Thrive Golden Ltd.
17602 W 14TH AVE, GOLDEN, CO 80401Childery 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
- 67
- 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 11 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). Of 11 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 11 Inspection Visits
Feb 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
One gallon sized can of paint and primer, accessible to children, in an unlocked lower cabinet below the sink in the Lookout Mountain classroom. This is a violation of stipulation L of the settlement agreement.
✓ Corrected at visit
Oct 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Time a Child Arrives and Leaves the Center Each Day Must Be Recorded. Staff Members Must Complete Written Attendance Verification Periodically Throughout the Day, Including…2.223.A.2
Obtain information through staff statements that staff did not complete written attendance verification during transition from the classroom to the shelter space during a lock down drill. This is a direct violation of stipulation E on the Settlement Agreement.
Apr 29, 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
Via video footage and through staff statements that a child was left unsupervised for 16 seconds. The child left the Fossil Trace classroom and walked down the hallway before being intercepted by a staff member.
Mar 31, 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
Reviewed 2 staff files and observed Makayla G. to have a expired Standard Precautions training.
Jan 7, 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
The center to have a non-compliant health inspection.
Sep 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Variety of Play Equipment and Materials Appropriate for Children's Age, Size, Developmental Needs, and Activities Must Be Provided for Both Indoor and Outdoor Structured And…2.230.A
A Melissa and Doug puzzle in the Fossil Trace classroom with a manufacturer label noting ages 3 and up. The Fossil Trace classroom had children under the age of 3 present at the time of inspection.
✓ Corrected at visit
May 15, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- 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
Through staff statements that children were unsupervised in the restroom at the time of incidence.
Feb 14, 20241 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
Center to be lacking a current compliant fire inspection.
Jan 22, 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
One lower electrical outlet to be missing an outlet cover in the Lookout Mountain classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
Aug 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
- All Outdoor Play Areas Used for Children’s Activities Must Be Checked Daily and Kept Safe and Free From Hazardous Materials or Debris by Removal of Debris, Dilapidated Structures,…7.702.72.C.8
A broken, plastic, gray and blue toy truck with a sharp edge posing a safety hazard on the preschool playground.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jul 27, 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
Resilient surfacing under 4 swings on the preschool playground to be lacking 6 inches of resilient surfacing. Resilient surfacing measured 2-4 inches under each swing.
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