Orchard Valley Learning Center
15100 E ORCHARD RD, AURORA, CO 80016Childery 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
- Infants, Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 242
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Nov 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Evacuation Equipment Must: Be Labeled for Easy Identification;2.229.K.2
At the time of visit, observed in the Sleeping Bears classroom no cribs labeled as emergency or evacuation cribs.
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
At the time of visit, in the Kings Canyon classroom, the rug in the block area was fraying, and a shelf of the dramatic play kitchen has chipped and peeling finish.
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 3, 20232 Findings1 Critical1 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 staff statements, a child was unsupervised in a classroom for approximately 2 minutes.
- 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
At the time of the incident, the teacher left six children unsupervised for approximately two (2) minutes.
Sep 8, 20231 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.7.702.72.C.1.a
At the time of incident, the depth of the resilient surface in the use zone around the playground structure measured four (4) inches deep. The platforms of the playground structure measured at thirty (30) inches high.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Staples Must Be Inaccessible to Children Less Than Three (3) Years of Age.7.702.71.D
Observed in the Mesa Verde room a stapler was in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
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