Church DaycareColorado Springs, CO

Gateway Preschool And Child Care

4.6(20 reviews)

About

Gateway Preschool And Child Care is a church daycare daycare located at 5605 N Marksheffel Rd, Colorado Springs, Colorado CO. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.

What Parents Say

Gateway Preschool and Child Care in Colorado Springs receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, director Jennifer's availability, separate infant classrooms, strong communication, and emotional support for children. Multiple families report their children thriving and gaining confidence while attending.

Caring and attentive staffseparate infant classroomdirector availability and communicationsmall class sizesclean and safe facilitieschildren's happiness and confidence-buildingconvenient location and operating hourscompetitive pricingvacation days offeredstructured learning with free playspiritual/religious education componentaccommodations for children with complex medical issuesstrong parent-staff relationships

Recent Reviews

3 months ago

5/5 – The BEST daycare experience my son has ever had As a parent, nothing is harder than seeing your child struggle at a daycare that’s supposed to keep them safe. After a traumatizing first experience at another center, I was nervous to try again. But Gateway completely changed everything for us. As a first-time mom, I know how important it is for infants to have a calm, safe space. Babies get “stranger danger” easily, and not every daycare understands that. Many centers mix infants with older toddlers, but Gateway has a separate infant classroom, and that made such a huge difference. They knew exactly how to comfort him, make him feel secure, and help him feel loved and safe. From day one, the teachers treated him like family. And hands down, their director Jennifer deserves so much credit. She is always available for anything you need, constantly checking in, communicating, and making sure your baby is adjusting well. Her leadership and dedication are a big part of why this center feels so supportive. Every classroom I walked past—every age group—kids were happy, smiling, and excited to be there. That alone showed me the environment they’ve created is truly special. Arlo blossomed here. He went from scared and withdrawn to happy, confident, and excited for daycare every morning. The teachers supported him emotionally, and cared for him as if he were their own. I am so grateful for everything the Gateway team has done for my son. If you’re a parent with worries or a baby who needs extra comfort and patience, this is the place. They gave my son his confidence back and gave me real peace of mind. Gateway is, without question, the best daycare we have ever experienced in Colorado Springs.

5 months ago

All three of my kids love it here, and they are well taken care of from infants all the way to pre-K. If you’re kids have complex medical issues like one my kiddos, they will go above and beyond to make sure they are taken care of! Highly recommend!

a year ago

We love Gateway! I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my two girls. They truly love each and every child that steps foot into their center. Their location and operating hours are convenient for the working moms and dads. The staff members have a relationship with each parent and openly communicate details of the day, activities and behavior of the children. Their price is competitive and they also offer vacation days to each attendee, which is hard to find elsewhere. Smaller class sizes mean more 1:1 time with each kid. I’ll say it again, we love Gateway and will always speak highly of this childcare center and their gracious and loving staff!

5 years ago

My son has loved going to Gateway for Pre-K since November 2020. Classrooms are big, clean, and safe! The staff is amazing and his direct teachers are very patient and kind. I'm so grateful knowing my little guy is in safe hands when he is at Gateway! The director, Jen is awesome and makes the sign up process easy and is quick to help address any questions or concerns.

2 years ago

I am so happy I found Gateway Preschool and Childcare Center! My three kids, all different ages, have attended since they were 3 months old. The teachers at GPCC truly care about each child, treating them as if they were their own. My kids have learned so much while at the center; my 3-year old could spell and write her name when she was just shy of 3.5 years old!! The center has fun days (PJ days, Silly Hair day, Foam parties, Water days, etc) too! The communication with the Director to the parents has been great. I am very happy with the care that has been provided to my kids and would recommend anyone to this childcare center!

Frequently asked questions

Gateway Preschool And Child Care is a church daycare childcare facility located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The facility has a capacity of 85 children.
Gateway Preschool And Child Care has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 20 parent reviews. Read the full reviews on this page to see what parents appreciate about this facility and any areas for improvement.
To enroll your child at Gateway Preschool And Child Care, contact the facility directly to inquire about availability, schedule a tour, and learn about their enrollment process. Be prepared to provide your child's age, any special needs or allergies, and your preferred schedule. Many facilities have waitlists, so it's best to inquire early.
You can verify the licensing status of Gateway Preschool And Child Care through Colorado's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities in Colorado must meet state standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios.

Contact Information

Address
5605 N Marksheffel Rd, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80923
County
EL PASO

Details

Daycare Type
Church Daycare
Capacity
85 children
Status
OPEN
Coordinates
38.91352, -104.6818

Quality Rating

Colorado Shines

Level 2 out of 5

Level 2

This rating is part of the state's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). Trained evaluators assess staff qualifications, learning environment, curriculum, and family engagement — standards that go beyond basic licensing requirements.

What do the levels mean?

Level 1: Meets basic licensing standards.

Level 2: Exceeds licensing with some quality improvements in place.

Level 3: Demonstrates strong practices in curriculum and staff development.

Level 4: High quality across most assessed areas.

Level 5: Highest quality — excels in all areas of assessment.