2.225.D · Guidance must not be associated with food, rest, or toileting. No child should be punished for toileting accidents. Food must not be denied to or forced upon a child as a disciplinary measure.

At the time of visit, confirmed through staff member's statements that food was denied to a child as a disciplinary measure. Correction: Immediately 8/29/2025, food must not be denied to a child as a disciplinary measure. Submit a written statement of compliance 9/5/2025. Correct by 08/29/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2025

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

At the time of visit, confirmed through staff members statements that staff yell infront of and at children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately 8/29/2025, all staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/5/2025. Correct by 08/29/2025 ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.E · When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

At the time of visit, observed a staff member on their personal cell phone while supervising children. Correction: Immediately 8/29/2025, when caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/5/2025. Correct by 08/29/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of visit, observed in the PRE-K classroom to have paint chipping near the front entrance accessible to children. Correction: Immediately 8/29/2025, the building must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/5/2025. Correct by 08/29/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of visit, observed in the DPS 2 room a pair of adult scissors accessible to children. Correction: Immediately 7/30/2025, sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the director removed the scissors and placed them in a locked cabinet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/13/2025. Correct by 07/30/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

At the time of visit, observed in the preschool room in a unlocked cabinet under the sink a tub of disinfecting soap labeled "keep out of reach" accessible to children. Correction: Immediately 7/30/2025, items labeled "keep out of reach" must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the director locked the cabinet making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/13/2025. Correct by 07/30/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.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.

At the time of visit, observed in the Infant A classroom to be lacking a completed attendance verification for one child. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately 7/30/2025, staff members must complete a written attendance verification periodically throughout the day and during transitiond. Corrected at the time of visit, the Infant teacher veirfied and updated the written attendance log. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/13/2025. Correct by 07/30/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of visit, observed in the preschool and Pre-k classroom to have paint chipping throughout the classroom. Correction: Immediately 7/30/2025, building must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 8/13/2025. Correct by 07/30/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.G.3 · Staff aides, without supervision from an early childhood teacher or director, may supervise no more than two (2) preschool age children while assisting the children with diapering or toileting.

At the time of visit, observed a staff aide to be supervising 10 children alone using the restroom. Confirmed through staff member review, this staff member qualifies as a staff aide. Correction: Immediately 7/15/2025, staff aides can only supervise no more than two preschool age children while toileting. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/22/2025. Correct by 07/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025

Category: supervision. 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

Identified through several staff members statements CH1 was left alone in the playground. CH1 was unsupervised for 2 minutes. Correction: Correct immediately 10/29/2024, All children must be under direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise. Submit a written statement of compliance by 11/05/2024 Correct by 10/29/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.206.B.7 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: 7. The procedure for identifying where children are at all times including times of transition;

Identified through several staff member statements. SM1 failed to follow the centers polices regarding transitions of children. Correction: Correct immediately 10/29/2024, the written polices and procedures must be developed, implemented and followed. Submit a written statement of compliance by 11/05/2024 Correct by 10/29/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members failed to complete attendance verification during a transition - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.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.

Identified through several staff members statements that SM1 did not complete attendance verification appropriately during transition. Correction: Correct immediately 10/29/2024, the time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically. Submit a written statement of compliance by 11/05/2024 Correct by 10/29/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Identified through several staff members statements that SM1 failed to follow the transition policy, instead SM1 just allowed all children to go black to the classroom and marked them present. Correction: Correct immediately 10/29/2024, All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making,

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Observed a small area of peeling paint on the wall by the sensory table accessible to children in the Two's classroom. Also observed a small area of peeling paint by the cubbies area accessible to children in the PreK classroom. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) building must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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 12 staff members' records, two records (Bayley S and Sage S.) are lacking documentations of the First Aid and CPR training or the First Aid and CPR module. Correction: Review all staff members records, all records must have documentation of the First Aid and CPR training or the First Aid and CPR module. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 09/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.A · All staff must complete a pre-service building and physical premises safety training prior to working FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.

Reviewed 12 staff members' records, one record (Alice A.) is lacking documentation of the Pre-service building and physical premises training. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) review all staff members records, all records must have documentation of the Pre-service building and physical premises training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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.

Reviewed 12 staff members' records, one record (Irma S.) is lacking documentation of the Department approved training of Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Ms. Irma was hired on 4/8/2024. Correction: Review all staff members' records, all records must have documentation of the Department approved training of Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 09/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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 12 staff members' records, one record (Irma S.) is lacking documentation of the Department approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Ms. Irma was hired on 4/8/2024. Correction: Review all staff members' records, all records must have documentation of the Department approved

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

2.216.A.1 · An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

At the time of the visit observed Ms. Kimie and Ms. Irma to be the assigned qualified staff members in the Two's classroom. Observed Ms. Samira to be the assigned qualified staff member in the Infant 2 classroom. Ms. Kimie's file, Ms. Irma's file and Ms. Samira's file are lacking documentation of Early Childhood Teacher qualifications. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) there must be at least one qualified Early Childhood Teacher assigned for each group of children at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit, Ms. Jade was assigned for the PreK classroom, Ms. Evelyn was assigned to the Two's classroom, Infant 1 classroom and Infant 2 classroom were combined in Infant 1 classroom, and Ms. Alicia and Ms. Kimie were assigned to the Infant 1 classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance and a staffing pattern by Correct by 09/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.120.C.1.a · 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: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

At the time of the visit observed Ms. Alice to be one of the assigned staff members in the PreK classroom. Ms. Alice's file is lacking documentation of Trails background clearance letter. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all staff must submit a Trails background check prior to working with children. Ms. Alice must review Navigation the Background Check Investigation Unit (BIU) Webpage Power Point on the CDEC website.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

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

At the time of the visit observed a staff member's purse in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children in Infant 1 classroom. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all hazardous materials must be inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the item and made it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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

2.121.A.1.a · In order to obtain any Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint criminal history records, each applicant listed below must have their fingerprints taken and processed at a vendor approved by CBI. Approved vendors may be located using the CBI website at Colorado.gov/cbi. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked, identified as follows: Each applicant for an original license for a center, facility, or agency and any adult eighteen (18) years of age or older who resides in the licensed center, facility or agency.

At the time of the visit observed Ms. Alice to be one of the assigned staff members in the PreK classroom. Ms. Alice's file is lacking documentation of CBI and FBI background clearance letters. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all staff must have their fingerprints taken and processed at a vendor approved by CBI prior to working with children. Ms. Alice must review Navigation the Background Check Investigation Unit (BIU) Webpage Power Point on the CDEC website. Submit verification that Ms. Alice has reviewed the video within 24 hours. ** Sumbit verification written statement within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI and FBI background check with a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Reviewed 12 staff members' records, one record (Alice A.) is lacking documentation of the Department approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) review all staff members records, all records must have documentation of the Department approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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 assigned child care health consultant file, the file is lacking documentation of the updated Department approved Immunizations course. The most recent immunizations course was expired on 1/26/2024. Correction: All Department approved child care health consultants must complete the Department approved Immunizations course annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 09/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

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

2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 12 staff members' records, one record (Alice A.) is lacking documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) review all staff members records, all records must have documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.D · Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 12 staff members' records, one record (Alice A.) is lacking documentation of the Department approved Shaken Baby/ Abusive Head Trauma training. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) review all staff members records, all records must have documentation of the Department approved Shaken Baby/ Abusive Head Trauma training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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;

Observed several diapers and pack of wipes on the toilet accessible to children in the Two's classroom. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) diapering supplies must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. ** Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the items and made them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 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.

Observed broken chalk pieces on the ground accessible to children under the age of 3 years in the Preschool playground. Also, observed broken crayons on the Art shelf accessible to children under the age of 3 years in the PreK classroom. All items can pose a choking hazard for children under the age of 3 years. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) materials accessible to children under the age 3 years of age must not be a choking hazard. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

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

2.220.G.2 · When away from the classroom, staff assigned to supervise the child must carry the emergency medication.

Identified through staff members statements that one of the children in the Preschool playground has an ipepen that wasn't carried by the staff member, staff members weren't able to locate the ipepen for 6 minutes. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) staff assigned to supervise the child must carry the emergency medication when away from the classroom. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

At the time of the visit, staff members weren't able to locate an emergency medication for one of the children enrolled in the PreK classroom. After 6 minutes, a staff member was able to find the medication in the Two's classroom. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision- making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/19/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: health medication. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ assigned the responsibility to supervise

Identified through staff members' statements and the injury reports documentation that CH1 was bit, scratched, pinched and pushed by CH2 repeatedly. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all children must be under direct supervision at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/26/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff Member stated if CH1 doesn't inform staff when CH1 gets hurt, staff wouldn't know. Staff stepped outside of the playground and didn't see when the incident happened. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Identifies through staff members' statements a staff member told CH1 if CH1 doesn't inform staff when CH1 gets hurt, staff wouldn't know. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) staff must be alert, awake and actively supervising all children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/26/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : An injury that occurred in the classroom wasn't reported to parents. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.209.B.1 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A written record of any serious accident, illness, or injury occurring during care must be retained in each child's record, with a copy provided to the parent(s)/guardian(s).

Identified through several staff members' statements that CH1 was bit in the classroom and the incident report wasn't provided to parents at the the time of the incident. Correction: The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes a written record of any injury occurring during care. A copy must be provided to the parents. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 08/26/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : CH1 was injured by CH2 in the classroom, staff didn't check on the injury or provide any help to CH1. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Identified through several staff members' statements that CH1 was bit by CH2 in the classroom. CH1 informed staff members, but no one checked on the injury or provided any help. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision- making, judgment and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/26/2024 Correct by 08/19/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : The program failed to report an injury to the Department. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.124.A.1.b · Within twenty-four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty-four (24) hours of a child’s return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: An injury to a child that requires medical attention by a health care professional or admission to a hospital, whether or not treatment was given. This report must be completed in the online injury system within 24 hours of an incident. If a provider is unable to access the online system, you must use the paper form, and submit the form to the Department within 24 hours of the incident.

Identified through a staff member's statement that CH1's parents took CH1 to the doctor to check on an injury occurred at the program. Correction: Immediately (8/19/2024) all injuries to a child that requires medical attention by a health care professional must be reported to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood through the online injury system within 24 hours of an incident. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/26/2024. Correct by 08/19/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : The program didn't follow their agreement with POC regarding the safety of CH1. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.