Rocky Mountain Preschool of Willow Creek
8100 S QUEBEC ST. #B5, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- 144
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (4), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2). Of 16 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 16 Inspection Visits
Apr 10, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
At the time of the visit observed weeds in toddler, preschool playgrounds and along the sidewalk areas. A wheel barrel was observed next to the shed. All items can pose a safety hazard for the children.
Feb 17, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Buildings Must Be Kept in Good Repair and Maintained in a Safe Condition.2.237.B
At the time of the visit observed peeling paint on the wall in the Dramatic area and the cozy corner area in the Todpoles classroom and in the reading area in the Bumblebee classroom. Also observed the orange leather sofa to be torn and the inside material is exposed to children in the Bubmlebee classroom.
Jan 14, 20261 Finding1 Important
- One (1) Diaper Change Area Is Required in Every Infant and Toddler Classroom.2.222.A.3
At the time of the visit, the Dragonflies classroom is missing a diaper changing area.
Nov 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Children Being Diapered Must Be Within Arm’s Reach of the Staff Member and Actively Supervised Throughout the Diapering Process.2.222.A.2
At the time of the visit, in the Ladybugs classroom a staff member, while changing a child, turned around to reach to the diapers shelf leaving the child on the changing table not actively supervised,
Jun 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Staff Must Investigate Whenever Children Cry, Scream, or Appear to Withdraw and Must Try to Verbally or Physically Soothe the Child. When Putting Infants to Sleep, Staff May Allow…2.223.B.3
It was identified that SM1 would leave children crying in the cribs for more than 15 minutes without soothing them verbally or physically.
May 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Toddlers Must Be Sitting When Eating or Drinking.2.224.C.2
At the time of the visit, observed 2 children in the Ladybugs classroom (a Toddler classroom) to be drinking from sippy cups while walking around the classroom.
May 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
At the time of the visit observed a broken plastic yellow shovel and a plastic yellow container in the Infant/ Toddler playground. Also, observed 2 cracks on the brown bench in the Preschool playground. The fabric on the ground was exposed and can be a tripping hazard for children in the Preschool playground. In the Butterflies classroom, observed several chairs to be stacked on each other posing a potential safety hazard for children.
Mar 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- If Music Is Played in the Infant Sleep Area, the Music Must Not Be Played at a Loud Volume That Would Prevent Infants From Being Heard by Staff. Music Equipment Must Not Be Placed…2.223.C.17
At the time of the visit observed a sound machine was placed within 2 feet of a sleeping infant in the Caterpillar's classroom.
Feb 18, 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 Tadpoles classroom, the teacher stated they had nine (9) children, however, ten (10) children were in attendance. This is a direct violation of stipulation (E) on the probationary license. Stipulation (E) states, "At all times, staff members shall know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. The Facility Director shall be able to account for all children in care at the facility."
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Meals and Snacks Provided by the Center Must Meet Current United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Meal Pattern Guidance And…2.224.A.1
Observed the classrooms eating breakfast. The children were eating Cheerios and milk, however, the meal was lacking a fruit or vegetable.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 12, 20241 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 Hoppy Frogs classroom, the teacher stated there were 11 children, however, 13 children were in attendance.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 8, 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
Observed Jenna V. working alone in the Caterpillars classroom with seven (7) infants, ages 6 weeks to 18 months for approximately 10-20 minutes.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 16, 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
In the Bumblebees classroom on the ledge between the bathroom door and the sinks, diaper supplies were accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 2, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- 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
Identified through staff statements, a child was unattended on the playground for 45 minutes.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Climbing Equipment Eighteen (18) Inches or Higher Must Have Resilient Surfacing of at Least Six (6) Inches in the Use Zone Surrounding the Equipment.2.230.C.1.a
On the preschool playground, equipment exceeding eighteen (18) inches did not have a resilent surface of six (6) inches or more.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Staff Working with Infants Less Than Twelve (12) Months Old Must Complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep Training Prior to Working with Infants Less Than Twelve (12) Months Old.…7.702.42.C
Reviewed 12 files, identified Cassie H. with an expired infant safe sleep training. Training had a date of 5/27/2022
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