ABC Central Child Development Center
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 5. Structural quality reflects Colorado's licensing baseline. Colorado caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:5, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 15 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Colorado Shines Level 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 119
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:5 10
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Sep 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Observed a large bottle of Dawn dishwashing liquid, labeled "keep out of reach of children" in a cabinet with a broken lock in the UPK 2 classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Prior to the Original License Being Issued, Following the Renovation of the Facility That Would Affect the Licensing of the Facility and at Least Every Two (2) Years Thereafter,…2.122.A
Observed the facility to have a health inspection dated 12/2/24, however it was not a passing inspection.
✓ Corrected at visit
Aug 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Prior to the Original License Being Issued, Following the Renovation of the Facility That Would Affect the Licensing of the Facility and at Least Every Two (2) Years Thereafter,…2.122.A
Observed the facility to be missing documentation of a current passing fire inspection.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Children Must Not Be Subjected to Physical or Emotional Harm, Humiliation, or Threats.2.225.B
Identified through discussion with staff member 1 that staff member 2 hit Child 1 on the bottom.
Feb 13, 20241 Finding1 Important
- An Admission Record Must Be Completed for Each Child Prior to or at the Time of the Child's Admission. This Record Must Be Updated Annually and When Changes Occur. The Admission…2.209.A.7
Reviewed one child's file and observed file missing a dated, written authorization for emergency medical care.
Sep 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Admission Record Must Include: A Dated, Written Authorization for Emergency Medical Care Signed and Updated Annually by the Parent(s)/guardian(s). The Authorization Must Be…7.702.34.A.7
Reviewed 13 children's files and observed 1 file missing documentation of current written authorization for emergency medical care.
Jun 23, 20232 Findings2 Important
- The Center Must Maintain and Update Annually and Upon Changes, a Record on Each Child That Includes: A Copy of the Child’s Health Statement Completed by a Health Care Provider.7.702.34.B.4
Reviewed 1 child's file and observed health statement is expired.
- Swimming Area Rules and Emergency Procedures Shall Be Posted in a Visible Location at the Swimming Area.7.719.21.E
Observed that the pool is missing rules and emergency procudures.