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Montessori School of Castle Rock

A child care center in Castle Rock, Colorado 80104

15 S Gilbert St, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104.

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The short answer

Record last released by Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Nov 2, 2026.

The last 24 months 20 citations in 6 months of the last 46. Last cited Jun 2026. Every month

Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.

What these words mean5
Inspection (survey)
A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
Deficiency, citation, violation
What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
Quality rating
Many states rate child care in a quality rating system that goes past the licensing rules, such as Texas Rising Star or Kentucky All STARS. Taking part is often voluntary, so a program with no rating hasn’t been rated low. Source: Each state’s quality rating system.
Licence status
Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
Capacity
The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.

What did inspectors find?

CDEC’s file lists 12 inspections, investigations and complaints from Jan 1, 2023 to Oct 27, 2026, the latest on Sep 23, 2026 (Capacity/Age/Exhibit).

20 citations in all, 1 of them from complaints and Stage II investigations.

Where Colorado posts its reports: Colorado Shines.

Source:

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Data request 2026-967, delivered Oct 28, 2026 and each month since: licensing inspections, complaints and Stage II investigations from Jan 1, 2023. Released Oct 28, 2026. CDEC sends the previous month’s records in the first week of each month; a person saves each file and loads it.

When those citations happened

20 citations in 6 months of the last 46. Last cited Jun 2026. The last 4 years, to Nov 5, 2026.

20 citations by month over the last 4 years. Each cell is one month.
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No visit on record Visited, nothing cited A stronger orange is more serious, on its source’s own levels, read onto four bands: from the least serious it publishes to the most
Source:

Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.

Each citation, in its source’s words

Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.

Source:

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Data request 2026-967, delivered Oct 28, 2026 and each month since: licensing inspections, complaints and Stage II investigations from Jan 1, 2023. Released Oct 28, 2026. CDEC sends the previous month’s records in the first week of each month; a person saves each file and loads it.

Jun 26, 2026: capacity/Age/Exhibit (case 275405)1 citation
  • In a combination sleep/activity rooms, the sleep area must be separated by a sturdy divider from the area used for activities, and cribs must be arranged so that all infants and cribs are easily accessible to staff members.

    Rule 2.231.A.6.a. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 10, 2026.

Jan 27, 2026: injury (case 268698)1 citation
  • Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

    Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 27, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2026.

Aug 5, 2025: supervisory (case 237530)1 citation
  • 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.

    Rule 2.230.C.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 5, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 8, 2025.

Jan 3, 2025: injury (case 250293)1 citation
  • 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 child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

    Rule 2.219.B.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 13, 2025.

Aug 13, 2024: supervisory (case 209407)2 citations
  • An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

    Rule 2.209.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 20, 2024.

  • 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 child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

    Rule 2.219.B.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 20, 2024.

Sep 12, 2023: supervisory (case 190823)13 citations
  • Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly, but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

    Rule 7.701.100.F.2.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • The confidentiality of all staff and children’s records must be maintained. See Section 7.701.6 of the General Rules for Child Care Facilities.

    Rule 7.702.36.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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 child must submit a statement of the child?s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child?s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

    Rule 7.702.51.A.2.b. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • In the case medication needs to be given on an ongoing, long-term basis, the authorization and consent forms must be reauthorized on an at least annual basis. Any changes in the original medication authorization require a new written order by the prescribing practitioner and a change in the prescription label.

    Rule 7.702.51.B.5. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • A fitted sheet and a blanket, or suitable covering, must be provided for each child to be used only by that child.

    Rule 7.702.62.D.4.c. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • If preschool-age children are in care for longer than five (5) hours, the center must provide at least a thirty (30) minute rest period meeting the following: A firm cot or two (2) inch mat with a sheet and blanket, or other suitable covering, must be provided for each child.

    Rule 7.702.62.D.5.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.

    Rule 7.702.62.D.5.a.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

    Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

    Rule 7.702.71.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • 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 free play.

    Rule 7.702.72.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

    Rule 7.702.72.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • 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.

    Rule 7.702.72.C.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

  • If the office space is accessible to children, it must be free of hazards.

    Rule 7.702.84.A.1. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 27, 2023.

Sep 12, 2023: complaints (case 208842)1 citation
  • All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

    Rule 7.702.42.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 20, 2023.

All 12 visits on record
Visits on record
DateVisitWhat the record says
Sep 23, 2026Capacity/Age/Exhibit (case 279887)No citations; cleared Sep 23, 2026.
Aug 18, 2026Capacity/Age/Exhibit (case 278036)No citations; cleared Aug 18, 2026.
Jun 26, 2026Supervisory (case 260949)No citations; cleared Jun 30, 2026.
Jun 26, 2026Capacity/Age/Exhibit (case 275405)1 citation; cleared Aug 10, 2026.
Jan 27, 2026Injury (case 268698)1 citation; cleared Feb 2, 2026.
Aug 5, 2025Supervisory (case 237530)1 citation; cleared Aug 8, 2025.
Jan 3, 2025Injury (case 250293)1 citation; cleared Jan 13, 2025.
Aug 13, 2024Supervisory (case 209407)2 citations; cleared Sep 20, 2024.
Sep 12, 2023Supervisory (case 190823)13 citations; cleared Nov 27, 2023.
Sep 12, 2023Injury (case 208025)No citations; cleared Sep 13, 2023.
Sep 12, 2023Complaints (case 208842)Outcome, in CDEC’s words: Founded; 1 citation; cleared Sep 20, 2023.
Jun 1, 2023Capacity/Age/Exhibit (case 202590)No citations; cleared Jun 1, 2023.

Is it licensed?

  • Colorado’s service type: Child Care Center; licensed by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
  • Licensed for 90 children: 10 infants, 18 toddlers, 62 preschool and school-age children.
  • Colorado’s licence number: 1743916.
Source:

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Colorado Licensed Child Care Facilities Report. Released Nov 2, 2026. Updated monthly.

What did complaints and investigations find?

  • CDEC’s file lists 1 complaint or Stage II investigation from Jan 1, 2023 to Oct 27, 2026. Outcomes, in CDEC’s words: Founded (1).
  • Neither CDEC’s roster nor its file of inspections lists enforcement actions, such as fines or the revocation of a licence.
Source:

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Data request 2026-967, delivered Oct 28, 2026 and each month since: licensing inspections, complaints and Stage II investigations from Jan 1, 2023. Released Oct 28, 2026. CDEC sends the previous month’s records in the first week of each month; a person saves each file and loads it.

Complaints and Stage II investigations, newest first
ReceivedCase and outcome, in CDEC’s wordsIn CDEC’s file
Sep 5, 2023Complaints: FoundedReceived Sep 5, 2023; CDEC contacted the provider Sep 12, 2023; 1 citation; cleared Sep 20, 2023; case 208842.

Who does the caring?

  • Colorado doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual programs in this dataset.

Who owns it?

  • Colorado’s dataset lists its governing body as Ace Investment LLC.
Source:

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Colorado Licensed Child Care Facilities Report. Released Nov 2, 2026. Updated monthly.

How is it rated?

  • Colorado Shines: Level 2 of five, as Colorado rates it (awarded Sep 12, 2024, valid until Sep 12, 2027).
Source:

Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Colorado Licensed Child Care Facilities Report. Released Nov 2, 2026. Updated monthly.

How does it compare nearby?

  • Programs aren’t compared with each other here: CDEC’s file doesn’t grade its citations by how serious they are.
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Place
Montessori School of Castle Rock This child care providerNot given

What the record doesn’t say

  • Inspections, investigations and complaints are from the file CDEC sent for a data request, from Jan 1, 2023, and the file it sends each month since. CDEC says its file may miss a program licensed during that time that is no longer licensed, and that its records may change as they are updated or finalized.
  • CDEC’s file gives each rule cited, its category, and the days set to correct it and to clear the case, but not what the inspector wrote: Colorado Shines has each monitoring report. CDEC doesn’t grade citations by how serious they are.
  • This page is built from the dataset of licensed child care facilities CDEC publishes monthly on data.colorado.gov, so a program licensed or closed since may be missing or still shown. It leaves out 24-hour licence types and care that is exempt from licensing.
  • Colorado’s roster carries no enforcement actions, hours or staffing levels.

Sources

  • Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Colorado Licensed Child Care Facilities Report (data.colorado.gov, a9rr-k8mu).

    Released Nov 2, 2026 and checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated monthly. Open Data Commons Public Domain Dedication and License (PDDL). data.colorado.gov’s terms ask for this disclaimer: “The data made available here has been modified for use from its original source, which is the State of Colorado. THE STATE OF COLORADO MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTY AS TO THE COMPLETENESS, ACCURACY, TIMELINESS, OR CONTENT OF ANY DATA MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH THIS SITE. THE STATE OF COLORADO EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The data is subject to change as modifications and updates are complete. It is understood that the information contained in the Web feed is being used at one’s own risk.” Facts are extracted; monitoring reports are not republished.

  • Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC), Data request 2026-967, delivered Oct 28, 2026 and each month since: licensing inspections, complaints and Stage II investigations from Jan 1, 2023.

    Released Oct 28, 2026 and checked Oct 29, 2026. CDEC sends the previous month’s records in the first week of each month; a person saves each file and loads it. No licence stated: CDEC sent this file for a data request that said it would be shown on a free public website. Its disclaimer says the data “is now subject to open records law”. Shown free, never sold.

If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC). Colorado’s own record is on coloradoshines.com. If Hearth Record copied something wrongly, it will fix it and log the correction publicly, with its date: how corrections work.

Source:

This copy of the record was made on Nov 5, 2026.

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Not fully inspected in over two years (CMS flag)

11 health citations at the latest inspection cycle

The state average is 14.3.

Source:

CMS, State and US Averages and Health Deficiencies. Released Oct 28, 2026. Updated monthly.

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