Gates Camp
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.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. 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
- Daycare
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 100
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Parent Communication & Policies (1), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 3 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jun 26, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Written Policy Regarding Visitors to the Neighborhood Youth Organization Must Be Posted and a Record Maintained Daily by the Neighborhood Youth Organization That Includes, at A…2.706.H
Visitor log lacking space provided for phone number.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 2, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Parent(s) or Guardian(s) Must Provide a Self-reported, Complete Health History for the Youth Member, Including Communicable Diseases, Chronic Illnesses or Injuries,…2.709.A.7
Reviewed 4 camper files and identified all lacking documentation of immunization history.
Jul 11, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Combustibles Such as Cleaning Rags, Mops, and Cleaning Compounds Shall Be Stored in Well-ventilated Areas Separated From Flammable Materials and Stored in Areas Inaccessible To…7.720.73.A4
Unlocked storage closet in the Barn containing cleaning supplies, spray bottle of disinfectant spray in the Craft room on the shoe rack, and and several containers of cleaning supplies in the Game Room. All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" and accessible to children at the time of visit.
✓ Corrected at visit