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Home › CO › Aurora › Ponderosa Elementary Preschool
1885 S Lima ST, Aurora CO 80012 · License #1544815 · Center · Preschool Program
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2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
At the time of visit, observed in the 2B classroom in an closet and in the 1A classroom on the desk diaper wipes labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Correction: Immediately. Items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit. Teacher in room 2B locked the closet and staff in 1A placed them on a higher shelf. Submit future statement of written compliance by 3/11/2026. Correct by 02/11/2026
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
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, reviewed drill logs. Observed missing fire drill for the month of January and missing tornado drills from August through October. Correction: Immediately. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. Fire drills must be held monthly. A record of all emergency drills must be maintained by the facility including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating and time taken to evacuate. Submit written statement of compliance by 3/11/2026. Correct by 02/11/2026
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Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.127.A · At all times during the operating hours of the facility, except for foster care homes, the facility/agency must post the current child care license in a prominent and conspicuous location easily observable by those entering the child care facility.
At the time of visit, observed an expired license dated 2024 posted in the facility. Correction: Immediately. At all times during the operating hours of the facility, the facility must post the current child care license in an easily observable location. Submit documentation and written statement of compliance by 3/11/2026. Correct by 02/11/2026
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations 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. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.
At the time of visit, reviewed 6 child files. Observed 1 file missing updated immunization records. Correction: Review all child files. At the time of admission, parents/guardians must provide proof of immunization status prior to or on the first day of admission. Submit written statement of compliance by 3/11/2026. Correct by 02/11/2026
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: health medication. 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, in Mobile 2B, a phone and electrical cord were loose and dangling in the dramatic play area, creating a safety hazard. Correction: Immediately, all indoor equipment and furnishings must be safe and free of hazards at all times. Submit photo
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.219.B.4 · Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.
Reviewed 12 child files. 7 children missing updated health statements. Correction: Review all child files. All children must have health statements on file that are updated in accordance with the AAP available for review at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
Category: health medication. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 12 child files. 3 children missing written authorization to apply sunscreen and other topicals. Correction: Immediately, all children must have a written authorization to have sunscreen and other topicals applied on file and available for review at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 children did not have sunscreen applied by parents prior to arriving at the facility or applied by staff prior to going outside. Correction: Immediately, the center must apply sunscreen or have the parent(s)/guardian(s) apply sunscreen, prior to the children going outside, and sunscreen must be reapplied as directed by the product label. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
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, in Mobile 2A, the supply closet was unlocked and the following items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' were accessible to children: bottles of sunscreen, Lysol sanitizer spray, Clorox wipes, and dish soap. In Mobile 2B, the supply closet was unlocked and the following items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' were accessible to children: bottles of hand sanitizer, spray bottles of table and bathroom sanitizers. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the closets were locked making the items inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
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 Mobile 2B, a staff purse was on the floor by the teacher's desk and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately staff purses and other hazardous items must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the classroom teacher moved the purse to a locked closet making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.E · Combustibles such as cleaning rags, mops, and cleaning compounds must be stored in well-ventilated areas, separated from flammable materials, and stored in areas inaccessible to children.
At the time of visit, in the unlocked storage closets for both Mobile 2A and Mobile 2B, bottles of bleach and cleaning mops were accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, cleaning compounds and mops must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the closets were locked making the cleaning products inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
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 Mobile 2A, adult scissors were on the teacher's desk and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all sharp tools must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the classroom teacher moved the scissors to a high shelf making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/13/2025. Correct by 03/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
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 Mobile 2A, two outlets were uncovered near the door to the hallway and were accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/22/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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, in Mobile 2B, a computer laptop cord was hanging off the edge of the teacher desk creating a safety hazard for children. Correction: Immediately, all indoor equipment and furnishings must be safe and free of hazards at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/22/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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, in Mobile 2B, a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled 'keep out of reach of children' was on a low shelf under the teacher's desk and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' must be inaccessible to children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/22/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.34.A · . Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.
At the time of visit the facility did not have an approving fire and health inspections. Correction: Prior to a license being recommended the facility must obtain a current approving fire and health inspection. Submit a written statement of compliance and documentation. Correct by 08/25/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.