Bright Horizons/montessori @ Greenwood Plaza
5889 GREENWOOD PLAZA BLVD, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111Childery Rating: 2/5
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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.2 / 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.2 / 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 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 1 (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 1 (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
- 196
- 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 11 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 11 Inspection Visits
Oct 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Staff to Child Ratios by Ages of Children and Number of Staff- 6 Weeks to 18 Months (infants):1 Staff Member to 5 Infants; 12 Months to 36 Months: 1 Staff Member to 5 Toddlers; 24…2.217.A.14
During the investigation, confirmed through the director's statements that during morning drop-off the infant classroom is sometimes over ratio.
Jan 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Center Must Maintain and Update Annually and Upon Changes, a Record on Each Child That Includes: A Written Record of Any Serious Accident, Illness, or Injury Occurring During…2.209.B.1
Confirmed through staff statements, the facility did not provide an 'unknown injury' report to the family when they were made aware of injuries of an unknown origin.
Dec 9, 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 one staff file. Radhika missing documentation of a current Introduction to First Aid and CPR.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
At the time of visit, the following safety hazards were observed: In the Primary A and Primary B classrooms, the sand and water tables had peeling finish and splintering wood. In Primary A, Mini A, Toddler A, Primary B, and Primary C, electrical cords were loose and accessible to children creating safety hazards. Electrical cords were previously cited on 8/27/2024 and 9/25/2024.
Sep 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
At the time of visit, in Primary A, the electrical cords to the air purifier and light table were loose, creating a safety hazard.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 20, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The Center Must Maintain and Update Annually and Upon Changes, a Record on Each Child That Includes: A Written Record of Any Serious Accident, Illness, or Injury Occurring During…2.209.B.1
Confirmed through staff statements that CH1 sustained a self inflicted injury that was not reported to parents and an injury report was not created or submitted to parents.
- All Pieces of Playground Equipment Must Be Designed to Guard Against Entrapment and Strangulation. Any Openings in Gross Motor Equipment Above Ground Must Be Smaller Than Three…2.230.C.6
At time of visit, observed on the preschool playground a gap between the slide and the platform, posing a strangulation hazard for children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 26, 20241 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 5 staff files and observed one file (Randa G.) lacking current documentation of a Department approved standard precautions training.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Written Policies and Procedures Must Be Developed, Implemented, and Followed, and Must Include at a Minimum the Following Information: The Procedures for Emergencies And…2.206.B.11
Reviewed parent and staff policies and procedures and identified that the policies regarding emergency procedures were missing documentation of lost children, tornadoes, fires, shelter in place, lockdown, active shooter, reunification with families after emergency or disaster, and evacuating children with disabilities.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 4, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Diaper Change Areas Must: Have a Place Inaccessible to Children for Storing All Diaper Change Supplies and Disinfecting Solutions and Products.7.702.61.A.1.b
In the Mini's B classroom, observed diapers and wipes in an unlocked cabinet and diapers on a low shelf in the bathroom accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 31, 20232 Findings2 Important
- All Staff Members Must Submit to the Center a Medical Statement, Signed and Dated by a Physician or Other Health Care Provider, Verifying That They Are in Good Mental, Physical,…7.702.41.G
Reviewed 17 staff files, identified Heather K., Gailry N., Janelle A., Jessaca P., Amal B., Jodi P., and Bibiana T. missing current health evaluations signed and dated by their physician.
- The Licensed Room Capacity Must Not Be Exceeded at Any Time.7.702.46.A.15.d
While completing a safety walk through, observed in Toddler C, 2 teachers with 12 children. Room is licensed for children ages 12mo-2.6 years with a capacity of 10.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 24, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Children Must Not Be Subjected to Physical or Emotional Harm, Humiliation, or Threats.7.702.64.B
Per staff members statement, Sm1 did aggressively handle children. While in Mini A classroom, Licensing Specialist observed a staff member grab a child's arm and pulling it up in order to get child to go the restroom with them.
✓ Corrected at visit
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