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Character
GO WITH COMPASSION
We’re committed to building strong character and teaching children about kindness, respect and empathy. -
Innovation
GO CREATE
Innovation isn’t an option, it’s a way of life. -
Enriched Learning
GO FURTHER
Learning happens in all ways at Graland in and out of the classroom. -
Inspiring Faculty
GO INSPIRE
Teachers connect with students encouraging them to reach further as lifelong learners. -
Hands-on Lessons
GO DEEPER
Creative techniques lead children to understand concepts in exciting ways.
discover a love of learning
discover a love of learning
Students who go Graland are the kind of forward thinkers who can go anywhere and do anything.
Since 1927 we’ve gone to great lengths to give every child the best education possible. Why? Because we want them to reach higher and go deeper. We want them to pursue excellence with passion and intent.
Graland serves Denver-area children starting in Preschool and from Kindergarten through Grade 8.
Our Community
Here, you'll never go alone.
Our school community is dedicated to bringing people together in a journey that lasts all the way through middle school graduation and beyond.
50
things to experience at Graland
Unique moments happen every day at Graland. Will your child go cross country skiing on our campus? Practice Spanish at a farmer’s market? Lead an assembly? Here are 50 things to look forward to.
News and Events
Graland Today
Recent News
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Communication Powers Unlocked
My daughter Ella is coming to the end of her junior year in college. With senior year on the horizon and the pressure to land that first job, there is a growing sense of anxiety. This is not unlike what I experienced last year before my son’s graduation, except now my concern grows with every article I read on the plight of the college graduate. There have been other generations who have felt the pinch of entering the job market during a recession or a pandemic, but this moment feels different because of the unknown impact of AI.Read More -
Finding Authentic Voice in the Age of AI
The library has always been viewed as a place where students come to find answers. Today, it is a place where students learn to question them. In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) can generate responses within seconds, this need to question is especially important. AI is an “arrival technology” (Eric Hudson, AI Education Consultant), fundamentally reshaping how we learn, work, and create. In this moment of rapid transformation, the work of teaching must evolve. Strong, well-crafted student work still matters, but it is no longer enough on its own. We, as educators, need to understand not only what our students know but how they think and how they got there, and create opportunities for that thinking to be detectable. This is where an authentic voice becomes essential.Read More -
From the Classroom to the Big Stage
Read MoreAt Graland, students begin learning early how to share their ideas, building skills that carry with them to much bigger stages. These early experiences, whether presenting in class, performing on stage, or speaking in front of an assembly, are more than moments in time. They help students develop their voice and learn how to communicate ideas with clarity and purpose.Years later, those same abilities continue to shape how Graland alumni show up in the world. From consulting firms and creative stages to national broadcasts and newsrooms, alumni carry forward the ability to organize their thoughts, connect with an audience, and express ideas in impactful ways.For many, the “big stage” looks different, but the foundation remains the same. -
How Students Show What They Know in Order to Grow
Read MoreWhat It Means to Demonstrate LearningAt Graland, learning is not measured by tests or worksheets alone. It is reflected in how students make sense of what they are learning and share that understanding with others.Across grades and classes, educators create regular opportunities for students to demonstrate their learning. -
Grades 7/8: Graland Theatre Company Brings “Beekle” to the Stage
Graland Theatre Company students in Grades 7 and 8 recently brought “Beekle” to the stage, taking on roles both on stage and behind the scenes.Read More -
Grade 1: Egg-citing News
Eggs-tra, eggs-tra, read all about it! Baby chicks have officially hatched in Grade 1.Read More -
Grade 6: Driven by Design
Grade 6 students recently put their engineering skills to the test during the Recycled Roadshow in science with Mr. Aaron Murray.Read More -
Grade 4: Making a Splash on Trout Release Day
After months of raising trout in the classroom, Grade 4 students completed the Trout in the Classroom experience with a release day at River Run Park on Earth Day.Read More -
Grade 5: Seeds of Change
Throughout the year, students have cared for hydroponic Tower Gardens across campus, planting seeds, monitoring water and nutrient levels, and tracking plant growth. The work connects to lessons on sustainability, food systems, and access to fresh produce, while also building responsibility and ownership.Read More -
Kindergarten: Robo Round-Up
In preparation for their upcoming Rodeo, Kindergarten students explored a new Tinker Time project with Lower School Innovation Specialist Mrs. Elizabeth Leddy.Read More -
Grade 5: A New Spin on Ancient Stories
In Grade 5 history with Mr. Mike Willis and English with Ms. Kimm Lucas, students recently brought their study of ancient Greece to life through a cross-curricular project.Read More -
Grade 3: A Tail-Wagging Celebration
After completing the book "Because of Winn-Dixie," Grade 3 students celebrated the end of their reading unit with a party inspired by the story.Read More
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Shaping the Future of Education: Graland’s Sphere Compensation Model Earns Further National Recognition
Graland has been awarded the 2025 Jeffrey Shields Innovation in School Business Operations Award for its faculty Sphere Compensation Model, a unique system designed to reward teachers based on professional growth and impact rather than tenure. The prestigious recognition was presented on February 26 at the 2025 NBOA Meeting in New York City, where Head of School Josh Cobb and Director of Finance and Operations Juan Botello accepted the award on behalf of Graland.Full Story
Graland Country Day School
Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.
