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1791 S 8th Street Unit E, Colorado Springs CO 80905 · License #1749242 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 ten staff files, two staff had unsupervised access to children without all criminal background checks being completed. 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.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.122.A · Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.
Reviewed program records, Fire Inspection had expired. Correction: Programs must be inspected by the local fire department every two years, with an approving inspection report. Immediately obtain a fire inspection. Submit documentation and written verification of compliance by 5/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
Reviewed five child files, two children were missing updated, written authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Documentation of written, signed and dated authorization for emergency medical care must be updated annually. Immediately review all child files and submit written verification of compliance by 6/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: G_o_ld_en_ M_o_un_ta_in _M_on_te_ss_or_i S_c_ho_ol_ T_od_dl_er_s ____Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 1_7_49_24_2______ ________________________________________________ children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed ten staff files, one staff member had not completed Standard Precautions training. Correction: Immediately review all staff files and submit documentation of completed Standard Precautions training and written verification of future compliance by 6/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.C · Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed ten staff files, one staff member had not completed Safe Sleep training. Correction: Immediately review all staff files and submit documentation of completed Safe Sleep training and written verification of future compliance by 6/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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 ten staff files, one staff member had not completed the 1st Aid and CPR module within 30 days of employment. Correction: Immediately review all staff files and submit documentation of completed the 1st Aid and CPR module and written verification of future compliance by 6/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: G_o_ld_en_ M_o_un_ta_in _M_on_te_ss_or_i S_c_ho_ol_ T_od_dl_er_s ____Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 1_7_49_24_2______ ________________________________________________
Reviewed ten staff files, one staff member had not completed Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of employment. Correction: Immediately review all staff files and submit documentation of completed Child Abuse Prevention training and written verification of future compliance by 6/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.L · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.
Reviewed ten staff files, one staff member had not completed at least one hour of child development training. Correction: Immediately review all staff files and submit documentation of child development training and written verification of future compliance compliance by 6/2/2026. Correct by 05/19/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.B.1.c · Prior to being assigned a group of children, the infant program early childhood teacher must complete eight (8) hours of orientation in the infant program under the supervision of the infant program supervisor. The orientation may include, but not limited to, the following topics:
Reviewed five staff files, five staff (Angelina E, Cecelia A, Farah C, Joy A and Yan R). were missing documentation of Infant/Toddler Orientation completed prior to being assigned to a group of infants and toddlers. Correction: Immediately review staff files, ensure that Infant/Toddler Orientation is documented for staff assigned to an Infant/Toddler classroom. Corrected at time of visit. Correct by 06/26/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.G · Verbal abuse and derogatory remarks about the child are not permitted.
Identified through staff statements that SM2 did not like a child in her care and made that known to both the child and other staff members. Correction: Immediately ensure that staff receive training and do not use verbal abuse and derogatory remarks about children. Submit documentation, written verification and a plan for future compliance by 6/5/2025. Correct by 05/29/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Injury was not reported within the required timeframe - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed the facility failed to report the occurrence of a critical incident within 24 hours to the CDEC FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Division of Early Learning, Licensing and Administration. Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff report critical incidents within 24 hours to the CDEC Division of Early Learning, Licensing and Administration. Submit documentation, written verification and a plan for future compliance by 6/5/2025. Correct by 05/29/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Classroom was left out of ratio. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Identified through staff statements that on 1/22/2025 at approximately 10:30am, SM1 left the Infant Room with 7 infants and one staff member for approximately 10 minutes. Correction: Immediately ensure that staff to child ratio is not exceeded at any time. Submit written verification and a plan for future compliance by 6/5/2025. Correct by 05/29/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 staff statements that SM1 left the Infant Room with 7 infants and one staff member for FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ approximately 10 minutes. Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit written verification and a plan for future compliance by 6/5/2025. Correct by 05/29/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility failed to report incidents as required by statute and licensing regulations. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.126.B · Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.
Observed the facility failed to report critical incidents immediately to the proper authorities. Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff are trained to report critical incidents to the proper authorities immediately. Submit documentation, written verification and a plan for future compliance by 6/5/2025. Correct by 05/29/2025 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Children are handled roughly. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Children are left to cry for an undetermined amount of time. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
There were diapers accessible to children in the Toddler 2 classroom. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. All items were placed on a shelf that is out of reach of children. A written response is not required. Correct by 05/29/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
There was an extension outlet in the Toddler 3 classroom that was accessible to children but did not have protective covers. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. Protective covers were attached to the outlet. A written response is not required. Correct by 05/29/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
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.
Observed a prospective employee in the Infant Room caring for children, prior to having successfully completed criminal background record requests. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that prospective staff member Angelina P has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI/FBIv background check Clearance Letters for Angelina P. with written response to Specialist by 6/5/2025. Correct by 05/29/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.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. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 4 staff files. 1 staff member Shana E observed working with toddlers did not have a Department approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training. Correction: Immediately staff must complete the Department approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training. This training must be updated every 2 years. Submit training certificates and written statement of compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.34.A.7 · The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.
Reviewed 3 children's files. 1 child did not have a current authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Immediately review all children's files and obtain signed dated authorization for emergency medical care. This authorization must be updated annually. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 4 staff files. 3 staff members Talisha H Terrell R and Cindy C did not have a current Department approved Standard Precautions training that meets current OSHA standards. Correction: Immediately staff must complete the Department approved Standard Precautions training that meets current OSHA standards. This training must be updated annually. Submit training certificates and written statement of compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.C · Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 4 staff files. 3 staff members Talisha H Terrell R and Cindy C did not have a current Department approved Safe Sleep Training. Correction: Immediately staff must complete the Department approved Safe Sleep Training This training must be updated annually. Submit training certificates and written statement of compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
Reviewed 4 staff files. 3 staff members Talisha H Terrell R and Cindy C did not have a current Department approved training about Child Abuse Prevention. Correction: Immediately staff must complete the Department approved training about Child Abuse Prevention. . This training must be updated annually. Submit training certificates and written statement of compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.c · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule for routine health supervision or as required in writing by the health care provider.
Reviewed 3 children's files. 3 children under the age of 2 did not have current statements of health following the recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule. Correction: Immediately review all children's files. All children must have current statements of health signed and dated by a health care professional and updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.C.2.a · Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.
At the time of inspection observed cribs in the infant room with sheets that did not properly fit the mattresses. Correction: Immediately all cribs must have a properly fitted clean sheet. Violation was corrected at the time of inspection. Sheets were replaced with better fitting ones. Submit a written statement of ongoing compliance by 8/15/2023 Correct by 08/08/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.