Westridge Preschool
9650 S FOOTHILLS CANYON BLVD, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129Childery 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, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- 89
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:5 10 Preschool 1:12 24
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 5, 20261 Finding1 Critical
- Staff to Child Ratios by Ages of Children and Number of Staff- 6 Weeks to 18 Months (infants):1 Staff Member to 5 Infants; 12 Months to 36 Months: 1 Staff Member to 5 Toddlers; 24…2.217.A.14
Identified through staff statement that SM1 walked CH1 into the classroom at the time of the incident, leaving SM2 alone with 9 children between the ages of 2 years and 3 years of age for a 15-20seconds. Also at the time of inspection, SM3 was in the hallway near the furthest bathroom from the Elks Classroom to allow one child to use the bathroom. SM4 was alone in the classroom with 23 children for 5-10 seconds.
Feb 24, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Items Labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” Must Be Inaccessible to Children.2.229.C
At the time of inspection, the specialist observed hand soap on a low sink in the preschool classroom labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children.
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Staff at the Center Must Demonstrate Knowledgeable Decision-making, Judgment, and Concern for the Proper Care and Well-being of Children.2.212.A
Confirmed through staff statements and camera footage that SM1 picked up CH1 by one arm when there was an altercation between two children.
Dec 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Toys, Toy Parts, Furnishings, Equipment, and Any Materials Accessible to Children Under Than Three (3) Years of Age Must Not Be a Choke Hazard or Able to Be Inhaled. Any Area Of…2.229.L
In the Toddler Classroom the specialist observed pom poms and other small art piece on the table and wall of the classroom causing a potential choking hazard to children under the age of three. The specialist also observed art work with pom poms in the hallway of the program.
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 28, 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 4 staff files and observed Tammi to be missing a current Standard Precautions training.
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