Highpointe Academy of Castle Pines
81 MAX DR, CASTLE PINES, CO 80108Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 187
- 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 18 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (4), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 25 findings were critical.
See All 18 Inspection Visits
May 19, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Children Must Not Be Subjected to Physical or Emotional Harm, Humiliation, or Threats.2.225.B
Identified through video and staff member statement that SM1 grabbed CH1 and CH2 by the arm and pushed CH3 by their foot.
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Identified through staff member statement that CH1 did put a plunger that was accessible in the bathroom on their head.
✓ Corrected at visit
Mar 12, 20261 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
Reviewed 1 staff member file, staff member lacking current standard precautions training.
Aug 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Sunscreen accessible to children on counter in Innovators 1, cleaning products accessible to children on shelf in Experimentors, cleaning products and sunscreen accessible to children in unlatched cabinet in Innovators 2.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Facilities, Except Family Child Care Homes Must Post in Every Room of the Child Care Facility, Excluding Bedrooms and Living Areas, the License Capacity of the Room and The…2.127.D
Incorrect capacity posted in Experimentors and Explorers classrooms.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 23, 20252 Findings2 Important
- All Medications, Except Those Medications Specified in the Department-approved Medication Administration Training as Emergency Medications, Must Be Locked and Inaccessible To…2.220.G
Dayquil medication accessible to children on shelf in Experimenters classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Children Must Not Be Subjected to Physical or Emotional Harm, Humiliation, or Threats.2.225.B
Identified through statements from RP2 and RP3 that SM1 was observed on two separate occasions pushing a child by their forehead with an open hand to stop them from continuing to move forward.
Apr 2, 20253 Findings3 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.2
One parent letter sent by the department regarding facilities license status was returned as not deliverable. Identified that paperwork in file was last reviewed in 2022.
- 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 1 child file, lacking documentation of current emergency medical authorization.
- Children Must Not Be Subjected to Physical or Emotional Harm, Humiliation, or Threats.2.225.B
Identified through staff member statements that SM1 would raise their voice when upset with children, would say shaming comments when a child had a bathroom accident. Identified through director statement that SM1 is on administrative leave due to this behavior.
Feb 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Diaper cream on changing table a accessible to children in Explorers Classroom
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Children Must Not Be Subjected to Physical or Emotional Harm, Humiliation, or Threats.2.225.B
Identified through staff member statements that CH1 stated that SM1 grabbed their arm. Staff members observed marks on CH1 arm.
Jan 3, 20252 Findings2 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
Reviewed file for staff member working with CH1 at time of incident, staff member lacking documentation of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training.
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Sharp teacher scissors accessible to children on lower shelf of unlocked closet in Creators 2.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 6, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Staff to Child Ratios by Ages of Children and Number of Staff- 6 Weeks to 18 Months (infants):1 Staff Member to 5 Infants; 12 Months to 36 Months: 1 Staff Member to 5 Toddlers; 24…2.217.A.14
Reviewed name to face documents for 4 days in November. On 11/5/24 there were more than 8 children with 1 staff member from 8:20am until the second staff member arrived at 8:30am.
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Two window blinds in Innovators 1 classroom are broken with sharp edges.
Nov 11, 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
Reviewed staff files, 1 staff member lacking documentation of current standard precautions training.
Sep 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Time a Child Arrives and Leaves the Center Each Day Must Be Recorded. Staff Members Must Complete Written Attendance Verification Periodically Throughout the Day, Including…2.223.A.2
Identified through staff member statement that 3 children arrived in classroom after school, these children were not listed on the attendance verification.
Aug 6, 20242 Findings2 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.8
Reviewed file for CH1, file lacking documentation of written authorization for bike activity in parking lot area.
- A Record Must Be Maintained, Either Written or Electronic, for Each Staff Member That Includes the Following: N_a_m_e _: H_ig_hp_o_in_te _Ac_a_de_m_y _Of _C_as_tle_…2.210.A
Reviewed 3 staff member files, 1 staff member lacking a record with all documents with the exception of background checks. Was able to verify training requirements through PDIS. (Madison T.)
Jul 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Minimum of One (1) Sink and One (1) Flush Toilet Must Be Provided for Each Fifteen (15) or Fewer Children.2.235.C
At the time of the visit there were 2 of 11 child toilets broken or not working properly. With licensed capacity the facility must have 10 child toilets working properly at all times.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 6, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Medications, Except Those Medications Specified in the Department-approved Medication Administration Training as Emergency Medications, Must Be Locked and Inaccessible To…7.702.51.B.7
Medication accessible to children in an unlocked closet in the front desk area.
Oct 26, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Individuals Who Have Obtained a Successfully Completed CBI or FBI Record Check May Care for Children, for No Longer Than Ninety (90) Calendar Days, While Waiting for All Other…7.701.32.D.1.a.1
3 staff members lacking documentation of clearance of all required background checks and not working with a staff member who has successfully completed all required background checks. (Priya P., Erica L., Leslie L.)
Sep 27, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Emergency Drills, Lockdown and Active Shooter on Premises Drills Must Be Held at Least Quarterly, but Often Enough So That All Occupants Are Familiar with the Drill Procedure And…7.701.100.F.2
Tornado drills not logged monthly March - current. Quarterly drills not completed.
Aug 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Plan Must Include All Information Needed to Care for the Child, Must Be Signed by the Health Care Provider, Parent(s)/guardian(s) and Must Include, but Not Be Limited To, The…7.702.5.C.5.c
Child in the Dreamers 1 (Infant) classroom has a helmet, but does not have a health care plan from a medical professional.
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