Three Bears Learning Center #1 Inc
1461 S DAYTON ST, DENVER, CO 80247Childery 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.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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Colorado Shines rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- 148
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2) and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 3, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Buildings Must Be Kept in Good Repair and Maintained in a Safe Condition.2.237.B
At the time of visit observed peeling paint on the wall by the circle time area in the Panda2 classroom. Also, oberved the the broken wooden cabinet in the Panda2 classroom near the circle time area.
Jun 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Centers Must Comply with the Locally Adopted Fire Code, Including but Not Limited to the Following: In Every Building or Structure, Exits Must Be Arranged and Maintained So as To…2.238.C
At the time of the visit observed children sleeping in front of the exit doors during nap time in the Teddy's Classroom, Pooh 1 Classroom and the Pooh 2 Classroom.
Feb 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Time a Child Arrives and Leaves the Center Each Day Must Be Recorded. Staff Members Must N_a_m_e _: T_H_RE_E_ B_E_AR_S_ L_E_AR_N_IN_G_ C_E_NT_E_R _#1_ I_NC_____Lic_e_ns_e…2.223.A.2
At the time of the visit there were 7 children signed in on the attendance form while only six children were cared for in the Pooh 1 classroom. This is a direct violation to stipulation (D).
Jan 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- In Rooms Used by Children, All Electrical Outlets That Are Accessible to Children Must Have Protective Covers, or Safety Outlets Must Be Installed.2.237.H
At the time of the visit in the school age room there was a power strip that had 4 outlets that were not covered
✓ Corrected at visit
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