Saint Vincent de Paul educates children from age 3 through 8th grade using a rigorous, time-tested curriculum. Taught by committed faculty in a faith-based and nurturing environment, our approach results in measurable academic achievement, a strong moral compass and a deep understanding of our Catholic faith. We strive to awaken the sense of wonder which engages the child’s natural desire to learn by attracting his attention to what is true, good, and beautiful.
As a part of the Archdiocese of Denver, SVDP follows an established, academically challenging curriculum. There are two classes per grade, with a faculty of 30 teachers committed to helping children reach their full potential. We strive to provide learning experiences that impart knowledge and skills necessary to educate the full child – intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically. For more details about our curriculum standards, click here.
Comprehension
On average, students are reading at a 12th-grade level by 8th grade.
Math
On average, students are performing at an 11th-grade level in math by 8th grade.
Reading
48% of our 3rd graders are reading above grade level.
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Our Traditional Preschool Program is child-centered offering developmentally age-appropriate curriculum.
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Your child will participate in teacher-led, play-based, social-emotional learning in a positive and productive classroom environment.
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The underlying instructional strategy is the use of organized and free-play activities designed to provide opportunities for the child to interact, explore, and relate successfully in their environment.
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We participate in the Denver Preschool Program.
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Preschool students who are Denver residents and are 3 years old by October 1st, are encouraged to enroll.
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The program provides graduated scholarship amounts based on financial eligibility, but every student receives a scholarship!
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In addition to the direct benefit to the student, our preschool program receives financial support and educational opportunities for the teaching staff.
For the 2025-2026 school year, we will offer full-day (8am – 3pm) and half-day options for four-year-olds Monday through Friday.
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Our Montessori Preschool Program taps into the child’s natural sense of wonder to explore the world around them.
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The Montessori Method is a child-centered approach that has the child’s innate desire for learning at its foundation.
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The environment is thoughtfully prepared to encourage independence, freedom within limits and a sense of order.
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In a mixed-age classroom, the child unfolds their potential and develops their whole self.
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SVDP participates in the Denver Preschool Program.
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Preschool students who are Denver residents and are 3 years old by October 1st, are encouraged to enroll.
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The program provides graduated scholarship amounts based on financial eligibility, but every student receives a scholarship!
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In addition to the direct benefit to the student, our preschool program receives financial support and educational opportunities for the teaching staff.
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SVDP’s rigorous time-tested curriculum
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Taught by committed faculty in a faith-based and nurturing environment
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Results in measurable academic achievement
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Catholic teachings
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Faith and traditions are integral to a curriculum that reinforces what is taught in the home
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Including virtues of discipline, respect, perseverance and responsibility
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For more info, please visit the K-2 Page
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SVDP’s rigorous time-tested curriculum
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Taught by committed faculty in a faith-based and nurturing environment
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Results in measurable academic achievement
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Catholic teachings
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Faith and traditions are integral to a curriculum that reinforces what is taught in the home
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Including virtues of discipline, respect, perseverance and responsibility
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Find more details about grades 3-5 here.
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SVDP’s rigorous time-tested curriculum
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Taught by committed faculty in a faith-based and nurturing environment
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Results in measurable academic achievement
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Catholic teachings, faith and traditions are integral to a curriculum that reinforces what is taught in the home
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Including virtues of discipline, respect, perseverance and responsibility
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Find more details about grades 6-8 here
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We use technology with intentionality and in a developmentally appropriate way.
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Our state-of-the-art computer lab includes 30 networked stations supporting our Lego robotics programming.
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Every classroom is equipped with Smartboards.
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In 2024, we purchased new iPads with a ratio of 1:1 in the upper grades and 2:1 in the lower grades and iPad accessibility in each classroom.
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With becoming more integral to our daily lives, we are committed to teaching students how to use it responsibly.
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We understand that students are curious to explore the vast amount of information at their fingertips, and that they need guidance to learn to search for and use information responsibly.
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Through our curriculum and resources, such as the Sister Mary Dolores Library, students discern the value of various media sources and become skilled in research.
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Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade participate in our Robotics program
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From using Lego weebots in lower elementary to building robots in middle school, robotics is a child-friendly way to introduce computer programming, coding and engineering.
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It provides the opportunity for problem-solving, planning, trial and error
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We are proud to have an Outdoor Learning Lab with gardens, a greenhouse and a chicken coop on our campus.
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The Outdoor Lab offers students an environment where they can learn experientially and develop an awareness, appreciation and trust in the work of God.
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From caring for resident chickens and hatching the next round of eggs to growing produce, the Outdoor Lab allows students lots of hands-on learning opportunities.
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Click here to see our faculty page!
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Art
Dispositions towards Art: From and Forming a Catholic Transcendental Worldview
Habits and Dispositions of Craftsmanship: Attention, Studiousness, Excellence, Docility, Patience, Imitation, and Self-discipline to bring work to completion
Habits and Dispositions of Studying Pieces of Art: Attention, Noticing, Sitting Still, Concentrating, Eye and Appreciation for beauty
Habits and Dispositions of Creativity: Problem-solving, Wonder, Inspiration, Discernment Habits of the Prepared Environment: Collaboration, Grace, Courtesy, Charity, Stewardship, Empathy
Music
Our music curriculum includes strands of Music Theory, Music History, Music History, Music Performance and Music History. Each grade level participates in one music related performance each year.
Grades K-2 - Christmas Concert
Grade 3-5 - Spring Concert
6th Grade - Veterans' Day Performance
7th Grade - Spring Musical
8th Grade - Lenten Passion Play
PE
"Physical education in a Catholic school is a critical aspect of the school’s educational project. Such study tends to the human body,
recognizing it as deeply good and therefore worthy of care and excellence. Physical formation promotes both spiritual and physical wellness." (Archdiocese of Denver, PE Curriculum Overview)
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Joy in and love of movement
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Appreciation of the body as good and created with a purpose
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Wonder in the body as a gift from God
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Joy in and love of bodies as creations capable of achieving physical fitness
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Love of game Fairness to others
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Humility
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Appreciation of rules/order
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Ability to contemplate a deeper meaning behind athletics
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Integrated intellectual understanding of physicality as a good in and of itself
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Aspiration to physical gracefulness
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Desire for excellence and persistence in doing well
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Admiration of excellent athletic performances, especially their aesthetic qualities
Foreign Language
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Students learn to recite simple prayers in Spanish, learn responses to common questions, develop basic vocabulary with correct pronunciation and learn basic grammar.
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Academics
