Vaughn Elementary Preschool
1155 VAUGHN ST, AURORA, CO 80011Childery 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.3 / 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
- Preschool
- Age groups served
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 20
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:12 24
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (2), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). Of 5 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Dec 16, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
At the time of the visit there was a cabinet under the sink unlocked with Lysol wipes, and cleaning supplies accessible to children. This is a stipulation M on the providers probationary license
Aug 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- During the Hours of Operation, the Facility’s Most Recent Licensing, Fire Department, and Health N_a_m_e _: V_A_UG_H_N_ E_L_EM_E_N_TA_R_Y_ P_RE_S_C_HO_O_L_______Lic_e_ns_e…2.130.B
Reviewed the facility Fire inspection, and Health Inspection dates. Facility did not have the current fire inspection on file at the center.
Apr 12, 20241 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
The interview with staff member 1. Identified that staff member 1 and staff member 2 did leave CH1 outside unsupervised on the playground for 10 to 15 minutes
Nov 21, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Within Twenty-four (24) Hours, Excluding Weekends and Holidays, of the Occurrence of a Critical Incident at the Facility or Within Twenty-four (24) Hours of a Child’s Return To…2.124.A.1.d
Identified the facility failed to report an incident to the specialist as required by statute and licensing regulations within the required timeframes.
Sep 20, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.7.702.71.C
At the time of visit on the cupboard there was a cup with 3 sharpies labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children
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