Adventure Montessori Learning
250 S CHERRYWOOD DR, LAFAYETTE, CO 80026Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 2 (out of 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 2 (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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 193
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:5 10 Preschool 1:12 24
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 12 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 12 Inspection Visits
Apr 16, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Staff Must Complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions Training Prior to Working with Children. This Training Must Be Renewed Annually and Will Be Counted Towards…2.213.B
Reviewed (2) staff files and observed Staff Member (1) to have a Standard Precautions training that expired on 4/18/2025.
Apr 2, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Mattresses for Cribs and Futons Must Have a Properly Fitted, Clean Sheet.2.223.C.2.a
An empty infant bed assigned to an infant in the Infant 3 classroom with a loose fitting sheet.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 4, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Within Twenty-four (24) Hours, Excluding Weekends and Holidays, of the Occurrence of a Critical Incident at the Facility or Within Twenty-four (24) Hours of a Child’s Return To…2.124.A.1.b
Identified through staff statements and online Injury Report that was received on 11/24/2025, that program failed to submit a report within 24 hours of the incident, or within 24 hours of the child's return to care, for an injury that required emergency medical attention by a health care provider that occurred on 11/18/2025.
- Within Twenty-four (24) Hours, Excluding Weekends and Holidays, of the Occurrence of a Critical Incident at the Facility or Within Twenty-four (24) Hours of a Child’s Return To…2.124.A.1.b
Identified through staff statements and online Injury Report that was received on 11/24/2025, program failed to submit a report within 24 hours of the incident, or within 24 hours of the child's return to care, for an injury that required emergency medical attention by a health care provider that occurred on 11/18/2025.
Nov 3, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- Each Owner and Employee Sixteen (16) Years of Age or Older of a Facility or Agency Shall Complete the Fingerprint Process at an Approved Vendor. Payment of the Fee for The…2.121.D
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Staff Member 2 with a date of hire of 8/4/2025, who has completed the fingerprint process and is lacking documentation of a CBI clearance letter.
Jul 16, 20252 Findings2 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 1 child's file and observed it lacking a current authorization for emergency medical care signed and dated by a parent/guardian.
- Staff Working with Infants Less Than Twelve (12) Months Old Must Complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep Training Prior to Working with Infants Less Than Twelve (12) Months Old.…2.213.C
Reviewed 4 staff files and observed Tamara D. to have an expired safe sleep training.
Jul 1, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Admission, the Parent(s)/guardian(s) Must Provide for Each Child Entering the Center: Documentation of School-required Immunization Status or Certificate of Medical…2.219.B.1
Reviewed CH1's file and observed it lacking appropriate documentation of school required immunizations on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization.
Mar 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Any Materials Accessible to Children Under Than Three (3) Years of Age Must Not Be a Choke Hazard or Able to Be Inhaled. Any Area Of…2.229.L
Paper clips loosely attached to strands of yarn hanging from the ceiling in the Primary classroom 5, posing a potential choke hazard to children under three years of age.
Feb 14, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days of Admission, and Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days Following the Expiration Date of a Previous Health Statement, the Parent(s)/guardian(s) of Each…2.219.B.2
Reviewed 1 child's file and observed it lacking a current health statement signed and dated by health care provider that indicates when the next visit is due.
Jan 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Topical Preparations Such as Petroleum Jelly, Diaper Rash Ointments, Sunscreen, Insect Repellent, and Other Ointments May Be Administered to Children with Written Authorization…2.220.K
Reviewed 11 child files and observed 2 children lacking written authorization from a parent/guardian for the application of sunscreen.
Dec 20, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Cleaning supplies labeled "keep out of reach of children" in a cabinet below the hand washing sink with a broken lock, accessible to children in the Primary 4 classroom.
Nov 8, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Any Unexpired Routine Medication, Prescription or Non-prescription (Over the Counter), Must Be Administered Only with a Current Written Order of a Health Care Provider With…7.702.51.B.1
A child's current written order for medication in the Primary 4 classroom to be lacking written parental consent.
Oct 3, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Climbing Equipment Eighteen (18) Inches or Higher Must Have Resilient Surfacing of at Least Six (6) Inches in the Use Zone Surrounding the Equipment.7.702.72.C.1.a
Wooden railroad ties serving as the border for the swing area on the preschool playground measuring 18.5" high and lacking resilient surfacing of at least 6" surrounding the use zone.
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