St. Columba Montessori Preschool
1840 E 2ND AVE, DURANGO, CO 81301Childery 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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 84
- 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 6 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (1), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
Jan 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
Observed silver cleaner spray marked "keep out of reach of children" on a low shelf accessible to children in the entryway "atrium" at the time of inspection.
Jan 7, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Sharp Tools and Instruments Must Be Stored in Areas Inaccessible to Children.2.229.H
Observed adult scissors on shelves accessible to children in room 1; observed adult scissors in drawer accessible to children in room 3 at the time of inspection.
Feb 10, 20251 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
At the time of inspection the resilient surfacing surrounding the large beige climbing structure, beige slides, and swingset measured one (1) to four (4) inches of shredded rubber in the use zone of the equiptment.
Jan 31, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- Each Owner and Employee Sixteen (16) Years of Age or Older of a Facility or Agency Shall Complete the Fingerprint Process at an Approved Vendor. Payment of the Fee for The…2.121.D
Identified through file review no evidence of CBI clearance letter for Director SH, or staff members BV and AC at the time of inspection. Identified through file review no evidence of FBI or CBI clearance letters for staff members JA, AS and LD.
Feb 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Staff Must Not Use Marijuana and Marijuana Infused Products, Tobacco Products of Any Kind, or Alcohol in the Presence of Children. To Prevent Exposure to Secondhand Smoke, Child…2.212.D
Observed cans of beer and one bottle of wine in unlocked refrigerator in Primary 4 Classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
Aug 31, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Center Must Maintain and Update Annually and Upon Changes, a Record on Each Child That Includes: A Copy of the Child’s Health Statement Completed by a Health Care Provider.7.702.34.B.4
In 1 of 2 child files reviewed, no evidence of up-to-date health statement.
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