Rocky Mountain Preschool of Dove Valley

Center · Parker · 15390 Canyon Rim Dr

What kind of place is this?

Size 188 children licensed Larger than the middle half of Denver programs, where the middle half licenses 12–85. Measured across 1736 Denver programs, 2026-07-29.
Established 2008
Approach nature-outdoor, play-based, creative-curriculum, steam

In the program’s own words

“Rocky Mountain Preschool in Parker, CO is a family-owned preschool and daycare serving children from 6 weeks through Pre-K at our Dove Valley campus on Canyon Rim Drive... a nature-based learning experience that supports early social, emotional, and academic growth.” rockymountainpreschool.com, July 2026
“Rocky Mountain Preschool combines play-based learning with purposeful activities that support social-emotional growth, early literacy, STEAM exploration, and school readiness.” rockymountainpreschool.com, July 2026
“The trusted, proven Creative Curriculum® is backed by scientific research that provides a framework for objectives, strategies, and environments conducive to learning. Creative Curriculum® integrates into all your child's daily activities, both indoors and outdoors.” rockymountainpreschool.com, July 2026
“STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math—taps into your child's natural curiosity and takes it to the next level. Guided and child-led STEAM projects give them an undeniable head start on critical thinking and cognitive skills that last a lifetime.” rockymountainpreschool.com, July 2026
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Will it fit our family?

Ages served 6 weeks - 5 years
Hours 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Days / week 5
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Not yet reported: schedule, holiday closures.

What will it cost us?

This provider does not publish pricing.

What Shortlist has verified

State quality rating Colorado Shines Level 4
License status Active
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Each date is when Shortlist last checked that fact against its source.

State record — Colorado Department of Early Childhood

Mar 2026 Complaint Founded

Complaint · March 17, 2026

Founded · 2.223.A.1 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due March 30, 2026

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Required correction: All children must be directly supervised at all times. Correct immediately and respond with written statement of compliance.

Founded · 2.223.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due March 30, 2026

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 during transitions.

Required correction: Staff must complete attendance verification at all transitions. Correct immediately and respond with written statement of compliance.

Founded · 2.217.A.8.c · Correction due March 30, 2026

Full day programs may have Assistant Early Childhood Teachers supervise preschool-age and older children during the following periods of operation: Closing hours: an assistant early childhood teacher may be alone with children for up to the two (2) hours prior to the closing time of a center’s daily operations;

Required correction: Staff must be qualified for the position they hold. Correct immediately and respond with written statement of compliance.

Founded · 2.124.A.1.d · Correction due March 30, 2026

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 the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: Any allegation of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect to a child that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement or a county department of human or social services agency, or the child abuse reporting hotline as described in section 19-3-304, C.R.S.

Required correction: The facility failed to report an incident as required by statue and licensing regulations with the required timeframes. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance.

State records file

Jan 2026 Complaint Founded

Complaint · January 8, 2026

Founded · 2.217.A.14 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due January 26, 2026

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 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Required correction: Classroom ratio must always be maintained. Correct immediately and respond with written statement of compliance.

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Nov 2024 Complaint Unfounded

Complaint · November 18, 2024

Unfounded · 2.229.C · Equipment/Materials · Correction due December 2, 2024

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Required correction: Items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of the inspection, cabinet was immediately locked.** No repsonse is required.

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May 2024 Complaint Founded

Complaint · May 17, 2024

Founded · 2.230.B · Correction due June 3, 2024

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

Required correction: All indoor and outdoor areas must be free from hazards. Correct immediately and respond with statement of compliance.

Founded · 2.124.A.1.b · Correction due June 3, 2024

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 the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: An injury to a child that requires medical attention by a health care professional or admission to a hospital, whether or not treatment was given. This report must be completed in the online injury system within 24 hours of an incident. If a provider is unable to access the online system, you must use the paper form, and submit the form to the Department within 24 hours of the incident.

Required correction: Any injury to a child that required medical attention must be reported in the injury reporting system within 24 hours. Correct immediately and respond with statement of compliance.

State records file

Sources and dates

Every state visit and complaint on file, shown in full and never edited. Open a date to read what the state wrote. Covers complaints received January 2023 through July 2026; Colorado Department of Early Childhood does not publish routine inspection reports, so this is not a record of every state visit.