Pioneer Preschool
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.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. 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, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 56
- 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 9 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (2), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 9 Inspection Visits
Dec 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Emergency Drills, Lockdown and Active Shooter on Premises Drills Must Be Held at Least Quarterly but Often Enough So That All Occupants Are Familiar with the Drill Procedure And…2.138.A
The program was unable to locate all of their drill logs from the last twelve (12) months. The drill log observed was missing Fire drills from January 2024-May 2024. Tornado drills from March 2024-May 2024 and August 2024-October 2024. As well as one lockdown drill. N_a_m_e _: P_IO_N_E_ER_ P_R_E_SC_H_O_O_L ______________Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 9_8_90________ ________________________________________________
Nov 13, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Changes to a License Requiring Written Notification to the Department Prior to Department Approval - Changes in the Physical Facility or Use of Rooms for Child Care at a Facility.2.124.A.3.b
The school district gym, which is not a licensed space was being used as a multi-purpose gross motor space due to weather restrictions not allowing them outside.
Sep 19, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Any Materials Accessible to Children Under Than Three (3) Years of Age Must Not Be a Choke Hazard or Able to Be Inhaled. Any Area Of…2.229.L
A small black hair clip was accessible to children in a cubby in the Toddler room. This is a direct violation of stipulation K of the probationary license. "Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside."
✓ Corrected at visit
Aug 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Two packages of wipes labeled keep out of reach of children were accessible on a low shelf in the classroom bathroom. This is a direct violation of stipulation K: Hazardous items, including items labeled "keep out of reach of children," must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outdoors.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Prior to the Original License Being Issued, Following the Renovation of the Facility That Would Affect the Licensing of the Facility and at Least Every Two (2) Years Thereafter,…2.122.A
The fire inspection on file expired 6/15/2024.
Jun 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- When Away From the Classroom, Staff Assigned to Supervise the Child Must Carry the Emergency Medication.2.220.G.2
An emergency medication required for a child in the preschool room was located inside the classroom in a cabinet while the class was playing outside for water play.
May 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Centers Must Comply with the Locally Adopted Fire Code, Including but Not Limited to the Following: In Every Building or Structure, Exits Must Be Arranged and Maintained So as To…2.238.C
An infant seat and laundry basket were blocking the emergency exit in the infant room where the evacuation crib would need to go through in case of an emergency.
May 1, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Admission, the Parent(s)/guardian(s) Must Provide for Each Child Entering the Center: Documentation of School-required Immunization Status or Certificate of Medical…2.219.B.1
One (1) out of six (6) child files did not have an immunization record in their file.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 16, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The Trails Child Abuse or Neglect Records Request Must Be Made on the State-prescribed Form, Accompanied by the Required Fee Within the Following Required Time Frames: Child Care…2.120.C.1.a
Desiree P. was unable to locate her TRAILS clearance letter.
- Pursuant to Section 19-3-304, C.R.S., Any Caregiver or Staff Member in a Child Care Facility Who Has Reasonable Cause to Know or Suspect That a Child Has Been Subjected to Abuse…2.126.B
SM2 witnessed a reportable incident occur and did not immediately report it to the county department of human services. Desiree P. the director indicated the incident occurred on 10/2/2023 but did not report it until 10/4/2023, as this was their first time dealing with a situation like this and was unsure of the reporting procedures.