2.229.R · The center must have enough play materials and equipment so that at any one time each child for which the center is licensed for can be individually involved. Separate play rooms or separate interest centers must be provided for each category of equipment required for the program. A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available:

At the time of visit, in Toddlers, the classroom was not arranged into interest centers and a variety of material and equipment was not readily available for the children. Correction: The center must have a variety of materials and equipment organized into separate interest centers. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 12/15/2024. Correct by 12/15/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2024

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

2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Identified staff threatened to tape children's mouths closed for talking, wore pieces of tape on their hand and tell children they would tape their mouths closed for talking, children were hit with plastic pointers throughout the day to get their attention, plastic pointers were used to hit the table loudly to get children's attention. In addition, children stated they would fake being asleep so they would not get in trouble. Correction: Immediately, children must not be subjected to physical or emtional harm, humiliation, or threats at any time for any reason. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff made derogatory remarks to children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.225.G · Verbal abuse and derogatory remarks about the child are not permitted.

Identified staff disrespectfully referred to children as 'big trouble' or 'little trouble' based on their behavior in the classroom. Correction: Immediately, derogatory remarks about children are not permitted at any time for any reason. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Guidance strategies were not appropriate. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.A · Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

Identified the staff threatened to tape children's mouths for talking too loudly and tapped children with a plastic pointer to get their attention which does not promote self-regulation or problem-solving. Correction: Immediately, all guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and used as an opportunity to teach self-regulation and problem-solving. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Inappropriate guidance was associated with rest periods and outdoor play time. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.D · Guidance must not be associated with food, rest, or toileting. No child should be punished for toileting accidents. Food must not be denied to or forced upon a child as a disciplinary measure.

Identified staff were punishing children for not sleeping or resting during nap time by hitting them on the legs with a plastic pointer. Correction: Immediately, guidance must not be associated with rest at anytime for any reason. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.206.B.8.a · The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:Promote responsive and positive child, staff, and family relationships and interactions;

Identified through staff statements, the teachers were not following the facility's policies and procedures for positive guidance strategies and techniques. Correction: Immediately, the policies and procedures of the facility must be followed at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Children not allowed to leave mats/cots during rest time. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.D.5.c · Children who do not sleep after thirty (30) minutes must be allowed to move to another area and be provided with quiet toys and equipment to play with such as puzzles or books; and

Identified through staff statements, children who do not sleep are only allowed to get up during nap time to be escorted to the bathroom, and must be quiet on their mats for the entirety of nap time. Correction: Immediately, children who do not sleep after 30 minutes must be allowed to move to another area and be provided with quiet activities. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.223.D.1 · Children must not be forced to sleep.

Identified staff forced children to be still and quiet on their mats during nap time and threatened to tape their mouths for talking or making noises, and children stated they would pretend to be asleep to avoid being in trouble. Correction: Immediately, children must not be forced to sleep. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.223.D.5.d · Children who fall asleep must be allowed to leave their napping area within ten (10) minutes of waking.

Identified through staff statements, children who wake during nap time are not allowed to leave their mats within 10 minutes of waking, but remain on their mats for the duration of nap time. Correction: Immediately, children who fall asleep must be allowed to leave their napping area within 10 minutes of waking. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility does not use a name-to-face attendance tracking throughout the day. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

Identified the facility was not using an attendance verification system throughout the day to include during transitions. Correction: Immediately, staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Failure to report a critical incident as mandated in state statues and licensing regulations. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.126.B · Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Identified the facility did not report a critical incident within the time frames as required by state statute and licensing regulations. Correction: Immediately, anyone with reasonable cause to know or suspect child abuse or neglect must report the incident immediately as required by state statute and licensing regulations. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Governing body not providing services and functions for the safety and well-being of children. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff making false or misleading statements regarding a reportable incident. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Incidents are not reported to parents. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Children are not allowed to speak during certain times of the day, and are not allowed to speak English. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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 multiple classrooms, tubes and containers of over the counter lotions, ointments and other diapering treatments were not labeled with the child's first and last name. Correction: Immediately, all over the counter medications and other topical preparations must be labeled with the child's first and last name at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.221.C · When supplied for an individual child, the sunscreen must be labeled with the child's first and last FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ name.

At the time of visit, in multiple classrooms, bottles of sunscreen were not labeled with the child's first and last name. Correction: Immediately, sunscreen must be labeled with the child's first and last name at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.222.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 P2, the cabinet beneath the diaper changing table was unlocked and diaper changing supplies were accessible to children, and the supplies stored on the back of the bathroom door were too low making the supplies accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper changing supplies must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the owner locked the diaper changing cabinet and moved the diaper supplies on the back of the bathroom door to a high shelf making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2023. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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 visit, the following items labeled 'keep out of reach' were identified: In the P1 classroom, a sharpie marker and bottle of white out was in a container on top of the desk and accessible to children. In the P3 classroom, four sharpie markers and white out were in an unlocked desk drawer and were accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled keep out of reach must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the owner moved all items to the office making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.F · Glitter must not be used with children under three (3) years of age.

At the time of visit, in the P1 classroom, vials and bottles of glitter were in an unlocked cabinet and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ accessible to children under 3 years old. Correction: Immediately, glitter must not be used with children under 3 years of age at any time. Corrected at time of visit, the owner removed the glitter from the classroom making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

At the time of visit, in the P2 classroom, adult scissors were in a magnetic container on the side of the lockers and were accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, sharp tools must not be accessible to children at any time. Corrected at time of visit, the owner moved the magnetic holder to the top of the lockers making the scissors inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

At the time of visit, in the P1 classroom, pink sequins were in an unlocked drawer accessible to children under 3 years old and are a choking hazard. Correction: Immediately, all materials accessible to children under 3 years old must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at time of visit, the owner removed the sequins from the classroom making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.229.R · The center must have enough play materials and equipment so that at any one time each child for which the center is licensed for can be individually involved. Separate play rooms or separate interest centers must be provided for each category of equipment required for the program. A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available:

At the time of visit, in the P2 classroom, the shelving containing activities for the children was either covered or the shelves were turned away making the materials inaccessible to children. Books and the dramatic play area were the only play options available. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately the center must have enough materials and equipment accessible for each child to be individually involved. Corrected at time of visit, the owner removed the covering from the shelves and turned the shelves outwards making the activities accessible and bringing the classroom into compliance. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

At the time of visit, in the P2 classroom, a power strip was on a low shelf with exposed outlets and was accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all electrical outlets accessible to children must have protective covers at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the owner removed the power strip from the classroom making the power strip inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/15/2024. Correct by 05/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.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

Confirmed through staff statements, two children were left unsupervised in a classroom for 40 seconds. Correction: Immediately, all children must be under the direct supervision of a qualified adult at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : The facility failed to report an incident as required by statute and licensing regulations in the required timeframes. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.124.A.1.d · 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 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.

The facility failed to report an incident to the Department as required by statute and licensing regulations. Correction: Immediately, all critical incidents or allegations involving a child that results in a mandatory report must be reported to the Department within the required time frames. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.126.B · Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

The facility failed to report an incident to the county department of human services as required by statute and licensing regulations. Correction: Immediately, reportable incidents must be reported to the county department of human services within the required timeframes. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Children were left unsupervised with a dog. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ the proper care and well-being of children.

Confirmed through staff statements, two children were left unsupervised in a classroom with a dog showing a lack of knowledgable decision making, good judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Correction: Immediately, all staff must demonstrate knowledgable decision making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility does not properly track transitions throughout the day. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 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.

Identified, and confirmed through staff statements, the facility does not track transitions throughout the day. Correction: Immediately, attendance verification must be tracked periodically throughout the day, including transitions. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility owners state they cannot maintain licensing safety standards to include supervision of children. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not follow own policies and procedures for terminating families. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.K.3 · Evacuation equipment must: Be ready for use; and

At the time of visit, in Infant 1, shelving, a climber, and a bouncy activity station were blocking the emergency path for the evacuation crib. This was previously cited on 2/1/2024. Correction: Immediately, all evacuation equipment must not be blocked and must be ready for use at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the furniture was rearranged again allowing free access to the emergency exit. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

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

2.226.A.4 · Infants must be provided access to outdoor play at least three (3) times per week, weather permitting.

At the time of visit, and confirmed through staff statements, infants do not have access to outdoor play at least three times per week. Correction: Immediately, infants must be provided access to outdoor play at least three (3) times per week, weather permitting. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

At the time of visit, in the P1 and P2 classrooms, broken crayons were accessible to children under three (3) which presented a choking hazard. Correction: Immediately, any materials accessible to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard at any time. Corrected at time of visit, the owner removed the broken crayons from the classroom making them inaccessible. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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, in the P1 classroom, there were 11 children in the classroom, and several children were under 24 months, exceeding maximum group size for children ages 12-36 months. Correction: Immediately, maximum group size for children must not be exceeded at any time. Corrected at time of visit, a child was moved to another classroom bringing P1 into compliance. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

Reviewed two staff files. Jamie missing documentation of a current TRAILS background clearance letter and was supervising children alone. Correction: Immediately, all staff must complete the TRAILS background check prior to having unsupervised access to children. 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 member Jamie reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff member Jamie with a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 two staff files. Jamie missing documentation of a current TRAILS background clearance letter. Correction: Immediately, all TRAILS background checks must be renewed 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 member Jamie reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff member Jamie with a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

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

2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.

Reviewed two staff files. Jamie missing documentation of current CBI and FBI clearance letters and was supervising children alone. Correction: Immediately, all staff must have successfully completed CBI and FBI background checks prior to having unsupervised access to children. 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 member Jamie has reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of the CBI and FBI clearance letters and a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.113.A.7 · Any person intentionally making a false statement or report to the Department or to any agency delegated by the Department to make an investigation or inspection under the provisions of the Child Care Licensing Act may be fined up to $250 a day for the first day, $500 for the second day, $1,000 a day for the third and subsequent days to a maximum of $10,000.

On a recent response to a previous report of inspection, the facility stated the violation of having a blocked path for the evacuation crib in Infant 1 was corrected at the time of visit by moving the furniture. At the time of today's visit, the path for the evacuation crib in Infant 1 was blocked again as the furniture had been returned to the original position. Correction: Any person intentionally making a false statement or report to the Department may be fined. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/8/2024. Correct by 02/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.138.A · 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.

Reviewed emergency drill log. Missing documentation of tornado and lockdown drills. Correction: Immediately, tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October and lockdown drills must be held at least quarterly. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 12 staff files. Eva missing a current TRAILS clearance letter. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files. 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 member Eva has reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff member Eva with a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 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 12 staff files. Eva missing a current FBI background clearance letter. Correction: Immediately review all staff files. 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 member Eva has reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of the Out of State background check or Out of State clearance letter for staff member Eva with a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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

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.

Reviewed 12 staff files. Carmen C. missing documentation of a current standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must completed a Department-approved standard precautions training renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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: 1 staff member to 10 children.

At the time of visit, in the Infant 1 classroom, 6 infants were with 1 ECT teacher. In the Preschool 1 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ classroom, licensed for toddlers ages 12-36 months, 14 toddlers ages 24-36 months were with 1 ECT teacher. Correction: Immediately, staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times. Corrected at time of visit, staff members were reassigned and the classrooms were brought into compliance. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: ratio. 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, and throughout the building, the classrooms were too dark during nap time. Correction: Immediately, the lighting in rooms used for napping must be bright enough for supervision of children. Corrected at time of visit, the bathroom lights were turned on and black paper was removed from the glass in the classroom doors to provide adequate light during nap time. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.K.3 · Evacuation equipment must: Be ready for use; and

At the time of visit, in the Infant 1 classroom, furniture was blocking the path of emergency cribs to the emergency exit. Correction: Immediately, all evacuation equipment must not be blocked and must be ready for use at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the furniture was rearranged allowing free access to the emergency exit. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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

2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.

Reviewed 13 child files. 5 children missing current statements of health status. Correction: Review all child files. All children less than two (2) years must have health statements updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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