Merryhill Preschool in Aurora provides a dynamic, nurturing space where children 6 weeks through Pre-K thrive in a blend of structured play and enriching learning experiences.
We are more than just a daycare or child care center, we鈥檙e a place where children embark on their educational journey.
Conveniently located near the intersection of Smoky Hill and Himalaya, west of E470, we proudly serve families in the Southeast Aurora, Lone Tree, Parker, South Aurora, Aurora, and Centennial communities.
Visit us and see why our program is the perfect choice for your child鈥檚 growth and discovery.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2017
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merryhill School Aurora?
The application deadline for Merryhill School Aurora is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Merryhill School Aurora is Regis Jesuit High School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Our Lady Of Loreto School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Himalaya KinderCare (0.0 miles away)
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Himalaya KinderCare ![Himalaya KinderCare Photo - Himalaya KinderCare]( "Himalaya KinderCare Photo - Himalaya KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
5678 South Himalaya St.
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 870-5053
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 870-5053
- miles
Gr: NS-PK
Smoky Hill KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
18585 E Smoky Hill Rd
Centennial, CO 80015
(720) 792-8199
Centennial, CO 80015
(720) 792-8199
1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
18000 E Arapahoe Rd
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 951-8334
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 951-8334
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 456 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
La Petite Academy
Daycare / Preschool
17391 E Wagontrail Parkway
Aurora, CO 80015
(303) 680-1414
Aurora, CO 80015
(303) 680-1414
2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 84 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
21805 E. Quincy Avenue
Aurora, CO 80018
(303) 693-1700
Aurora, CO 80018
(303) 693-1700
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-K | 169 students Sports: 2
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Miles
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6380 S Lewiston Way
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 269-8000
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 269-8000
2.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,682 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Crescent View Academy ![Crescent View Academy Photo - CVA PK & Elementary]( "Crescent View Academy Photo - CVA PK & Elementary")
(Islamic)
10958 East Bethany Drive
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 745-2245
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 745-2245
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 660 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
11249 N Newlin Gulch Blvd
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 841-5551
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 841-5551
7.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,112 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
University Of Denver High School
Special Program Emphasis
2306 E. Evans Avenue
Denver, CO 80208
(303) 871-2636
Denver, CO 80208
(303) 871-2636
7.6 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 66 students
Fusion Academy Denver - Greenwood Village ![Fusion Academy Denver - Greenwood Village Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.]( "Fusion Academy Denver - Greenwood Village Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.")
Alternative School
5340 South Quebec Street, Suite 100 N
Englewood, CO 80111
(877) 673-8893
Englewood, CO 80111
(877) 673-8893
8 miles
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
18000 E Arapahoe Rd
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 951-8334
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 951-8334
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 456 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
3290 S Tower Rd
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 766-7116
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 766-7116
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
17700 E Iliff Ave
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 337-0025
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 337-0025
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 48 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Balance Early Learning Academy
Daycare / Preschool
15151 E Wesley Ave
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 751-4004
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 751-4004
5.2 miles
Gr: NS-5 Avg. class size: 10 students
333 Inveness South Drive Ste 100
Englewood, CO 80112
(720) 672-0086
Englewood, CO 80112
(720) 672-0086
6.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Himalaya KinderCare ![Himalaya KinderCare Photo - Himalaya KinderCare]( "Himalaya KinderCare Photo - Himalaya KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
5678 South Himalaya St.
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 870-5053
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 870-5053
- miles
Gr: NS-PK
Smoky Hill KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
18585 E Smoky Hill Rd
Centennial, CO 80015
(720) 792-8199
Centennial, CO 80015
(720) 792-8199
1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
18000 E Arapahoe Rd
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 951-8334
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 951-8334
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 456 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
La Petite Academy
Daycare / Preschool
17391 E Wagontrail Parkway
Aurora, CO 80015
(303) 680-1414
Aurora, CO 80015
(303) 680-1414
2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 84 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
21805 E. Quincy Avenue
Aurora, CO 80018
(303) 693-1700
Aurora, CO 80018
(303) 693-1700
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-K | 169 students Sports: 2
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20050 East Smoky Hill Road
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 870-9541
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 870-9541
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 539 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5500 South Killarney Street
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 886-3200
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 886-3200
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6100 South Genoa Street
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-7600
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-7600
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5756 South Biscay Circle
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 886-3400
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 886-3400
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19451 East Progress Circle
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 886-3100
Aurora, CO 80015
(720) 886-3100
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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