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4433 W 29th Ave #205, Denver CO 80212 · License #1758381 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.138.A · Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.
Reviewed drill logs and observed that they were missing documentation of a fire drill completed in November and December 2025 and a tornado drill completed in September 2025. Correction: Immediately, drills must be complete within the required times and a record must be maintained by the facility including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 03/12/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (February 2025) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.
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Reviewed 3 children's files and observed that 2 children were missing documentation of a current health statement. Correction: Within 30 days, health statements for children must be updated in accordance with AAP Recommendations. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 04/11/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In the Toddler 2 classroom, observed loose plastic bags on a shelf in the unlocked bathroom accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director moved the plastic bags to a higher shelf. No response is required. Correct by 05/19/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.R.1 · A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available: Art.
In the Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classrooms, observed that art supplies were not available and accessible. Correction: Within 30 days, a variety of art materials and equipment from Art supplies must be available. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director moved art supplies onto the shelves in both classrooms. No response is required. Correct by 06/19/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
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.
In the Preschool classroom, observed baby wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a shelf in a bucket accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher moved the wipes to a high cabinet making them inaccessible to children. No response is required. Correct by 05/19/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.K · Evacuation equipment must not block exit routes. Nothing may be stored in or under any evacuation equipment.
In the Infant classroom, observed short feeding tables and equipment stored around the evacuation equipment posing a hazard for evacuations. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediatey, nothing may be stored in, under, or around any evacuation equipment. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher moved the tables and equipment out of the sleep area. No response is required. Correct by 05/19/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.F · Trampolines and inflatable bouncers are prohibited.
On the playground, observed a small trampoline accessible to children to play on. Correction: Immediately, trampolines and inflatable bouncers are prohibited. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director moved the trampoline off of the playground making it inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 05/19/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.
Reviewed 13 staff files and observed that Victoria I. was missing documentation of an emergency and disaster preparedness. Correction: Immediately, review all staff files and all staff must complete a training in emergency and disaster preparedness prior to working with children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher completed the emergenecy and disaster preparedness training. No response is needed. Correct by 07/15/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.222.A.1.b · All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;
In the Toddler 1 classroom, observed diapers and wipes in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, diaper supplies must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director locked the cabinet making the diapers and wipes inaccessible to children. No response is needed. Correct by 07/15/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
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 Toddler 1 classroom, observed the bathroom to be clutter and no free of hazards. Identified that the bathroom is utilized for emergency purposes. In the Toddler 2 classroom, observed a broken tent with holes posing a suffocation hazard. Correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment and materials must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher threw the tent away. No response is needed. Correct by 07/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.32.A · . An operator of a licensed facility, guest child care facility as defined in Section 26-6-102 (16), C.R.S., or an exempt family child care home provider must submit a request to determine if an operator, applicant for employment or current employee has been found responsible for a confirmed report of child abuse or neglect in the State Department's automated system (Trails).
Reviewed 12 staff files and identified Mariah's file (DOH: 7/17/23) lacking documentation of TRAILS clearance letter. Identified through Director statement that a TRAILS request has not been submitted. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that Mariah has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Mariah with written response to Specialist by 9/9/23. Correct by 08/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.A.1 · Each applicant listed below must submit to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) a complete set of fingerprints taken by a qualified law enforcement agency or any third party vendor approved by CBI including county departments of human or social services that use fingerprint machines pursuant to Section 19-3-406(1)(C),(2), C.R.S., to obtain any fingerprint criminal history record held by the CBI and FBI. If a third party takes the individual’s fingerprints, the fingerprints may be electronically captured using CBI’s approved LiveScan equipment. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked, identified as follows:
Reviewed 12 staff files and identified Mariah's file (DOH: 7/17/23) lacking documentation of CBI and FBI clearance letters. Identified through Director statement that Mariah has not yet submitted a fingerprint background check. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that Mariah has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of CBI and FBI clearance letters for Mariah with written response to Specialist by 9/9/23. Correct by 08/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.31.B.23 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure for allowing visitors to the center.
Reviewed the parent handbook and identified the procedure for allowing visitors to the center to be missing. Correction: Ensure the written policies and procedures include all the required information and are signed by all parents/guardians upon updates. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 9/9/23. Correct by 09/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.31.B.27 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure of the protection of infants from secondhand and thirdhand smoke.
Reviewed the parent handbook and identified the procedure of the protection of infants from secondhand and thirdhand smoke to be missing. Correction: Ensure the written policies and procedures include all the required information and are signed by all parents/guardians upon updates. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 9/9/23. Correct by 09/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.b · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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 4 child files and identified 1 file to contain a health statement expired as of 4/14/22. Correction: Ensure within 30 days following the expiration of the previous health statement, the parents/guardians of each child submit a current health statement or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. Correct and respond with a statement of compliance by 9/9/23. Correct by 09/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In the 2's classroom's bathroom, a medium-sized roll of plastic bags on top of a mid-level shelf, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Ensure loose plastic bags are stored in areas inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of visit. Director made roll of plastic bags inaccessible to children. No response required.** Correct by 08/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 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.
On the playground, a rebounder with a fraying cover and a cracked plastic children's pool, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Ensure all indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings are safe, sturdy, and free of hazards. **Corrected at the time of visit. Director made rebounder and pool inaccessible to children. No response required.** Correct by 08/09/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.31.B.22 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure for diapering, toilet training, and toileting.
Reviewed facility's parent handbook and observed it to be lacking documentation of the procedure for diapering, toilet training, and toileting. Correction: Ensure a written policy and procedure is developed, implemented, and followed for the procedure for diapering,
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.