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9200 E 40th Avenue, Denver CO 80238 · License #1730219 · 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 19 staff files and staff member 4 had an expired trails 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 #4 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member #4 with written response to the Specialist by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 19 staff files and staff member # 4 had an expired FBI 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 #4 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letter for staff member #4 with written response to the Specialist by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Disposition: Founded
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Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: background checks. 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.
Classroom Two's B and Classroom Preschool A were both lacking a capacity posting. Correction: Ensure that all classrooms must post in every classroom the licensed capacity and staff-to child ratio. ***Corrected at the time of the visit on 11/4/2025.*** Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 10 children's files and 1 children had an expired written authorization for emergency medical. Correction: Review and ensure all children have a current written authorization for emergency medical signed and dated by parents/gardian annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 19 staff files and staff member #3 had an expired child abuse prevention training. Correction: Review and ensure all staff members must complete the child abuse prevention training within 30 days of employment and annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Licensing Specialist reviewed the attendance verification in classroom Two's B, and there were 17 children signed in and 16 children were present. Correction: 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. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the staff member completed a name to face and wrote the time the child lefted the classroom on 11/4/2025.***Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 classroom Two's B there were several sensory bottles located in the sensory table accessible to children under the age of 3 years old. The several sensory bottles had loose caps that contained small items including plastic leaves that were posing a possible choking hazard. Correction: The facility must ensure that all small choking hazards must be made inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years old. ***Corrected at the time the staff member removed the sensory bottles from the senory table on 11/4/2025.*** Respond with a plan of on going compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 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 classroom Two's B there were several sensory bottles located in the sensory table accessible to children. The several sensory bottles had loose caps that contained water beads. The water beads poses a safety hazard. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the staff member removed the sensory bottles containing the water beads on 11/4/2025.***Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
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.
Outside on the toddler playground there was a large gap between the turf and the sidewalk that is posing a possible tripping hazard. Outside on the toddler playground along the fence there were weeds that had sharp thorns that were posing a possible safety hazard. Outside on the preschool walkway there was a broken art easel posing a possible tripping hazard. Outside on the toddler and preschool playground there was debris all along the fence. Correction: 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. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.G · All medications, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the center's policies. Access to these medications must be limited.
A child's emergency medication was sitting on the front desk accessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: All medications, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the center's policies. Access to these medications must be limited. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director placed the medication in a locked drawer on 11/4/2025.*** Respond with a plan of ongoing complaince by 11/11/2025. Correct by 11/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
A large paper cutter with a sharp blade and a pair of adult scissors were sitting on the front desk and were accessible to children coming inside the building. Correction: Ensure that sharp tools including a paper cutter and adult scissors must be stored inaccessible to children. ***Corrcected at the time of the visit the director removed the items from the front desk making the items inaccessible to children. No need for written statement of compliance.*** Correct by 04/01/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In the Pre-K A classroom there was a small container of vaseline labeled 'Keep out of reach of children" located in a child's side pocket of a backpack in an unlocked locker that is accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. This was cited on
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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.
Outside on the Preschool play ground there was a gap that was 6 1/2 inches from the ground to the bottom of the black gate. This gap poses an entrapment hazard. Correction: Ensure that the outdoor play areas must be checked daily for safety hazards. Correct immediately and respond with verification (photo) of compliance by 4/8/2024. Correct by 04/01/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2024
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 B classroom there was a brown child size reading chair located in the book area that had a hole in the arm and the inside material was exposed. Correction: Ensure that indoor furishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazard that includes the brown child size reading chair. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director placed tape of the hole. No need for written statement of compliance.*** Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 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.
A bottle of hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" was located on the visitors sign in and out stand accessible to children. Also there was a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" located on the front desk accessible to children. Outside on the toddler play ground there was a bag of wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" located on a blue toy stand outside accessible to children. Correction: Ensure that all items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director removed the two bottles of hand sanitizer. Also the the teacher removed the bag of wipes and
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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.
On the door of One's A toddler classroom there were small window clings that were posing a choking hazard for children under the age of 3 years. On the door of Two's B toddler classroom there were small window clings that were posing a choking hazard for children under the age of 3 years. Correction: Ensure that any small items including the small window clings that pose a choking hazard must be made inaccessible to children under the age of 3. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the staff members and director removed all window clings from the doors. No need for written statement of compliace.*** Correct by 03/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
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.
Diaper ointments within Infant A, Infant B and Toddler B and a child's benedryl medication in Preschool B not labeled with child's first and last name. Correction: Immediately (01/10/2024) ensure that all over-the-counter medication is labeled with each child's first and last name. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 01/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Category: health medication. 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:
Program failed to obtain enrollment/admission documentation for a child in attendance to include records of (1)child's current address and date of enrollment; (2) the parent or guardians address, phone number and work address and phone number; (3) name address, phone number of authorized pick up person; (4) name, address and phone number for emergency contact; (5) name, address and phone number for physician, dentist and hospital of choice; (6) health history; (7) emergency medical authorization; Correction: Immediately (01/10/2024) ensure that the program obtains and maintains documentation of admission for all children in attendance. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 01/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 19 staff files and observed the program to be lacking documentation of the required safe sleep training for Carol B. Correction: Immediately (01/10/2024) ensure that all staff who work with children less than 12 months of age complete a current safe sleep training annually. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 01/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.206.A · At the time of enrollment, and upon amendments to policies and procedures, the center must give the parent(s)/guardian(s) the center’s policies and procedures and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.
Reviewed 8 children's files and observed the program to be lacking documentation of the signature of the parents/guardians for the review of the program's policies and procedures. Correction: Immediately (01/10/2024) ensure that the program obtains and maintains documentation of parent/guardian signatures for the review of the program's current policies and procedures. Provide a written statement of compliance witihin the overall response. Correct by 01/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.B.10 · 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.
An expired inhaler for a child remaining in the classroom and not disposed of. Correction: Immediately (12/11/2023) ensure that all medication that is out of date or left over, is picked up by parents or properly disposed of. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.B.7 · All medications, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the center's policies. Access to these medications must be limited.
A medication in the medication backback that was on a low cart and accessible to children. Correction: Director (12/11/2023) immediately made the medication backpack with the medication inaccessible at the time of the inspection. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.5.C.5 · The individual health care plan must be updated at least every twelve (12) months from the date 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:
One medication lacking written parent authorization. Correction: Immediately (12/11/2023) ensure that all medication health care plans include written parent authorization. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Small colorful rubber bands on a counter accessible to children within the Two's A classroom. Correction: Classroom teacher immediately (12/11/2023) put the small rubber bands in a cabinet that is out of reach of the children at the time of the inspection. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Cracked cone on the preschool playground, a cracked plastic basket on a low shelf in the gym/multipurpose room and a torn chair in the Preschool B classroom. Correction: All cracked and torn equipment was immediately (12/11/2023) removed from the area at the time of the inspection. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Infant Nursery A teachers not demonstrating knowledgeable decision making when an infant under 6 months of age was placed on a boppy within Infant A classroom and had slid within the opening of the boppy creating a potential suffocation hazard. Correction: Immediately (08/11/2023) ensure that all staff demonstrate knowledgeable decision making, judgement, and concern for the proper care and well being of children. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 08/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
An unsealed sensory bottle containing small dried noodles small enough to be inhaled or a choke hazard within the Two's B classroom. Correction: Director immediately removed the unsealed sensory bottle from the classroom. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 08/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.