Eagle Valley Elementary 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 78
- 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 13 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (3), Parent Communication & Policies (1), and Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (1). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 13 Inspection Visits
Mar 10, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
A package of diaper wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked drawer of a plastic storage container in the bathroom of the Purple room, accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Within Twenty-four (24) Hours, Excluding Weekends and Holidays, of the Occurrence of a Critical Incident at the Facility or Within Twenty-four (24) Hours of a Child’s Return To…2.124.A.1.b
Reviewed injury information and report. Identified that the injury occurred on 11/19/25 and was reported on 11/21/25. Identified through staff statement that staff were aware that CH1 obtained medical care on 11/19/2025
Nov 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Any Materials Accessible to Children Under Than Three (3) Years of Age Must Not Be a Choke Hazard or Able to Be Inhaled. Any Area Of…2.229.L
Google eyes on artwork posted in the Yellow room above the cubbies by the door to the playground posing a potential choke hazard. Identified through staff statement that there are children less than 3 years of age cared for in the Yellow room.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Children Must Wear Helmets When Riding Scooters, Bicycling, Skateboarding, or Rollerblading. The Helmet Must Be Removed After the Activity. Motorized Riding Toys Are Not Permitted.2.230.E
Identified through staff statement that CH1 was on a bicycle without a helmet at the time of injury.
✓ Corrected at visit
Apr 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Variety of Play Equipment and Materials Appropriate for Children's Age, Size, Developmental Needs, and Activities Must Be Provided for Both Indoor and Outdoor Structured And…2.230.A
A toy in a plastic container on a low shelf in the Toddler room labeled for children ages 24 months and older. Identified through staff statement that there are children less than 24 months in care in the toddler room.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
A package of baby wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a set of plastic drawers in the bathroom in the Blue room, accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 4, 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 CH1's file and observed it to be missing documentation of current authorization for emergency medical care.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
An open package of batteries in an unlocked drawer in the Blue room posing a potential hazard, accessible to children
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Outdoor Play Areas Used for Children’s Activities Must Be Checked Daily and Kept Safe and Free From Hazardous Materials or Debris by Removal of Debris, Dilapidated Structures,…2.230.C.8
A hole approximately 5 inches in depth around a sprinkler head by the corner where the sidewalks meet on the toddler playground posing a potential safety hazard, accessible to children.
May 16, 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
Identified M.R. was one of the teachers present in the classroom during the time of the injury on 5/13/24. Observed M.R.'s Standard Precautions training expired on 5/11/24. Observed no evidence of M.R. renewing this training annually.
Apr 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Staff Working with Children Less Than Three (3) Years of Age Must Complete a Department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/abusive Head Trauma Training Prior to Working With…2.213.D
Identified through discussion with K.D., K.D. and B.K. were in the Toddler classroom at the time of the injury. Reviewed both K.D.'s and B.K.'s files. Identified B.K. is a permanent sub, who was hired on 9/23/23. Observed no evidence of B.K. completing department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training.
Feb 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Staples Must Be Inaccessible to Children Less Than Three (3) Years of Age.2.229.D
Identified there were two children under three years of age in the "Green" Preschool classroom today. Observed staples are used on several bulletin boards in the main hallway, outside of the Toddler Room and four Preschool classrooms. Observed a staple on the carpet under the bulletin board outside of the "Yellow" Preschool room. Also observed several staples on the two bulletin boards in the "Green" Preschool classroom.
Sep 29, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Any Materials Accessible to Children Under Than Three N_a_m_e _: E_A_G_LE_ V_A_LL_E_Y _EL_E_ME_N_T_AR_Y_ P_R_ES_C_H_O_OL____Lic_e_ns_e…7.702.71.L
Identified through discussion with staff, there is one child under the age of 3 years old present in the "Purple" Preschool classroom today. Observed several choke hazards (shells, a small rock and small pine cones) in baskets/bins on a low wooden shelf accessible to children in the "Purple" classroom. These choke hazards fit inside a choke tube.
✓ Corrected at visit