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1240 McKinley Street, Canon City CO 81212 · License #1746485 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.120.C.1.a.1 · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: Individuals who have obtained a successfully completed CBI or FBI record check may care for children, for no longer than ninety (90) calendar days, while waiting for all other required background checks to be completed. The individual must be supervised at all times by an individual who has successfully completed all required background checks.
One (1) out of thirteen (13) staff files reviewed were lacking a TRAILS clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/29/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.
Three (3) out of thirteen (13) staff files reviewed were lacking an FBI clearance letter. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letters for staff with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/29/2026
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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 Apr 29, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.J.1 · The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes:
Two (2) out of thirteen (13) staff files were lacking Out of State clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/29/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2026
Category: supervision. 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.
One (1) out of thirteen (13) staff files reviewed had an expired child abuse prevention training. Correction: Annually staff must complete a department-approved child abuse prevention training. Correct immediately on 4/29/2026. Submit written response to licensing specialist by 5/6/2026. Correct by 04/29/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.1.c · Loose fill resilient surface must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency and to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches.
The big climbing structure on the playground had enough woodchips, however it was not raked to ensure six FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ (6) inches of depth within the fall zones. Correction: The loose fill surface must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency and to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches. Correct immediately on 4/29/2026. Provide statement of compliance by 5/6/2026. Correct by 04/29/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2026
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.
Program had not completed any tornado drills within the last twelve (12) months and completed three out of four emergency drills. Correction: Tornado drills must be completed monthly from March to October and emergency drills must be completed quarterly. Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
Erica S. did not have proof of a completed physical. Correction: Staff must submit a medical statement signed and dated by a health care professional dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment. Correct by 11/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Upon entering room 24, LS observed one (1) staff member with fifteen (15) preschool age children. SM2 was using the restroom located within the classroom, leaving SM1 alone out of ratio. This is a direct violation of stipulation B of the Settlement Agreement: " Licensee shall comply with required staff-to-child ratio at all times. Ratios and room capacities must be posted in each room. Correction: The staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times. Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.9 · At least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.
The CCHC had not yet provided the center with copies of their delegations. LS was unable to verify they had at least one (1) staff member with a current delegation on site. Correction: At least one (1) staff member with current medication administration and delegation must be on site at all times. Correct by 10/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Five (5) out of sixteen (16) child files had printed after summary care reports but they were not signed or FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ dated by a health care professional. Correction: Health statements for enrolled children must be signed and dated by a health care professional. Correct by 11/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Toothpaste and a bag of soil, both labeled "keep out of reach of children", were observed to be accessible to children in room 27. Correction: Immediately ensure items labeled, "keep out of reach of children", are inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit by Jessica F. moving the items to an inaccessible location. Nothing additional needed. Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
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.
Cots in Room 24 & 26 were observed to be spaced less than two (2 ft.) apart. Correction: Immediately ensure that cots are spaced at least two (2 ft. ) apart. Corrected at the time of visit by staff moving the cots to ensure two (2 ft.) spacing. Nothing additional needed. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 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.
Wipes were accessible on a low shelf of a changing table in the bathroom between Room 22 & 23. Correction: Immediately ensure items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit by staff moving the wipes to an inaccessible shelf. Nothing additional needed. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.9 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse or neglect. This training must be completed within thirty (30) days of hire and renewed every three (3) years.
Patricia Lee Sallie, the CCHC did not have proof of a completed child abuse prevention training within the last three (3) years. Correction: Ensure that all CCHC complete a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention every three (3) years. Provide documentation and statement of compliance by 2/16/2024. Correct by 02/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Two (2) out of thirteen (13) child files were missing immunizations records. An additional one (1) child file had FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ immunization records but they were not recorded on an approved CDPHE form. Correction: Immediately ensure immunization records are obtained prior to the first day of admission and are recorded as approved by CDPHE. Provide statement of compliance by 2/16/2024. Correct by 01/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
One (1) out of thirteen (13) child files were missing a health statement. An additional two (2) child files had expired health statements. Correction: Ensure that within thirty (30) days of enrollment or expiration parents provide a health statement signed and dated by a health care professional for their enrolled child. Provide statement of compliance by 2/16/2024. Correct by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
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 one (1) nap cot in room 25 to be missing a sheet. Correction: Immediately ensure that children are provided with a cot, sheet and blanket for nap time. Provide statement of compliance by 2/15/2024. Correct by 01/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Observed two (2) bottles of Jergens lotion on a teacher desk in room 23 accessible to children. Both bottles were labeled "keep out of reach of children". Correction: Immediately ensure items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit by the staff member moving the lotion to a locked cabinet. Nothing additional needed. Correct by 01/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.