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2800 Race Street, Denver CO 80205 · License #1727697 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Trails clearance for SM3. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM3 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for SM3 with written response to the Specialist Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: background checks. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Identified through SM1's statement that they work in the infant room and had been working in the infant room the morning of the inspection. Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Infant Safe Sleep training for SM1. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Infant Safe Sleep training for all staff working with children under 12 months of age. Correct by 12/16/2025
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Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention & Reporting training for SM1. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Abuse Prevention & Reporting training. Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.N · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and annually, all staff responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course.
Identified through SM1's statement that they are responsible for maintaining child files and immunization records. Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Immunization training for SM1. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Immunization training for staff member responsible for maintaining child files and immunizations. Correct by 01/15/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 ________________________________________________
SM4 walk out of the Infant classroom leaving SM5 alone in the infant room with 7 infants. Correction: Maintain proper ratios at all times. Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 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 that SM4 completed Infant Safe Sleep training on 11/26/2025 and SM5 completed Infant Safe Sleep training on 8/14/2025 and a child in their care was found in an unsafe sleep environment. Correction: All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit detailed plan of action, including training, for all staff working with infants. Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.224.B.2 · All infants less than six (6) months of age must be held for bottle feeding. Bottles must not be propped. Older infants must not be allowed to hold their own bottles when lying flat. Bottles must not be allowed in a crib with the infant.
SM5 bottle feeding two infants under the age of 6 months laying on the ground on a boppy pillow, not being held. Correction: All infants less than 6 months of age must be held for bottle feeding. Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 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.
Cotton balls on artwork in the main hallway, pom poms in an unsecured container on the toddler playground all accessible to children under the age of 3 years and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all small toys/parts inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.C.4 · Toys, including mobiles and other types of play equipment that are designed to be attached to any part of sleeping equipment, must be kept away from sleeping infants and out of sleep environments, including hanging toys. Blankets and other items must not be hung from or draped over the sides or any part of sleeping equipment.
A 5 month old infant placed in an unsafe sleep environment; Observed infant sleeping in crib with a portable FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ sound maching (not playing) in the crib with the sleeping infant. Correction: All infants must immediately be placed in a safe sleep environment. Immediately remove sound machine from crib. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director removed sound machine from sleeping infant's crib. Submit plan of action for safe sleep in the infant room including procedures for placing infants to sleep and training for staff. Correct by 12/16/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Trails clearance letter for staff members Melissa. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Melissa has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member Melissa with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2025
Category: background checks. 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, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 2 child files and observed 1 child to have expired documentation of emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of emergency medical authorization. Correct by 01/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR training for staff member Kajanee. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR training for staff member Kajanee. Correct by 02/23/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.236.A.1 · If the office space is accessible to children, it must be free of hazards.
Disinfectant deodorant spray and Clorox wipes labeled keep out of reach in the front office accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous areas inaccessible to children. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Thumb tacks on a bulletin board in the front office area accessible to children under the age of 3 years. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous areas inaccessible to children. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
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 ________________________________________________ the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Trails clearance letter for staff member Susan. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Susan has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member Susan with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed 5 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention reporting for staff member Brianna. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Abuse Prevention training. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
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.
Three large stuffed animals in the toddler room labeled 'not intended for use by children under 3 years of age' and accessible to children under 3 years of age, broken plastic sifting tray on the playground with sharp edges accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director removed stuffed animals from the toddler room and threw away the plastic sifting tray making them inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include:
Reviewed 4 child files and observed no current documentation of admission record for 3 children. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of admission record for all enrolled children annually. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 4 child files and observed 3 children to have no current documentation of written authorization for emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of written authorization for emergency medical authorization for all enrolled children annually. Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.