Upholding the Standard for Quality

SPARK Learning Lab Colorado is a trusted leader in quality assessment and improvement. We partner with state and local agencies to ensure quality standards are applied consistently and fairly, providing programs with the feedback they need to thrive.

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Our Role in Colorado's Quality Systems

CLASS® Observations

Whether you are working on your Head Start compliance standards or just wanting to assess your classroom/program quality, we have you covered! All of our staff are certified Teachstone CLASS® assessors for Infant, Toddler, and PreK.d

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ERS State Anchors

We serve as Colorado’s official ERS State Anchors. In this role, we provide training, assessment and resources to the community related to the Environment Rating Scales, including ERS-3 Observation, Certification, and Colorado Notes for Clarification.

Denver Preschool Program Partner

We provide specialized coaching and training for programs participating in the Denver Preschool Program, delivering over 3,300 hours of coaching and 120 hours of training each school year.