Open Door Childcare Center
1567 MARION ST, DENVER, CO 80218Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- 50
- 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 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Children's Records & Files (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 8 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 8 Inspection Visits
Aug 5, 20251 Finding1 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.7
Reviewed 3 child files and observed 1 child to have expired emergency medical authorization.
Sep 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Prior to Caring for Children, All Staff Must Complete a Department-approved Training in Emergency and N_a_m_e _: O_P_E_N _DO_O_R_ C_H_IL_DC_A_R_E _CE_N_T_ER_________Lic_e_ns_e…2.133.A
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed no documentation of emergency and disaster preparedness training for staff members Pacifique, Keegan. This is a direct violation of Stipulation J of the probationary license which states "Staff members must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom and/or per timelines as prescribed in rule. This may include, but may not be limited to: training and orientation in facility policies and procedures, standard precautions, CPR and first aid, safe sleep, shaken baby/abusive head trauma prevention and medication administration. Verification of completed training must be available for review at all times."
Jun 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- In Rooms Used by Children, All Electrical Outlets That Are Accessible to Children Must Have Protective Covers, or Safety Outlets Must Be Installed.2.237.H
Several uncovered outlets in the multipurpose space accessible to children playing in the room and posing a potential hazard.
Apr 11, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- In Order to Obtain Any Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) And/or Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal History Records, Each Applicant Listed Below Must…2.121.A.1
Staff member Michael W working as a driver with children at time of inspection. Reviewed 1 staff file and observed no documentation of FBI, CBI clearance letters for Michael W. This is a direct violation of Stipulation K on the probationary license which states, "Licensee shall timely submit fingerprint-based background checks, Trails abuse/neglect background inquiry request, and complete out-of-state background check process for any new hire. Documentation of the background checks must be maintained in the staff file at all times."
Feb 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Loose Plastic Bags Must Be Stored in Areas Inaccessible to Children.2.229.G
One plastic grocery bag in an unlocked drawer of the teacher desk in the preschool room accessible to children and posing a potential hazard.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 4, 20231 Finding1 Important
- 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 2 staff files and observed no current documentation of Standard Precautions training for staff member Kaily P.
Sep 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Children Must Be Under the Direct Supervision at All Times of a Qualified Adult Who Has Been Assigned the Responsibility to Supervise7.702.62.A.1
Identified through documentation that Ch1 was left alone on the van by Staff Members #1 & #2 for approximately 10 minutes on 7/12/2023. Identified through documentation that Ch2 was left on the van for less than approximately 1 minute when Staff Member #2 shut the door on Ch2 while Ch2 still sitting in the van on 7/12/2023.
Jun 26, 20231 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.7.702.71.M
Four glass jars in the school age room accessible to children and posing a potential hazard.
✓ Corrected at visit
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