Community Schools Childcare

SVVSD Community Schools provide onsite extended learning day opportunities by tying student achievement to our programming, expanding educational opportunities for preschool children ages 3 and 4, and school age children five to thirteen. Additionally, programs offer indoor and outdoor recreation and nutritious snacks. Parents and students are encouraged to suggest ideas, toys, materials and snacks that would improve their children’s experience.Our childcare programs are licensed through the Colorado Department of Human Services.

Community Schools at Alpine Elementary

Program Manager:  Larissa Prieto , 720-652-8146

Instructions for Enrolling in Care

Lion’s Den: Before-and After-School Care

Provider ID: 1528495

For students five years of age through fifth grade

  • Hours: 7am – 6pm, closed on non school days
  • Registration Fee: Single Child $50 / Family $75
  • Tuition: $16 per morning / $20 per afternoon
  • Drop In Tuition (less than 48 hours notice): $32 per morning / $40 per afternoon

Enrichment Classes

Our Community Schools program offers additional enrichment opportunities to engage students in focused, extended learning programs. Enrolling is easy – simply watch for information from the Community School office. Complete the online registration and pay online.  Parents can also fill out the required permission slip and send it in with full payment to your child’s teacher or the school office. Classes vary according to interest and site.

Late Start Days

We offer special programming during district late start days (typically the first Wednesday of every month) for child care families. Program managers will share details with care families.

Late Start Fees: $30 for each occurrence per child (no matter the drop off time)

Non School Days

Community Schools offers Non School Day throughout the district. Each year the list of schools varies however we strive to have a school in Longmont, Erie and Frederick/Firestone area. Information about Non School Days is available from the Program Manager approximately a month before each non school day.

Summer Programming

Summer programming information is available each Spring. Watch the Community Schools web page for additional information about summer.

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Apr 3, 2026

More Than Storytime: Stuffy Book Club at Alpine Elementary

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ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

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St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

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Alpine Elementary School