Honey Tree
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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 3. 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 3 (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
- 112
- 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 10 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (2), and Medication Administration (1). Of 10 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 10 Inspection Visits
Apr 22, 20261 Finding1 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
3 bottles of over the counter allergy medication in a staff lunch box hanging on a hook on a high coat hanger in the hall way by the infant room.
✓ Corrected at visit
Apr 3, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Employees and Regular Volunteers Must Be Trained Using a Department-approved Training About Child Abuse Prevention Prior to Working with Children, Which Includes Common…2.213.G
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed SM-1 to be missing documentation of child abuse prevention training. Observed SM-3 to be missing documentation of current child abuse prevention training. SM-1 start date was 3/16/2026.
Feb 5, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Individual Health Care Plan Must Be Updated at Least Every Twelve (12) Months From the Date of the Initial Plan and as Changes Occur. The Plan Must Include All Information…2.218.C.5.a
Reviewed 4 children's health care plans and observed 1 plan to be outdated (initial date of plan was 8/14/2024).
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 12, 20251 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 22 staff files and observed SM-13, SM-15, SM-16, and SM-22 to be missing documentation of medical statements. Identified through file review that all staff listed have been employed for more than 30 days.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
A pouch of baby wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a low shelf in the main hallway between the preschool 2 and Pre-K rooms, accessible to children
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Variety of Play Equipment and Materials Appropriate for Children's Age, Size, Developmental Needs, and Activities Must Be Provided for Both Indoor and Outdoor Structured And…2.230.A
A puzzle on a shelf in the Preschool 1 room labeled for children 3 years and older. Observed a Caterpillar climber in the Preschool 1 outdoor play yard labeled for children ages 3 years and older. Identified through Director that there are children less than 3 years of age in the Preschool 1 classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
Apr 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Several packages of baby wiped labeled "keep out of reach of children", and several tubes of diaper rash creams labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the Pre-k 2 room, accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Climbing Equipment Eighteen (18) Inches or Higher Must Have Resilient Surfacing of at Least Six (6) Inches in the Use Zone Surrounding the Equipment.2.230.C.1.a
A slide measuring approximately 3 feet in height in the outdoor toddler play area. Identified through Director's statement that the slide is placed on the grass ( no resilient surfacing). Ground was covered in snow.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 29, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- Children Must Be Actively Supervised at All Times.2.226.C.3
Identified through Director's statement that a toddler was separated from the group for approximately 3 minutes while on a walking field trip around the neighborhood.
Aug 30, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Written Policies and Procedures Must Be Developed, Implemented, and Followed, and Must Include at a Minimum the Following Information: How Decisions Are Made and What Steps…7.702.31.B.9
Reviewed center's policies and procedures ("Family Handbook"). Observed "Guidance policy" states provider would have a "written summary" of meeting with parents regarding behavioral concerns. Identified through discussion with staff, there was verbal communication with parents about behavioral issues, however, there is no evidence of documentation of the steps taken prior to the request to parents to withdraw child from care due to concerns about child's behavioral issues.