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450 S Hudson St, Denver CO 80246 · License #1763485 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In Room 117, observed baby wipes and Arm and Hammer baking soda in the children's bathroom. In Room 116, observed Expo white board cleaning spray next to the white board. These items were accessible to children and pose a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the items on 3/18/2026.** Submit a plan for ongoing compliance by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Violation
On the playground observed the following: exposed sharp edges of chainlink fence, exposed large bolts in the exterior Little Tikes playground border of the woodchips, exposed screws at the base of 3 sides of the gazebo on the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ blacktop, trash and debris around the playground and blacktop area. These items were accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All outdoor play areas must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazardous materials and debris. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In Room 117, observed a gallon size loose bag in a child's cubby. In Room 116, observed an empty grocery bag in an unsecured cabinet. These items were accessible to children and pose a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all loose bags inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the plastic bags on 3/18/2026.** Submit a plan for ongoing compliance by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
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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 Mar 18, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In Room 116, observed sharp teacher scissors on the art shelf, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all sharp tools and instruments inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the scissors on 3/18/2026.** No response is required. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.1.c · Loose fill resilient surface must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency and to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches.
On the playground, observed enough resilient surface to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches, however, the resilient surface was not maintained at the bottom of the slides, posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Loose fill resilient surface must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency and to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
In Room 117, observed an outlet under the white board lacking a protective cover. In Room 116, observed 3 outlets under the white board lacking a protective cover. These outlets were accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member covered the outlets on 3/18/2026.** Submit a plan for ongoing compliance by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.C · Medications must be kept in the original labeled bottle or container. Prescription medications must contain the original pharmacy label.
Reviewed one medication and observed medication to not be in the original labeled container. Correction: All medications must be kept in the original labeled bottle or container. Correct immediately and respond with plan for ongoing compliance by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed SM5's file to be lacking documentation of a current Department-approved Standard Precautions training. Correction: Obtain a Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children and renew annually for all staff. Correct immediately and respond with documentation of training to Specialist by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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. Observed SM5's file to be lacking documentation of a current Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain a Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module and renew every two (2) years for all staff, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR. Correct and respond with documentation of training to Specialist by 4/18/2026. Correct by 04/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed SM5's file to be lacking current documentation of a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention. Correction: Obtain a Department-approved Child Abuse Prevention training prior to working with children and renew annually for all staff. Correct immediately and respond with documentation of training to Specialist by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.8 · All Department-approved Child Care Health Consultants must complete the Department-approved child care health consultant introductory training course within six (6) months of hire. Child care health consultants must complete Department-approved ongoing professional development training every three (3) years. The center must obtain and maintain proof of training completion.
Reviewed the CCHC's file and observed outdated introductory course from 2017. CCHC has not completed the updated CCHC introductory course through PDIS. Correction: All Department-approved Child Care Health Consultants must complete the Department-approved child care health consultant introductory training course. Correct immediately and submit documentation of training to Specialist by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
2.217.C.9 · All Department-approved Child Care Health Consultants must complete the Department-approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course in PDIS annually.
Reviewed the CCHC's file and observed it to be lacking current documentation of a Department-approved CDPHE immunization course in PDIS. Correction: Obtain a Department-approved CDPHE immunization course from the CCHC and update annually. Correct immediately and submit documentation of training to Specialist by 4/18/2026. Correct by 03/18/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 playground, observed 1 1/2-3 inches of resilient surface under the straight red slide. Correction: Keep all areas with climbing equipment 18 inches or higher with resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone. Correct immediately and respond by 6/1/25. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.218.C.5.a · The individual health care plan must be updated at least every twelve (12) months from the date FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ of the initial plan and as changes occur. The plan must include all information needed to care for the child, must be signed by the health care provider, parent(s)/guardian(s) and must include, but not be limited to, the following: Medication and dosing schedule;
Reviewed 1 child's healthcare plan. Observed CH1 to have an individual health care plan lacking the parent/guardian's signature. Correction: The individual health care plan must include a signature from both teh health care provider and parent/guardian. Correct immediately and respond by 6/1/25. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 Room 116, staff member stated there were 14 children in attendance after counting the children, however, 13 children were in attendance. Correction: All staff must be aware of how many children are in attendance at all times and must have a system in place to periodically verifiy attendance throughout the day. Correct and submit plan of ongoing compliance by 6/1/25. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In Room 116, observed baby wipes on the science shelf and in Room 117, observed hand sanitizer on the block shelf, accessible to children. Both items are labeled "keep out of reach of children" and pose a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, assistant teacher Devorah placed the items in a cabinet inaccessible to children on 5/1/25.** No response is required. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
In Room 117, observed teacher scissors on the teacher desk, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all sharp tools inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, assistant teacher Devorah placed the scissors in a cabinet inaccessible to children on 5/1/25.** No response is required. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 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 Room 116, observed an iPhone cord plugged in along the east wall and in Room 117, observed an iPhone cord and pencil sharpener cord on the block shelf, accessible to children. These items were longer than 18 inches and pose a potential strangulation hazard. On the playground, observed a stake/nail 4 inches long exposed in the plastic border next to the gate entrance and exposed metal on the top step of the climbing structure entrance to the monkey bars. These items pose a potential safety hazard. Correction: Keep all hazardous items inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/1/25. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.D · Over-the-counter medication must be kept in the originally labeled container and be labeled with the child's first and last name.
Reviewed medication and observed 1 bottle of over-the-counter medication to be lacking CH1's first and last name. Correction: Ensure over-the-counter medication is labeled with child's first and last name. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/1/25. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.6 · All pieces of playground equipment must be designed to guard against entrapment and strangulation. Any openings in gross motor equipment above ground must be smaller than three and one half (3 ½) inches or greater than nine (9) inches to prevent entrapment.
On the playground, observed a gap on the straight red slide between the platform and slide large enough (approximately 5/8 of an inch) to pose a potential strangulation hazard. Correction: Keep all playground equipment free from entrapment and strangulation hazards at all times. Correct
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.220.J · If a medication is out of date or left over, the parent(s)/guardian(s) is responsible for picking up the medication. If the parent(s)/guardian(s) do not respond, the center must dispose of the medications as required by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
Identified CH1's medication to be expired on 5/2024. Correction: Ensure all medication that is out of date is disposed of as required. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/1/25. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.4 · Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.
Reviewed 4 child files. Observed CH2's file to have an expired health statement, expired 11/15/24. Correction: Ensure all children files have an updated health statement. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 6/1/25. Correct by 06/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 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 5 staff files. Observed Raacheli F.'s file (DOH 7/1/23) with an expired health statement dated 8/2023 and no documentation of a self-reported health history. Correction: Obtain a physical statement from the doctor or a self-reported health history for all staff members. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 6/1/25. Correct by 06/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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.
Observed SM1 alone with 17 children ages 4 years old, for approximately 20 seconds before a second staff member arrived. The correct ratio for 4-year-olds is 1:12. Correction: Ensure all staff members are maintaining the correct staff to child ratios at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, a second staff member arrived and stayed with SM1 to maintain the ratio on 5/1/25.** No response is required. Correct by 05/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.127.A · At all times during the operating hours of the facility, except for foster care homes, the facility/agency must post the current child care license in a prominent and conspicuous location easily observable by those entering the child care facility.
During walk through, it was observed that the current child care license was not in a prominent and conspicuous location. Correction: Ensure the current child care license is in a prominent and conspicuous location easily observable by those entering the child care facility. **Corrected at time of visit, Staff moved child care license to a conspicuous location. No response required.** Correct by 06/06/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.1.c · Loose fill resilient surface must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency and to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches.
During walk through of outdoor environment observed less than 6" of resilient surfacing located under slide and swings on the playground. Correction: Ensure all areas under the swings and slides have at least 6 inches of resilient surface and is raked regularly. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/13/24. Correct by 06/06/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.8 · All outdoor play areas used for children’s activities must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris by removal of debris, dilapidated structures, and broken or worn play equipment. The staff must identify hazardous, high-risk areas; those areas must be made inaccessible to children to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents.
During walk through of outdoor environment observed trash on the ground and a hole in the bottom of the fence about 10 inches wide and 4 inches tall posing potential safety hazards. Correction: Ensure the outdoor play areas are free from hazardous materials or debris by the removal of debris and broken fence. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/13/24. Correct by 06/06/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024
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.
During walk through observed sanitizer and liquid starch labeled "keep out of reach of children" in the closet by the children's bathrooms and were accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children. **Corrected at time of visit, staff moved items to be inaccessible to children. No response required.** Correct by 06/06/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.