Discovery Time Kids Early Learning Center
204 MUEGGE WAY SUITES A AND B, BENNETT, CO 80102Childery 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.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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- 90
- 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 16 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Children's Records & Files (2), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2). None of the 16 findings were critical.
See All 16 Inspection Visits
May 18, 20261 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Admission, the Parent(s)/guardian(s) Must Provide for Each Child Entering the Center: Documentation of School-required Immunization Status or Certificate of Medical…2.219.B.1
reviewed 9 children files and observed Ch2 and Ch8 to have immunization in non approved form.
Apr 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Loose Plastic Bags Must Be Stored in Areas Inaccessible to Children.2.229.G
in Toddler 1 room to have empty and loose plastic bags in bathroom hanging causing a potential safety hazard to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 31, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
A large box stacked on equipment in the hallway from the recreation center, and three boxes filled with books stacked on the outside of the door of the recreation center. Observed these boxes accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard.
Jan 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Prior to the Original License Being Issued, Following the Renovation of the Facility That Would Affect the Licensing of the Facility and at Least Every Two (2) Years Thereafter,…2.122.A
The programs most recent fire inspection was not approving.
Jan 8, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Cots or Pads Must Be Spaced at Least Two (2) Feet Apart on All Sides During Rest Time. Children Must Have a Safe Area in Which to Rest That Is Easily Supervised, Out of the Path…2.223.D.5.a.1
Two cots within one foot of each other in the preschool classroom during nap time, posing a potential safety hazard.
Dec 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Soap in the preschool classroom labeled " keep out of reach of children" accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard.
Nov 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Staff at the Center Must Demonstrate Knowledgeable Decision-making, Judgment, and Concern for the Proper Care and Well-being of Children.2.212.A
Staff member 1 was holding a child’s hand when the child turned, resulting in an injury to the child's arm. Identified that the staff member felt a pop in the child's arm and failed to provide medical attention to the child.
Oct 14, 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
Seven infants in the infant classroom, upon the Specialist's arrival, and one teacher posing a potential safety hazard.
Sep 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- There Must Be Assigned at Least One (1) Qualified Early Childhood Teacher Supervising Each Group of Children Unless Otherwise Specified in Rules. A Director May Be the Assigned…2.217.A.7
Identified through staff statements that at the end of the day in the toddler 1 classroom there are two staff members who are not qualified at the end of the day.
Aug 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Staff Working with Infants Less Than Twelve (12) Months Old Must Complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep Training Prior to Working with Infants Less Than Twelve (12) Months Old.…2.213.C
Reviewed the training records for three staff members and observed one staff member to be missing documentation of current safe sleep training. Observed the training to have expired on 8.13.2025.
Jul 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Buildings Must Be Kept in Good Repair and Maintained in a Safe Condition.2.237.B
Peeling paint in the 3-5's classroom on the wall near the window. Observed several ceiling tiles to be missing in the 3-5's classroom.
Jun 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Staff Designated by the Director to Give Medications Must Complete the Department-approved Medication Administration Training and Have Current Annual Delegation or More Often As…2.220.F
A medication log and observed two staff members to have given a child medications. Observed both staff members Autumn S. to be missing documentation of delegation and one staff member Bella T. to be missing medication administration.
Apr 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Two glass mirrors pushed/stacked up against the wall in the recreation center, accessible to children, and posing a potential safety hazard.
Mar 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Department-approved Child Care Health Consultants Must Complete the Department- Approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Immunization Course Annually. The…2.217.C.8
The health care consultant's immunization course to expire on 12.19.2024.
Nov 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Trails Child Abuse or Neglect Records Request Must Be Made on the State-prescribed Form, Accompanied by the Required Fee Within the Following Required Time Frames: Child Care…2.120.C.2
Reviewed two staff records and observed one staff member Jenny R. (DOG 4.8.2024) to be missing documentation of the current and required Trails background check.
Apr 16, 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 6 children files and observered one file to be missing a current Emergency Medical Authorization. (exp. 3/23)
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