Aspen Nichols
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.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. 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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (1), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Outdoor Play Areas Shall Frequently Be Surveyed and Must Be Kept Safe and Free From Hazardous Materials or Debris That Could Cause Harm to Children.2.337.D.2
During the walthrough of the outdoor play area the following items were observed: There were multiple broken shards of hard plastic laying on the ground in the outdoor play area next to the black storage box in the back yard. The broken plastic pieces were accessible to children when they are playing in the back yard. A metal stake that held a yard decoration or sign was broken and hat a jagged edge on the top and was located near the large tree in the front yard play area and could be accessible to children. An orange and black extenstion power cord was laying near the front steps to the home and within the front yard outdoor play area and is a tripping hazard.
Jun 3, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Prior to Working with Children, the Primary Provider, Applicant 2, Equally Qualified Provider, and Qualified Substitutes Must Complete a Department Approved Course of Training For…2.312.E
Reviewed the provider's staff file. At the time of inspection the provider's Medication Administration Training was expired. The provider has completed Medication Administration PDIS training part I but has not completed part II with a nurse or CCHC.
Jun 20, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Upper Levels Where Child Care Occurs, Without a Second Exit, Must Have Escape Ladders Designed Specifically for the Purpose of Evacuation of Children.7.707.923.I
The provider plans to use a room located on the second story of the childcare home. The provider did not have an escape ladder in the room or a second exit available from the upper level at the time of inspection.