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Leslie Ricketson

Leslie has been teaching young children since 1994. She lived and taught in Vail for 11 years, after which she and her husband moved to Denver to be closer to friends and family. Leslie earned an associate’s degree from Colby-Sawyer College in New London, NH and a BA from The Metropolitan State College of Denver. When not teaching, Leslie enjoys touring the state of Colorado with her husband on their Harley-Davidson motorcycle. 


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My father always said: “Do what you love and you will never work a day in your life.” I feel that way every day.

The joy that my students bring to me on a daily basis is indescribable. My connection with this community is one I have
grown to love and which has become a part of me.

When teachers create a fun learning environment, students don’t even realize they are learning. Working in a play-based
philosophy school like Paddington, I feel we are setting our students up for success for the rest of their educational careers.
​That, to me, is the most important contribution I can make as a teacher.
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I feel grateful every day to have these amazing young people in my life because I love what I do!
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  • Home
    • Greeting from Head of School
    • Strategic Plan
    • History >
      • Colorado State Historic Designation
    • Giving >
      • Annual Giving
      • Annual Report
    • Blog
    • Kind Words
    • In the News
  • Why Play at Paddington?
    • Why Play?
    • Curriculum
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion >
      • Glossary of Terms
      • Affinity Group: Parents of Children of Color
      • Family Toolkit
    • Outdoor Classroom
    • Our Team >
      • Meet Our Teachers
      • Meet Our Administrators
      • Meet Our Staff
      • Meet Our Board
      • Meet Our PFA
      • Professional Development
    • Career Opportunities
  • Admission
    • Admission
    • Class Offerings
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Financial Assistance
    • Summer Camp
    • Inquire or Schedule a Tour
  • Resources
    • Great Books for Children
    • 1,000 Books by Kindergarten
    • Play-Based Articles
    • DEI Family Toolkit
    • Recommended Reading for Separation Anxiety
  • Current Families
    • Important Forms
    • All Aboard!
    • Handbook & Directory
    • Calendar
    • Class Lists 2021-22
    • Paddington Covid Dashboard
    • Gift Giving at Paddington
  • Contact