Brittany Johnston
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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Atmosphere Should Be Calm and Conducive to Rest or Sleep. The Lighting Must Be Dim at Nap Time but Must Be Bright Enough for Supervision of Children.2.329.G
the nap rooms upstairs to be pitch black.
Mar 23, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Equally Qualified Providers, Qualified Substitutes, and All Staff Members Must Obtain a Subsequent Health Evaluation Every Two (2) Years or as Required in a Written Plan…2.311.A.14.a
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed all staff to need documentation of current health statements.
Apr 23, 20251 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 3 staff files and observed 1 staff member, Katherine B., to be missing Part 2 of the medication administration training.
May 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- In Rooms Accessible to Children, All Electrical Outlets and Power Strips Must Have Protective Covers, or Safety Outlets Must Be Installed; All Exposed Light Bulbs Accessible To…2.336.C.2
Sleeping room upstairs, main classroom (power strip), and playroom on main floor, observed to have outlets without protective covers.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 19, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- All Hazardous Items and Materials Must Be Inaccessible to Children Including, but Not Limited To, Office Supplies, Matches, Plastic Bags, Cleaning and Laundry Materials,…7.707.923.A
2 containers of sunscreen marked keep out of reach of children on cubbies accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit