The Nest Preschool
451 BAUER AVENUE, MANCOS, CO 81328Childery 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
- Toddlers
- Licensed capacity
- 28
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:5 10
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 4 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jul 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Prior to the Original License Being Issued, Following the Renovation of the Facility That Would Affect the Licensing of the Facility and at Least Every Two (2) Years Thereafter,…2.122.A
Previously cited 08/28/2024. No evidence of an approving inspection report from the local fire department within the last two years. Most recent fire inspection available for review dated 11/18/2021 at the time of inspection.
Aug 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Sharp Tools and Instruments Must Be Stored in Areas Inaccessible to Children.2.229.H
Previously cited 10/18/2022. Observed razor knife in right drawer of lower cabinet in preschool room unlocked and accessible to children. Observed adult size scissors in left drawer of lower cabinet in toddler room unlocked and accessible to children. Observed large metal rake on preschool playground against building accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 11, 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
Observed through staff interview no consultation with appropriate specialists occurred prior to ch1 expulsion.
✓ Corrected at visit
Sep 27, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Requests for a Criminal Record Check, Other Than Those Required per Section 7.701.33.D.4.a,b Must Be Submitted to the CBI Within Five (5) Working Days of the Day That The…7.701.33.D.4
In the following staff file (AB, working in Preschool Classroom at time of inspection) no evidence of CBI Clearance Letter; no evidence of FBI Clearance Letter.
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