Blue Leaf School LLC
5524 BASELINE RD, BOULDER, CO 80303Childery 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
- Licensed capacity
- 54
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2) and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 18, 20262 Findings2 Important
- If, After the Department Approves a Hardship Appeal or Materials Waiver Request, the Applicant or Licensee Violates the Terms and Conditions Described in the Approved Alternate…2.118.C.3
Identified through investigation that CH1 and CH2, who are less than 2.5 years of age, did not have written permission from parent(s)/guardian(s) to move to the preschool classrooms, licensed for ages 2.5 years-7 years, which is a violation of terms of approval listed on waiver. Reviewed attendance and transition records and identified through staff statement that on 5/4/26, both CH1 and CH2 visited the preschool classrooms with Staff Member 3 (SM3) for approximately 50 minutes while the preschool classes were outside on the playground. N_a_m_e _: B_lu_e _Le_a_f S_ch_o_ol _LL_C________________Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_75_27_0______ ________________________________________________
✓ Corrected at visit
- Rooms Licensed for Specific Ages of Children Cannot Be Used for Other Ages of Children Without the Prior Written Approval of the Licensing Authority.2.233.A.3
Identified through investigation that 2 children under the age of 2.5 years visited the Preschool 1 & 2 classrooms, licensed for ages 2.5 years-7 years, for approximately 50 minutes on 5/4/26.
Mar 3, 20261 Finding1 Important
- In the Toddler Room, a Crib, Sleeping Cot, or Two (2) Inch Mat Must Be Provided for Each Child, and There Must Be a Minimum of Two (2) Feet Between Each Crib or Cot. Aisles…2.223.D.4
Nap mats used in toddler program are approximately 1" thick.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 22, 20261 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 4 child files and identified 3 lacking current health statement.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 29, 20251 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 Provider2.209.B.4
Reviewed 4 child files and identified 2 lacking verification of CDPHE immunization on state approved form.
Feb 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- If the Toddler Program Is in the Same Building as a Facility Caring for Children of Other Ages, the Toddler Program Must Be Physically Separated in Different Rooms by Walls No…2.233.C.1
Facilty lacking full 8' walls/doors to seperate toddler program from entrance to preschool.
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