Primrose School @ Candelas
9179 KENDRICK ST, ARVADA, CO 80007Childery 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
- Infants, Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 192
- 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 16 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). Of 17 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 16 Inspection Visits
Mar 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Over-the-counter Medication Must Be Kept in the Originally Labeled Container and Be Labeled with the Child's First and Last Name.2.220.D
In the Young Toddler room, 2 diaper creams not labeled with child's last name and in the Older Toddler room, 1 diaper cream not labeled with child's last name.
Sep 10, 20251 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
Facility to be missing a current fire inspection report.
May 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Staff Must Complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions Training Prior to Working with Children. This Training Must Be Renewed Annually and Will Be Counted Towards…2.213.B
Reviewed 2 staff files and identified Tayler M. with expired Standard Precautions training on 5/15/25, when the incident happened. Additionally identified David B. to be missing the required signature on the Standard Precautions certificate.
Apr 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days of Employment, All Employees Caring for Children, Not Required by Rule to Be Certified in First Aid and CPR, Must Complete the Department-approved…2.213.F
Reviewed 2 staff files and identified Stephanie O., to be missing CPR/First Aid Module no CPR/First Aid certificate.
Mar 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Staff at the Center Must Demonstrate Knowledgeable Decision-making, Judgment, and Concern for the Proper Care and Well-being of Children.2.212.A
Identified through staff statement that staff knew about Ch1's allergies and Ch1 was offered food containing the allergen.
Oct 17, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Variety of Material and Equipment From the Following Categories Must Be Available: Books and Pictures.2.229.R.3
only 2 books accessible to children in the Preschool 2 room.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Staff Members Must Submit to the Center a Medical Statement, Signed and Dated by a Physician or Other Health Care Provider, Verifying That They Are in Good Mental, Physical,…2.212.G
Reviewed 27 staff files and observed 1 staff member Abigail A. (DOH 8/19/24) to not have a health statement on file.
Aug 29, 20241 Finding1 Important
- If a Medication Is Out of Date or Left Over, the Parent(s)/guardian(s) Is Responsible for Picking Up the Medication. If the Parent(s)/guardian(s) Do Not Respond, the Center Must…2.220.J
An epipen in Prek 2 room to be expired (6/24).
Jul 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Diaper Change Areas Must: Have a Place Inaccessible to Children for Storing All Diaper Change Supplies and Disinfecting Solutions and Products;2.222.A.1.b
2 boxes containing diapers and wipes to be on the floor in the Early Preschool Room, accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Each Licensed Child Care Facility Shall Maintain Records as Required by the Department Pertaining to the Admission, Progress, Health, and Discharge of Children in Care at The…2.129.A.3
Facility shared confidential information regarding a child in care.
Apr 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
Loose cords from the air purifiers to the outlets in rooms Preschool 2 and EPS 2, posing a potential safety hazard.
✓ Corrected at visit
Feb 23, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- The Following Background Check Requests Must Be Submitted and Successfully Completed for Each State an Individual Has Resided In, in the Past Five Years, Prior to an Individual…2.121.J.1
Reviewed 22 staff files and observed Lacey L. and Shaniah H. to be missing out of state check letters.
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 2, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days of Employment, All Employees Caring for Children, Not Required by Rule to Be Certified in First Aid and CPR, Must Complete the Department-approved…7.702.42.F
Reviewed 17 staff files, two files (Ashlee W. and Emily M.) are lacking the department-approved introduction to First Aid and CPR module or current CPR/First Aid training. Ashlee was hired on 5/9/2023, and Emily was hired on 8/1/2023. This is a direct violation of stipulation "J" on the probationary license.
- 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
CH1 was left unsupervised inside the classroom during fire drill. This is a direct violation of stipulation "C" on the probationary license.
Sep 25, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Closets, Attics, Basements, Cellars, and Furnace Rooms Must Be Kept Free From Accumulation of Extraneous Materials Such as Furnishings, Newspapers, and Magazines.7.702.91.J
At the time of the visit observed a child's cot in front of the exit door in the PreK1 classroom. The child's cot was blocking the exit door of the room and can pose a safety hazard.
Aug 28, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.7.702.71.C
At the time of the visit observed 2 sunscreen bottles and a container of diaper rash cream accessible to children on the plastic drawers in the girls' bathroom in the Preschool 1 classroom. All items were labeled "keep out of reach of children".
Jun 15, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Time a Child Arrives and Leaves the Center Each Day Must Be Recorded. Staff Members Must Complete Written Attendance Verification Periodically Throughout the Day, Including…7.702.62.A.2
Identified through staff members' statements that the name-to-face attendance procedure wasn't followed appropriately at the time of the incident. Also, at the time of the visit, 13 children were signed in on the attendance form while only 12 children were cared for in the PreK2 classroom.
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