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 2 staff files. 1 staff did not have documentation of a current standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately, obtain documentation of a current standard precautions training for SM2. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/16/26. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. 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 2 staff files. 1 staff did not have documentation of a current shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Correction: Immediately, obtain documentation of a current shaken baby/abusive head trauma training for SM2. Submit documentation and a written statement compliance by 2/16/26. Correct by 02/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

There was a first aid bag containing diaper wipes labeld "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on a picnic table on the 2's playground. There was a first aid bag containing a fist aid cold pack and bug sparay was accessible to children on the picnic table on the preschool playground. There was a open back of Miracle Grow soil labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on the preschool playground. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. The first aid bags were placed on a hook inaccessible to children on the preschool and 2's playground and the Miracle Grow soil was removed from the playground. A written response is not required. Correct by 11/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ of injuries and accidents.

There was a broken hoola-hoop and broken push toy on the toddler playground. There was trash debris on the 2's and preschool playgrounds. Correction: Immediately, all outdoor play areas used for children must be checked daily and kept safe and free of hazardous materials or debris. The broken toys on the toddler playground were removed. Submit a written statement of compliance by 11/21/25. Correct by 11/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

Reviewed 11 individualized diet and feeding schedules for infants. Identified that 2 infants did not have documentation of an individualized diet and feeding schedule and multiple infants did not have the individualized diet and feeding schedule updated to current feeding needs. Correction: Immediately, obtain current individualized diet and feeding schedules for infants and ensure they are posted and visible to all staff. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 8/27/25. Correct by 08/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 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 staff statement that SM3 would nurse their own infant while in ratio and did not attend to the needs of other infants in the classroom in a timely manner. Correction: Immediately, staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 8/27/25. Correct by 08/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.226.A.4 · Infants must be provided access to outdoor play at least three (3) times per week, weather permitting.

Identified through staff statement that infants are not taken outside at all. Correction: Immediately, infants must be provided access to outdoor play at least 3 times per week. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 8/27/25. Correct by 08/13/2025 ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

There was diaper creams and diaper wipes accessible to children in unlocked cupboards in the Two A and PreK classrooms. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff locked the cupboards and made the diaper creams and diaper wipes inaccessible to children. A written response is not required. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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 2 staff files. Harry B did not have documentation of a current standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately, obtain documentation of the standard precautions training for Harry B. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/27/25. Correct by 06/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.218.E · If the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree(s) that the center should care for a child in the toddler program who is twelve (12) months old but not walking independently, or is over thirty-six (36) months old, the center must have on file a written statement from a health care provider confirming that care for the child is appropriate in the toddler program.

A 15 month old child in the Toddler A classroom is not walking independently and does not have a statement from a health care provider confirming that care in the toddler program is appropriate. Correction: Immediately, obtain documentation of a written statement from a health care provider for CH1 to be cared for in the toddler program. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 5/28/25. Correct by 05/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2025

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

2.217.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

It was identified through review of the Child Supervision Record that the Two B classroom had 17 two-year old children and 2 staff members from 8:35am to 8:47am. The Preschool classroom had 13 3-year and 4-year olds and 1 staff member from 7:45am-7:48am. The Pre-K classroom had 14 4-year old children and 1 staff member from 8:26am-8:50am. Correction: Immediately, staff-to-child ratios must be maintained at all times. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 5/28/25. Correct by 05/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

It was identified through review of the Child Supervision Record that the Two B classroom had 17 two-year old children and 2 staff members from 8:35am to 8:47am, exceeding maximum group size for the age group. Correction: Immediately, maximum group size for each age group must be maintained at all times. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 5/28/25. Correct by 05/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.15.d · The licensed room capacity must not be exceeded at any time.

The Two B classroom had 17 two-year old children from 8:35to-8:47, exceeding the maximum capacity of 16 children for that room. Correction: Immediately, the licensed capacity must not be exceeded at any time. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 5/28/25. Correct by 05/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.121.D · Each owner and employee sixteen (16) years of age or older of a facility or agency shall complete the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked or the facility or agency. The results of the criminal record check, the CBI and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) response letters, must be maintained at the home, center, facility, or agency and must be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Reviewed 3 staff files. Sharmi M did not have documentation of the CBI clearance letter Correction: Immediately, obtain the CBI clearance record for Sharmi M. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Sharmi M has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of the CBI clearance letter for Sharmi M with a written statement of compliance by 4/30/25. Correct by 04/23/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

It was identified through staff statement that SM1 hit CH1 in the lip causing an injury, grabbed a child by the cheeks and ripped a toy out of the hands of another child. Correction: Immediately, staff must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation or threats. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/27/25. Correct by 03/20/2025 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : A written injury report was not provided to the parent’s of CH1. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.211.D · The records of children and staff must be maintained by the center for at least three (3) years after the last date of attendance or employment with the program.

At the time of investigation, the center did not have documentation of a staff file for Chanda B. Correction: Immediately, the records of children and staff must be maintained at the center for at least 3 years after the last date of employment. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 3/27/25. Correct by 03/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

The staff in the Two B and Preschool A did not know the correct number of children in the classroom when asked. This is a violation of stipulation F. All staff shall demonstrate knowledge of, interest in, and concern for children’s proper care and well-being and stipulation G. At all times, staff members shall know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. Facility Director shall be able to account for all children in care at the facility. Correction: Immediately, staff members must know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. Submit a written and statement of compliance by 3/27/25. Correct by 03/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.N · Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained on the center’s policies and procedures for the administration of medications. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and have been trained on the center's administration of medications policies and procedures

Reviewed 16 staff files. Only 1 staff member had a signed statement that they have been trained on the centers administration of medications policies and procedures. Correction: Immediately, obtain a signed statement from all staff acknowledging that they have read and been trained on the centers administration of medication policies and procedures prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.L · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ the date of hire.

Reviewed 16 staff files. Alissa C and Gwen H did not have documentation of a 1 hr child development training. Correction: Obtain a 1 hr child development training for Letisha W and Gwen H. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 03/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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 16 staff files. Letisha W and Alissa C did not have documentation of a current standard precautions training. Correction: Immediately, obtain a current standard precautions training for Letisha W and Alissa C. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.C · Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 16 staff files. Alissa C did not have documentation of a current infant safe sleep training and was working in the infant room. Correction: Immediately, obtain a current infant safe sleep training for Alissa C. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 16 staff files. Fernanda M did not have documentation of a current First Aid and CPR certification or the Intro to First Aid and CPR training module. Correction: Obtain a current First Aid and CPR certification or the Intro to First Aid and CPR training module. Submit

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

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 16 staff files. Letisha W and Alissa C did not have documentation of a current child abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain a current child abuse prevention training for Letisha W and Alissa C. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 03/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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 16 staff files. Alissa C, Fernanda M and Rayna G did not have documentation of a health statement signed by a health care provider. Correction: Obtain a health statement signed by a health care provider for all staff within 30 days of employment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 03/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

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

2.217.C.5 · For the Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant, the center must maintain documentation from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies that the Registered Nurse or the Medical Doctor’s licensure is in good standing. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

The CCHC, Samantha J did not have documentation of current DORA credential Correction: Immediately, obtain a current DORA credential for the CCHC. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 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 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 7 child files. 1 child file did not have documentation of a health statement signed by a health care provider. Correction: Obtain a health statement signed by a health care provider for all children within 30 days of admission. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 03/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Reviewed 7 child files. 3 child files did not have documentation of an annual written authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Immediately, obtain written authorization for emergency medical care annually for all children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025

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

2.206.C · Policies and procedures must be reviewed annually. Any changes must be incorporated and must be communicated to the parent(s)/guardian(s).

Reviewed 7 child files. 3 child files did not have documentation of an annual polices and procedures FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ statement. Correction: Immediately, obtain an annual policies and procedures acknowledgment for all children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 03/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

There was an electical outlet on the preschool playground that was not locked and did not have protective covers. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff placed a pad lock on the outlet cover, making it inaccessible to children. A written response is not required. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025

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

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

There was metal trim exposed on the corner of the wall in the toddler A classroom next to the block shelf and library. Correction: Immediately, ensure the building is kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/25. Correct by 02/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.226.C.2 · All groups of children must be actively supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times.

Angeline W and Cynthia G were working in the Toddler A classroom and are not qualified as Early Childhood Teachers. Correction: Immediately, ensure a qualified, Early Childhood Teacher is supervising each group of children at all times. The Director stepped into ratio in the Toddler A classroom at the time of inspection. Submit a written plan and statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.131.A.1 · Every application used in the State of Colorado for employment with a child care provider or facility, or for the certification of a foster home, must include the following notice to the applicant: “Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.”

Reviewed 5 staff files. Samantha R, Meghan K and Kenya R did not have documentation of a perjury statement. Correction: Immediately, ensure that each applicant must have documentation of a signed perjury statement. Submit

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.120.C.1.a · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Kenya R and Jehan G were working in the infant classrooms and did not have documentation of the Trails abuse and neglect request being submitted. Correction: Immediately, ensure the Trails abuse and neglect request is submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for or allowing unsupervised access to children. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Kenya R and Jehan G have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Trails clearance letters for Kenya R and Jehan G with a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.A.14.a · In other preschool age combinations, the staff ratio for the youngest child must be utilized if more than twenty percent (20%) of the group is composed of younger children. This does not apply to infants and toddlers. The ratio for toddler groups is based on the youngest child in the group.

Giselle G was working alone in the PreK classroom with twelve (12) children ages three (3) years old to five (5) years old. Six (6) of the twelve (12) children were three (3) years old. Correction: Immediately, ensure that staff to child ratios are maintained at all times. The Director moved two (2), three (3) year old children to the Preschool classroom to bring the PreK classroom into ratio. Submit a written plan and statement of

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

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

There was a red and yellow riding car on the Two year old playground that had a broken and cracked door. There was a fabric streamer attached and hanging down from the shade shade structure at children's level posing a strangulation hazard on the Preschool playground. There was trash, including plastic bags on the PreK playground. Correction: Immediately, remove all broken equipment from playground and ensure all materials are safe and free of hazards. The Assistant Director removed the broken car from the Two's playground. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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.

There were broken crayons and a small, plastic triangle that are choking hazards in the Two B classroom. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. The Assistant Director removed the broken crayons and plastic triangle from the Two B classroom. A written response is not required. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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

2.216.B.1.d · The infant program staff aide must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, must have completed eight (8) hours of orientation as listed above at the infant program, and must work under the direct supervision of an infant early childhood teacher.

Kenya R and Jehan G are staff aides working in the infant classroom and do not have documentation of an 8 hour infant orientation. Correction: Immediatley, infant program staff aides must complete an eight (8) hour orientation. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.C.2 · Staff aides must be at least sixteen (16) years of age, must work directly under the supervision of the director or a toddler early childhood teacher, and must have completed eight (8) hours of orientation at the toddler program.

Samantha R and Angeline W are staff aides working in the toddler classroom and do not have documentation of an eight (8) hour toddler orientation. Correction: Immediately, toddler program staff aides must complete an eight (8) hour orientation. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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 submitted annually.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Samantha R, Meghan K, Angeline W and Kenya R did not have documentation of a medical statement. Correction: Review staff files and ensure that that staff submit a medical statement signed by a physician or health care provider within thirty (30) days of employment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 09/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2024

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

2.121.J.1 · The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, 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 5 staff files. Samantha R was hired on 6/25/24, has lived out of State and did not have documentation of the State-based checklist, State-based background check process or State-based clearance letter. Correction: Immediately, complete the State-based background check requests process for Samantha R. All individuals

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

2.126.A · A child care facility must require each staff member of the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the staff member’s personal responsibility to report all incidents of child abuse or neglect according to state law.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Samantha R, Meghan K and Kenya R did not have documentation of a signed child abuse and neglect statement. Correction: Immediately, ensure all staff read and sign a statement for abuse and neglect reporting. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Samantha R, Meghan K and Kenya R did not have documentation of a signed policies and procedures acknowledgment. Correction: Immediately, ensure all staff sign a statement acknowledging they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.212.K · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment at the center, each staff member must read and be FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ instructed about all licensing rules governing child care centers. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the licensing rules.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Samantha R, Meghan K and Kenya R did not have documentation of a signed statement indicating they have read and understand the licensing rules. Correction: Review staff files and ensure that all staff sign a statement that they have read and understand the licensing rules within 30 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 09/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.A · All staff must complete a pre-service building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. The training must include identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, vehicular traffic handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of biological contaminants.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Samantha R, Meghan K and Kenya R did not have documentation of a building and physical premises training. Correction: Immediately, ensure all staff complete a building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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 5 staff files. Angeline W did not have documentation of a standard precautions training. Correction: Immediatley, ensure all staff complete a Department approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 08/09/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Reviewed 5 staff files. Angeline W did not have documentation of a child abuse prevention training. Correction: Review staff files and ensure staff complete a Department approved child abuse prevention training within 30 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 09/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Angeline W did not have documentation of the Intro to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training. Correction: Review staff files and ensure that all staff complete the Department approved Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 09/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training or other Department-approved training on implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Angeline W did not have documentation of the Recognizing the Impac of Bias in Early Childhood Professionals training. Correction: Review staff files and ensure that all staff complete the Department approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias training within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 09/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.L · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.

Reviewed 5 staff files. Jehan G did not have documentation of a 1 hour child development training. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Review staff files and ensure staff complete at least 1 hour of child development training within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 9/8/24. Correct by 09/08/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.D.4 · In the toddler room, a crib, sleeping cot, or two (2) inch mat must be provided for each child, and there must be a minimum of two (2) feet between each crib or cot. Aisles between cots or cribs must be kept free of all obstructions while cribs are occupied. No child less than the age of two (2) years should use a cot for sleeping without written permission of the parent or guardian.

4 cots in the toddler room were spaced less than 2 feet from eachother. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. The staff moved the cots so there is 2 feet between each cot. A written response is not required. Correct by 05/31/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024

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

2.223.D.5.a.1 · Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.

Multiple cots in the preschool classroom were spaced less than 2 feet apart from eachother. This was previously cited on 4/3/24 Correction: Immediately, ensure that cots are spaced at least 2 feet apart from each other on all sides during rest time.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

There were wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in an unlocked cupboard in the Infant A classroom and wipes and diaper cream accessible to children in an unlocked cupboard in the PreK bathroom. This was previously cited on 4/3/24. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. The director removed the wipes from the Infant A classroom and locked the cupboard in the PreK bathroom. Correct by 05/31/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 31, 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.

The screw on lids to the stampers in the Two A classroom were accessible to children and pose a choking hazard. This was previously cited on 4/30/24. Correction: Corrected at the time of inspection. The director removed the stampers and lids and placed them in a locked cupboard. A written response is not required. Correct by 05/31/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024

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

7.701.52.B.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 Office of Early Childhood, Division of Early Care And Learning 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.

The county initiated an investigation at the facility on 5/31/23 and the facility did not notify licensing. Correction: Facility must report county investigations to licensing within 24 hours. Submit a plan for future compliance with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/02/2023 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.41.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 staff statements SM1 uses their cell phone while putting kids to sleep and during nap time. Correction: Immediately ensure staff refrain from the personal use of electronics while caring for children. Submit a plan of action with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/02/2023 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Ch1 sustained an injury to their mouth and staff were not aware of how the injury occurred. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Ch1 received medical attention for an injury that occurred at the facility on 5/23/23. The facility did not submit an online injury report to the Department. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : SM1 was not supervising children while working in the classroom on 5/23/23. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2023

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