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Home › CO › Denver › Smarty Pants Academy Inc
3155 Elizabeth ST, Denver CO 80205 · License #1538810 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 2 child files and observed no documentation of health statement for 1 child. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of health statement. Correct by 01/04/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Unfounded
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2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 2 child files and observed no current documentation of health statement for 1 child. Correction: Obtain and maintain current health statement for all children within 30 days of enrollment. Correct by 03/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.227.C.9 · Drivers must complete a minimum of four (4) hours of Department-approved driver training. The Department’s approval will be based on the review of a training curriculum that includes at a minimum: behind the wheel training; participant transport attendance procedures including taking attendance at the destination; managing behavioral issues; loading and unloading procedures; daily vehicle inspection procedure; proper tire inflation; emergency equipment and how to use it; accident procedures; passenger illness procedures; procedures for backing up; and vehicle evacuation.
Identified through director Tamara's statement that she drives children as part of after school care services. Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of driver training for director Tamara and no documentation of driver FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ training curriculum. Correction: Create driver training curriculum and submit to specialist for review. Obtain and maintain documentation of driver training for all staff responsible for transporting children. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Broken plastic fencing on the playground with sharp edges exposed, adult scissors on the desk in the office all accessible to children and posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous items and areas inaccessible to children. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director moved adult scissors to the kitchen behind a locked door. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 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.
Several bottles of cleaning solution on the half wall between the kitchen and office, a bottle of vitamins on the desk in the office all labeled 'keep out of reach of children' and accessible to children posing a potential hazard. Correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director moved all cleaning spray bottles to the kitchen behind a locked door making them inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
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 4 staff files and observed expired documentation of Trails clearance letter for staff member Darla FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ H. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Darla H. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member Darla H. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
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 4 staff files and observed expired documentation of FBI clearance letter for staff member Darla H. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Darla H. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letter for staff member Darla H. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
Category: background checks. 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. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include:
Reviewed 5 child records and observed 3 children to have expired enrollment paperwork. Correction: Obtain and maintain current enrollment records for all children annually. Correct by 02/08/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 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 5 child files and observed no documentation of current emergency medical authorization for 3 children. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of emergency medical authorization for all enrolled children annually. Correct by 02/08/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 5 child files and observed no current documentation of health statements for 2 children. Correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of health statements for all enrolled children. Correct by 02/22/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 22, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.227.A.4 · Children must not be permitted to ride in the front seat of a vehicle and must remain seated while the vehicle is in motion. All children must be secured in a child restraint system that is appropriate for the age and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ development of that child that meets the requirements of the Colorado child passenger safety laws at sections 42-4-236 and 42-4-237, C.R.S.
Identified through owner Tamara J's statement that a school aged child rode in the front seat of her personal car during a pick up of school age children from a local elementary school. Correction: Children must not be permitted to ride in the front seat of a vehicle. Correct by 02/08/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.227.A.8 · Transportation arrangements for school-age children must be by agreement between the center and the children's parents, i.e., whether the child can walk, ride a bicycle, or travel in a car. The center must monitor the children to be sure they arrive at the center when expected and follow up on their whereabouts if they are late. Written permission from parents or guardians for their children to attend community functions after school hours must include agreements regarding transportation.
Reviewed 5 school age child files and observed no documentation of transportation agreements for 4 children who are transported by the facility to and from their local elementary school for before and after school care at Smarty Pants Academy. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and complete transportation agreements for all children transported to and from school. Correct by 02/08/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.227.A.2 · The center must obtain written permission from the parent(s)/guardian(s) for any transportation of their child(ren) while in care.
Reviewed 5 child files and observed no documentation of permission from parents/guardians for any transportation of children for 4 children. Correction: Obtain and maintain written permission from parents/guardians for transporting children. Correct by 02/08/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.