Primrose School of Bear Creek
3395 S KIPLING PKWY, LAKEWOOD, CO 80227Childery 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
- 156
- 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 10 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). Of 11 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 10 Inspection Visits
Aug 25, 20251 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
In room 10, one of the drawers to be unlocked, containing pull-ups.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 5, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Written Policies and Procedures Must Be Developed, Implemented, and Followed, and Must Include at a Minimum the Following Information: The Center’s Procedure on Positive…2.206.B.8
Reviewed the facility handbook and Ch1's file with observation reports, identified the facility is not following their own policy regarding observation reports and supporting positive behaviors along with challenging behaviors.
- For Every Thirty (30) or Fewer Children in Attendance, There Must Be at Least One (1) Staff Member on Duty Who Holds a Current Department-approved First Aid and Safety…2.213.E
Reviewed 2 staff files, identified both staff members to have the introduction to cpr and first aid only. Both staff members tended to Ch2.
Mar 31, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Written Policies and Procedures Must Be Developed, Implemented, and Followed, and Must Include at a Minimum the Following Information: How Decisions Are Made and What Steps…2.206.B.9.a
Reviewed the facility policy handbook, identified the policy for steps taken prior to suspension and expulsion is missing, along with the consult with an early childhood mental health consultant.
Mar 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Health Statements for Children Over Two (2) Years of Age to Seven (7) Years of Age Must Be Updated in Accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations For…2.219.B.4
Reviewed 13 children files, identified Ch9 to have an expired health appraisal.
Feb 3, 20251 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…2.223.A.2
In the infant room 7 children were logged in and 8 in attendance, in the young toddler room, 7 children were logged in with 6 in attendance, in the EPS room, 11 children were logged in and 10 in attendance, in the preschool room, 13 children were logged in and 12 in attendance and in the PK room, 18 children logged in with 12 in attendance. This is a direct violation per stipulation F.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Children Must Be Under the Direct Supervision at All Times of a Qualified Adult Who Has Been Assigned the Responsibility to Supervise2.223.A.1
Licensing Specialist observed a child alone in the PK classroom for an undetermined amount of time. This is a direct violation of stipulation D.
Oct 2, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Staff to Child Ratios by Ages of Children and Number of Staff- 6 Weeks to 18 Months (infants):1 Staff Member to 5 Infants; 12 Months to 36 Months: 1 Staff Member to 5 Toddlers; 24…2.217.A.14
Brianna left the infant room to open the front door for the Licensing Specialist, leaving Kate in the room alone with 8 infants for approximately 30 seconds.
Sep 16, 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, identified Lourie O. to be missing the out of state background clearance letter.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 23, 20241 Finding1 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.1
In young toddler classroom, observed staff member Tish A. (DOH 7/22/24) in the room with children, Tish does not have CBI, FBI or TRAILS clearance letters.
Nov 6, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Outdoor Play Areas Used for Children’s Activities Must Be Checked Daily and Kept Safe and Free From Hazardous Materials or Debris by Removal of Debris, Dilapidated Structures,…7.702.72.C.8
On the preschool play area, identified a grate protruding from the turf about 2 inches, weed mat was protruding from area by tire swing, on toddler playground weed mat was protruding from an area between structure and swings, these would be a possible tripping hazard.
✓ Corrected at visit
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