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4901 N Wabash ST, Denver CO 80238 · License #1665706 · Child Care Center
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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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
In classroom 121 there were 9 children in care and 1 child was not signed on the attendance sheet. This is a direct violation of Stipulation E. Licensee will use a name-to-face attendance verification tool (paper or electronic form) and complete attendance verification for all transitions and at frequent intervals throughout the day. Licensee shall provide training for all staff on how to use the attendance verification tool and must maintain verification of the training in each employee’s staff file. 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 Director signed in the 9th child on 10/2/2025.*** Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 11/1/2025. Correct by 10/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 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 102, 104, and 110 all had containers of crayons that contained small broken pieces of crayons. The small broken pieces of crayons were accessible to children under 3 years old and was posing a possible choking hazard. This is a direct violation of stipulation L. Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Ensure all choking items must be inaccessible to children under 3 years olds. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the staff members disposed of all the small broken pieces of crayons on 10/2/2025.***Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 11/1/2025. Correct by 10/02/2025
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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 Oct 2, 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 107 there was a long cord longer than 18 inches long laying on the ground accessible to children. The long cord was posing a possible strangulation 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 placed the cord up high in a cabinet making it inaccessible to children on 10/2/2025. No response response required.*** Correct by 10/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 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 preschool playground there were cracks in the pour and play near the playground structure FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ stairs. Outside on the toddler playground where the pour and play meets the divider in the two corners were detaching from the ground posing a tripping hazard. 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 11/1/2025. Correct by 10/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 staff files and staff member 2, staff member 3, and staff member 4 all had an expired Standard Precautions training. This a direct violation of stipulation J. All staff must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom and/or per timelines prescribed in rule. This may include, but is not limited to: training and orientation in facility policies and procedures, standard precautions, CPR and first aid, safe sleep, shaken baby/abusive head trauma prevention and medication administration. Verification of completed training must be available for review at all times. Correction: All staff members must complete a Department approved Standard Precautions training and renew annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 11/1/2025. Correct by 10/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.9 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse or neglect. This training must be completed within thirty (30) days of hire and renewed every three (3) years.
Reviewed staff files and staff member #1 and staff member #2 had an expired Child Abuse Prevention training. This is a direct violation of J. All staff must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom and/or per timelines prescribed in rule. This may include, but is not limited to: training and orientation in facility policies and procedures, standard precautions, CPR and first aid, safe sleep, shaken baby/abusive head trauma prevention and medication administration. Verification of completed training must be available for review at all times. Correction: All staff members must complete a Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days and renew annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 11/1/2025. Correct by 10/02/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Reviewed staff files and staff member 3 who is responsible for children's immunization had an expired immunization training. Correction: 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. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 11/1/2025. Correct by 11/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ for routine well child exams.
Reviewed children's files and one child over the age of 2 was lacking a current health statement. Correction: 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. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 11/1/2025. Correct by 11/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Classrooms 105,106,107,121,122 were lacking the classroom capacity and staff to child ratio postings. Correction: All facilities must post in every room of the child care facility. 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. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the facility posted each capacity and staff to child ratio postings for each classroom on 7/28/2025.*** No response required. Correct by 07/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In classroom 111 there was a container of disinfectant wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. Correction: Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director locked the cabinet.***Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 7/31/2025. Correct by 07/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In classroom 111 there were empty plastic bags in an unlocked cabinet under the sink accessible to children. Correction: Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time the director locked the cabinet making the plastic bags inaccessible to children. No response needed.*** Correct by 07/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
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 and two new staff members Ragina M. and Maria D. were lacking a health statement signed and date by a health care provider. The two staff members have been working at the facility for longer than 30 days. Correction: All staff members must have a health statement signed and dated by a health care professional with 30 days of employment. Correct and and respond with verification of complaince by 7/31/2025. Correct by 07/31/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In classroom 122 there was an unlocked storage closet that contained a bottle of Dawn dish soap and a container of Clorox wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" both items were accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” including a bottle of Dawn dish soap and a container of clorox wipes must be inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director moved the items to the top shelf of the closet making all items inaccessible to children.*** Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 6/4/2025. Correct by 06/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
In classroom 107 there was a paper laminator that was on and heating up. The paper laminator was posing a possible safety hazard. Outside on the toddler playground there was a large gap between the pour and play and the black plastic divider that was posing a possible tripping hazard. In classroom 121 there was as diaper changing pad that had two large areas that were torn and in disrepair. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/11/2025. Correct by 06/04/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 4, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 classroom 111 licensing specialist reviewed the attendance verification sheet and there were only 3 children signed in. There were 5 children present at the time of the visit. Correction: The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the Director signed in the 2 children on the attendance sheet on 5/13/2025.*** Respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 5/20/2025. Correct by 05/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
Observed staff member Regina M. supervising 10 children ages 4 to 5 years old alone in classroom 107. After a file review was completed Regina M. was lacking an 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 Regina M. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letter for staff member Regina M. with written response to the Specialist by 5/20/2025. Correct by 05/13/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.
In classroom 121 there was orange peeling paintg on the wall near the hand washing sink. Also in classroom 107 there was peeling paint on lower wall. Correction: Building must be in good repair including peeling paint. Correct and respond with verifications of compliance by 12/4/2024. Correct by 11/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In classroom 111 there was a container of clorox wipes and swifer cloths labeled keep out of reach of children located an unlocked cabinet under the sink. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the Director locked the cabinet making items inaccessible to children on 11/4/2024." Respond with a plan of on going compliance by 12/4/2024. Correct by 11/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
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.
Outside the infant classroom on the window there was a display with small gems posing a possible choking hazard to children less than 3. In classroom 111 there were small paint bottles with very small caps that were sitting on the art shelf accessible to children under the age of 3. In classroom 104 there were foam stickers displayed on the cubbies as well as a box that was accessible to children under the age of 3 that was posing a possible choking hazard. In classroom FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 111 there was a container of dobbers with small round caps that were sitting on the art shelf accessible children under 3 that were posing possible choking hazard. Correction: Toys, toy parts, materials including gems, foam sticker, and dobber tops must be inaccessible to children under the age of 3. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the staff members removed all items including. gems, faom stickers, dopper tops on 11/4/2024.*** No response required. Correct by 11/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Program lacking documentation of the current completed Department approved CDPHE immunization course for all staff who are responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of children's immunization records. Correction: All staff members responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of child immunization record must complete the immunization course within 30 days and renew annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/4/2024. Correct by 12/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.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 classroom 102 the staff member stated there were 5 children and there were 6 children present. In classroom 107 the staff member stated there were 9 children and only 8 children present. Correction: Ensure that all staff members must complete the attendance verification sheet. Ensure that staff members know how many are present at all times. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/18/2023. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.
In classroom 122 there was an art project with cotton balls laying on the drying rack accessible to children under 3 years old. In classroom 102 there was small objects including small rocks, shells, pine cones, and small pom poms accessible to children in the sensory table. Correction: Ensure that all small items that poses a choking including cotton balls, small rocks, shells, pine cones, and small pom poms should not be accessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the staff members put all items away making inaccessible to children. No need for witten statement of compliance.*** Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.
In the toddler classroom with children under 3 there was Kinetic sand and it was labeled for children 3 and up. Correction: Ensure that all materials must be appropriate for the children's age. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/18/2023. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.C.1.b · Department-approved resilient surfacing includes loose fill materials such as wood chips, wood mulch, engineered wood fiber, pea gravel, synthetic pea gravel, shredded rubber tires, and sand. Solid unitary materials include poured in place surfacing, approved rubber mats, playground tiles, and Astroturf with built in resilient pad.
On the preschool and toddler playground there were several cracks in the pour and play. There was a large piece of the pour and play missing and posing a tripping hazard on the preschool playground. Correction: Ensure that the pour and play must be approved and free of hazards. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/18/2023. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.
In classroom 105,106, 110, and 121 had peeling paint in several area of the classrooms. Correction: Ensure that the building must be kept in good repair including peeling paint. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/18/2023. Correct by 12/11/2023
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.