Clever Kids Learning Center
BLDG 64 DENVER FEDERAL CENTER, DENVER, CO 80225Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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.5 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 4 (out of 5) and NAEYC accreditation. 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 4 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 122
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 1, 20251 Finding1 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,…2.212.G
Reviewed 13 staff files and observed Layla H. and Amy G. to be missing a medical statement signed and dated by a health care provider.
Dec 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Combustibles Such as Cleaning Rags, Mops, and Cleaning Compounds Must Be Stored in Well-ventilated Areas, Separated From Flammable Materials, and Stored in Areas Inaccessible To…2.237.E
One bottle of bleach solution, accessible to children, on top of a lower toy shelf in the Preschool East classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- In Rooms Used by Children, All Electrical Outlets That Are Accessible to Children Must Have Protective Covers, or Safety Outlets Must Be Installed.2.237.H
An outlet extension in the Preschool East classroom to be missing 2 outlet covers.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 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
Gapping greater than 3 1/2 inches in perimeter fencing on the preschool playground at 4 gates. One double gate has gapping of 4 inches on both sides where it meets the fencing. Two other side gates have gaps of 5 inches between the gate and the fence. All pose a potential entrapment concern.
✓ Corrected at visit