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Home › CO › Aurora › Bright Stars Child Care and Preschool
1155 S Havana ST, Aurora CO 80012 · License #1558859 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
At the time of visit, reviewed 6 staff files. Observed 1 file to have an expired Department Approved standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately. All staff must complete a Department Approved standard precautions training. Submit
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
At the time of visit, observed in the yellow preschool boys bathroom, diaper wipes accessible to children. Correction: Immediately. Items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit. Staff locked diaper wipes in a cabinet. Submit written statement of future compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
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, observed in the yellow preschool classroom exposed base boards peeling off the wall. Correction: Immediately. Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit documentation and written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Disposition: Unfounded
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Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.K · Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.
At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 3 files missing topical preparations written authorization from a parent/guardian. Correction: Immediately. Topical preparations may be administered to children with written authorization from a parent/guardian. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider
At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 1 file to be missing a copy of an updated annually health statement completed by a health care provider. Correction: Immediately. The center must maintain and update annually a copy of a child's health statement completed by a health care provider. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A.8 · 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:Written authorization, obtained in advance of the event from a parent/guardian, for a child to participate in field trips or special activities, whether scheduled or unscheduled, whether walking or riding in an approved vehicle;
At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 3 files to be missing an annual updated written authorization for field trip participation. Correction: Immediately. An admission record for each child must be completed and include an annual updated written authorization for field trip participation. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A.7 · 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;
At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 3 files to be missing an annual updated written authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Immediately. An admission record for each child must be completed and include an annual updated written authorization for emergency medical care. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.206.A · At the time of enrollment, and upon amendments to policies and procedures, the center must give the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ parent(s)/guardian(s) the center’s policies and procedures and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.
At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 1 file to be missing signed policies and procedures document signed by parent/guardian. Correction: Immediately. At the time of enrollment, the center must give the center policies and procedures and obtain a signed document stating the parents have received the policy and procedure document. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.238.C · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: In every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. No lock or fastening to prevent free escape from the inside of any building can be installed. Only panic hardware or single-action hardware is permitted on a door or on a pair of doors. All door hardware must be within the reach of children.
At the time of the visit, observed the emergency exit door to be blocked by an infant crib. Correction: Immediately ( 6/17/2025), exits must be arranged so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parents of the building. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the crib was moved and the exit was unobstructed. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
At the time of the visit, observed hand sanitizer on a shelf in the yellow classroom, accessible to children. Also, in an unlocked closet by the yellow classroom, observed bleach and Comet scrubbing cleaner to be accessible to children. Correction: Immediately ( 6/17/2025), items labeled "keep out of reach of children", must be inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the director removed the sanitizer, making the sanitizer inaccessible to children. The director also moved the bleach and Comet scrubbing cleaner to a higher shelf and locked the closet door, making the cleaners inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
At the time of the visit, observed on the junior playground, screws and nails protruding from the bottom and middle of the wooden fence. Also, on the junior playground, the metal gate is broken at the bottom, near the fence door. Also, in the yellow classroom, observed peeling paint under the kitchen serving window. Correction: Immediately ( 6/17/2025), buildings must be kept in good repair. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 7 staff files and observed Rose P. to be lacking an updated clearance letter for FBI. Correction: Review all staff files. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member,Rose P. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI for Rose P., with written response to the Specialist by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 9 staff files. Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira missing documentation of a current TRAILS background check clearance letter. Correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must renew the TRAILS background check every 5 years. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira have reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira with a written statement of compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 2, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 9 staff files. Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira missing documentation of a current FBI background check clearance letter. Correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must renew the FBI background check every 5 years. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira have reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letters for staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira with a written statement of compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 2, 2024
Category: background checks. 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, the resilient surface in the use zone around a climbing structure over 18' high measured 2" deep. Correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment 18 inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the center director shoveled and raked the gravel under the structure to bring the depth to over 6 inches in the use zone. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 2, 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 the Yellow room, paint chips were missing from several walls and baseboard moulding was peeling off the wall near the bathroom. In the Toddler 2 classroom, the wood of the sink cabinet is peeling and splintering and the diaper changing pad was dirty. Correction: Immediately, all buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition at all times. Partially
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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 the Yellow room, a staff purse was on a low table at the back of the classroom and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all staff purses and other hazardous items must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the staff member placed the purse on a high shelf making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 2, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.