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Denver Preschool Program

a "how to" guide to help you navigate the application process for the Denver Preschool Program.

What is the Denver Preschool Program (DPP)?

The Denver Preschool Program (DPP) provides tuition support to Denver families with children in their year before kindergarten, helping make high-quality preschool more affordable.

The program is available to all Denver residents regardless of income and can be used at participating community-based, home-based, and school-based preschool providers. DPP’s goal is to give every Denver child access to a strong start in education.

How do I apply for the Denver Preschool Program?

You can apply for DPP tuition credits through the following ways:

  • Online: Complete and submit an application at dpp.org.

  • Through a Participating Preschool Provider: Many participating preschools can assist you in completing the application during enrollment.

How long does it take to receive assistance from the Denver Preschool Program?

Once eligibility is confirmed and a child is enrolled in a participating preschool, DPP pays tuition credits directly to the preschool provider on a monthly basis. The application process typically takes a few days to a week to process once all required documentation is submitted.

What do the application steps look like?

  1. Search for preschools enrolled in the DPP program at dpp.org.

  2. Enroll your child with a participating preschool.

  3. Complete DPP application either online through dpp.org or with assistance from your chosen preschool.

  4. Upload necessary documents through the DPP online portal or provide them to your preschool provider.

  5. DPP will notify you and your preschool provider of your monthly tuition credit amount.

  6. DPP sends tuition credits directly to your child’s preschool monthly.

What documentation is required when I fill out my application?

  • Proof of Child’s Age (provide 1 of the following):

    • Birth certificate

    • Passport

    • Official hospital birth record

  • Proof of Denver Residency (provide 1 of the following):

    • Utility bill

    • Lease agreement

    • Driver’s license or state-issued ID with Denver address

  • Proof of Income (optional, but submitting income details may increase your tuition credit amount):

    • Pay stubs

    • Tax return

    • Other income documentation

Common FAQs

  1. Who is eligible for DPP?

    • Any child living in the City and County of Denver in their year before kindergarten.

  2. Is there an income limit?

    • No — all Denver families are eligible regardless of income, though tuition credits increase for lower- and middle-income families.

  3. Can I choose any preschool?

    • You can choose from participating DPP preschools, listed on the DPP website.

  4. When should I apply?

    • As soon as you enroll your child in a participating preschool for the upcoming school year.

  5. Is part-time preschool covered?

    • Yes — tuition credits are available for full-time, part-time, and extended-day schedules, with amounts adjusted accordingly.

Who do I contact about my application status?

Denver Preschool Program (DPP)

  • Address: 305 Park Avenue West, Suite B, Denver, CO 80205

  • Phone: (303) 595-4377

  • Email: info@dpp.org

  • Website: dpp.org

If you have any questions or would like to speak to a Mirza Applications Specialist, please email support@heymirza.com.