EA dba The Children's Courtyard
15000 E 104TH AVE, COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 174
- 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 18 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4). Of 24 total findings, 3 were critical.
See All 18 Inspection Visits
May 19, 20261 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
Through review found that ratio was not maintained in the following room on 5/19/26: Preschool 1 room: 8:02am-8:09am, there were 12 children and 1 staff member. Ratio should have been 1 staff to 10 children. ***This is a direct violation of stipulation (D) on the probationary license.
✓ Corrected at visit
Apr 23, 20262 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- 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 4 staff files and found 1 without documentation of an out of state background check. **This is a direct violation of stipulation M on the probationary license.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of Children and Maximum Group Size: 6 Weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 Months to 36 months:10 Toddlers, 24 Months to 36 Months: 14…2.217.A.15
Through review found the following rooms out of max group size regulation: 3/30/26: Toddler 2 from 7:50am-7:52am had 12 children and the max group size was 10 children. 3/31/26: Toddler 2 from 7:58am-8:08am had 12 children and the max group size was 10 children. Preschool from 8:58am-9:40am had 21 children and max group size was 20 children N_a_m_e _: E_A_ d_ba_ T_he_ C_h_ild_re_n'_s C_o_ur_ty_ard___________Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_56_80_1______ ________________________________________________ 4/3/26: Preschool from 8:58am-9:40am had 21 children and max group size was 20 children 4/9/26: Preschool from 7:35am-7:45am had 22 children and max group size was 20 children 4/23/26: Toddler 2 from 7:56am-8:00am had 11 children and max group size was 10 children. ** This is a direct violation of stipulation D on the probationary license.
Mar 25, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Facilities, Except Family Child Care Homes Must Post in Every Room of the Child Care Facility, Excluding Bedrooms and Living Areas, the License Capacity of the Room and The…2.127.D
In the school age room there was no ratio or capacity signed posted. This is a direct violation of stipulation D on the probationary license.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 5, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Diaper Change Areas Must: Have a Place Inaccessible to Children for Storing All Diaper Change Supplies and Disinfecting Solutions and Products;2.222.A.1.b
In the preschool 1 bathroom there were diapering supplies accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Feb 11, 20262 Findings2 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
In the toddler 2 and pre-K rooms, napping mats were spaced less than 2 feet apart.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Guidance Used at the Center Must Be Appropriate to the Development of the Child and Is Used as an Opportunity to Teach Children Social-emotional Skills, Such as Self-regulation,…2.225.A
Through staff interviews found that staff at the site were raising their voices to gain compliance for children that were having behavioral issues.
Jan 22, 20261 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
During the walk through the 2’s room had children ages 1yr-2.5yr present. The ratio in the room should have been 1 staff to 5 children. The room had 1 staff member and 7 children from 10:09am-10:41am. The room was out of ratio by 2 children during that time.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 9, 20261 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 1 child file and found that the emergency medical authorization expired in 2024.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 18, 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
In the Toddler 2 room it showed the room was out of ratio during the following time: 7:27am-7:30am- 7 children were present with 1 staff member and ratio for the room should be 1 staff to 5 children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Department May Deny, Revoke, Suspend, Change to Probationary or Fine a Child Care Facility if the Applicant(s), an Affiliate of the Applicant, or Any Person Living with Or…2.121.F
The PDIS Large Center Director certificate for the Assistant Director was altered. The certificate made available for review stated that the Assistant Director was awarded a Large Center Director Credential. The awarded credential associated with the PDIS credential via tracking number is attached to a ECPC level 2 credential for the same staff member. Identified that ECPC Large Center Director credential for the Assistant Director was never issued and was denied. 26.5-5-317(2)(g) C.R.S. Furnish or make any misleading or any false statement or report to the department.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 22, 20252 Findings2 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
Through staff interviews and the review of digital documentation, found that the facility messaged through the parent app about a severe reaction and never made a call nor attempted to follow up on contacting the parent about the reaction.
- A Fitted Sheet and a Blanket, or Suitable Covering, Must Be Provided for Each Child to Be Used Only by That Child.2.223.D.4.c
In the Preschool 1 room there was a child napping on a cot without a fitted sheet.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 25, 20251 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 2 staff files and found 1 without documentation of a completed out of state background check.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 10, 20251 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 2 staff files and found 1 without documentation of an out of state clearance letter.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At Nap Time, the Child to Staff Ratio May Be Doubled for Children Two and One Half (2 ½) Years of Age and Older in Preschool Classrooms When the Following Conditions Have Been…2.217.A.10.a
In the pre-K room there was 1 staff and 21 children present aged 4-5 years old with only 6 children asleep exceeding the 1/2 children sleeping rule.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 15, 20252 Findings2 Important
- All Children Must Be Under the Direct Supervision at All Times of a Qualified Adult Who Has Been Assigned the Responsibility to Supervise2.223.A.1
Identified through staff statements that Child 1 was left unattended in a classroom for 30-33 minutes.
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
In the Preschool 2 classroom there was bubbles, and soap labeled "keep out of reach" and accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Apr 21, 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 1 child file and found an expired emergency medical authorization (Exp: 11/11/24)
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 7, 20233 Findings3 Important
- The Admission Record Must Include: A Dated, Written Authorization for Emergency Medical Care Signed and Updated Annually by the Parent(s)/guardian(s). The Authorization Must Be…7.702.34.A.7
In reviewing CH1's file: no current emergency medical authorization.
- 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
in reviewing staff files that were present at the time of injury: Staff member Yureli O. missing current standard precautions training (exp. 11/2/23)
- In Rooms Used for Napping, the Lighting Must Be Dim at Nap Time to Promote an Atmosphere Conducive to Sleep but Must Be Bright Enough for Supervision of Children. N_a_m_e _: E_A_…7.702.62.D.2
in the infant room 4 children out of 6 sleeping and the lights not conducive for sleep.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 26, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Emergency Drills, Lockdown and Active Shooter on Premises Drills Must Be Held at Least Quarterly, but Often Enough So That All Occupants Are Familiar with the Drill Procedure And…7.701.100.F.2
No emergency drills like lockdown, active shooter, etc. being held quarterly,
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Admission Record Must Include: A Dated, Written Authorization for Emergency Medical Care Signed and Updated Annually by the Parent(s)/guardian(s). The Authorization Must Be…7.702.34.A.7
In reviewing CH1 file, No current emergency medical authorization (expired 1/3/22).
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