2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained 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 3 staff files and observed SM-3 to be missing documentation if current child abuse prevention training. This is a violation of stipulation O in the Probationary license. Stipulation O states: All staff must complete the Department’s free online training on recognizing and reporting suspected child abuse/neglect, found in the CO Shines PDIS Correction: Obtain documentation of current Department approved prevention of child abuse and neglect training and add to file. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 02/06/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

A spray bottle labeled "Bleach Water" on a counter in the Sunshine room, accessible to children. This is a FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ violation of stipulation J in the Probationary license. Stipulation J states "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: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must must be free of hazards. Corrected at the time of inspection. Assistant Director moved the Bleach water to a high shelf inaccessible to children 2/6/2026. No response required for this violation. Correct by 02/06/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2026

Category: physical safety. 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.

Small pieces of pipe cleaners glued on art projects posted on the wall in the Sunshine room posing a potential choke hazard, accessible to children. Identified through staff statement that there are children less than 3 years of age in the Sunshine room. Pieces of pipe cleaners fit in the choke tube. This is a violation of stipulation J in the Probationary license. Stipulation J states "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: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under the age of 3 years must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff removed the art projects from the wall and placed them on a high shelf inaccessible to children 2/6/2026. No response required for this violation. Correct by 02/06/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2026

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 package of diaper wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the counter by the changing pad in the Sunshine room, accessible to children. The wipes were accessible due to the steps by the sink. This is a violation of stipulation J of the probation agreement. Stipulation J states" 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: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must not be accessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff moved the diaper wipes to a high and locked cabinet inaccessible to children 1/13/2026. No response required for this violation. Correct by 01/13/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 5 staff files and observed SM- 5 to be missing documentation of a current TRAILS abuse and neglect background clearance. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM-5 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (current TRAILS Clearance Letter) for SM-5 with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/13/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026

Category: background checks. 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.

Observed several holiday decorations hanging on the wall and from the ceiling in the Snow Owls (toddler) room with small buttons and gems glued on them, posing a potential choke hazard. The decorations are accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Observed cotton balls used on decorations on the outside of the doors on the Bumblebee and Rollie Pollies rooms (Infants) posing a potential choke hazard, accessible to children less than 3 years of age. This is a violation of stipulation "J" of the Probationary license. Stipulation "J" states: Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Toys. toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children less than 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard. Correct immediately.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. 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.

Several small clear bug blocks on the science shelf in the Dragonflies room posing a potential choke hazard. Bug blocks fit into the choke tube. The Dragonflies room is a toddler room. This is a violation of stipulation J of the probationary license: Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment and any materials accessible to children under 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff moved the bug blocks from the room to a locked cabinet inaccessible to children 11/21/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 11/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.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.

A puzzle labeled for children ages 2 years and older on a low shelf in the Snow Owls (toddler) room, accessible to children. Identified through staff statement that there are children less than 2 years of age in the Snow Owls FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ room. Correction: Play equipment and materials must be appropriate for the children's age, size, developmental needs and activities. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff removed the puzzle from the Snow Owls room 11/21/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 11/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.D · Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 6 files and observed SM-1 to be missing documentation of shaken baby abusive head trauma training. This is a violation of stipulation H in the probationary license: Staff members must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom. Correction: Obtain documentation of Department approved shaken baby abusive head trauma training and add to file Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 11/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.B.1.e · There must be at least one (1) staff member on duty in each infant room at all times who holds a current Department-approved first aid and safety certificate that includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all ages of children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

SM-2 and SM-4 to be caring for children in the Rollie Pollies infant room. Reviewed 6 staff files and observed SM-2 and SM-4 to be missing documentation of First Aid/ CPR certification. This is a violation of stipulation H in the probationary license: Staff members must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom. Correction: There must be at least one staff member in each infant room at all times that hold current Department approved First Aid /CPR. Obtain documentation of current First Aid/ CPR certification and add to files. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 11/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Reviewed 6 staff files and observed SM-1 to be missing documentation of the Basic First Aid/ CPR module. SM-1 is not required by rule to be certified in First Aid/ CPR. Identified through staff file that SM-1's start date was 4/14/2025. This is a violation of stipulation H in the probationary license: Staff members must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom. Correction: Obtain documentation of Department approved Basic First Aid/ CPR module and add to files. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 11/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025

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 6 children's files and observed 1 file to be missing documentation of current signed and dated emergency medical care authorization. Correction: Obtain documentation of current emergency care authorization, signed and dated by parents/ guardians and add to file. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 10/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations 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. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Reviewed 6 children's files and observed 1 file to be missing documentation of immunization records Correction: Obtain documentation of immunization records on a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) approved form and add to files. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 10/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 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.

A large bottle of laundry soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a low shelf in a closet with a curtain on it in the hallway to the toddler and preschool area, accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director moved the laundry soap to a locked storage room, inaccessible to children 10/1/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 10/01/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.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.

A puzzle labeled for children ages 3 years and older on a low shelf in the Tad Poles classroom, accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Correction: Play equipment and materials must be appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs and activities. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff moved the puzzle to a high shelf inaccessible to children 10/1/2025.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

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 for routine well child exams.

Reviewed 6 children's files and observed 1 file to be missing documentation of a current health statement. Child is over 2 years of age. Correction: Obtain documentation of a current health statement of health and add to file. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 10/31/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 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, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) 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.

Reviewed 6 children's files and observed 2 file to be missing documentation of a current health statements. Children are 2 years and under. Correction: Obtain documentation of current health statement and add to files. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 10/31/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2025

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 6 children's files and observed 1 file to be missing documentation of a health statement. Correction: Obtain documentation of a health statement and add to files. Submit a documentation of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 10/31/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2025

Category: ratio. 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.

Google eyes on art work posted on the wall in the Sunshine room accessible to children less than 3 years of age. posing a potential choke hazard. Identified through Director's statement that there are children less than 3 years of age in the Sunshine room at this time. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, and any materials accessible to children less than 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 09/04/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.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.

A medium sized stuffed red bear in a basket on the floor in the Snow Owls room labeled for children ages 3 years and older. The Snow Owls classroom a toddler room with ages 1-3 years of age. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Play equipment and materials must be appropriate for the children's age, size, developmental needs and activities. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director removed the stuffed bear from the toddler room, making it inaccessible 9/4/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 09/04/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 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.

A long tree root several feet in length sticking up out of the ground by the fence at the back of the preschool outdoor play area posing a potential trip hazard, accessible to children. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director moved a piece of play equipment in front of the root, making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 09/04/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 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.

A gallon jug of Clorox Bleach and a gallon jug of Vigoroso cleaner labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the floor under the changing table in the Tadpoles room, accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep pout of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the ti me of inspection. Staff moved the Clorox Bleach and the Vigoroso cleaner to the top of the refrigerator, inaccessible to children 8/6/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 08/06/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2025

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.

A glue stick cap in the art wheel on the art table in the Sunshine room, posing a potential choke hazard. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Identified through staff that there is at least 1 child less than 3 years in the Sunshine room. Correction: Toys. toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children less than 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff removed the glue cap and threw it away, making it inaccessible to children 8/6/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 08/06/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.615.K · Any hazardous items and materials including but not limited to tools and medications must be inaccessible to children.

A leaf blower in the entry from the outside play area (where children exit and enter the classrooms) between the Snow Owls room and the Dragonflies room, accessible to children. Correction: Any hazardous items including tools must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director moved the leaf blower to an area inaccessible to children 8/6/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 08/06/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the facility emergency drill log and observed the 2025 drill log to be inaccessible at this time. Correction: A record of all emergency drills help over the past 12 months must be maintained by the facility .

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

2.212.E · When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Identified through multiple staff statement that SM1 and SM2 were recording children with their cell phones while caring for children. SM3 uses their cell phone while in the classroom and does not pay attention to the children. Correction: When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including but not limited to cell phones and portable devices. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.D · Staff must not use marijuana and marijuana infused products, tobacco products of any kind, or alcohol in the presence of children. To prevent exposure to secondhand smoke, child care centers must prohibit the use of tobacco and marijuana products on all center property, both indoors and outdoors. All marijuana and marijuana infused products, vaping and tobacco products, and alcohol must be kept inaccessible to children at all times.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM2 was observed vaping in the classroom and on the playground around children. Identified through staff statement that the classroom smelled like marijuana. Correction: Child care centers must prohibit the use of tobacco and marijuana products on all center property. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.G · Verbal abuse and derogatory remarks about the child are not permitted.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 and SM2 use derogatory and vulgar comments about and in from of children. Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 and SM2 would call children names and make mean comments about them, their apperance and skin color. Correction: Verbal abuse and dergatory remarks about the child are not permitted. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff let CH3 cry and did nothing - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.B · Staff must not consume or be under the influence of any substance that impairs their ability to care for children.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM2 was vaping on site and smelled of marijuana. Correction: Staff must not consume of be under the influence of any substance that impairs their ability to care for children. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff are using same gloves to change multiple children's diapers. SM5 and SM6 let children fight and do not intervene. Staff do not dress children appropriately to go outside in the snow. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Identified through multiple staff statements that staff used the same gloves to change multiple children's diapers. Identified through multiple staff statements that staff would not change gloves between sunscreen application of children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well being of children. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM1 shows children frightening pictures on their phone. SM1 turns their eyelids inside out and makes scary faces at the children to frighten them. SM1 pushes infant down in their crib when they stand up. Staff pull children's arms. SM1 and SM2 are bullying CH1. CH1 is affraid of balloons and SM1 and SM2 bring ballooons around CH1 to scare them. SM1 and SM2 recorded CH2 crying on their cell phone and made them listen to the video on headphones, telling CH2 how annoying their crying is. SM1 allegedly bit CH1 on their finger. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 would show children frightening videos on their phone. SM1 turns their eyelids inside out and makes scary faces and noises at children to scare them. SM1 pushes infants down in their crib when they stand up. SM1 and SM2 would bring balloons around CH1 to scare them. SM1 and SM2 recorded CH2 crying on their cell phone and then made CH2 listen to the video on headphones, telling CH2 how annoying their crying is. Identified trhough a staff statement that SM1 bit CH1 on their finger. Correction: Children must not be sujected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats. Correct immediately. Submit written plan of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM1 and SM2 would embarrass and punish children for toileting accidents. CH5 was afraid to tell SM1 and SM2 they needed to go potty because CH5was afraid of them and they used profanity when speaking to CH5 about toileting accidents. If children arrive past 9 am SM1 and SM2 would withhold breakfast preventing children from eating until noon as punishment for arriving late. SM1 and SM2 would not change children's diapers when soiled. CH4 had an accident and

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.D · Guidance must not be associated with food, rest, or toileting. No child should be punished for toileting accidents. Food must not be denied to or forced upon a child as a disciplinary measure.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 and SM2 would embarras and punish children for toileting accidents. Chldren were afraid to let SM1 and SM2 know they needed to go potty because they used profanity when speaking to CH5 about toileting accidents. SM2 wouldf withhold breakfast from chldren arriving past 9:00 am, preventing them from eating until noon. SM2 would throw away food items that children could not open on their own. SM2 would not change diapers when soiled. Identified through staff statements SM1 and SM2 made child wear soiled clothes and pressed feces into CH4, trying to make it hard to get off. Correction: Guidance must not be assoiciated with food, rest, or toileting. No child should be punished for toileting accidents. Food must not be denied to or forced upon a child as a disciplinary meaure. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM3 instructed staff to lie to other agencies. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.113.A · Violation of any provision of the Child Care Licensing Act or intentional false statements or reports made to the Department or to any agency lawfully delegated by the Department to make an investigation or inspection may result in fines assessed of not more than $250 a day the first day, $500 for the second day, and $1,000 a day for the third and subsequent days, to a maximum of $10,000:

Identified through several staff member's statements that SM3 instructed several staff members to lie to other agencies about the investigation. Correction: A violation of any provision of the Child Care Licensing Act or intentional false statements or reports made to the Department may result in fines assessed. Correct immediately.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.126.D.2 · An agency or facility must not interfere or refuse to cooperate with a child protection investigation.

Identified through several staff member's statement that SM3 instructed them to lie to the other agencies about the investigation. Correction: An agency or facility must not interfere or refuse to cooperate with a child protection investigation. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM3 was notified of allegations about SM1 and SM2 on multiple occasions and did not take any action. Multiple staff observed children being subjected to physical and emotional harm and did not report the allegations as required by statute and licensing regulations . - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.124.A.1.d · Within twenty-four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty-four (24) hours of a child’s return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: Any allegation of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect to a child that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement or a county department of human or social services agency, or the child abuse reporting hotline as described in section 19-3-304, C.R.S.

Identified through multiple staff member's statements that SM3 had been notified of allegations about SM1 and SM2 on multiple occasions and did not take any action. Correction: Any staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect must immediately report to the County Department of Human Services, local Law Enforcement, or report through the child abuse hot line. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.126.B · Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Identified through multiple staff member's statements that they had observed children being subjected to physical and emotional harm and did not report allegations / incidents within the required time frame Correction: Any staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect must immediately report to the County Department of Human Services, local Law Enforcement, or report through the child abuse hot line. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.214.E.1.a · Persons may be denied an original or renewal of a director letter; a director letter may be revoked if substantial evidence has been found that the applicant or director is responsible for one or more of the following at any child care facility, including, but not limited to: Committing fraud;

Identified through investigation SM3 responsible for failing to report multiple incidences of physical and emotional harm after it was observed by multiple staff members. Correction: A director letter may be revoked if substantial evidence has been found that the director is responsible for failing to report incidences as required by statute and licensing regulations. facility will submit a plan of action of compliance for mandated reporting. Correct immediately. Submit a written plan of action to licensing specialist. Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff are not following the Employee Handbook that states staff should refrain from swearing, screaming and shouting. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.J · Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be instructed about all policies and procedures of the center. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 and SM2 were observed swearing, screaming and shouting around children. Identified through staff statements that the Employee Handbook stated that staff should refrain from swearing, screaming and shouting around children. Identified through file review that SM1 and SM2 had signed that they read and understood the Employee Handbook. Correction: Ensure that prior to working with children, each staff member reads and is instructed about all policies and procedures of the center. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures. Correct immediately.Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2022 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM1 and SM2 use derogatory and vulgar comments about children and in front of children. SM1 and SM2 call children names, make mean comments about their appearance including their skin color. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.B.3 · Staff must investigate whenever children cry, scream, or appear to withdraw and must try to verbally or physically soothe the child. When putting infants to sleep, staff may allow for a period of no longer than ten (10) minutes without verbally or physically soothing the child to enable the infant to try to self soothe and fall asleep.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 and SM2 let CH3 cry and did nothing. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Staff must investigate whenever children cry, scream, or appear to be withdrawn and must try to soothe the child. Correct immediately Submit a written plan of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM2 used a weighted blanket on CH2 at rest time to help them sleep without a healthcare plan for the use of a weighted blanket (for a toddler) - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.218.B.3 · Admission procedures must be completed prior to the child's attendance at the center and must include: If applicable, a Department-approved health care plan authorized by the child’s health care provider and parent(s)/guardian(s) defining the interventions needed to care for a child who has an identified health or developmental condition or concern including, but not limited to seizures, asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, heart or respiratory conditions, and physical disabilities. Any applicable medications, supplies, and/or medical equipment must be available to the staff prior to the child’s first day of care. The staff working with a child with a health care plan must be informed, trained, and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Department-approved child care health consultant; supervision of the plan and interventions must be documented.

Identified through multiple staff statements that SM2 used a weighted blanket with CH2. Reviewed CH2's file and found no documentation of a health care plan for the use of a weighted blanket. Correction: The center must have a health care plan in place defining the interventions needed for care of a child. Obtain documentation of health care plan for the use of a weighted blanket of discontinue the use of a weighted blanket immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

The tarp lining the outdoor toddler sandbox to be partially exposed and bunched up, posing a potential trip hazard. Observed a leaf blower on a low shelf between the toddler room in the entry to the toddler outdoor play space, accessible to children. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Thumb tacks used to display items on a bulletin board outside of the Sunshine room, accessible to children. Identified through staff statement that there are several children less than 3 years of age in the Sunshine room. Correction: Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

10 children in Sunshine room. Observed 11 children signed in on the name to face attendance sign in sheet. Observed 14 children in Tadpoles classroom. Observed 13 children signed in on the name to face sign in attendance sheet. Identified through staff statements that 1 child from Sunshine room came to Tadpole room and staff had not completed a transition from one room to another on the attendance sheet. Correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day including during all transitions. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Staples used on a bulletin board at the entry to the Toddler wing- some loose and coming out of the bulletin board, accessible to children less than 3 years of age. Observed staples used in the Tadpole (preschool) room. Identified through staff statement that there are a few children less than 3 years of age in the Tadpole room. Correction: Staples must be inaccessible to children less than 3 years of age. Correct immediately. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

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" on the counter in the Sunshine room, accessible to children. Observed a basket of sunscreen all labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the table in the Sunshine room, accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection. STaff moved hand sanitizer and basket of sunscreen to an area inaccessible to children 5/20/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 05/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed 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 21 staff files and observed Diana H to be missing documentation of FBI clearance. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Diana H. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (FBI Clearance Letter) for staff member Diana H. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ submitted annually.

Reviewed 21 staff files and observed Natalia to be missing a medical statement. Correction: Obtain documentation of a signed medical statement from a medical provider and add to files. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 02/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 21 staff files and observed JoAnna to be missing documentation of current Standard Precautions training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current Department approved Standard Precautions training and add to file. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 01/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations 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. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Reviewed 7 children's files and observed 1 file to have immunization records on an unapproved form. Correction: Transfer immunization records to a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) approved form and add to file. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form Correct by 02/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 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 for routine well child exams.

Reviewed 7 children's files and observed 1 file to be missing documentation of a current health statement. Child is over 2 years of age to 7 years of age. Correction: Obtain documentation of a current health statement and add to file. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist with response form. Correct by 02/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025

Category: health medication. 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.

A fish painting in the hallway by the preschool rooms with googley eyes accessible to children less than 3 years of age, posing a potential choke hazard. Several small crayons in a crayon box on the table in the Snow Owls Toddler room accessible to children less than 3 years of age, posing a potential choke hazard. Observed small gems, small felt pieces, and sequence displayed on art work in the Dragon Flies room accessible to children less than 3 years of age, posing a potential choke hazard. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director removed the painting from the wall, and the small crayons, art work with small gems, felt and sequence from the toddler room, 1/21/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 01/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

A puzzle labeled for children ages 3 and older on a low shelf in the Sunshine room. Identified through staff statement that there was a child less than 3 in care in the Sunshine room at the time. Correction: Play equipment and materials must be appropriate for the children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time on inspection. Director removed the puzzle from the Sunshine room 1/21/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 01/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 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.

A plastic package of baby wipes labeled "keep out of reach" in an art cart in the Dragon Flies room, accessible to children. A plastic package of baby wipes on the counter labeled "keep out of reach of children" in the Sunshine room, accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection. Director removed the baby wipes from the rooms 1/21/2025. No response required for this violation. Correct by 01/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.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.

Several soft puppets and stuffed animals, labeled for children 2 years and older and 3 years and older, accessible to children in both Toddler classrooms. Identified through discussion with staff there was 1 child under 2 years old in each of the two Toddler classrooms today. Correction: Ensure equipment and materials in classrooms are appropriate for children's ages. Notify Licensing Specialist in writing on how future compliance will be maintained. Correct by 03/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.S.5 · In the toddler program, some play materials and equipment easily accessible to children must be provided from each of the following categories: Music

No evidence of Music play materials in the "Snow Owls" Toddler classroom. Correction: Ensure music materials are easily accessible to children in the "Snow Owls" Toddler classroom. Correct by

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

2.229.R.3 · A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available: Books and Pictures.

Nine children present in the Preschool "Tadpoles" classroom during the time of the inspection. Observed only 8 books accessible to children in this classroom. Correction: Ensure enough books are easily accessible to children so that at any one time each child can individually be involved. Correct by 03/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

Toddler aged children in the Toddler "Snow Owls" classroom utilizing the indoor gross motor soft climbing blocks. Observed one block was placed where highest point a child sat measured up to 23 inches tall. Observed no resilient surfacing surrounding this equipment. Correction: Immediately ensure all indoor climbing equipment over 18 inches has resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Corrected at the time of the inspection when the Director rearranged climbing blocks, with velcro on the bottom of the equipment. The rearranged block now measures 17 inches tall, which does not require resilient surfacing. Correct by 02/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.

No evidence of the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio posted in the Toddler "Snow Owls" classroom. Correction: Immediately post the license capacity of the room and staff-to-child ratio. Correct by 02/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.C.17 · If music is played in the infant sleep area, the music must not be played at a loud volume that would prevent infants from being heard by staff. Music equipment must not be placed under a crib or within three (3) feet of the sleeping infant.

Sound machine plugged in and on within 1 foot of a crib in the Infant "Bumblebees" classroom. Observed an infant was placed in this crib where sound machine is adjacent to. Identified through discussion with infant staff, the sound machine needs to be plugged in so staff need to find a different location for the sound machine. Correction: Immediately ensure sound equipment is not placed under a crib or within three feet of sleeping infant. Notify Licensing Specialist in writing on how future compliance will be maintained. Corrected at the time of the inspection when infant's crib was moved more than 3 feet away from the plugged in sound machine. Correct by 02/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.C.4 · The date and content of each consultation must be recorded and maintained in the center's files for three (3) years.

No evidence of documentation of the date and content of each monthly consultation with the current Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC). Correction: Ensure to maintain documentation of the date and content of each monthly consultation with the CCHC. Ensure these records are maintained in the center's files for three years. Notify Licensing Specialist in writing on how future compliance will be maintained. Correct by 03/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.224.B.1 · An individualized diet and feeding schedule must be provided according to a written plan submitted by the parent or by the child's physician with the knowledge and consent of the parent. A change of diet and schedule must be noted on each child's daily activity schedule and posted in an area clearly visible to the staff.

Identified through discussion with infant staff members, parents are not required to submit a written feeding schedule for infants. Correction: Immediately ensure an individualized diet and feeding schedule is provided according to a written plan submitted by the parent for each infant enrolled. Ensure changes of diet and feeding schedules are documented as well. Notify Licensing Specialist in writing on how future compliance will be maintained. Correct by 02/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations 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. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Reviewed 6 children's files. Observed no evidence of immunization records in one child's file. Observed child's start date was October 2020. Observed two other children's immunization records are not recorded on approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's (CDPHE) certificate of immunization. Correction: Immediately obtain missing immunization record and maintain in child's file. Ensure immunization records are recorded on approved CDPHE certificate of immunization. Correct by 02/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

G.H.'s Introduction to First Aid CPR module training expired on 9/8/23, and A.S.'s training expired on 6/4/23. Observed no evidence of G.H. and A.S. renewing this training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training completion in personnel files. Correct by 03/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.