Active Learner's
55 E COSTILLA AVE, LITTLETON, CO 80122Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 1 (out of 5) and NAEYC accreditation. 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 1 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
- Infants, Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 98
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:5 10
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Apr 23, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Diaper Change Areas Must: Have a Place Inaccessible to Children for Storing All Diaper Change Supplies and Disinfecting Solutions and Products;2.222.A.1.b
At the time of the visit observed diapers and wipes accessible to children in an unlocked diaper changing table in the Toddler 2 classroom.
Aug 13, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- Pursuant to Section 19-3-304, C.R.S., Any Caregiver or Staff Member in a Child Care Facility Who Has Reasonable Cause to Know or Suspect That a Child Has Been Subjected to Abuse…2.126.B
The facility failed to report a reportable incident to the appropriate agency.
Apr 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Time a Child Arrives and Leaves the Center Each Day Must Be Recorded. Staff Members Must Complete Written Attendance Verification Periodically Throughout the Day, Including…2.223.A.2
At the time of the visit, observed in the Toddler 2 classroom, 10 children in attendance but only 4 children signed in to the attendance tracker. Also, in the Infant 1 classroom, 10 infants were in attendance, but only 8 children were signed in to the attendance tracker.
May 31, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days of Employment, All Employees Caring for Children, Not Required by Rule to Be Certified in First Aid and CPR, Must Complete the Department-approved…2.213.F
Reviewed 7 staff files. Observed Araceli G., hired 2021, and Ada G., hired 2018, missing current documentation of a First Aid and CPR training.
✓ Corrected at visit
Aug 18, 20231 Finding1 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 10 children files, identified one child with a start date of 1/28/2022, with an expired health statement.
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