Our Savior Lutheran Preschool
56 MEADOWS DR, PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 81147Childery 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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 38
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2) and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Within Ninety (90) Calendar Days of Employment, All Directors and Assistant Directors Must Complete the Department-approved Training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health…2.213.J
No evidence of Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant for staff member identified as Assistant Director in one (1) of three (3) staff files reviewed at the time of inspection.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Observed water heater cabinet in small kitchen with flammable items ( Masking Tape, First Aide Kit, Wooden Picture Frames) stored next to water heater. Observed a custodian / water heater closet in gymnasium unlocked and accessible to children at time of inspection.
Nov 30, 20231 Finding1 Important
- At Least One (1) Staff Member with the Current Department-approved Medication Administration Training and Delegation Must Be on Duty at All Times.7.702.46.A.9
In three (3) staff files reviewed (EM, ML, MS) no evidence of up-to-date annual written delegation from Child Care Health Consultant (PZ).
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