Mancos Valley Dragonfly Preschool
7844 ROAD 41, MANCOS, CO 81328Childery Rating: 2/5
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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.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
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1) and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 18, 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
Identified via staff file review no evidence of up-to-date training regarding Child Abuse Prevention in one (1) out of seven (7) staff files reviewed at the time of the inspection.
Apr 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Materials Made of Brittle, Easily Breakable Plastic or Glass Are Not Permitted for Children Less Than Five (5) Years of Age.2.229.M
Previously cited 04/30/24 and 05/26/22. Observed glass and ceramic dishware, plates, and bowls on the student table, in low drawers of the kitchen, and in the lazy Susan of the kitchen accessible to children. Observed rainbow glass cups in low windowsill accessible to children.
Apr 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Loose Plastic Bags Must Be Stored in Areas Inaccessible to Children.2.229.G
Observed loose plastic bags in unlocked drawer next to sink in Preschool Classroom.
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