French Immersion Childcare Rooted in Science, Art,
and Culture
French Immersion Childcare Rooted in
Art, Culture,
and Community
Petit Loup Academy is a boutique French S.T.E.A.M. preschool where language, science, fine arts, and culture come together in a thoughtfully curated early childhood program. Children of all French levels learn language organically through play.
Petit Loup Academy is a boutique French S.T.E.A.M. preschool where language, science, fine arts, and culture come together in a thoughtfully curated early childhood program. Children of all French levels learn language organically through play.
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Behind every number is a child’s laugh, a parent’s peace of mind, and a team that truly cares every single day.
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A Different Way to Begin
At Petit Loup, children live the French language through a thoughtful curriculum designed in Finland.
Children experience full French immersion through play based learning. With daily creative expression, field trips to museums and galleries, and a close-knit community our children build confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning.
938 W 8th Ave
Denver, CO 80204
Mon–Fri:
8:30AM - 5:30PM
What Makes Petit Loup Unique
What Makes Petit Loup Unique
Full-Day French Immersion
French is woven into daily play and routines. Children build intuitive confidence as the language becomes a natural part of their everyday life.
Full-Day French Immersion
French is woven into daily play and routines. Children build intuitive confidence as the language becomes a natural part of their everyday life.
Full-Day French Immersion
French is woven into daily play and routines. Children build intuitive confidence as the language becomes a natural part of their everyday life.
Daily Enrichment Activities
Dance with classical ballet on Monday. Make music on Tuesday. Take the theatre stage on Wednesday. Tumble in gymnastics on Thursday. Create impressionist art on Friday.
Daily Enrichment Activities
Dance with classical ballet on Monday. Make music on Tuesday. Take the theatre stage on Wednesday. Tumble in gymnastics on Thursday. Create impressionist art on Friday.
Daily Enrichment Activities
Dance with classical ballet on Monday. Make music on Tuesday. Take the theatre stage on Wednesday. Tumble in gymnastics on Thursday. Create impressionist art on Friday.
Teacher's Trained in Finland
Our teachers train in Finland, home to the world's most attentive and caring early childhood program. They bring its thoughtful, child centered practices directly into the Petit Loup classroom.
Teacher's Trained in Finland
Our teachers train in Finland, home to the world's most attentive and caring early childhood program. They bring its thoughtful, child centered practices directly into the Petit Loup classroom.
Teacher's Trained in Finland
Our teachers train in Finland, home to the world's most attentive and caring early childhood program. They bring its thoughtful, child centered practices directly into the Petit Loup classroom.
Daily Field Trips
Rooted in Denver’s Santa Fe Arts District, we draw on nearby galleries, museums, and studios to deepen children’s learning. The outdoors becomes a living classroom providing children a connection to their local community.
Daily Field Trips
Rooted in Denver’s Santa Fe Arts District, we draw on nearby galleries, museums, and studios to deepen children’s learning. The outdoors becomes a living classroom providing children a connection to their local community.
Daily Field Trips
Rooted in Denver’s Santa Fe Arts District, we draw on nearby galleries, museums, and studios to deepen children’s learning. The outdoors becomes a living classroom providing children a connection to their local community.
Intentionally Small
Our micro-school model offers an exceptional 1:4 teacher-to-child ratio, giving every child more individualized guidance, meaningful interaction, and attentive care in an environment where they are truly known.
Intentionally Small
Our micro-school model offers an exceptional 1:4 teacher-to-child ratio, giving every child more individualized guidance, meaningful interaction, and attentive care in an environment where they are truly known.
Intentionally Small
Our micro-school model offers an exceptional 1:4 teacher-to-child ratio, giving every child more individualized guidance, meaningful interaction, and attentive care in an environment where they are truly known.
Child Centered Approach
Using Finland’s play based Educare model, our curriculum brings education, care, and play together. Children follow their curiosity and develop confidence at a natural, unhurried pace.
Child Centered Approach
Using Finland’s play based Educare model, our curriculum brings education, care, and play together. Children follow their curiosity and develop confidence at a natural, unhurried pace.
Child Centered Approach
Using Finland’s play based Educare model, our curriculum brings education, care, and play together. Children follow their curiosity and develop confidence at a natural, unhurried pace.
Cherished Moments
Captured Daily With Love
What Our Parents Say
- My son loves this daycare! While the school is new, Miss Jenna is one of the most established French language early childhood educators in Denver, and she does a great job.
Jared Allen
- My daughter was a student of Ms Jenna’s for three years. She’s an incredible educator and warm/fun with the kids. I highly recommend Ms Jenna!
Allie Erickson
- Jenna is the most incredible preschool teacher. I’ve never known anyone to love the kids more than she does. Her French is beautiful and her passion for teaching French is so admirable.
Lysiane Ayite
- Jenna is such a wonderfully nurturing educator! Her passion for French and teaching littles is very apparent, and Robert and Tsiky are also extremely passionate about evidence-based ECE.
Yena Collett
Jared Allan
Allie Erickson
Lysiane Ayite
Yena Collett
- My son loves this daycare! While the school is new, Miss Jenna is one of the most established French language early childhood educators in Denver, and she does a great job.
Jared Allen
- My daughter was a student of Ms Jenna’s for three years. She’s an incredible educator and warm/fun with the kids. I highly recommend Ms Jenna!
Allie Erickson
- Jenna is the most incredible preschool teacher. I’ve never known anyone to love the kids more than she does. Her French is beautiful and her passion for teaching French is so admirable.
Lysiane Ayite
- Jenna is such a wonderfully nurturing educator! Her passion for French and teaching littles is very apparent, and Robert and Tsiky are also extremely passionate about evidence-based ECE.
Yena Collett
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Where Every "Little Wolf" Finds Their Pack
Come see our sanctuary. Our tours are personal, thoughtful conversations—not sales pitches. We’ll discuss your child’s personality, your family’s values, and how our French immersion environment fits your goals.
Where Every "Little Wolf" Finds Their Pack
Come see our sanctuary. Our tours are personal, thoughtful conversations—not sales pitches. We’ll discuss your child’s personality, your family’s values, and how our French immersion environment fits your goals.
Where Every "Little Wolf" Finds Their Pack
Come see our sanctuary. Our tours are personal, thoughtful conversations—not sales pitches. We’ll discuss your child’s personality, your family’s values, and how our French immersion environment fits your goals.