Dps/ece Sandra Todd-Williams Academy
4909 N CATHAY ST, DENVER, CO 80249Childery 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.3 / 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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 160
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:12 24
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 14 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (2), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Children's Records & Files (2). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 14 Inspection Visits
May 18, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
In classroom 110 there was a bag of baby wipes labeled 'Keep out of reach of children" sitting on a ledge near the handwashing sink.
Mar 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Centers Must Comply with the Locally Adopted Fire Code, Including but Not Limited to the Following: In Every Building or Structure, Exits Must Be Arranged and Maintained So as To…2.238.C
In classroom 110 and 111 there were cots with children resting on the cots blocking the outside egress exit.
Mar 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
In classroom 112 there was a loose long electrical cord that was connected to a light table. The loose long cord was posing a possible strangulation hazard.
Feb 11, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Medications, Except Those Medications Specified in the Department-approved Medication Administration Training as Emergency Medications, Must Be Locked and Inaccessible To…2.220.G
In the cafeteria there was a first aide bag with a child's emergency medication sitting on a low table accessible to children.
Jan 16, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Within Twenty-four (24) Hours, Excluding Weekends and Holidays, of the Occurrence of a Critical N_a_m_e _: D_P_S/_E_CE_ S_A_N_DR_A_ T_O_DD_-_W_ILL_IA_M_S_ A_CA_D_E_M_Y__Lic_e_ns_e…2.124.A.1.b
Identified through the director's statement the injury report was made on 1/12/2026 by the nurse. The nurse made a report to the school district not to the injury reporting system for the department. Identified through the director's statement the injury report was made on 1/16/2026 to the department.
Oct 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Outside on the playground there was an exposed screw protuding from the play structure platform that could have possibly casued the injury to Ch1.
Sep 24, 20251 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 Ch1's file and Ch1 was lacking a signed and dated emergency medical authorization.
May 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
In the 112 classroom there was an open bag of potting soil labeled "keep out of reach of children." The potting soil sitting on the edge of the counter top next to the door accessible to children.
Apr 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Volunteers Who Are Not Required to Be Equally Qualified or Successfully Complete Background Checks Must Be Supervised and Given Instruction as to the Center's Policies And…2.216.H.2
Licensing Specialist observed a volunteer working with 3 children alone at a table in the hallway.
Apr 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
In the cafeteria there was a bottle of sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" sitting on the white board accessible to children.
Mar 5, 20251 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 112 the sign in and out sheet was reviewed and 2 children were missing the time they arrived at the center,
Dec 9, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- The Following Background Check Requests Must Be Submitted and Successfully Completed for Each State an Individual Has Resided In, in the Past Five Years, Prior to an Individual…2.121.J.1
Reviewed staff files and 2 staff members Jennifer S. and Virginia T. were lacking a State Based Background Check Clearance letter.
Oct 17, 20241 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
Reviewed 3 individual health care plans and 1 individual health care plan was not signed by the parents/guadians.
Nov 28, 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
In classroom 112 there were 10 children signed in on the name to face attendance sheet and there were 12 children present. In classroom 113 there was one child with no time for when the child arrived at the facility.
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