Dps Ece Mcglone Elementary
13399 E ALBROOK DR, DENVER, CO 80239Childery 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.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 (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 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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 80
- 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 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Medication Administration (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 8 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Dec 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Individual Health Care Plan Must Be Updated at Least Every Twelve (12) Months From the Date of the Initial Plan and as Changes Occur. The Plan Must Include All Information…2.218.C.5.a
Reviewed a child's health care plan and the facility was lacking a medication that was listed on the child's health care plan.
May 6, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- Volatile Substances Such as Gasoline, Kerosene, Fuel Oil, Oil-based Paints, Firearms, Explosives, and Other Hazardous Items Must Not Be Stored in Any Area of the Building Used For…2.237.D
In classroom 165 there was an unlocked storage closet with a staff backpack. The staff backpack was sitting on the ground accessible to children posing a possible safety hazard.
Feb 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Outside Preschool playground there was a 3 inch gap between the pavement sidewalk and the pour and play. The gap is posing a possible tripping hazard. This is a Director violation of Stipulation of O Licensee shall ensure that all indoor and outdoor play areas are maintained in a safe condition and that hazardous, high risk area are made inaccessible to children.
Jan 13, 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
Licensing Specialist asked the Lead Teacher Ms. Augden how many children were present and she stated there 16 children present. There were 17 children present in classroom 166. This is a direct violation of stipulation F. At all times, staff members shall know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. Facility Director shall be able to account for all children in care at the facility.
Dec 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Climbing Equipment Eighteen (18) Inches or Higher Must Have Resilient Surfacing of at Least Six (6) Inches in the Use Zone Surrounding the Equipment.2.230.C.1.a
Outside on the purple playground there was less than 6 inches of woodchips under the slides.
Oct 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- For Security Purposes, a Sign-in/sign-out Sheet or Other Mechanism for Parents/guardians, or Staff if Children Are Being Transported, Must Be Maintained Daily by the Center. It…2.207.A
In classroom 166 there were 14 children and 1 child who was missing a parent/ staff signature signing the child into care on 10/17/2024.
Aug 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
Licensing Specialist reviewed 3 staff files and 1 staff member Ana F was lacking a Standard Precautions training prior to working with children.
Nov 7, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Time a Child Arrives and Leaves the Center Each Day Must Be Recorded. Staff Members Must Complete Written Attendance Verification Periodically Throughout the Day, Including…7.702.62.A.2
Reviewed the attendance sheets and there were 4 children without times the children arrived in classroom in clasroom 166. Also there was 1 child without the time the child arrived in classroom 167.
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