2.220.D · Over-the-counter medication must be kept in the originally labeled container and be labeled with the child's first and last name.

At the time of visit, in the Toddler 1 classroom, A basket of lotion bottles in the diaper changing area had lotions bottles that were not labeled with the child's last name. Correction: Immediately, all over-the-counter medications, including topical creams and lotions, must be labeled with the

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

2.213.D · Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 6 staff files. Areeg missing documentation of a current Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training. Correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must renew a department-approved training on the prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training annually and have documentation available for review at all times. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/11/2024. Correct by 10/04/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.221.B · The center must apply sunscreen, have the parent(s)/guardian(s) apply sunscreen, or use another form of parent/guardian approved sun protection for children prior to children going outside. Sunscreen must be reapplied as directed by the product label.

At the time of visit, and confirmed through staff statements, the center does not apply sunscreen to the children prior to going outside. Correction: Immediately, the center must apply sunscreen prior to going outside and must be reapplied as directed by the product label. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/22/2024. Correct by 10/04/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.U · An appropriate supply of play materials must be readily accessible to children and must be arranged in an orderly manner so that children can select, remove, and replace the play materials either independently or with minimum assistance.

At the time of visit, in the Toddler 1 classroom, materials and toys were not arranged in an orderly manner. Correction: Immediately, toys and play materials readily accessible to children must be arranged in an orderly manner at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/11/2024. Correct by 10/04/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of visit, on the toddler playground, bolts for holding the sun shade into the concrete were sticking out of the ground and are a safety hazard for children. This is a violation of stipulation N on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation N states "Licensee shall ensure all indoor and outdoor play areas are maintained in safe condition and that hazardous, high-risk areas are made inaccessible to children." Correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment and furnishings must be safe and free of hazards at all times. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/11/2024. Correct by 10/04/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

At the time of visit, in Toddler 2, paint was chipped and peeling on the half wall separating the two classrooms. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/17/2024. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.D · Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

At the time of visit, in Toddler 2, a staff personal bag was on a low shelf and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, staff personal bags and other hazardous items must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the office manager moved the personal bag to a high cubby shelf making it inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

At the time of visit, and confirmed through staff statements, a child enrolled in Pre-K became upset when playing with other children and ran out of the classroom into the hallway. The door to the classroom was propped open. Staff state the child has done this before and the classroom teacher does not like to have the door shut demonstrating a lack of judgment and knowledgeable decision-making. This is a violation of stipulation E on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation E states "All staff shall demonstrate knowledge of, interest in, and concern for children’s proper care and wellbeing." Correction: Immediately, all staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making and judgment for the proper care and well-being of children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/22/2024. Correct by 08/15/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.A.2 · 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.

At the time of visit, the following classrooms had inaccurate attendance tracking sheets and did not complete attendance verification throughout the day: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ In Pre-K, there were 8 children in care and 9 children on the attendance roster, and verification throughout the day had not taken place since 8:00 am. In Toddler 1, there were 5 children in care and 6 children on the attendance roster and verification throughout the day had not taken place all week. In Toddler 2, there were 4 children in care and 3 children on the attendance roster and verification throughout the day had not taken place all week. This is a violation of stipulation G on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation G states “Licensee will use a name-to-face attendance verification tool (paper or electronic form) and complete attendance verification for all transitions and at frequent intervals throughout the day." Correction: Immediately, staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions, and attendance rosters must be accurate to the number of children in care at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/22/2024. Correct by 08/15/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.C.1.a · 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.

At the time of visit, on the preschool playground, the gravel in the use zone surrounding the play structure measured less than 1 inch deep. Correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment 18 inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/16/2024. Correct by 07/16/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

At the time of visit, on the preschool playground, the fence slats along the parking lot side of the playground have pulled away and are warped creating large gaps that are an entrapment hazard for children. The door frames throughout the building have chipped paint creating a safety hazard for children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately, all buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/16/2024. Correct by 07/16/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.D.2 · In rooms used for napping, the lighting must be dim at nap time to promote an atmosphere conducive to sleep but must be bright enough for supervision of children.

At the time of visit, in Toddler 2, the lighting was too dark to properly supervise children. Correction: Immediately, the lighting in rooms used for napping must promoted sleep but also be bright enough for supervision of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/16/2024. Correct by 07/16/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.7 · There must be assigned at least one (1) qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children unless otherwise specified in rules. A director may be the assigned teacher for one (1) group of children.

At the time of visit, Melissa M was supervising a group of 16 sleeping children at nap time unsuperivised and is missing documentation of early childhood teacher or assistant early childhood teacher qualifications. Correction: Immediately there must be assigned at least 1 qualified teacher as specificed in rules supervising each group children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the teacher was moved to a different classroom bringing the facility into compliance. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/9/2024. Correct by 05/02/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.121.F · The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to probationary or fine a child care facility if the applicant(s), an affiliate of the applicant, or any person living with or employed by the applicant has been found to violate any of the provisions set forth in section 26.5-5-317(2), C.R.S.

During the visit, the provider retrieved the TRAILS background check for Melissa M. and identified the employee has a founded finding of child abuse and neglect and was working unsupervised with children. Correction: The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to probationary, or fine a child care facility if any person employed by the applicant has been found to violate any of the provisions set forth in section 26.5-5-317(2), C.R.S. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/9/2024. Correct by 05/02/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.120.C.1.a · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

Identified, and confirmed through staff statements, Melissa M. was working with children unsupervised prior to the facility obtaining a TRAILS background check clearance letter. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must have a successful TRAILS background check prior to being given unsupervised access to children. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Melissa M. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of a successful TRAILS background check for Melissa M. and a written statement of compliance by 5/9/2024. Correct by 05/02/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.A.2 · 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.

At the time of visit, in the Preschool classroom, the teachers stated they had 14 children in care but there were only 13 children on the attendance roster and 13 children in care. Previously cited on 7/18/2023, 8/7/2023, and 8/25/2023. Correction: Immediately, staff members must completed written attendance verification periodically throughout the day and know how many children they have in care at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.224.B.2 · All infants less than six (6) months of age must be held for bottle feeding. Bottles must not be propped. Older infants must not be allowed to hold their own bottles when lying flat. Bottles must not be allowed in a crib with the infant.

At the time of visit, in the Infant classroom, an 11-month-old child was drinking a bottle while lying on a boppy pillow. Correction: Immediately, older infants must mot be allowed to hold their own bottles while lying flat. Corrected at time of

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

At the time of visit, in the Preschool classroom, there was paint peeling on the wall by the cozy cube, paint peeling on the wall above the coat hooks, and paint peeling off the doors to the Preschool and Toddler classrooms. Previously cited on 7/18/2023 and 8/7/2023. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition at all times. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

At the time of visit, the toddler classrooms were combined on the playground and there were 11 children ages 12-36 months with three teachers exceeding maximum group size of 10 children. The preschool and pre-k classrooms were combined on the playground and there were 26 children ages 3-5 years old with three teachers, and 15 children were 3 years old, which exceeded maximum group size of 20 children. Correction: Immediately, maximum group size cannot be exeeded at any time. Corrected at time of visit, Toddler 1 and Preschool left the playground and went back to their classrooms bringing the facility into compliance. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/13/2024. Correct by 03/06/2024

Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.205.D · Any center having a director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff, allowing the director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise.

At the time of visit, when the licensing specialist arrived at the facility, no staff were present in the office to attend to the duties of a director. The licensing specialist waited 2 minutes to gain entry to the facility. Correction: Immediately, any center having a director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff, allowing the director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise, to include answering the door for visitors and licensing specialists. Submit a written statement of compliance by 2/19/2024. Correct by 02/05/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.14 · 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: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 1 staff member to 10 children.

At the time of visit, in the Preschool classroom, a staff member left the classroom to answer the door and left the classroom out of ratio. Correction: Immediately, staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the teacher returned to the classroom bringing them into compliance. Submit a written statment of future compliance by 2/19/2024. Correct by 02/05/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

At the time of visit, in the Toddler 1 classroom, there are four holes in the wall in the dramatic play area. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/19/2024. Correct by 02/05/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.5.B.3 · Admission procedures must be completed prior to the child's attendance at the center and must include: If applicable, a Department-approved health care plan authorized by the child’s health care provider and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ parent(s)/guardian(s) defining the interventions needed to care for a child who has an identified health or developmental condition or concern including, but not limited to seizures, asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, heart or respiratory conditions, and physical disabilities. Any applicable medications, supplies, and/or medical equipment must be available to the staff prior to the child’s first day of care. The staff working with a child with a health care plan must be informed, trained, and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant; supervision of the plan and interventions must be documented.

At the time of incident, and confirmed through staff statements, the staff working with the child in the classroom were not fully informed of allergy reaction symptoms, or trained and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Child Care Health Consultant. Correction: Immediately, all staff working with a child with a health care plan must be informed, trained and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Child Care Health Consultant. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff did not follow the health care plan. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.5.C.3 · For a child with special health care needs requiring intervention and/or medication, the center must obtain written instructions for providing services from the child's parent(s)/guardian(s), and the health care provider. If an existing individualized health care plan is provided for the child, it must be reviewed and followed by the center staff when caring for the child. If the child does not have an existing individualized health care plan, the individualized health care plan must be obtained by the child’s first day of care.

At the time of incident, and confirmed through staff statements, after the child ingested a known allergen and began having symptoms of a reaction, the center did not review and follow the health care plan when caring for the child. Correction: Immediately, all center staff caring for children with special health care needs requiring medication must review and follow the health care plan at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility failed to report an incident required by statute and licensing regulations. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.52.B.1.d · . 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 Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care And Learning 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.

Identified the facility failed to report an incident as required by statute and licensing regulations within the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ required time frame. Correction: Immediately, the facility must report to the Department any allegation that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement, or a county department of human services within 24 hours. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Child was fed food with known allergens. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.63.A.8 · Children must not be given foods that are contrary to the religious beliefs of their families or that are known to cause an allergic reaction or a health hazard.

At the time of incident, and confirmed through staff statements, the child was fed muffins containing a known allergen. Correction: Immediately, children must not be given foods that are known to cause an allergic reaction. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023 Correct by 08/07/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility failed to complete an incident report as required by licensing regulations. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.52.B.1.b · . Within twenty four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care And Learning the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: An injury to a child or staff member that requires emergency 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 State Department within 24 hours of the incident.

Identified the facility did not report an incident that required medical attention using the online injury system within the required time frames. Correction: Immediately, all incidents involving a child in the care of the facility that requires medical attention must be reported through the online injury system within 24-hours. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/4/2023 Correct by 11/26/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff refused to administer emergency medications. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.41.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

At the time of the incident and confirmed through staff statements, after learning the child had ingested a known allergen and was having symptoms of a reaction, the parent requested the center administer the epi-pen per the health care plan and the center staff refused to administer the epi-pen demonstrating a lack of knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of the child. Correction: Immediately, all staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : The center refused to provide emergency transportation to a health care facility. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.32.C · The center must be able to provide emergency transportation to a health care facility at all times.

At the time of incident, and when the child began having symptoms of an allergic reaction, the center did not FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ call 911 or provide alternate emergency transportation for the child. Correction: Immediately, the center must be able to provide emergency transportation to a health care facility at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff member 1 has an ineligible background check and is caring for children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.33.F · . The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to probationary or fine a child care facility or child placement agency if the applicant(s), an affiliate of the applicant, or any person living with or employed by the applicant has been found to violate any of the provisions set forth in section 26-6-108(2), C.R.S.:

Observed staff member caring for children in a child care program is ineligible to work due to background check. Correction: Immediately, all staff who have an ineligible background check must not be allowed to care for children at any time. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : The facility is not following their own policies and procedures. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : The governing body did not provide services for the safety and well being of children. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Snack did not meet required guidelines. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

At the time of visit, when the licensing specialists arrived, the assistant director left 10 children in Pre-K alone while she answered the front door. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately, all children must be under direct supervision at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the assistant director returned to the classroom after answering the door. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.D.4.b · Sleeping cots and mats must be of firm construction and in good repair.

At the time of visit, the sleeping mats in Toddler 1, Toddler 2, and Preschool were torn and fraying. Correction: Immediately, sleeping mats must be in good repair at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.2.D · Any center having a Director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff, allowing the Director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise.

At the time of visit, the assistant director was assigned to a classroom without adequate staff to allow her to attend to the duties of a director as they arise. Correction: Immediately, adequate staff must be provided to allow the director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.A.2 · 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.

At the time of visit, the attendance roster in the infant classroom was incorrect and showed 6 babies in attendance when there were only 5 babies in the classroom; the attendance roster in the toddler 1 classroom showed only 7 toddlers in attendance when there were 9 toddlers in the classroom. Staff are not documenting when children transition into or out of the classrooms throughout the day. Correction: Immediately, all staff members must complete accurate, written attendance verification throughout the day.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.62.C.2 · In the infant room, soft bedding or materials that could pose a suffocation hazard are not permitted in cribs, futons approved for infants, or other approved sleep/rest equipment. Soft bedding means, but is not limited to, any soft sleep surface like bumper pads, pillows, blankets, quilts, comforters, sleep positioning devices, sheepskins, blankets, flat sheets, cloth diaper bibs, plush toys, pacifiers with stuffed animals attached, and stuffed animals.

At the time of visit, in the Infant Room, a stuffed animal was in a crib. No infants were sleeping in the crib at the time. Correction: Immediately, all soff materials are not permitted in cribs at any time. Corrected at time of visit, the infant teacher removed the stuffed animal from the crib. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.C.4 · Toys, including mobiles and other types of play equipment that are designed to be attached to any part of sleeping equipment, must be kept away from sleeping infants and out of sleep environments, including hanging toys. Blankets and other items must not be hung from or draped over the sides or any part of sleeping equipment.

At the time of visit, in the Infant Room, stuffed animals and other toys were on a shelf next to the cribs allowing children access to pull the toys into the crib. Correction: Immediately, all toys must be kept away from sleeping infants and out of sleep environments. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.D.4 · In the toddler room, a crib, sleeping cot, or two (2) inch mat must be provided for each child, and there must be a minimum of two (2) feet between each crib or cot. Aisles between cots or cribs must be kept free of all obstructions while cribs are occupied. No child less than the age of two (2) years should use a cot for sleeping without FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ written permission of the parent or guardian.

At the time of visit, several mats in the Toddler 1 classroom were not two (2) inch mats. Correction: Immediately, all sleeping mats in toddler rooms must be two (2) inch mats. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.61.A.1.b · All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products.

At the time of visit, in the Toddler 2 classroom, diaper changing supplies were in an unlocked cabinet making them accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper change supplies must be inaccessible to children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.63.B.2 · All infants less than six (6) months of age must be held for bottle feeding. Bottles must not be propped. Older infants must not be allowed to hold their own bottles when lying flat. Bottles must not be allowed in a crib with the infant.

At the time of visit, in the Infant Classroom, an infant was laying down on a thin boppy pillow, holding and drinking from their own bottle. Correction: Immediately, older infants must not be allowed to hold their own bottles while lying flat at any time. Corrected at time of visit, the Infant Teacher picked up the baby to hold him while feeding. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of visit, in Toddler 1 there were torn books and a blue floor chair with splitting vinyl; on the Toddler playground there were broken shovels and sand toys, and a broken white laundry basket. Correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.72.C.3.a · Toddler climbing equipment must have a three (3) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. Toddler slides require a six (6) foot use zone extending out from the base of the slide.

At the time of visit, on the Toddler Playground, the climbing structure and two slides did not have sufficient use zones. Correction: Immediately, toddler climbing equipment must have a three (3) foot use zone surrounding the equipment, and toddler slides require a six (6) foot use zone extended out from the base of the slide. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.91.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

At the time of visit, on the Toddler Playground, the railroad ties surrounding the sand and gravel resilient surface had rusted, exposed nail heads, and the railroad ties were leaning and splitting creating a safety hazard for children. In the Preschool Classroom, there were cracked tiles near the tables and the rubber edging had gaps at the corners creating a tripping hazard for children. The door frame leading into the Infant Classroom has a large chunk of wood missing creating a safety hazard for children. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.91.D · Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

At the time of visit, in the Toddler 2 classroom, a staff purse was in a low, unlocked cabinet making it accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all staff purses must be stored in an area that is inaccessible to children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.91.K · Kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times.

At the time of visit, the door to the kitchen was left open making it accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, Kitchens must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the kitchen door was closed making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/14/2023. Correct by 08/07/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.A.2 · 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.

At the time of visit, an child from the infant classroom who was over 12 mos and walking was moved into Toddler 1 in order to maintain ratios for the day. The child was not signed into the Toddler 1 classroom on the attendance sheet. Correction: Immediately, all staff member must complete written attendance verification that includes all children in the classroom at that time and periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/1/2023. Correct by 07/18/2023

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of visit, the wood railroad ties surrounding the gravel area on the Preschool playground was FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ splitting, deteriorating, and splintering creating a safety hazard for children. Correction: Immediately, all outdoor furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards at all times. Submit photo documentation of repairs and a written statement of compliance by 8/18/2023. Correct by 07/18/2023

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.72.C.1.a · 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.

At the time of visit, the loose gravel on the preschool playground under the climbing structure measured 3 inches in depth. Correction: Immediately, 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 at all times. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/18/2023. Correct by 07/18/2023

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.100.F.2 · . 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.

At the time of visit, and per staff statements, the center has not held a lockdown or tornado drill in the current year. Correction: Immediately, emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly and tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/1/2023, Correct by 07/18/2023

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.91.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

At the time of visit: In the Infant Classroom, the rubber moulding is peeling off the wall and there is peeling paint above the moulding; In the Preschool Classroom there is peeling paint on the south and west walls; In the Boys Bathroom, there is chipped tile around the middle toilet, peeling paint on the walls behind the toilets, rust and corrosion in the sinks, and a broken sink faucet that is missing knobs and is leaking; In the Girls Bathroom there is a water leak under the sink counter by the wall; on the Preschool Playground, a section of the fence has separated creating a gap that is an entrapment and safety hazard for children. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition at all times. Submit photo documentation of the repairs and a written statement of compliance by 8/18/2023. Correct by 07/18/2023

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.61.A.1.b · All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products.

At the time of visit, in the Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classrooms, diaper changing supplies including wipes and gloves were being stored on the diaper changing table that was accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper chaging supplies must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit: the classroom teachers moved the wipes and gloves to a high counter making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/1/2023. Correct by 07/18/2023

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.