Cornerstone Classical Preschool
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.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.4 / 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. 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)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
- Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 25
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:5 10
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Apr 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Child Care Providers Must Have a Written Plan for Continuity of Operations in the Aftermath of an Emergency or Disaster. Components of the Plan Must Include:2.137.A
No evidence of a written plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency or disaster.
May 7, 20251 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
No evidence of a current health statement signed and dated by a health care provider as indicated on previous health statement form in one of the three children's files reviewed.
Jun 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- An Admission Record Must Be Completed for Each Child Prior to or at the Time of the Child's Admission. This Record Must Be Updated Annually and When Changes Occur. The Admission…2.209.A.7
Reviewed four children's files. Observed the written authorization for emergency medical care in one of the children's files was signed and dated by parent on 10/6/22. Observed no evidence of parent signing and updating this authorization annually.
Mar 6, 20241 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
Identified through discussion with the Director, a copy of the written "Injury/Incident Report" dated 2/16/24 was not provided to CH1's parent.
Aug 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Staff Must Complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions Training That Meets Current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Requirements Prior to Working…7.702.42.B
J.P. working in the Toddler 1 classroom today. Reviewed J.P.'s Standard Precautions training expired on 7/31/23. Observed no evidence of J.P. renewing this training annually.
Jul 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- A “Toddler Program” Provides Care for Children Between the Ages of Twelve (12) Months (When Walking Independently or with a Health Care Provider’s Statement Indicating…7.702.1.B.4
Identified the two children present in the Older Toddler classroom today are over the age of 36 months.
✓ Corrected at visit