Purple Moon Early Learning Center
650 KENNEDY DRIVE, NORTHGLENN, CO 80234Childery 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
- Infants, Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 77
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3) and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jan 30, 20261 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 16 staff files. One staff not required to be certified in First Aid and CPR missing documentation of the Introduction to First Aid and CPR Module.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 1, 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 found one to have an expired Department approved Standard Precautions training.
Mar 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Every Five (5) Years, All Child Abuse and Neglect Inquiry Background Checks Must Be Renewed by Resubmitting an Inquiry Form and Current Fee to the Department for Processing. An…2.120.I
Reviewed 16 staff files and found Marnie K to have an expired TRAILS clearance letter.
Jul 23, 20241 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
Staff lifted Child 1 from a sitting position by the arms causing an injury to child 1.
Feb 26, 20241 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,…2.230.C.8
Observed on the preschool playground a child size wooden picnic table with a missing table slat and an exposed screw protruding approximately 1 inch from the table.
✓ Corrected at visit
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