Gore Range Montessori - Edwards
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (1), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Trampolines and Inflatable Bouncers Are Prohibited.2.230.F
A mini trampoline on the play yard outdoors, on the side of the building, accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
2 bottles of Cascade dish washing detergent labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the eating area, accessible to children. Observed a bag of potting soil labeled "keep out of reach of children" under a table outside of the door on the playground, accessible to children. Observed an ice packe labeled "keep out of reach of children" in a first aid box on a table on the playground, accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 5, 20232 Findings2 Important
- The Admission Record Must Include: The Child's Full Name, Birth Date, Current Address, and Date of Enrollment.7.702.34.A.1
No evidence of date of enrollment in three out of the five children's records reviewed.
- 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
Reviewed three staff files. Observed R.O.'s Standard Precautions training expired on 7/25/23. Observed no evidence of R.O. renewing this training annually.