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

Confirmed through staff statements that staff have been left over-ratio throughout the day. Correction: Immediately, staff to child ratios must be followed at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2023. Correct by 09/05/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

In the Star Angels 2, observed a personal bag hanging low off of a shelf in reach of and accessible to children. The mechanical room was also unlocked and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, 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 care. Corrected at the time of the visit. The office administrator moved the personal bag to a higher cabinet making it inaccessible to children. The owner locked the mechanical room. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/19/2023. Correct by 09/05/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2023

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

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

In the Star Bears classroom, observed diapers on a low shelf accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper change areas must have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher moved the diapers into a locked cabinet making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/19/2023. Correct by 09/05/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

In the Star Bears classroom, observed a loose plastic bag on a low shelf accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher moved the loose plastic bag to a locked cabinet making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/19/2023. Correct by 09/05/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.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.

In the Star Bears classroom, observed small toys in an unlocked cabinet posing a choking hazard and identified that there were children under the age of 3 years old in the classroom. Correction: Immediately, toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher locked the cabinet making the toys inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years old. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2023. Correct by 09/05/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 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.

In the Star Angels 2 classroom, observed that there were 3 children not signed in. In the Star Bears FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ classroom, observed that 2 children were not signed out. In the Star Student classroom, 4 children were not signed out. Correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recordded. The staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Corrected at the time of the visits. The teachers in each classroom verified attendane and corrected the attendance roster. Submit a statement of future compliance by 9/19/2023. Correct by 09/05/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.C.2.a · Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

At the time of the visit, in the Baby Stars classroom, observed a loose crib sheet in an infant crib. No infants were sleeping in the crib. Correction: Immediately, mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet. Corrected at the time of

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.91.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 the visit, observed a mop and cleaning solution in an unlocked kitchen accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, combustibles such as cleaning rags, mops, and cleaning compounds must be stored in well-ventilated areas, separate from flammable materials, and stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. A teacher locked the kitchen door making it no longer accessible to children. Submit a statement of future compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.53.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 state hotline, county department of human or social services or local law enforcement agency.

Identified that the facility failed to report an incident as required by statute and licensing regulations within the required timeframes. Correction: Immediately, ensure all incidents at the facility are reported to the appropriate agencies within the required timeframes. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.A.3 · Staff must be awake, alert, and actively supervising all children.

Identified through staff statements that no staff observed a reportable incident occur in the classroom. Correction: Immediately, staff must be awake, alert, and actively supervising all children. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Children share rest equipment. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.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.

Identified through staff statements that children were sharing a cot for a short period of time at nap. Correction: Immediately, a firm cot or 2-inch mat with a sheet and blanket or other suitable covering must be provided for each child. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff was informed of a reportable incident and did not use any form of guidance. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.64.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 through staff statements that a staff member was informed of a reportable incident and did not use any form of guidance. Correction: Immediately, 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. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Identified through staff statements that no staff observed a reportable incident occur in the classroom. Correction: Immediately, all children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern : Children have inappropriate behavior at nap time. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Identified through staff statements that children have inappropriate behavior at nap time and were subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats. Correction: Immediately, children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff grabbed a child's head to lay them on the rest equipment. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : During nap time children are left unattended in a classroom. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

At the time of the visit, in the Star Angels 2 classroom, observed 1 teacher with 11 children between the ages of 2 years and 3 years old. Correction: Immediately, staff to child ratios must be followed at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit. A second teacher arrived to assist in the classroom. Submit a statement of future compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.62.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 the visit, in the Star Students classroom, observed that cots were not spaced at least 2 ft apart on all sides during rest time. Correction: Immediately, cots or pads must be placed at least 2 ft 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. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

At the time of the visit, in the Star Angels 2 classroom, observed loose plastic trash bags hanging from the half door to the bathroom accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher moved the loose plastic bags to a higher shelf making them inaccessible to children. Submit a statement of future compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of the visit, in the Star Students classroom, observed a sharp grilling fork under a table accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.T.3 · If the center serves school-age children, it must have some age-appropriate materials and equipment from each of the following categories: Sports.

At the time of the visit, in the school-age classroom, observed that there were no sports materials or equipment for children. Correction: Immediately, if the center serves school-age children, it must have some age appropriate materials and equipment from the Sport category. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

7.702.71.T.4 · If the center serves school-age children, it must have some age-appropriate materials and equipment from each of the following categories: Science and Math.

At the time of the visit, in the school-age classroom, observed that there were no science or math materials or equipment for children. Correction: Immediately, if the center serves school-age children, it must have some age appropriate materials and

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

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

At the time of the visit, in the school-age classroom, observed a broken finger guard on the children's bathroom door. Identified through staff statement that the security camera's were not working properly. Correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of the visit, observed the mechanical room containing the facility's water heater to be unlocked and accessible to children. In the school-age classroom, observed a teacher's personal bag in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, 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. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

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

At the time of the visit, observed the kitchen to be unlocked and accessible to children. No cook or teacher was utilizing the kitchen area. Correction: Immediately, kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit. A teacher locked the kitchen door, making it inaccessible to children. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

7.702.92.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, in the Star Students classroom, observed a child napping on a cot, a watering hose, and a chair blocking the emergency exit in the classroom. Correction: Immediately, 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. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

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

At the time of the visit, in the Star Angels 2 classroom, in an unlocked cabinet diapers and wipes were accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper change areas must have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

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 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and 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. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

7.702.35.A.3 · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following: Immunization record or statement, and health history.

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of an immunization status. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and a record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the immunizations record or statement signed by a staff member. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

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

7.702.35.A.5 · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ following: Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of persons to be notified in the event of an emergency.

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of emergency contacts. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and a record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of persons to be notified in the event of an emergency. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.34.A.7 · 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 the visit, reviewed 3 children's files and observed that 2 children were missing documentation of a current emergency medical authorization. Correction: Immediately, review all children's files and a dated, written authorization for emergency medical care must be

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.41.J · Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be instructed about all policies and procedures of the center. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures.

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of a policies and procedures acknowledgement. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be isntructed about all policies and procedures of the center. Staff must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.8 · Perjury Statement- Application forms for Employment with a Child Care Provider. Every application used in the State of Colorado for employment with a child care provider or facility, or for the certification of a foster home, must include the following notice to the applicant: “Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in Section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.”

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of a perjury notice acknowledgment. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and every application used in the state of Colorado for employment with a child care provider or facility must include a signed perjury notice. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.42.A · All staff must complete a pre-service Building and Physical Premises Safety training prior to working with children. The training must include identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, vehicular traffic handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of biological contaminants.

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 3 were missing documentation of a pre-service training. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and all staff must complete a pre-service building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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 3 staff files and observed that 3 were missing documentation of a current abuse prevention training. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and all staff and regular volunteers must be trained using department-approved raining about child abuse prevention within 30 days of employment. Submit documentation and a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.42.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, d) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of the Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Education Programs. Correction: Immediately, review all staff fiels and all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines PDIS must complete the department-approved training course Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Education Programs within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.42.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, d) must complete the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training or other Department-approved training on implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

At the time of the visit, reviewed 3 staff files and observed that 2 were missing documentation of the Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals. Correction: Immediately, review all staff fiels and all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines PDIS must complete the department-approved training course Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of the visit, identified through staff statements that false and misleading statements were given regarding teacher attendance and functionality of security cameras. Correction: Furnishing a false and misleading report to the department may result in adverse action. Submit a statement of compliance by 8/11/2023. Correct by 08/04/2023

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.