Evergreen Christian Academy
28253 MEADOW DRIVE, EVERGREEN, CO 80439Childery Rating: 2/5
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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.2 / 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.2 / 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 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 1 (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 1 (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
- 91
- 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 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). Of 7 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Apr 21, 20261 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
Licensing Specialist reviewed 15 staff files and observed staff member #9 to have lived out of state in the past 5 years and not have a completed out of state background check. Previously cited on 5/29/25.
May 29, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Licensed Room Capacity Must Not Be Exceeded at Any Time.2.217.A.15.d
Attendance sheets to reflect exceeding the maximum capacity of 23 children in the Preschool Academy classroom in the morning and afternoon on May 14th and in the morning on May 19th.
- 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
A child walk from the Preschool classroom to the restroom unsupervised. The child proceeded to walk back to the classroom unsupevised after
Jul 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Staff Members Must Submit to the Center a Medical Statement, Signed and Dated by a Physician or Other Health Care Provider, Verifying That They Are in Good Mental, Physical,…2.212.G
Reviewed 9 staff files and observed Sharon S., Amanda N. and Shannon E. to be missing a medical statement.
✓ Corrected at visit
Apr 8, 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
CH1 to have an expired emergency medical authorization.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 18, 20231 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
Staff members Shannon E. and Becca E. to be working in the Wobblers classroom. Center does not have any documentation that either staff member is Early Childhood Teacher qualified.
Aug 30, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Loose Plastic Bags Must Be Stored in Areas Inaccessible to Children.7.702.71.G
A box of loose trash bags, accessible to children, in an unlocked lower cupboard in the preschool room. N_a_m_e _: E_v_erg_re_e_n _Ch_ri_sti_an_ A_ca_d_em_y____________Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 1_7_73_98_0______ ________________________________________________
✓ Corrected at visit
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