Heather Hershman-Meacham
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80130Childery Rating: 2/5
Data last updated ·
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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 10, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Health Statements for Children Over Two (2) Years to Seven (7) Years of Age Must Be Updated in Accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive…2.321.A.5
Reviewed 7 children's files and observed that 1 child was missing documentation of a current health statement.
May 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Health Statements for Children Over Two (2) Years to Seven (7) Years of Age Must Be Updated in Accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive…2.321.A.5
Reviewed 5 child files and observed that 3 children were missing documentation of a current health statement.
May 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Prior to Working with Children, the Primary Provider, Applicant 2, Equally Qualified Providers, Qualified Substitutes, and All Staff Members Must Complete a Department-approved…2.312.C
Reviewed provider staff file and observed that Standard Precautions training expired on 3/9/2024.
Jul 24, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Outdoor Play Space, Including Areas Under Decks Must Be Free From Safety Hazards Including, but Not Limited To, Lawn Mowers, Tools, Propane, Gasoline, Building Scraps, and Scrap…7.707.934.C
There were 4 propane tanks on the lower patio area accessible to children.
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