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1825 Upland AVE, Boulder CO 80304 · License #47340 · Center · Preschool Program
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2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3), who has a hire date of 8/1/2024 and is not required to be certified in First Aid and CPR training, lacking documentation of the First Aid and CPR module training. Correction: Ensure all staff who are not required to be certified in First Aid and CPR training complete the Department-approved, "Introduction to First Aid and CPR" module training, within (30) days of employment, to include Staff Member (3). Submit documentation of completed CPR and First Aid module training or CPR and First Aid certification for Staff Member (3) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3) who has a hire date of 8/1/2024, lacking documentation of a completed training certificate for the Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Correction: Ensure all staff complete the Department-approved training, "Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs" within (90) days of employment, to include Staff Member (3). Document correction in written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/19/2026
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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 Jun 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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
A preschool age child left the licensed classroom unnoticed by staff and entered the back office area where LS was working, being out of the direct supervision of staff for less than (1) minute. Correction: Ensure all children are under the direct supervision of a qualified staff member who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise, at all times. ***Corrected at the time of visit. Realizing the child had left the group, the Director came to the back office area and returned the child to the licensed classroom, under the direct supervision of staff. Document plan of ongoing compliance with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.D · The Trails child abuse and neglect records request must be made within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee.
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3), who has a hire date of 8/1/2024, lacking documentation of a Trails background check request having been submitted and a Trails background check clearance FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Staff Member (3) has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of a TRAILS background check Clearance Letter for Staff Member (3), along with a statement of ongoing compliance, with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(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.
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3) who has a hire date of 8/1/2024, lacking documentation of a completed training certificate for Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals. Correction: Ensure all staff complete the Department-approved training, "Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals" within (90) days of employment, to include Staff Member (3). Document correction in written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (1), who has a hire date of 8/1/2020, lacking documentation of a renewed FBI clearance letter obtained prior to (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter (8/27/2020). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Staff Member (1) has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of an updated FBI background check Clearance Letter for Staff Member (1), along with a statement of ongoing compliance, with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.E · For every thirty (30) or fewer children in attendance, there must be at least one (1) staff member on duty who holds a current Department-approved First Aid and Safety certificate, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all ages of children, and is responsible for administering First Aid and CPR to children. Such individuals must be with the children at all times when the center is in operation. If children are at different locations, there must be a First Aid and CPR qualified staff member at each location.
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who was working alone with children at the time of the inspection, lacking documentation of a current First Aid and CPR training certification. Correction: Ensure that for every thirty (30) or fewer children in attendance, there is at least one (1) staff member on duty who holds a current Department-approved First Aid and Safety Certificate (including CPR for all ages of children) and is responsible for administering First Aid and CPR to children. Submit documentation of completion of a Department-approved First Aid and CPR training certificate for Staff Member (2), along with a statement of ongoing compliance, with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, 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 (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who has a hire date of 7/12/2021, to have a Child Abuse Prevention training that expired on 8/22/2024. Correction: Ensure all staff complete a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention, prior to working with children and annually thereafter, to include Staff Member (2). Document correction in written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 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.
Reviewed 2 child files and observed 2 files with immunizations not recorded on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance ensuring all child files contain documentation of school required immunizations on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or an "approved alternate" Certificate of Immunization. Correct by 07/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.3.c · Preschool and school-age climbing equipment must have a six (6) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. For slides exceeding six (6) feet in height, the use zone from the base of the slide must be as long as the slide height.
A free standing slide on the preschool playground, measuring over 18" in height and lacking a 6' use zone extending from the base of the slide. Correction: Director immediately moved the slide to an area on the playground that allows for a 6' use zone extending from the base of the slide. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 06/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 3 staff files and observed Wendy C. lacking an updated TRAILS clearance letter obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Wendy C. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Wendy C. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 07/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Wendy C. lacking an updated FBI clearance letter obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Wendy C. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI clearance letter for Wendy C. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 07/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 program's files and observed program lacking documentation of fire drills conducted during the months of June and July 2024, and lacking documentation of tornado drills conducted during the months of March through July 2024. Correction: Immediately (7/24/2024) ensure that all drills are conducted and documented with the above listed information. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 07/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.3 · The monthly consultation must be conducted on-site at least quarterly or more frequently as required by the Child Care Health Consultant. Teleconsultations are allowed for the remaining months.
Reviewed program's files and observed program lacking documentation of Child Care Health Consultant monthly consultation notes for the month of November 2023. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring Child Care Health Consultant visits are conducted and recorded monthly. Correct by 08/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.127.D · All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.
Reviewed classroom postings and observed the Library multipurpose space lacking the required room FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ capacity and staff-to-child ratio. Correction: Director immediately (7/24/2024) posted the required room capacity and staff-to-child ratio in the Library. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 07/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.56.D · . All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.
Program lacking a separate licensed capacity for the cozy area room. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all areas used by children is approved and licensed with a licensed capacity by Department. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.C.3.d · The use zone for swings used by children preschool age and older is determined by measuring the distance from the top of the swing to the ground. This measured distance must extend from both the front and the back of the swing.
The sensory swings lacking the adequate use zone extending from both the front and back of the swings. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all sensory swings are made inaccessible to children and all approved swings have the approved use zone. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.35.A · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following:
Program lacking documentation of a complete file for Andrea C. to include hire date, address, birth date, emergency contacts, immunizations, perjury statement, Child Abuse reporting, medical health statement and all required trainings. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) obtain and maintain documentation of a complete file that includes the above listed items for all staff to include the above listed staff. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.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.
An unqualified teacher, Myriam J. supervising a group of children. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that there is at least 1 qualified Early Childhood Teacher supervising each group of children. Provide a written plan of action along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.C.1.a · Center staff must have a monthly consultation with a current Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant who must meet one (1) of the following qualifications: A Licensed Registered Nurse with knowledge and experience in maternal and child health.
Program's failure to have monthly consultations with a current Department approved Child Care Health consultant. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the program has monthly consultations with a current Department approved CCHC. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: health medication. 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
The director and teachers unaware of how many children are in attendance when asked by Licensing and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ had to do a head count. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that children are under the direct supervision at al ltimes of a qualified adult. Provide a written plan of action, along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 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.
Hand sanitizer, dawn liquid soap shaving cream and hand soap on the kitchen counter and hand sanitizers on a shelf near the front entry door that was accessible to children. Correction: The hand sanitizers near the front entry door were immediately (09/13/2023) removed by the director at the time of the inspection. Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all items that state "keep out of the reach of children are inaccessible to children at all times. Provide a written statment of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.M · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass are not permitted for children less than five (5) years of age.
A glass heart candle holder on a children's table accessible to children. Correction: The director immediately (09/13/2023) removed the glass candle holder at the time of the inspection. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ hazards.
Torn and fraying books, torn cloth shading covering the children's outdoor play house, 2 non commercial use sensory swings on the outdoor play area hanging from a tree branch and a piece of the playground equipment; bicycle wheels used as guardrails on the climbing equipment platform. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings are sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Also immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all outdoor play equipment meets current CPSC standards and all unsafe equipment be made inaccessible to children . Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.32.K · . The results of the abuse and neglect inquiry must be maintained at the center, facility, or agency and must be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.
Program lacking documentation of the TRAILS clearance or documentation for the request for TRAILS clearance for Andrea Castano. Correction: Within 24 hours (09/13/2023) provide documentation of the TRAILS clearance letter or documentation of the request for TRAILS clearance for the above listed staff. Also ensure that all staff review the BIU Colorado Background Check Powerpoint presentation. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/14/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.C.7 · Swings must have seats made of a flexible material and all "S" hooks must be secured.
The swing's S hooks on the outdoor playground not secured and creating a potential strangulation hazard. This violation was previously cited on 09/20/2022 Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all Swing S hooks are secured. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.F · All heating units, gas or electric, must be installed and maintained per the manufacturer’s specifications with safety devices to prevent fire, explosions, and other hazards. No open-flame gas or oil stoves, unscreened fireplaces, hot plates, or unvented heaters can be used for heating purposes. All heating elements, including FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ hot water pipes, must be insulated or installed in such a way that children cannot come in contact with them.
Accessible stove lacking safety knob covers. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the kitchen stove is made inaccessible to children and safety knob covers are installed. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
An uncovered outlet near the children's handwashing sink. Correction: The director immediately (09/13/2023) covered the outlet at the time of the inspection. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.K · Kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times.
Kitchen area accessible to children and all hazardous items. This was [reviously cited on the inspection from 09/20/2022. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the kitchen area including all hazardous items are made inaccessible to children. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.92.F · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: All stairways, interior and exterior, that are used by children must be provided with handrails within reach of the children.
Stairs on the children's playground with 4 steps lacking a handrail. Correction: Immediately make the stairs without the handrail inaccessible to the children and provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.100.F.2 · . 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.
Program lacking documentation of all required drills held within the last 12 months. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all required drills are held within the required timeframes and documentation is maintained at the center. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.a · 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 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or on an "approved alternate" Certificate of Immunization. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.
Reviewed 3 children's files and observed the program lacking documentation of immunization records on the Department's approved forms for 2 children. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the program obtains and maintains documentation of current immunization records for all children by the first day of care. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.31.B · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information:
The program lacking documentation of the following written policies regarding the procedures for caring for children who arrive late to the center and their class is away from the center on a field trip or excursion (18), identifying and consulting with an early childhood mental health consultant or other specialist as needed (9.a). This was previously cited FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ during the inspection dated 09/20/2022. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) obtain the above listed policies regarding the above listed procedures. Provide documentation through copies of the above listed procedures along with a written statement of compliance. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
The program's failure to obtain and maintain documentation of children's attendance verfication that is completed periodically throughout the day including during transitions. Correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that documentation of attendance verification is completed periodically throughout each day to include during transitions. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.