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Home › CO › Centennial › Shepherd Christian Early Learning Center
7691 S University BLVD, Centennial CO 80122 · License #1510220 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.230.C.6 · All pieces of playground equipment must be designed to guard against entrapment and strangulation. Any openings in gross motor equipment above ground must be smaller than three and one half (3 ½) inches or greater than nine (9) inches to prevent entrapment.
At the time of the visit, on the preschool playground, two of the three yellow slides had come apart from the platform, posing a strangulation hazard. Correction: Immediately, ( 1/28/2026), all pieces of playground equipment must be designed to guard against strangulation. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/4/2026. Correct by 01/28/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In the Cows classroom, loose plastic bags were in an unlocked cabinet under the sink, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all loose plastic bags must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher locked the cabinet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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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 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ submitted annually.
Reviewed 11 staff files. Observed Sabrina L., hired 3/2023, and Amber K., hired 8/2024 lacking a health statement signed by a physician. Correction: All staff must have a medical statement signed by a physician within 30 days of employment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In the Base Camp classroom, cleaning supplies labeled "keep out of reach of children" were in an unlocked cabinet under the sink, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the director locked the cabinet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.222.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 boys and girls bathroom, wipes and gloves were on a low shelf, accessible to children. In the Busy Bugs classroom, wipes were on the counter, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper supplies must have a place inaccessible to storing. Corrected at the time of visit, the director removed the diaper supplies. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 11 staff files. Observed Sabrina L., hired 3/2023 and Marcie C., hired 6/4/2021 , lacking a current Department-approved training about child abuse prevention. Correction: Within 30 days of employment, all staff must complete a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 03/26/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
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.
In the Busy Bugs classroom, the laminate mat under the table was curled on the corner and the circle time rug was bunched up, causing a potential hazard. On the green wall, paint was peeling, causing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately, indoor furnishings must be free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 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 11 staff files. Observed Jen W., and Julie R. with an expired clearance letter of TRAILS. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Jen W and Julie R have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Jen W and Julie R with a written response to Specialist by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Category: background checks. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 11 staff files. Observed Amber K., hired 8/2024, lacking documentation of an FBI or CBI clearance letter. Amber was not observed working alone with children at the time of visit. Observed Chelsea G., hired 1/5/2015, lacking documentation of a CBI clearance letter. Chelsea was not observed working alone with children. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Amber K. and Chelsea G. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI and CBI clearance letter for Amber K. and CBI clearance letter for Chelsea G. with a written response to Specialist by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 11 staff files. Observed Jen W., and Julie R. with an expired FBI and CBI 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 Jen W and Julie R have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI and CBI clearance letter for Jen W and Julie R with a written response to Specialist by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.2 · 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: All other requests except those specified in rule section 2.120(C)(1) must be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility.
Reviewed 11 staff files. Observed Amber K., hired 8/2024, lacking documentation of TRAILS submission letter. Amber was not observed working alone with children at the time of visit. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Amber K. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Amber K. with a written response to Specialist by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Reviewed the CCHC file and observed Annie H., lacking current documentation of an immunization course. Correction: Immediately, the CCHC must complete the immunization course annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/26/2025. Correct by 02/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In the boys bathroom in the hallway, loose plastic bags were in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. In an unlocked shed on the preschool playground, loose plastic bags were on a low shelf, accessible to children. A loose plastic bag was also on the ground on the preschool playground, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider
Reviewed 6 child files. Observed 2 children missing current health statements. Correction: The center must update annually a copy of the child's health statement completed by a health care provider. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 05/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.222.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 Lemons classroom, diapers, gloves and diaper cream was under the diaper changing table in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children. In the Busy Bugs classroom, wipes were on the counter, accessible to children. In the Guppies classroom, in the bathroom, on a chair and on the changing table, diapers, wipes and gloves were FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ accessible to children. In the Rockets classroom, on the counter, wipes were accessible to children. In the boys bathroom in the hallway, diapers, gloves and wipes were in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. In the girls bathroom in the hallway, wipes and gloves were in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, diaper supplies must have a place inaccessible to children, for storing. Corrected at the time of visit the teachers placed the diaper supplies in cabinets inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In the Busy Bugs classroom, sanitizing spray was on a shelf, accessible to children. In the Guppies classroom, Expo spray labeled "keep out of reach of children" was in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. In the Turtles classroom, Magic Erasers were in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the teachers removed the items and placed them in locked cabinets, making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
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.
In the Guppies classroom, licensed for children ages 2.5 to 6 years, Expo caps and pompoms were FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ accessible to children, causing a potential choking hazard. Correction: Immediately, materials accessible to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher placed the items in a cabinet, inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 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.
On the sidewalk in between the toddler and preschool playground, observed torn pool noodles and ripped playing balls. A trashcan lid was cracked, causing a potential safety hazard. In the Turtles classroom, a vacuum cord was on the floor causing a potential strangulation hazard. Correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment and materials must be safe and free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
On the toddler playground, equipment higher than 18" was placed on turf and did not have a resilient surface of 6" or more. Correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or hgher must have a resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches or higher. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
Reviewed 10 staff files. Observed Sabrina L, hired March 2023, missing documentation of the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Correction: Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff must complete the Department approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 05/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Reviewed 10 staff files. Observed Chelsea G. missing current documentation of an FBI clearance letter. Observed Sabrina L. and Ashley N. missing current documentation of a CBI clearance letter. These staff members were not alone with children at the time of visit. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Chelsea G., Sabrina L. and Ashley N. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI clearance letter for Chelsea G. and documentation of CBI clearance letters for Sabrina L. and Ashley N. with a written response to Specialist by 5/30/2024. Correct by 04/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.227.B.1.c · Any vehicle used for the transportation of children to and from the center or during center activities must meet the following requirements: The vehicle must be kept in satisfactory condition to ensure the safety of occupants.;
In the Ford van used for transportation of children, the first bench seat is torn, exposing the foam cushion underneath the cloth covering. Correction: Any vehicle used for transportation of children must be kept in satisfactory condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/30/2024. Correct by 05/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.