Compare 4 international schools in Denver, United States. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 29,950), location, and more to find the right international school now.
International School of Denver - North Uinta Way (1977)
About international schools in Denver, United States
Denver’s international-school scene is centered on a small number of independent bilingual schools that offer the International Baccalaureate continuum alongside a mix of language-immersion preschools and district magnet “international studies” programmes, so families can find IB PYP/MYP/DP pathways as well as French, Spanish and Mandarin immersion options. Tuition levels vary widely in the metro area - some smaller religious or alternative private schools charge only a few thousand dollars a year while independent bilingual/IB day schools commonly list annual tuition in the high twenties to mid-thirties of thousands of US dollars. Admissions generally follow the US independent-school rhythm: families begin research about 12 - 18 months before a planned September start, attend tours and open days in the autumn, and many schools set application deadlines in winter with decisions in late winter or early spring; public magnet schools follow district application or lottery timetables. Many international providers in Denver serve early years through Grade 12, but the market also includes specialist preschools and charter options, so relocating families should decide first whether they need a tuition-free district place, an IB/bilingual pathway, or private tuition plus financial-aid options before narrowing visits and applications.
What kinds of curricula and qualifications do international schools in Denver usually offer?
Many international schools in Denver are authorised International Baccalaureate schools offering the PYP, MYP and in some cases the DP; other schools follow a US independent curriculum with Advanced Placement options or adopt bilingual programmes that align elements of French, Spanish or Chinese curricula. Public magnet “international studies” schools in the district provide different kinds of internationally focused programmes without tuition for resident students.
How much does it cost to attend an international or bilingual private school in Denver?
Costs vary a lot by provider: some smaller private or religious schools in the Denver area publish annual tuition under $7,000, while independent bilingual/IB day schools commonly publish tuition in the high twenties to mid-thirties of thousands of US dollars per year. Many schools also charge additional fees for activities, before/after care and trips, and most independent schools publish financial-aid or scholarship information separately.
When should a relocating family start the application process?
For fall entry to independent or international schools it is sensible to begin research 12 - 18 months before the desired start date: visit campuses in the autumn, complete applications and assessments in late autumn or winter, and expect many schools to issue decisions in late winter or early spring. Public magnet and charter application windows follow district calendars and may use lotteries or different deadlines, so check the district schedule as well.
Are there tuition-free international options within Denver Public Schools?
Yes. Denver Public Schools operates magnet and specialty campuses with international or global-studies emphases that are part of the district system and therefore do not charge tuition for resident families; these schools use district application processes rather than independent-school admissions. Families should review residency rules, application windows and any lottery or screening criteria with the district.
What should I check on a school visit if I want a genuine bilingual or IB education?
Confirm which official programmes the school is authorised to deliver (for example IB PYP/MYP/DP), ask for the language-allocation model (how many minutes or days are taught in each language at each age), see sample timetables and evidence of teacher qualifications in the target language, and ask about support for English-language learners and for students joining mid-year. Also review class sizes, extracurricular provision, and the school’s published fees and financial-aid policies before making an application.
