The 5-star preschool

The acclaimed early childhood program at Aspen Country Day is the only one in our region with the highest rating of five stars from Colorado Shines. Learn more about PreKindergarten.

Spectacular new campus

What a place to learn and grow! Limited openings. Inquire today.

Arts at the heart

Fostering creativity through music, drama, and art. Read more.

Project-based learning

A part of every child's experience at Aspen Country Day School. Read more.

The way school should be

Authentic learning with skilled, caring teachers to guide the journey. Meet the people of Country Day.

Learning. It's personal.

Inquire today. We know what works in education for PreK through Eighth Grade.

A solid academic foundation

A balance of nurture + rigor fosters confident, independent learners. Explore our program grade by grade.

What we treasure at ACDS

Character. Respect. Responsibility. Community. Perseverance.

Become your best

Graduates excel at their next schools, whether public or private, boarding or day, nearby or far away.

Aspen Country Day School

a personal approach to excellence in academics, arts, and outdoor education for PreKindergarten through Eighth Grade

On the Journey View All News

Under the bridge: learning science by being real scientists

There's no better way to learn science than by actually being a scientist. Fifth and Eighth Graders joined forces in a water sampling project that provides real data from Castle Creek to the Colorado Division of Wildlife. With this service learning project, students practice not only their data collection and lab skills, but also their powers of investigation and collaboration.

Mental health for tweens & teens: hearing from an expert

Tweens and teens are experiencing record levels of stress, anxiety, and depression, but there is reason for hope. ACDS recently hosted a leading psychologist from Children's Hospital Colorado to explain recent trends, along with strategies to help parents and children cope. Included: valuable resources for help and information.

Special coverage: MLK Day of Service Learning

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. issued a call for Americans to join together in service to others, and that's exactly how the Aspen Country Day community has decided to honor his legacy each year. It has become a favorite fixture on the school calendar. Here's a look at what each grade was doing to learn about civil rights, contribute to the common good, and put others first.

No ordinary gym class: "Ski for PE"

All about one of Aspen Country Day's signature programs, ski days. On these favorite afternoons, gym class gives way to our natural habitat, the slopes of Buttermilk, Aspen Mountain, and Highlands, as teachers and children ski or snowboard together. As we say, "No child left inside!"

The Power of Three

Academics

Strong, solid foundation: children become critical thinkers prepared for a lifetime of purposeful learning.

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Arts

Commitment to creativity: the arts, an essential part of school life, foster the growing imagination.

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Outdoors

Reslience & grit: children grow up at home in nature, building self-confidence and a sense of community.

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Coming Soon View All Events

- TueFeb19 First, Second, & Fourth Grades Ski Afternoon
- WedFeb20 Meeting of the Board of Trustees
- ThuFeb21 Fifth Grade Practice Skinning at Buttermilk
- ThuFeb21 Kindergarten and Third Grade Ski Afternoon
- FriFeb22 Middle School Ski Afternoon
- MonFeb25 Fifth Grade Outdoor Ed, ski touring, Adam's class, returning Wednesday