| Top-Ranked K-12 Private School in Lafayette, CO

Academic Approach

College Preparatory
A relevant curriculum with an emphasis on college readiness and placement.
Academic Approach
Experiential Learning

Hands-On Experience
Giving students an active role in their education.
Experiential Learning
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Built to Inspire
A safe, beautiful campus.
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Student Life

Lifelong Community
Mentorship, friends, and opportunity.
Student Life

More Than a School

Dawson is a community. A community of K-12 educators, faculty, and parents who believe education should not only prepare students for academic success - it should prepare them for life. We recognize our students as individuals. We value their abilities. We teach them to savor life, and graduate students ready to meet success.

Dawson
at a Glance

For over 50 years, we've been Colorado's top K-12 private school, and we owe it all to our gifted faculty and dedicated staff.

70% of Faculty Have Advanced Degrees
8-Year Average Teacher Tenure
7:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
15 Average Class Size
100% College Acceptance
More Than $6M in College Scholarships
13 AP Courses
Free Lunch and After School Care
Over 80 Courses and Electives
25,000 sq ft Innovation Center
19 Interscholastic Sports
18 Arts Programs
Safety and Security Team On-Site

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Testimonial 2

Dawson is our partner in education
"The combination of Dawson’s elevated academic expectations, interactive learning opportunities, dedicated teachers, small class sizes, beautiful campus, safe environment, and tight-knit community cultivates an atmosphere where our daughters can excel intellectually, socially, and emotionally. They are learning to work hard, problem-solve, and help others while having fun and building meaningful relationships."

- Julie Collins, Dawson parent
Testimonial 3

I had amazing access to teachers
"Dawson is where I learned that you can be passionate about the things you do in school. Dawson does a really great job of helping kids figure out what they really care about. I could talk to faculty about work I was struggling with or just talk to them about the things I was interested in."

- Madison Pelletier, Class of 2016, Graduate of NYU and University of Cambridge
Testimonial 4

My classmates are still my closest friends
"I came to Dawson in 5th grade from public school and am so grateful for the opportunity. At Dawson, I was challenged academically and encouraged to try new things. My passion for golf was supported and nurtured, which took me to Cal Poly, but most importantly, it's where I found friends and mentors that are still some of my most cherished relationships."

- Cole Nygren, Class of 2012, Cal Poly graduate and US Amateur Golfer
Testimonial 1

Our experience at Dawson has been incredible
"We originally came to Dawson for the smaller class sizes with that, the attention and accountability for our son. We’ve returned year after year because of the community Dawson creates and the friends we’ve made along the way."

- Michelle Yano, Dawson parent

What's Happening on Campus

Nov

6

Dawson Cares | Precious Gift Drive
11/6/2023 to 12/8/2023
Dec

14

LS Winter Concert: Grades K-2
12/14/2023 6:00 PM
Dec

15

Blanket Making for Boulder Homeless Shelter
12/15/2023 2:50 PM to 12/15/2023 5:00 PM
Dining Commons

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Dec

20

NO LATE START
12/20/2023
Dec

22

No Classes: Winter Break Begins
12/22/2023
Dec

25

No Classes: Winter Break
12/25/2023 to 12/29/2023
Dec

25

School Closed: Winter Holiday
12/25/2023 to 12/26/2023
Jan

1

No Classes: Winter Break
1/1/2024 to 1/5/2024
Jan

1

School Closed: New Year's Holiday
1/1/2024 to 1/2/2024
Jan

8

No Classes: Faculty/Staff In-Service Day
1/8/2024
Jan

9

Classes Resume
1/9/2024
Jan

10

Alumni Panel
1/10/2024 10:00 AM to 1/10/2024 1:00 PM
Learning Commons in Henderson Hall