A Creative, Child-Centered Preschool & Pre-K in Colorado Springs

Where music, arts, nature, and meaningful relationships come together to help young children thrive.

At United Hearts Community School, we believe children learn best when they are given the freedom to explore, create, move, wonder, and follow their own curiosity.

Our preschool and Pre-K program serves children ages 3–5 in a warm, nurturing environment where learning happens through play, music, art, nature, movement, and hands-on discovery.

We don't just prepare children for kindergarten. We help them discover the joy of learning.

Uniting Hearts Through Music, Arts, & Nature!

Apply Today

Schedule Tour

Now Accepting UPK

Apply Here

United Hearts Community School Early Learning Programs

Music. Arts. Nature. Belonging.

At United Hearts, these aren't occasional enrichment activities. They are woven into the fabric of our school.

🎵 Music & Rhythm

Children experience music as an active, joyful part of their day. Through our connection with Drums for Diversity, children explore rhythm, movement, percussion, and musical traditions from around the world.

Children have opportunities to experience instruments such as drums and percussion while developing listening skills, coordination, confidence, creativity, and a sense of community.

🎨 Arts & Creativity

We give children meaningful opportunities to create, experiment, imagine, and express themselves.

Rather than focusing on making every child's work look the same, we value the process of creating and encourage children to develop their own ideas and perspectives.

🌱 Nature & Outdoor Learning

Children need time to move, explore, get curious, and connect with the natural world.

Outdoor experiences provide opportunities for discovery, physical development, observation, problem-solving, and wonder.

❤️ Relationships & Belonging

Children thrive when they feel known, valued, and safe.

We intentionally build strong relationships among children, teachers, and families so that every child knows:

You belong here. Your ideas matter. Your voice matters.

A Different Kind of Preschool

United Hearts is inspired by Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Waldorf educational philosophies, brought together through our own child-centered approach.

What does that look like?

Reggio Emilia-inspired:
We listen closely to children's ideas and interests and allow their curiosity to help shape our learning experiences.

Montessori-inspired:
We encourage independence, hands-on exploration, purposeful work, and opportunities for children to make meaningful choices.

Waldorf-inspired:
We value rhythm, imagination, storytelling, nature, movement, creativity, and the wonder of childhood.

At United Hearts...

These influences come together in a play-based, child-centered environment where teachers guide rather than simply direct children's learning.

We observe.
We listen.
We ask questions.
We follow children's interests.
And we create opportunities for children to discover the answers for themselves.

For Children Ages 3–5

Our preschool and Pre-K program provides a full-day learning experience for young children who are ready to explore the world around them.

Monday–Friday
8:00 AM–3:30 PM

We offer a year-round program designed to provide consistency, connection, and meaningful learning experiences throughout the year.

A Place Where Children Can Be Themselves

Some children flourish in a traditional classroom.

Others need something different.

At United Hearts, we recognize that children are individuals. They have different personalities, interests, ways of communicating, and ways of learning.

We strive to create an environment where children don't have to fit into one mold.

Instead, we ask:

Who is this child?

What are they curious about?

What helps them feel connected and confident?

How can we help them grow?

That approach allows us to meet children where they are while helping them develop the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills they need for their next chapter.

Our Teachers Make the Difference

Children spend their days with people who genuinely understand and value early childhood.

Our team brings experience in early childhood education, teaching, music, the arts, child development, and community-based learning.

We believe teachers are not simply instructors.

They are observers, guides, mentors, collaborators, and advocates for children.

More Than a Preschool

United Hearts Community School is part of a larger vision for building community through children, families, music, arts, and meaningful relationships.

Our connection with Drums for Diversity allows children to experience music as a way of connecting with one another and learning about cultures and traditions from around the world.

We believe education can help children become not only capable learners, but also empathetic, creative, confident members of their community.

Our Current Home

United Hearts Community School currently operates at Westside Community Center in Colorado Springs.

As our school community grows, we are exploring a future permanent home that will allow us to expand our programs and continue creating a special place for children and families.

Current Location:
1628 W. Bijou Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages does United Hearts Community School serve?

We serve children ages 3–5 through our preschool and Pre-K programs.

Where is United Hearts located?

Our current school location is Westside Community Center at 1628 W. Bijou Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

What makes United Hearts different from a traditional preschool?

Our program brings together music, arts, nature, play, and child-centered learning within a nurturing community. We draw inspiration from Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Waldorf philosophies.

Does United Hearts offer a music program?

Yes. Music is an important part of our program, including hands-on percussion and rhythm experiences through our connection with Drums for Diversity.

Do children spend time outdoors?

Yes. Nature and outdoor exploration are important parts of our approach to early childhood learning.

How can I learn more about enrollment?

We would love to meet your family, answer your questions, and show you what makes United Hearts special.

[Schedule a Tour]

Come Grow With Us

Your child is already wonderfully, uniquely themselves.

Our job is not to change that.

Our job is to help them discover who they can become.

Come experience United Hearts Community School and see what happens when children are given room to play, create, explore, connect, and belong.

Music. Arts. Nature. Community.

This is United Hearts.

Learn more

A music lesson for children featuring a man leading with hand drums and children holding maracas, in a classroom decorated with alphabet posters and drums in the background.

Two children, a girl in a pink dress and a boy in a plaid shirt, are standing at an outdoor water and art station, playing with water and paint on sheets of paper clipped to a transparent divider. The station has a red and blue plastic frame, and the background shows a building, a window, and some outdoor play equipment.

A young girl with braids planting a small green plant in soil outside, with a terracotta flowerpot nearby.

Smiling child holding a yellow wildflower — symbolizing the future of United Hearts Community School

🌱 We’re Growing Into a New Home!

United Hearts Community School currently operates at Westside Community Center in Colorado Springs. We are growing and actively exploring a future permanent home that will allow our school community to expand.

Learn how you can support our next chapter—by sharing a property lead, making a donation, or helping us spread the word.

Partner With Us

United Hearts Apparel

Represent our school spirit with pride! Explore our collection of thoughtfully designed United Hearts apparel—perfect for students, parents, and supporters. Every purchase supports our mission of uniting hearts through music, arts, and nature. Order yours today and show your love for our community!

Purple T-shirt with a colorful design and text that reads 'United Hearts', featuring sunflowers, hearts, and musical instruments.

Purple hoodie with colorful graphic design and text 'United Hearts' on front, displayed against a white background.

Shop

Make an impact today

Support Our Community, Inspire Young Hearts

Your generous support helps us provide enriching programs, maintain a vibrant learning environment, and ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can nurture the next generation—one heart, one child, and one creative experience at a time.

$10.00

$20.00

$30.00

$40.00

Custom Amount

Three children playing a game of bingo outdoors at a table.

Children playing outside, some with bubble wands, on a playground with a brick building and a fence in the background.

Children playing with water toys in an outdoor sandbox, some with water balloons, in a backyard with a brick wall and a house in the background.

Children playing with water toys in an outdoor yard, using buckets, watering cans, and various water toys.

A group of children gathered around an orange bowl filled with a pink and white substance, mixing it with their hands. The children are focused and curious, with some leaning over the table and one girl observing from the side, in a classroom or scie

A young girl in a red smock looks at a large canvas with thick, colorful paint strokes in green, red, yellow, blue, and orange.

Three young girls playing with magnifying glasses outdoors, sitting on blue chairs around a blue table, engaged in a fun, investigative activity.

A teacher or caretaker kneeling on a green carpet with large leaf patterns, surrounded by young children lying on the floor in a circle, engaged in a group activity.

Children painting and decorating pumpkins at an outdoor table.

Four children engaging in an outdoor craft activity at a blue table with paper and leaves, surrounded by trees and playground equipment.

A man and a young girl playing conga drums in a music room.

Three children playing percussion instruments in a music room, including a xylophone, drums, congas, and cymbals, with a Halloween pumpkin decoration visible in the background.

Three children sitting on the ground with carved and hollowed out pumpkins filled with pumpkin seeds and pulp, surrounded by pumpkin pieces and bowls of pumpkin scraps, outdoors on a concrete surface.

Children playing outside in a playground area covered with wood chips, surrounded by a chain-link fence. Some children are sitting on chairs holding hula hoops, while others stand nearby. There is playground equipment like a slide and toy cars in the

A young girl and a woman smiling in a classroom, both wearing purple shirts with a colorful graphic design.

A young boy and an adult woman seated at a table, both engaged in painting and decorating cardboard structures with colorful paints. The table is cluttered with various painted cardboard pieces, and there are cups of paint and paintbrushes on the tab

A young boy painting on a colorful, cardboard art station outside, with a chain-link fence and houses in the background.

A young woman playing an acoustic guitar while children sit on the floor watching her in a music room filled with drums, musical instruments, colorful mats, and shelves of musical gear.

Colorful toy cars, trucks, and animal figurines displayed on cubical shelves in a playroom or toy store, with a green carpeted floor.

Children sitting at a table with colorful markers, paper, and art supplies in a classroom.

Two young boys playing with wooden geometric blocks and colorful glass-like tiles on a wooden table in a classroom or recreational area.

Young boy painting on canvas with bright colors in an art studio, wearing a blue smock and behind a cart with paint supplies.

Three children sitting on a colorful green leaf-patterned carpet playing an educational matching game with shapes and colors on laminated cards and connected with cardboard.

Children playing drums on the carpeted floor of a classroom.

Two young boys sit on the floor playing drums. One boy wears a gray camouflage hoodie and gray shorts, and the other wears an orange shirt and dark shorts. The drums are decorated with colorful patterns.

Child playing with yellow toy dump truck in sandbox, wearing a dark shirt with a celestial pattern, with sandbox toys visible around.

A young boy with wet dark hair, wearing a blue T-shirt with cartoon characters and orange shorts with cartoon designs, playing outside under a sunny sky, with a red playground structure nearby.

Four young boys sitting on a large rock in a park with trees and a yellow building in the background. They are smiling and appear to be enjoying a sunny day.

Children standing around a tower made of colorful magnetic building tiles in a classroom.

A woman reading a storybook aloud to a group of young children sitting on a colorful carpet in a classroom or activity center

A young boy wearing a red shirt, black shorts, and colorful sneakers seated at an electronic drum set, playing with a drumstick in his right hand. The background includes gray wall panels, children's drawings, and a drumstick holder.

A young boy bending over and planting a small seedling in a garden bed with various plants and flowers, surrounded by wood chips and enclosed by a chain-link fence.

Young boy hugging a tree outdoors in a park or backyard, smiling at the camera, wearing a red shirt and blue patterned shorts.

A young girl with blond, messy hair wearing a red dress, smiling while holding something in her hands outdoors on a sunny day.

A young boy with brown hair and a black shirt holds an orange caterpillar on a green plant stem in a garden with green foliage and a white pole in the background.

A young boy in a blue jacket holds a freshly pulled carrot in a garden. The background shows gardening soil and a wooden fence.

A young girl with curly blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing a pink and blue patterned winter coat with a fur-lined hood, holding a large snowball outdoors in snowy weather.

A young boy in a classroom is wearing a red firefighter's helmet and holding a matching red firefighter's jacket over his shoulder.