Breckenridge Montessori
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 20
- 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 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 13, 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
One staff member's Standard Precautions training expired on 4/1/26. Observed no evidence of staff member renewing this training annually.
Sep 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Staff Working with Children Less Than Three (3) Years of Age Must Complete a Department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/abusive Head Trauma Training Prior to Working With…2.213.D
Identified there were three children under the age of 3 years old present today. Reviewed five staff files. Observed no evidence of newly hired staff member completing department approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than 3 years of age. This is a violation of stipulation K on the settlement agreement. Stipulation K states "All staff must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in a classroom, and/or per timelines prescribed in rule. This may include, but not limited to: training and orientation in facility policies and procedures, standard precautions, CPR and first aid, safe sleep, shaken baby/abusive head trauma prevention and medication administration. Verification of completed training must be available for review at all times".
Jan 23, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Materials Made of Brittle, Easily Breakable Plastic or Glass Are Not Permitted for Children Less Than Five (5) Years of Age.2.229.M
Observed glass items in 2nd bathroom in hallway area accessible to children. Licensed facility has materials waiver pending.
Jan 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Thumb Tacks Must Not Be Used in Areas Accessible to Children Less Than Three (3) Years of Age.2.229.E
Several thumb tacks used to display items on a bulletin board on the outside of the building by the entry, accessible to children less than 3 years of age.
✓ Corrected at visit