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17391 E Wagon Trail PKWY, Aurora CO 80015 · License #59882 · Center · Child Care Center
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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
At the time of visit, identified through documentation and confirmed through staff statements that CH1 was left unsupervised for a few seconds on the playground. Correction: Immediately 9/2/2025, all children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/23/2025. Correct by 09/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.4.c · A fitted sheet and a blanket, or suitable covering, must be provided for each child to be used only by that child.
At the time of visit, observed a child in the Early Preschool room to be lacking a blanket. Correction: Immediately 9/2/2025, a fitted sheet and a blanket must be provided for each child. Corrected at the time of visit, the Early Preschool Teacher provided the child a blanket. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/23/2025. Correct by 09/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.5.a.1 · Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.
At the time of visit, observed in the Early Preschool room to have cots placed less than two feet apart. Correction: Immediately 9/2/2025, cots must be spaced at least two feet apart on all sides during rest time. Corrected at the time of visit, the director moved the cots making them two feet apart on all sides. Submit a written statement of
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Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
At the time of visit, observed on the toddler playground the concrete to be lifting causing a tripping hazard. Correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/23/2025. Correct by 09/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
At the time of visit, observed the drill log to be lacking drills from JAN,FEB,MAR,APRIL,MAY,JULY,AUG of 2025. Correction: Immediately 9/2/2025, a record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve months must be maintained by the facility. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/23/2025. Correct by 09/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.208.B.1 · The center must submit to the Department as soon as possible, but not longer than twenty-four (24) hours, a written report about any child who has been separated from the group outside of the supervision of their assigned staff member or for whom the local authorities have been contacted. Such report must indicate: The name, birth date, address, and telephone number of the child;
At the time of visit, identified through documentation and confirmed through staff statements that the center did not report a reportable incident to the department. Correction: Immediately 9/2/2025, the center must submit to the department as soon as possible, but not longer than 24 hours, a written report about any child who has been separated from the group. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/23/2025. Correct by 09/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2025
Category: supervision. 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, observed Lysol wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" in a unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the school age classroom. Correction: Immediately (10/21/2024) Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the lysol wipes and made it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.A.1 · An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
Identified through several staff members statements that SM1 was the assigned staff member in the PreK class room on different occasions. SM1 was left alone with children. SM1's record is lacking ECT qualifications. Correction: Immediately 10/21/2024, A qualified ECT staff member must be assigned to each group of children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/29/2024. Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
Identified through several staff members statements that staff to child ratios were not maintained appropriately at all times. Correction: Immediately 10/21/2024, staff to child ratio must be maintained appropriately at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
At the time of visit, observed a loose plastic bag on the block shelf accessible to children in the school age classroom. Correction: Plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the plastic bag and made it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 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, observed two adult scissors in a unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the school age classroom. Correction: Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the two scissors and made it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 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, observed loose cords accessible to children in the school age classroom and in the preschool classroom. Correction: Indoor equipment, materials and furnishings must be sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the loose cords and made it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.5.a.1 · Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.
At the time of visit, observed sleeping cots were not placed at least two feet apart during rest time in the twos classroom and the eps classroom. Correction: All cots or pads must be spaced at least two feet apart on all sides during rest time. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 10/29/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 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 observed 9 children in the pre-k classroom, staff member assigned in the pre-k classroom stated they had 10 children. Ten children were signed in on their attendance form while only 9 children were observed in the pre-k classroom. Seven children were signed in on the EPS classroom attendance form while eight children were FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ cared for in the eps classroom. Correction: Immediately (10/21/2024) 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. Corrected at the time of the visit, staff members corrected the attendance forms in both classrooms. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the visit observed two small torn chairs in the toddlers classroom posing a safety hazard for children. Correction: Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Corrected at the time of visit, a staff member removed both chairs from the classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed three staff members records, one record Katie M to be lacking updated documentation f the department approved training about child abuse training. The most recent training was completed on 8/25/2023. Correction: Review all staff members files, all records must have updated documentation of the department approved training about child abuse prevention. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 10/29/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 visit observed a child sleeping in front of the exit door in the twos classroom. Correction: Correct immediately, ensure all exits are arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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
At the time of visit observed children not to be allowed to move from their cots after 30 minutes during quiet time. Children were not offered quiet toys and equipment to play with. Correction: Correct immediately, children who do not sleep after thirty minutes must be allowed to move to another area and be provided with quiet toys and equipment to play with. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/29/2024 Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
At the time of the visit; reviewed 10 staff members files. One file, Micalah P. is lacking updated documentation of the department approved child abuse prevention training. The most recent child abuse prevention training was completed 9/4/2023. Correction: Review all staff member records. All records must have updated child abuse prevention training. Submit documentation and written statement of compliance by Correct by 10/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the visit, in an unlocked cabinet, observed a glue stick that contains a small lid that can pose a chocking hazard to children under 3 years of age. It was accessible to children in the EPS classroom. Also observed, an art activity that contains small googly eyes posted on the window accesible to children under the age of three years in the EPS classroom. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, equipments and any materials accessible to children under 3 years of age must not be a choking hazard or able to be inhaled. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.8 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.
At the time of the visit, reviewed the nurse's file. the file is lacking an updated documentation of the immunization training. The most recent immunization training was completed on 9/4/2023. Correction: Obtain documentation for the immunization training for the nurse. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 10/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.238.H · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: Every exit must be clearly visible, or the route to reach it must be conspicuously indicated. Each path of escape must be clearly marked.
At the time of the visit, the toddler classroom is missing the exit route. Correction: immediately 9/5/2024, Every exit must be clearly visible, or the route to reach it must be conspicuously indicated. Each path of escape must be clearly marked. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024 Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
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 visit, observed Saline solution and a bottle of shaving cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the EPS classroom. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: immediately 9/5/2024, all items "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit by a staff member locking the cabinet and making the items inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 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, observed sharp adult scissors in unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the EPS classroom. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
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.
At the time of the visit; reviewed 10 staff members files. One file, Micalah P. is lacking updated documentation of the department approved standard precautions training. The most recent standard precautions training was completed 9/4/2023. Correction: immediately 9/5/2024, Review all staff members records, all records must have updated standard precautions training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024 Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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, Observed torn carpet on the steps of the wooden play structure that can pose a tripping hazard for children. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, All indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.3 · The director of the center must be present at the center at least sixty percent (60%) of any day that the center is open.
At the time of the visit, no director qualified person to perform the director's duty was assigned to the program. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, the director qualified person must be present at the center at least for sixty percent of the day that the center is open. Submit documentation and written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024 Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.4 · Staff must directly supervise children and maintain staff to child ratio during special activities that occur with an outside vendor or provider and where the vendor uses their expert staff to facilitate the activity.
At the time of the visit, observed four children in the play room with an outside vendor during a special actvity. Children were not directly supervised by a staff member of the facility. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, staff must directly supervise children and maintain staff to child ratio during special activities that occur with an outside vendor. Corrected at the time of the visit, Ms. Shaima was assigned to the play room. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
At the time of visit, observed a roll of trash bags on the art shelf and two grocery bags on the shelf accessible to children in the school age classroom. Also observed, a roll of trash bags in the cubbies area accessible to children in the pre-k classroom. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit by staff members removing the items and made them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.218.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 visit, observed an expired health care plan for one of the children enrolled in the program in FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ the EPS classroom. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, obtain updated health care plan for all children with a special health care needs. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024 Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: health medication. 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, observed the red slide in the school age playground to have only three inches of resilient surfacing, posing a safety hazard for children. Correction: Immediately 9/5/2024, all climbing equipment eighteen inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/5/2024. Correct by 09/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.224.A.1 · All meals and snacks provided by the center must meet current United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal pattern guidance and requirements published by the USDA Food Nutrition Service at https://www.cacfp.org/meal-pattern-guidance/ (April 2016) and 7 C.F.R. sections 210.10 and 226.20 (July 1, 2022), herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated These regulations are available at no cost from the USDA Food Nutrition Service at https://www.ecfr.gov. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours. and be offered at suitable intervals not more than three (3) hours apart. Children who are at the center for more than four (4) hours, day or evening, must be offered a meal. Arrangements must be made for feeding children who are in care before 6 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
Identified through staff member's statement that CH1 was provided with a meal during lunch time that does not meet the current USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program meal pattern guidance and requirements published by the USDA Food Nutrition Service. Correction: Immediately, 4/3/2024, all meals and snacks provided by the center must meet current USDA Child and Adult Food Program meal pattern guidance and requirements. Submit written statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024 ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.5.a.1 · Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.
At time of visit observed in the Pre-K classroom and the Early Preschool classroom cots to be spaced less than two feet apart. Correction: Cots or pads must be spaced at least two feet apart on all sides during nap time. Submit statement of compliance. Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
At time of the visit, observed a can of paint that is labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in an unlocked storage in the playroom. Correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit by staff member locking the storage cabinet. Submit statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 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
At time of visit, observed several children in the Pre-K classroom to not be provided with a quiet toy or equipment after 30 minutes of rest time. Correction: Children who do not sleep after 30 minutes must be allowed to move to another area and be provide with quiet toys and equipment. Submit written statement of compliance. Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Observed in the Early Preschool classroom chairs to be stacked on top of a table, posing a safety hazard to children. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings must be sturdy, safe , and free of hazards. Corrected at time of visit by staff member removing chairs from on top of the table to the ground. Submit statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.5.a · If preschool-age children are in care for longer than five (5) hours, the center must provide at least a thirty (30) minute rest period meeting the following: A firm cot or two (2) inch mat with a sheet and blanket, or other suitable covering, must be provided for each child;
Observed several children lacking sheets on their cots during nap time in the Pre-K classroom, in the Preschool classroom, and the Toddler classroom. Correction: The center must provide each child with a sheet and blanket or other suitable covering during nap time. Submit written statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Observed at time of visit two rolls of plastic trash bags to be located on top of the paper towel dispenser , accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom. Correction: Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit by staff member removing and locking the bags making them inaccessible to children. Submit statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.241.D.1.a · A variety of developmentally appropriate materials, equipment, and learning activities from the following categories must be available so that for any one time at least half of the children for which the program is licensed can be individually involved: Art;
At time of visit, observed the Early Preschool room to be lacking art supplies accessible to children. Correction: A variety of appropriate materials, including art supplies, must be provided and accessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit by staff member moving art supplies in an area accessible to children. Submit statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 the visit, observed Ms. Paige to be the assigned staff member in the Pre-K classroom supervising 14 children during nap time. Also observed Ms. Lori to be the assigned staff member supervising 12 children in the Early Preschool classroom during nap time. Reviewed Ms Lori & Ms Paige's files, both files lacking documentation of Early Childhood qualifications. Correction: Immediately, 4/3/2024, there must be at least one qualified Early Childhood teacher supervising children at all times. Submit documentation and written statement of compliance by 4/10/2024. Correct by 04/03/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.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
During the safety walkthrough, there were 13 children in the Pre-K classroom with one teacher. This is a direct violation of stipulation (B) of the probationary license. Stipulation B states "Licensee shall comply with required staff-to-child ratios at all times. Ratios and room capacities must be posted in each classroom. Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff-to-child ratios are followed at all times. Corrected at the time of visit the assistant director stepped into the classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/27/2023. Correct by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
7.702.41.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 14 staff files and found that 4 staff files (Kate, Ada, Antanette, & Shelbie) were missing a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider. Correction: Immediately have the staff obtain a medical statement, signed by a physician or other health care provider. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/31/2023. Correct by 08/24/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 14 staff files and found that 1 staff file (Antanette) had an expired FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ department-approved Standard Precautions training certificate. This is a direct violation of stipulation (J) on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation (J) states "Staff members must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom and/or per timelines as prescribed in the rule." Correction: Immediately have the staff obtain a current expired department-approved Standard Precautions training certificate. Submit copies of the certificates and a written statement of compliance by 8/31/2023. Correct by 08/24/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
At the time of the visit, reviewed 14 staff files and found that 3 staff files (Shaima, Antanette, & Shelbie) had expired Child Abuse Prevention training certificates in their file. This is a direct violation of the Probationary license (R). Stipulation (R) states All staff must complete the Department's free online training on recognizing and reporting suspected child abuse/ neglect, found in the Co Shines PDIS at www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/login/ Correction: Immediately have the staff obtain a current Department-approved training about child abuse prevention training certificate. Submit copies of the certificates and a written statement of compliance by 8/31/2023. Correct by 08/24/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.A.3 · Staff must be awake, alert, and actively supervising all children.
During the walk-through, observed the school-age teacher completing a word find and not actively supervising children. This is a direct violation of stipulation C on the Probationary license. Probationary stipulation (C) states "All children must be under the direct and active supervision of qualified staff at all times, both indoors and outside." Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff are actively supervising all children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/20/2023. Correct by 07/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
During the walk-through of the facility, observed an unlocked drawer, under the diaper changing table in the Two's classroom, containing diaper cream stating keep out of reach of children. This is a direct violation of stipulation L of the Probationary license. Probationary stipulation (L) states "Hazardous items, including items labeled "keep out of reach of children," must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outdoors." FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately ensure that all items labeled keep out of reach of children are inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/20/2023. Correct by 07/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 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 the inspection (2:42 pm), observed in the Pre-K classroom that the name-to-face attendance was last completed at 11am. In the school-age classroom, the teacher was unaware of how many children were in their care. This is a direct violation of stipulations D, E, & F on the Probationary license. Probationary stipulation (D) states "At all times, staff members shall know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. The facility Director shall be able to account for all children in care at the facility." Probationary stipulation (E) states "Licensee will use a name-to-face verification tool and complete attendance verification for all transitions and at frequent intervals through the day." Probationary stipulation (F) states "Two staff members must complete conduct the name-to-face verification and sign off on the cerification log." Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff have completed the written attendance verification form periodically throughout the day and that all staff know how many children are in attendance at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/20/2023. Correct by 07/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.