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Home › CO › Denver › Inspire Elementary
5677 N Galena St, Denver CO 80238 · License #1736879 · Child Care Center
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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.
At the time of the visit licensing specialist asked how many children were present and a staff member stated there 19 children. Licensing Specialist reviewed the attendance sheet and counted children and there were only 18 children present. Correction: All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. This would including knowing how many children are present at all times. Correct immediately and respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 1/15/2026. Correct by 01/08/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
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 classroom 145 there was a pink pencil box that was broken and the broken area of the pencil box was posing a possible safety hazard. Phone 303-866-5948 Name : Inspire Elementary License Number : 1736879 Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the teacher replaced and disposed of the pink broken pencil box on 1/8/2026. No response needed.*** Correct by 01/08/2026
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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 Jan 8, 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.
At the time of the visit Licensing Specialist observed 13 children ages 3 to 4 years old to 1 staff member in classroom 144. The staff member was alone with 13 children from 3:08 P.M. to 3:32PM. Correction: The facility must follow staff to child ratio at all times. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the another staff member came in at 3:32P.M. which put them into ratio on 1/8/2026.***Respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 1/15/2026. Correct by 01/15/2026 Licensed Classrooms Include: 1. Classroom: Noble 143 Classroom Type: Preschool Capacity: 20 Youngest Age: 2.5 Years Oldest Age: 6 Years Temporarily Not in Use: Yes Temporarily Not in Use - Reason: Not in Operation 2. Classroom: Arango 145
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2026
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 4 staff files and 1 staff member Stephanie S. was lacking proof of submission and 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 staff member Stephanie S has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation Out of State Clearance Letter for staff member Stephanie S. with written response to Specialist 2/17/2025. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.1.a.1 · 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: Individuals who have obtained a successfully completed CBI or FBI record check may care for children, for no longer than ninety (90) calendar days, while waiting for all other required background checks to be completed. The individual must be supervised at all times by an individual who has successfully completed all required background checks.
Reviewed 4 staff files and 1 staff member Beth B. was lacking Trails clearance letter and has been working FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ for longer than 90 days. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Beth B. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member Beth B. with written response to Specialist 2/17/2025. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
Outside on the preschool playground at the bottom of the single slide there was less than 2 inches of wood chips. Correction: All climbing equipment 18 inches or higher must have 6 inches of wood chips throughout the use zones. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 2/17/2025. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 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:
Sam and Melissa were supervising the children alone outside. Reviewed 5 staff files and 2 staff members Sam M. and Melissa M. were lacking an out of state background clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Sam M. and Melissa M. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation Out of State Clearance Letter for staff members Sam M. and Melissa M.with written response to Specialist by 3/28/2024. Correct by 03/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
Outside on the playground there was a sensory table and the plastic was broken and missing a piece. Around the missing piece the edges are sharp and posing a safety hazard. Correction: Ensure that the outdoor play space is kept safe. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/28/2023. Correct by 03/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.