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1080 Kalamath ST, Denver CO 80204 · License #64856 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 12 staff files and identified SM1 (DOH 10/21/2024), SM2 (DOH 10/17/2024), SM5 (DOH 6/30/2025) to be missing out-of-state background check clearances. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that SM1, SM2, SM5 have reviewed the powerpoint
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
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 12 staff files and identified program to be lacking documentation of toddler orientation for SM10 who currently works in a toddler classroom. Correction: Staff aides teaching in a toddler classroom must have completed eight hours of orientation at the toddler program. Correct Immediately. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 12/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Founded
Disposition: Unfounded
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2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.
Observed thumb tacks located on bulletin board on the back wall accessible to children less than three years of age in the Jr Preschool classroom. Correction: Thumb tacks must not be accessible to children less than three years of age. Correct Immediately. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 12/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 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.
Observed the following items posing choking hazards in the Jr Preschool classroom accessible to children under three years of age: alphabet puzzle pieces, and Christmas bulbs lining bathroom dutch door. Correction: All areas accessible to children less than three years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards. Corrected on site. Assistant director removed and disposed of all itmes posing a choking hazard. No response required.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
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 files and identified program to be lacking documentation of the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid or CPR module for SM3. Identified through review SM3 does not need to meet the CPR/FA ratio. Correction: All staff members 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. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 01/03/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2026
Category: ratio. 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 files and identified program to be lacking documentation of the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias for SM1 (DOH 10/21/24). Correction: All staff members are required to complete the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training within ninety calendar days of employment. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 01/03/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: T_H_E _G_OL_D_E_N _TR_IA_N_G_LE_ L_E_AR_N_IN_G_ C_E_NT_E_R_ S_T._ LJiOc_eH_nNs_eS _Nu_m_b_er _: 6_4_85_6_______ ________________________________________________ the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 12 staff files and observed program to have expired child abuse neglect inquiry background clearance for SM3 (DOH 8/17/2019). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that SM3 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI, FBI, TRAILS, Or Out of State background check, Out of State Clearance Letters) for SM3 with written response to Specialist. Correct by 12/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 12 staff files and observed program to have expired FBI background clearance for SM3 (DOH 8/17/2019). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that SM3 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI, FBI, TRAILS, Or Out of State background check, Out of State Clearance Letters) for SM3 with written response to Specialist. Correct by 12/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Observed loose lacing string posing strangulation hazard in the Jr Preschool classroom accessible to children under three years of age. Correction: All materials must be safe and free of hazards to children under three. Correct immediately. Corrected on site. Assistant Director removed item ad placed on shelf inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 12/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.138.A · Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.
In a review of emergency drills, the program was missing documentation of a fire drill in November 2024. Correction: Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premesis drills must be held at least quarterly but often enought so that 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. A record of all emergency drills held over the last 12 months must be maintained by the facility or center including the date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate. Correct immediately. Provide written statement to licensing specialist of tthe process the program will use to ensure drills are conducted and documented according to required timeline and regulations. Correct by 12/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.
Staples were observed on the bulletin board inside the toddler 3 classroom and on the walls outside the classroom. Correction: Staples must be inaccesesible to children less than three years of age. Correct immediately. Teacher corrected at time of visit. No further response needed. Correct by 12/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
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 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.
In a review of 12 staff files, nine staff members (Kara, Jessica, Aileen, Kaleigh, Honey, Ariyonna, Azelia, Olivia & Shatavia) were missing documentation of a pre-service building and physical premesis safety training prior to working with the children. Correction: All staff must complete a pre-service building and physical premesis safety training prior to working with the children. Correct immediately. Provider corrected at time of visit. No further response required. Correct by 12/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
In a review of 12 staff files, one staff member (Shatavia) was found to be missing current documentation of a Department-approved standard precautions training renewed annually. Correction: 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. Correct immediately. Provide written verification to licensing specialist that Shatavia has completed the training and place documentation in her file. Correct by 12/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.B.1.b.1 · An infant program early childhood teacher must meet the following requirements: Meet the qualifications for an early childhood teacher found at rule section 2.216(A), or be qualified as an infant program supervisor; and
In a review of 5 staff files, Aileen was found to be missing qualifications for an early childhood teacher found at rule section 2.216 (A) and was observed to be alone with children at 8:00am-8:05am on 8/15/24, at 7:46am-8:00am on 8/7/24, and 7:46am-3:41pm on 8/8/24. Correction: An infant program early childhood teacher must meet the following requirements: Meet the qualifications for an early childhood teacher found at rule section 2.216(A) in addition to the (455 hours) of verifiable experience in the care and supervision of children under three (3) years of age. Correct immediately. Submit written plan of action to licensing
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
7.702.81.A.3 · Rooms licensed for specific ages of children cannot be used for other ages of children without the prior written approval of the licensing authority.
An infant child under 12 months old to be in the Toddler 1 classroom. The Toddler 1 classroom is licensed for children 1yr - 3yrs of age. Correction: Licensed age and capacity must be adhered to at all times. Correct immediately. Document future compliance to Licensing Specialist with written response. **CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. The director moved the infant back into their infant classroom, 11/06/2023. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
Electrical outlets to be accessible to children and to be missing protective covers in the following areas: Wall behind shelf in the Preschool classroom. Correction: In areas used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers or safety outlets must be installed. Obtain protective covers for all electrical outlets accessible to children. **CORRECTED
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
7.702.41.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.
Identified that Amber J. completed infant safe sleep training on 6/21/23 and a child in her care was found in an unsafe sleep environment. Correction: Infants Safe Sleep Sacks must be restriction free to allow arm and leg movement. Immediately ensure that all safe sleep practices are followed for all infants at all times. Document future compliance to Licensing Specialists with written response. **CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, staff removed infants from sleep sacks, 11/06/2023. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.C.19.a · Clothing sacks or other clothing designed for sleep must be worn in lieu of blankets if needed for additional warmth. Clothing must not restrict the movement of the child’s arms or legs.
An infant wearing a Safe Sleep Sack that are not approved for use. Correction: Infants Safe Sleep Sacks must be restriction free to allow arm and leg movement. Immediately ensure that all safe sleep practices are followed for all infants at all times. Document future compliance to Licensing Specialists with written response. **CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, staff removed infant from sleep sack, 11/06/23. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: T_H_E _G_OL_D_E_N _TR_IA_N_G_LE_ L_E_AR_N_IN_G_ C_E_NT_E_R_ S_T._ LJiOc_eH_nNs_eS _Nu_m_b_er _: 6_4_85_6_______ ________________________________________________
Lauren L. (Lead) to have an expired safe sleep training certificate and was renewed during our inspection visit. Identified through director statement, Lauren L. is a floater and works all classrooms. Correction: Each provider or staff member must complete a Department approved safe sleep training course and renew annually prior to working with infants or if licensed for infant care. Correct immediately. Obtain documentation of training and add to staff file. Document future compliance with the written response. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.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.
The following items to be accessible to children under three and posing a choking hazard: Googly eyes in Toddler 1, Ages 11mo-18mo, and Toddler 2, Ages 12mo-18mo. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials accessible to children less than three years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. **CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, staff removed art work with the googly eyes and stored in place out of reach of children, 11/06/2023. No response is necessary for this violation. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.a · 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. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.
1 of 1 child file reviewed to have documentation of their immunization status or exemption to be on Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's (CDPHE) on non- approved required form. Correction: Prior to or on the first day of admission all children must present documentation of immunization status or exemption as required by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Correct immediately. Obtain documentation of immunization status for all children enrolled. Document compliance to the Licensing Specialist with the written response. Correct by 11/20/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.34.A · 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:
1 of 1 child file reviewed to be missing admission documentation. Correction: Add the missing documentation to the admission record and collect the information for all children in care. Correct immediately. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.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.
Amber J. supervising five (5) infants in the infant 1 classroom. Identified through staff file review that Amber J. not early childhood teacher qualified. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: T_H_E _G_OL_D_E_N _TR_IA_N_G_LE_ L_E_AR_N_IN_G_ C_E_NT_E_R_ S_T._ LJiOc_eH_nNs_eS _Nu_m_b_er _: 6_4_85_6_______ ________________________________________________ Correction: There must be assigned at least one qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children. Correct immediately. Send copies of documentation of ECT qualifications for all ECTs to Licensing Specialist. Document future compliance to Licensing Specialist with written response. Correct by 11/06/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.