Talent Kids Academy
3410 PARKMOOR VILLAGE DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80917Childery 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
- 98
- 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 12 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). Of 12 total findings, 3 were critical.
See All 12 Inspection Visits
Feb 23, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
The diaper change mats in the Toddler 1 classroom and the Preschool classroom had tears in the vinyl covering.
Jan 29, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Governing Body Must Formulate the Purpose and Policies to Be Followed by the Center. It Must Have a Regular Planned Review of Such Purpose and Policies to Determine That The…2.205.B
During the walk-through in the Toddler 2 classroom, when asked how many children were in the classroom the teacher stated there were 6 children and there were only 5 children in the classroom. This is a direct violation of Stipulation (F) of the probationary license. Stipulation (F) states, "At all times, staff members shall know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. Facility Director shall be able to account for all children in care at the facility."
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- An Admission Record Must Be Completed for Each Child Prior to or at the Time of the Child's Admission. This Record Must Be Updated Annually and When Changes Occur. The Admission…2.209.A.7
One child's file reviewed had an expired authorization for emergency medical care.
Oct 20, 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
One employee did not have current standard precautions training.
Jul 29, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- 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
At the time of the visit observed 1 staff member (Mary) was alone with 14 children on the outdoor playground. Two of the children were preschool age and the remaining 12 were PreK age. The second staff member assigned to the group (Alondra) was not with the group and had gone inside.
Jul 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Written Policies and Procedures Must Be Developed, Implemented, and Followed, and Must Include at a Minimum the Following Information: The Procedure for Diapering, Toilet…2.206.B.22
Staff member in the Preschool classroom changed a child's diaper but did not wash the child's hands before sending child back to the group and also did not wash their own hands as required.
Jan 8, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- Criminal Background Check Requests Must Be Successfully Completed Prior to an Individual Caring for Children or Allowing the Individual Unsupervised Access to Children in Child…2.121.D.4.a
SM1 was left alone to supervise children at nap time but SM1 did not have all background checks completed - only one background check was completed.
Sep 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Indoor and Outdoor Equipment, Materials, and Furnishings Must Be Sturdy, Safe, and Free of Hazards.2.230.B
An open 6 lb half used can of mandarin oranges was observed sitting on a cart in the kitchen after staff had left the area. It was not covered or refrigerated. A box of Alka Seltzer tablets was present in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen.
Aug 20, 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
No verification of completed TRAILS background checks and results were available for Isabel B; Karrye H; Jazmine Q or Natalie M.
May 8, 20241 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
Per discussion with Director and staff confirmed that facility did not have an early childhood mental health consultant available as required.
Oct 19, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Buildings Must Be Kept in Good Repair and Maintained in a Safe Condition.7.702.91.B
Per discussion with Director and a visual inspection of the premises, confirmed that facility has had mice coming into the building. Facility is next to a large park.
Sep 25, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Criminal Background Check Requests Must Be Submitted and Successfully Completed Prior to an Individual Caring for Children or Allowing the Individual Unsupervised Access To…7.701.33.D.4.a
During inspection, reviewed 14 staff files. 1 staff (NHA Lee) file was missing the FBI background check letter.
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