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

In the preschool classroom there was disinfectant under the sink in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. The disinfectant was labeled "Keep out of reach" FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ ** This is a direct violation of stipulation N on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that items labeled Keep out of reach are inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by locking the cabinet and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 06/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

In the toddler 2 room there was a puzzle labeled for children ages 2 years and older and the room had children under the age of 2 years present. Correction: Ensure that materials are developmentally appropriate. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the puzzle from the room. No response required. Correct by 06/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2026

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.

In the preschool classroom there was a broken basket on a shelf accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that equipment and materials are free from hazards. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the basket from the room and making safe. No response required. Correct by 06/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2026

Category: physical safety. 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). FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

Through staff interviews found that CH1 received an injury at the center. Staff members were aware of the injury happening. Staff failed to document on an injury report the event and no report was given to the parent of the the child. Correction: Ensure that all injuries that occur at the center are documented and a copy of the record of such injuries is provided to the parent / guardian of the child. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 6/18/26. Correct by 06/11/2026 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.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.

Through review of name to face documentation and staff interviews, it was found that the preschool classroom was being supervised by an unqualified staff member on 5/22/26 from 3:15pm-4:05pm and again 4:54pm-5:58pm. The facility received technical assistance regarding this issue on 5/19/26; however, the facility continued to allow an unqualified staff member to supervise children alone. ** This is a direct violation of stipulation (K) on the probationary license Correction: Ensure that there is a qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children at all times. Correct immediately and submit a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/18/26. Correct by 06/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2026

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

In the Toddler 3 room there were loose trash bags under the sink in an unlocked cabinet. These bags were accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that loose plastic bags are inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at the time of visit by locking the cabinet and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/19/2026

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.

Through review found that ratio was not maintained in the following room on 5/19/26: Preschool 1 room: 8:02am-8:09am, there were 12 children and 1 staff member. Ratio should have been 1 staff to 10 children. ***This is a direct violation of stipulation (D) on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that ratio is maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 5/26/26 Correct by 05/19/2026

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

Through review found that Maximum Group size was not maintained in the following room on 5/19/26: Toddler 2 room: 8:00am-8:06am, there were 11 children present with 2 staff members. Maximum Group size for this age group is 10 children. Correction: Ensure that maximum group size is maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 5/26/26 Correct by 05/19/2026

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

In the toddler 3 room there were 2 puzzles listed as developmentally appropriate for children ages 2 years and older. The toddler 3 room had children under the age of 2 years present. Correction: Ensure that materials are developmentally appropriate for the children that are using them. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at the time of visit by removing the puzzles from the room. No response required. Correct by 05/19/2026

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026

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

2.216.C.2 · Staff aides must be at least sixteen (16) years of age, must work directly under the supervision of the director or a toddler early childhood teacher, and must have completed eight (8) hours of orientation at the toddler program.

Reviewed 20 staff files and found 2 assistants / aides working in a toddler classroom without documentation of a completed 8 hour toddler orientation specific to the facility. The facility received technical assistance about this issue on 3/5/26. ***This is a direct violation of stipulation (L) on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that assistants / aides working in a toddler classroom receive 8 hours of toddler specific orientation specific to the facility. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 5/26/26. Correct by 05/19/2026

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2026

Category: supervision. 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 the drill log and found no drills of any kind were preformed and documented in 2026. Correction: Moving forward ensure that drills are preformed and documented according to rules and regulations. Correct

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

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:

Reviewed 4 staff files and found 1 without documentation of an out of state background check. **This is a direct violation of stipulation M on the probationary license. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that the staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State background check clearance letter for the staff member with written response to the

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

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

In the main hall there was a unsecured storage room that had Sta-Flo Liquid Starch that was accessible to children and labeled "Keep out of Reach". **This is a direct violation of stipulation N on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that items labeled "keep out of reach" are inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at the time by locking the storage room and making the item inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 04/23/2026

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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 preschool room there were pom pom balls in the sensory table, and the room had children under the age of 3 years. The pom pom balls fit into a choke tube. **This is a direct violation of stipulation N on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that items that fit into a choke tube are inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correct Immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by making the pom pom balls inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 04/23/2026

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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 preschool and toddler playground there was weed barrier showing and posing a potential hazard to children. **This is a direct violation of stipulation N on the probationary license. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Ensure that indoor and outdoor areas are free form hazards. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by placing more wood chips on both playgrounds and fully covering the weed barrier. No response required. Correct by 04/23/2026

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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

2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

Through review found the following rooms out of max group size regulation: 3/30/26: Toddler 2 from 7:50am-7:52am had 12 children and the max group size was 10 children. 3/31/26: Toddler 2 from 7:58am-8:08am had 12 children and the max group size was 10 children. Preschool from 8:58am-9:40am had 21 children and max group size was 20 children FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 4/3/26: Preschool from 8:58am-9:40am had 21 children and max group size was 20 children 4/9/26: Preschool from 7:35am-7:45am had 22 children and max group size was 20 children 4/23/26: Toddler 2 from 7:56am-8:00am had 11 children and max group size was 10 children. ** This is a direct violation of stipulation D on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that max group size is maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 4/30/26. Correct by 04/23/2026 ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: ratio. 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.

In the school age room there was no ratio or capacity signed posted. This is a direct violation of stipulation D on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that there is a ratio and capacity sign posted in each licensed space. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by by posting the ratio and capacity sign in the school age room. No response required. Correct by 03/25/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.14.a · In other preschool age combinations, the staff ratio for the youngest child must be utilized if more than twenty percent (20%) of the group is composed of younger children. This does not apply to infants and toddlers. The ratio for toddler groups is based on the youngest child in the group.

The school age room was out of ratio during the following times on 3/25/26: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 8:00am-8:22am- There were 17 children in the room with 1 staff member. Ratio was 1:12 during this time because over 20% of the children in the room were 4 years of age. 8:22am-8:49am- There were 16 children in the room with 1 staff member. Ratio was 1:15 during this time and the room was following the 20% age rule. This is a direct violation of stipulation D on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that ratio is maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit a plan for ongoing compliance by 4/1/26. Correct by 03/25/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

Category: ratio. 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 courtyard there were diapering supplies accessible to children on a counter. Correction: Ensure that diapering supplies are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** corrected at the time of visit by removing the items from the room and making safe. No response required. Correct by 03/25/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

In the Early preschool room staff did not know how many children were in their care when asked by the licensing specialist. Staff stated that they had 10 children in their care but actually had 12 children. Staff did not know how many children were in their care from 8:57am-9:30am. This is a direct violation of stipulation F on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that staff know at all times how many children are in their care. Correct immediately and submit a plan for ongoing compliance by 4/1/26. Correct by 03/25/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

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.

On the school age playground, the privacy screen was not attached to the gate posing a potential hazard. This is a direct violation of stipulation N on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that all areas are free from hazards both indoors and outdoors. Correct immediately. ** corrected at the time of visit by using zip ties to secure the privacy screen and making safe. No response required. Correct by 03/25/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

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

2.229.B · Window blind cords must be secured out of children's reach to prevent strangulation.

In the pre-K room there were window blind cords freely hanging down and accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that window blind cords are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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 preschool 1 bathroom there were diapering supplies accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that diapering supplies are inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at the time of visit by putting the diapering supplies on a high shelf and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 03/05/2026

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2026

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.

In the toddler 2 and pre-K rooms, napping mats were spaced less than 2 feet apart. Correction: Ensure that napping mats are spaced at least 2 feet apart. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit moving the mats to be more than 2 feet apart. No response required Correct by 02/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

In the Early preschool classroom there was glass cleaner labeled "keep out of reach" that was accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that all items labeled "keep out of reach" are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by putting the cleaner on a high shelf making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 02/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026

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.

Ratio was not maintained in the following rooms: 2/11/26: Tod/2's room: 7:40am-7:48am, there were 6 children and 1 staff member. Ratio should have been 1 staff to 5 children because 1 year olds were present in the room; 2/11/26:Early Preschool: 9:34am-10:56am, there were 9 children and 1 staff member, ratio should have been 1 staff member to 8 children. 1/26/26: 2's room: 9:10am-9:13am, there was 1 staff and 9 children. Ratio should have been 1 staff member to 8 children. ***This is a direct violation of stipulation (D) on the probationary license. Correction: Ensure that ratio is maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 2/18/26

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

On the preschool playground there was weed barrier exposed and metal edging on the fence was pulling away and had sharp edges. In the toddler 1 room there was a changing pad that had edges that were broken open. All items posed a potential hazard to children. Correction: Ensure that all indoor and outdoor areas are free from hazards. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 2/18/26. Correct by 02/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026

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

2.225.A · Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

Through staff interviews found that staff at the site were raising their voices to gain compliance for children that were having behavioral issues. Correction: Ensure that staff are using guidance that is appropriate for the development of the children in care. Correct immediately and submit a plan for compliance by 2/18/26 Correct by 02/11/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026

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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

During the walk through the 2’s room had children ages 1yr-2.5yr present. The ratio in the room should have been 1 staff to 5 children. The room had 1 staff member and 7 children from 10:09am-10:41am. The room was out of ratio by 2 children during that time. Correction: Ensure that ratio is maintained at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by placing a 2nd staff member in the room to meet ratio. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

In the Early preschool room there was bubbles on a low shelf, in the unlocked hall storage room there was potting soil and in the unlocked laundry room there was soaps / disinfectants. All items were labeled "keep out of reach" and were accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that all items labeled "keep out of reach" are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by locking the hall storage and laundry rooms and by moving the bubbles to a higher shelf, making all items inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2026

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 preschool 1 room there was an animal puzzle with small parts that fit into a choke tube. The room had a child under the age of 3years present. Correction: Ensure that all items that fit into a choke tube are inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the animal puzzle and making safe. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2026

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 preschool playground there was exposed weed barrier posing a potential hazard. Correction: Ensure that all indoor and outdoor areas are free from hazards. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by the assistant director raking woods chips around to cover the weed barrier. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2026

Category: physical safety. 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.

In the Toddler 2 room it showed the room was out of ratio during the following time: 7:27am-7:30am- 7 children were present with 1 staff member and ratio for the room should be 1 staff to 5 children. Correction: Ensure that ratio is maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 12/30/25 Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

Category: ratio. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

In the 2's room from 12:18pm-2:10pm there were 11 children present in the classroom but 12 were signed in on the name to face. Correction: The time a child arrives and leaves the center must be documented. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 12/30/25 Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

In Pre-K and and Preschool 1 room, napping cots were spaced less than 2 feet apart. Correction: Ensure that napping mats are spaced at least 2 feet apart. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at the time of visit by moving the cots to be more than 2 feet apart. No response required. Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 2's room, there was artwork with cotton balls on it, posing a choking hazard. Correction: Ensure that all items that are choking hazards are inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the art from the classroom and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

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 Preschool and toddler playgrounds, the privacy screening was freely flapping in the wind and not secured to the fence, posing a potential hazard. Correction: Ensure that all indoor and outdoor areas are free from hazards. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 12/30/25 Correct by 12/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

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

2.121.F · The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to probationary or fine a child care facility if the applicant(s), an affiliate of the applicant, or any person living with or employed by the applicant has been found to violate any of the provisions set forth in section 26.5-5-317(2), C.R.S.

The PDIS Large Center Director certificate for the Assistant Director was altered. The certificate made available for review stated that the Assistant Director was awarded a Large Center Director Credential. The awarded credential associated with the PDIS credential via tracking number is attached to a ECPC level 2 credential for the same staff member. Identified that ECPC Large Center Director credential for the Assistant Director was never issued and was denied. 26.5-5-317(2)(g) C.R.S. Furnish or make any misleading or any false statement or report to the department. Correction: Furnishing a false or misleading report to the department may result in adverse action. Correct immediately 11/20/25 and submit a written plan of compliance by 11/27/25. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.

The 2's room was out of ratio from 8:07am-8:09am. The ratio in the room should have been 1 adult to 7 children, and the room had 8 children with 1 adult during that time frame. Correction: Ensure that staff ratios are maintained at all times. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 11/27/25. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

Category: ratio. 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.

In the Preschool 1 there were cots with children sleeping on them spaced less than 2 feet apart. Correction: Ensure that all cots are spaced at least 2 feet apart. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by moving the cots to be spaced 2 feet apart. No response required. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 preschool playground there was exposed weed barrier showing posing a potential hazard. Correction: Ensure that the outdoor areas are free from hazards. Correct immediately. ** corrected at time of visit by raking the wood chips in the area to fully cover the exposed weed barrier. No response required. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

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

2.223.D.4.c · A fitted sheet and a blanket, or suitable covering, must be provided for each child to be used only by that child.

In the Preschool 1 room there was a child napping on a cot without a fitted sheet. Correction: Ensure that all cots have a fitted sheet. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by placing a sheet on the cot. No response required. Correct by 10/22/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

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.

In the Pre-K room there were 5 cots that were spaced less than 2 feet apart. Correction: Ensure that all napping cots are spaced at least 2 feet apart. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by moving the cots making them more than 2 feet spaced apart. No response required. Correct by 10/22/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.B · Window blind cords must be secured out of children's reach to prevent strangulation.

In the Early Preschool room there was window blind cord freely hanging down posing a potential hazard. Correction: Ensure that window blind cords are secured. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by securing the window cords. No response required. Correct by 10/22/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

Through staff interviews and the review of digital documentation, found that the facility messaged through the parent app about a severe reaction and never made a call nor attempted to follow up on contacting the parent about the reaction. Correction: Staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making and concern for the proper care of children. Correct

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.217.A.3 · The director of the center must be present at the center at least sixty percent (60%) of any day that the center is open.

Through staff interviews and review of scheduling documentation found that on 10/10/25 there was no qualified director or assistant director working at the site. Also found that on 10/22/25 there was not a qualified director or assistant director working 60% of the day during operational hours of the facility. Correction: Ensure that there is a qualified director or assistant director on site 60% of the day during operational hours of the facility. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 10/29/25 Correct by 10/22/2025 ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 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.

Through review found that on 10/10/25 the program was out of ratio in the following rooms: ~Tod 2- Ratio was 1:5 and from 7:17am-7:30am there was 7 children with 1 staff member. ~2’s- Ratio was 1:8 and from 8:20am-8:25am there was 10 children with 1 staff member. Also on 10/22/25 the following rooms show out of ratio: ~Pre-K: Ratio was 1:12 and from 8:57am-9:12am there was 14 children with 1 staff member. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ ~Infants: Ratio was 1:5 and from 10:40am-11:55am there was 7 children with 1 staff member. ~Preschool 1: Ratio was 1:10 and from 9:25am-10am there was 17 children with 1 staff member. Correction: Ensure that child to staff ratios are maintained at all times. Corrected immediately and submit compliance by 10/29/25 Correct by 10/22/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

Through review found that on 10/10/25 the program was out of max group size in the following rooms: ~Tod 2: Max group size was 10 children and they were over max group size from 7:41am-7:45am with 13 children and again from 7:50am-8:04am with 12 children. Correction: Ensure that max group size maintained at all times. Corrected immediately and submit compliance by 10/29/25 Correct by 10/22/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

Category: ratio. 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:

Reviewed 2 staff files and found 1 without documentation of a completed out of state background check. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that the staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State background check Clearance Letter for the staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 09/25/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025

Category: supervision. 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.

In the Toddler 2 room there were 6 children signed in on the name to face but only 5 were present. Correction: Ensure that attendance verification is completed when children transition into another classroom. Correct

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

2.223.D.4.c · A fitted sheet and a blanket, or suitable covering, must be provided for each child to be used only by that child.

In the preschool and pre-k room there were children napping on cots that did not have sheets on them. Correction: Ensure that each child is provided a sheet for their napping cot. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by adding a sheet to the napping cots. No response required. Correct by 09/25/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025

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 infant room there was sensory bottles with unsecured lids that had small beads in them, and in the Early Preschool room there was magnets on a door jam. All items fit into a choke tube and were accessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correction: Ensure that all items that fit into a choke tube are inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit. by removing the items from both classrooms and making them inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 09/25/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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:

Reviewed 2 staff files and found 1 without documentation of an out of state clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that the staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letter for the staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 09/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 early preschool and toddler 3 rooms, diapering supplies were accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that diapering supplies are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct Immediately. ** Corrected at

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.229.B · Window blind cords must be secured out of children's reach to prevent strangulation.

In the Courtyard and early preschool rooms, Blind cords were freely hanging down and accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that all blind cords are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by wrapping up the cords and making them inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 09/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.234.A · The center must comply with applicable state and local building and fire codes.

In the Pre-K room there was a shelf blocking the secondary emergency exit. Correction: Ensure that all emergency egress exits are free and clear of obstacles. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by moving the shelf and making the exit clear. No response required. Correct by 09/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2025

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

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

In the Preschool 2 classroom there was bubbles, and soap labeled "keep out of reach" and accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that all items labeled keep out of reach are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the bubbles and soap and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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 15 children files and found 2 with expired emergency medication authorizations. Correction: Obtain and maintain required documentation for all children at the center. Correct immediately and submit

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

In the preschool 2's classroom, Staples were stuck in the carpet and accessible to children under 3 years of age. Correction: Ensure that staples are inaccessible at all times to children under the age of 3 years. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the staples from the carpet and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

In the preschool 2 classroom, Tacks were used to hang wall decor in a room accessible to children under 3 years of age. Correction: Ensure that tacks are not used in rooms with children under the age of 3 years. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing the tacks from the room and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

In the toddler 3 and preschool 1 rooms, loose Ziploc bags were accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that loose plastic bags are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing from the classrooms and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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 following rooms chokables were accessible to children under 3 years old: Preschool 2: Small chalk pieces Preschool 1: Pom Pom Balls and melt beads in an unlocked drawer FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Large Playground: Small Chalk Pieces Correction: Ensure that items that fit into a choke tube are inaccessible to children under 3 years old. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing all of the items in each classroom that posed a choke hazard. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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.

In the following rooms hazards were observed creating a safety concern for children: Pre-k: A power cord was plugged into the wall and not into a device posing a potential shock hazard. Preschool: A power cord was plugged into the wall and not into a device posing a potential shock hazard. School Age Playground: a Teether ball was hanging freely on the playground with 2 year old children on it, posing a potential strangulation hazard. Correction: Ensure that all rooms used for care are free from hazards. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by unplugging the cords in each room from the wall and hanging up the teether ball making it inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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

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

In the following areas the building was found to not be in good repair: Pre-k: Paint was chipping on the walls in the classroom. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Early Preschool: Paint was chipping on the walls in the classroom. Preschool 2: Paint was chipping on the walls in the classroom. On the large Playground: Privacy screen on the exterior fence was not attached in the corners, allowing children to hide under it. On the small Playground: Privacy screen on the exterior fence was not attached in the corners, allowing children to hide under it. Correction: Ensure that the building is kept in good repair at all times. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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 large playground, at the bottom of the red climbing ladder, there is a patch of pour and play missing in an area that is required to have 6 inches of resilient surfacing. Correction: Ensure that there is 6 inches of resilient surfacing in fall zone areas. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Aalyah D. without documentation of a completed TRAILS check. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Aalyah D. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member Aalyah D. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Hannah D. without documentation of a completed CBI check. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Hannah D. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI Clearance Letter for staff member Hannah D. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 toddler 1, preschool 1, preschool 2 and 2's classrooms, diapering supplies were accessible to children in the restrooms. Previously cited on 4/21/25 Correction: Ensure that all diapering supplies are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately. ** Corrected at time of visit by removing from the restroom and making inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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 15 children files and found 5 with expired health statements and 1 without a health statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain required documentation for all children at the center. Correct by 06/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 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.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Aaliyah (DOH: 4/1/25) without a medical statement within 30 days of hire. Also found Keily without an annual self report signed health statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain required documentation for all staff at the center. Correct by 06/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2025

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 23 staff files and found Renata M. with an expired standard precautions course. (Exp: 3/1/25) Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for all staff at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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 23 staff files and found Renata M. with an expired safe sleep course. (Exp: 3/1/25) Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for all staff at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

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.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Renata M. with an expired child abuse course. (Exp: 3/1/25) Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for all staff at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.J · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Renata M. (assistant director since 8/2024) without a completed Working with an early childhood mental health consultant training course. Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for the assistant director at the center. Correct by 06/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2025

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

2.213.M · All staff who work with children must complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year, beginning with the start date of the employee. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social-emotional development.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Renata, Kaily, Elizabeth, and Shakria without documentation of 15 hours of completed professional development within the last year. Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for all staff at the center. Correct by 06/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.C.2 · Staff aides must be at least sixteen (16) years of age, must work directly under the supervision of the director or a toddler early childhood teacher, and must have completed eight (8) hours of orientation at the toddler program.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Nissi without documentation of a completed toddler orientation and was FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ working in a toddler classroom at the time of the visit. Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for all staff at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 15 children files and found 1 child with the incorrect exemption form. Correction: Obtain and maintain required documentation for all children at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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

2.220.K · Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.

Reviewed 15 children files and found 1 child with an expired topical ointment form and 5 children with missing topical ointment forms. Correction: Obtain and maintain required documentation for all children at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: ratio. 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. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 23 staff files and found Lexi W. without documentation of a completed Prevention of shaken baby/ abusive head trauma training and was working with children under 3 years of age. Correction: Obtain and maintain required training for all staff at the center. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 6/15/25. Correct by 05/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

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

Identified through staff statements that Child 1 was left unattended in a classroom for 30-33 minutes. Correction: Ensure that children are under the direct supervision of a qualified staff member at all times. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 5/22/25 Correct by 05/15/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Child 1's class transitioned to another room and name to face checks were not completed at this time by staff. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 staff statements that on 1/27/25 name to face verification was not completed at the time of a classroom transition. On 5/15/25, In the Pre-K classroom, staff said there were 23 children in the room but there were 24 children present. The 24th child arrived at 9:34am and staff did not know how many children they had from 9:34am-10:23am. In the preschool 1 room, staff said there were 20 children in the room, but 18 were present. 2 children were signed out of the room at 8:30am and staff did not know the count from 8:30am-10:00am. Staff in the preschool room also did not complete the name to face when they entered the room from the playground transition. Correction: Ensure that the time a child arrives and departs a classroom is documented on the name to face verification sheet. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 5/22/25 ***Previously cited on 4/21/25 Correct by 05/15/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Identified through staff statements that PRS 2 had 11 children at the time of the incident and also that PRS 2 had 32 children on the day of the incident. Also it was identified that the infant room had 8 children with 1 staff member and that most rooms would be out of ratio in the mornings. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

Reviewed face to name transition sheets from January 2025 and May 2025. Identified on 1/27/25 that the preschool 1 classroom had 1 staff member to 12 children ages 2.5-3.5 years, and the infant room had 1 staff member to 9 children. On 5/15/25 the infant 1 room had 1 staff and 6 children from 7:30am-7:36am. The 2's classroom had 1 staff and 11 children from 8:45am-9:50am. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Ensure that child to staff ratios are followed at all times. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 5/22/25. ***Previously cited on 4/21/25 Correct by 05/15/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : On 1/27/25 in the AM, 32 children were in the in the Preschool 2 room with 2 staff for approximately 15-20 minutes. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

Reviewed face to name transition sheets from January 2025 and May 2025, and identified at least 16 days that the facility was out of max group size for infants, toddler and preschool aged children. Correction: Ensure that maximum group size is maintained at all times according to the cart above. Correct immediately and submit compliance by 5/22/25 Correct by 05/15/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.