Thrive Englewood
3165 S WASHINGTON ST, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113Childery Rating: 4/5
Data last updated ·
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, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 147
- 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 10 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (3), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 10 Inspection Visits
Jan 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Staff Must Complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions Training Prior to Working with N_a_m_e _: T_h_riv_e _En_gl_ew_o_od__________________Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _:…2.213.B
At the time of visit, reviewed 27 files. Observed 1 file to have an expired Department approved standard precautions training.
Jan 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Sleep/rest Equipment Must Be Safe, Sturdy, and Free From Hazards Including, but Not Limited to Broken or Loose Slats, Torn Mattress, Chipping Paint or Loose Screws.2.223.C.5
At the time of visit, observed in the Harvard Gulch Classroom a removable rope shelf hanging over a crib with a stuffed animal and timer on the shelf.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- For Every Five (5) Infants for Which the Center Is Licensed, There Must Be at Least One (1) Piece of Sturdy Mobile Equipment That Is Easily Accessible to Safely and Effectively…2.229.I
At the time of visit, in the Harbor Gulch infant room, licensed for 10 infants, there is only 1 emergency evacuation crib.
Sep 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Buildings Must Be Kept in Good Repair and Maintained in a Safe Condition.2.237.B
At the time of visit in the Grays and Torreys classroom, there are holes in the wall on the left by the cozy area.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- 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
Confirmed through staff statements and video footage, a child was left in the bathroom unsupervised for aproximately 3 minutes.
Feb 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- When Supplied for an Individual Child, the Sunscreen Must Be Labeled with the Child's First and Last Name.2.221.C
At the time of visit, in the Chautauqua classroom, sunscreen bottles were not labeled with first and last names.
Mar 13, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days of Admission, and Within Thirty (30) Calendar Days Following the Expiration Date of a Previous Health Statement, the Parent(s)/guardian(s) of Each…2.219.B.2
Reviewed 12 child files. 3 files missing current child health statement.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 5, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Older Infants Must Be Provided with Suitable Solid Foods That Encourage Freedom in Self-feeding and Must Be Fed in Safe Chairs Such as Highchairs or Baby-feeding Tables7.702.63.B.3
At the time of visit, in the Bates Logan infant classroom, an infant over 6 months old was lying on a boppy pillow to drink a bottle.
✓ Corrected at visit
Nov 6, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Staff at the Center Must Demonstrate Knowledgeable Decision-making, Judgment, and Concern for the Proper Care and Well-being of Children.7.702.41.A
Identified that the providers completed infant safe sleep training on 9/11/2023 and 10/23/2023, and two children in their care were found in an unsafe sleep environment.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 3, 20231 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.7.702.72.C.1.a
At the time of visit, measured the depth of the resilient surface at the base of the play structure where the injury occurred to be only 4 inches of pea gravel. In addition, the pea gravel in the use zone around the play structures on the other playgrounds measured 2-3 inches deep.
✓ Corrected at visit
Explore More
Daycares Near This One
- Englewood Early Childhood EducationEnglewood · 4/5 Childery Rating
- Liliana Gonzalez de MazzeoEnglewood · 3/5 Childery Rating
- Mary WalkerEnglewood · 2/5 Childery Rating
- Stepping Stones Academy & Family CenterEnglewood · 2/5 Childery Rating
- KCE Champions LLC @ BishopEnglewood · 4/5 Childery Rating
- Our Lady of Lourdes South Montessori PRSEnglewood · 2/5 Childery Rating