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635 S Grant, Fort Collins CO 80521 · License #1778516 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Reviwed 7 staff files and observed 2 staff to not have documentation of FBI clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letters for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 renewed annually.
Reviewed 7 staff files and observed 2 staff to have expired child abuse and prevention training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current child abuse training. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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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 7 staff files and observed 3 staff members to not have documentation of out of state clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 4 children's files and observed 1 child to have no dated emergency medical authorization form and 1 to have an expired form. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current signed and dated emergency medical authorization form for all children with missing or expired forms. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 7 staff files and observed 3 staff to not have medical statements within 30 days of hire. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements for staff. Correct by 10/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 7 staff members files and observed no staff had building and physical premises training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of building and physical premises training for all staff. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 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 7 staff files and observed 3 staff with expired standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current standard precautions training. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ children.
Reviewed 7 staff files and observed 2 staff to be missing documentation of trails clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 7 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have documentation of early intervention training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current Early intervention training. Correct by 10/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
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 7 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have documentation of child development training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current child development training. Correct by 10/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.A.1 · An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
Identified that staff member in PRK-1 classroom was not ECT qualified. Correction: Ensure all groups of children have an ECT qualified staff member at all times. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit plan of compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 4 children's files and observed 3 children with expired health statements. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements within 30 days of admission or expiration. Correct by 10/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
cots less than 2 feet apart in discovery PRS /toddler room. Correction: Ensure cots are at least 2 feet apart at all times. Correct immediately 9/30/25. ***Corrected at time of visit by moving cots apart. No response is required. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.233.C.2 · If the toddler program is combined with a large child care center or an infant program, toddler facilities, both indoor and outdoor, must be completely separate from facilities for other age groups, except as allowed by rule sections 2.232(A)(6) and (8). If the facility wishes to provide opportunities for a toddler to have occasional contact with siblings, plans must be approved by the Department licensing representative.
Identified through staff statements that all age groups of children are combined during opening hours. Correction: Ensure toddlers are kept separate at all times. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit plan of compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
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.
no documentation of fire drills since 1/24. Correction: Ensure all drills are practiced and documented according to rule. Correct immediately 9/30/25 and submit compliance by 10/30/25. Correct by 09/30/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring 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 11 staff files and observed 4 staff (Macie, Kenisha, Alyssa & Marissa) to not have documentation of CBI Clearance letters & 1 staff (Kenisha) to not have FBI Clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Macie, Kenisha, Alyssa, & Marissa have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI & FBI Clearance Letters for staff members Macie, Kenisha, Alyssa, & Marissa with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 11 staff files and observed 1 staff, Macie, to not have documentation of Impact of Bias training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 11 staff files and observed 4 staff (Kenisha, Lauren, Alyssa & Marissa) to not have documentation of out of state clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Kenisha, Lauren, Alyssa & Marissa have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members Kenisha, Lauren, Alyssa & Marissa with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.127.D · All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.
no capacities & Ratios posted in the Pre-K classroom. Correction: Ensure capacities & ratios are posted in all classrooms. Correct immediately 10/30/24. **Corrected at time of visit. No response is required. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 1 staff (Macie HD 3/24) to not have documentation of emergency and disaster preparedness training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 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 11 staff files and observed 1 staff (Macie) to be missing standard precautions and 1 staff (Alyssa) to have an expired training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
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 11 staff files and observed 2 staff (Macie & Marissa) to be missing documentation of shaken baby/abusive head trauma course. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 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 renewed annually.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 1 staff (Macie) to be missing documentation and 4 staff (Brenda, Meg, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Jamie, & Alyssa) to have expired child abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 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 11 staff files and observed 1 staff, Macie, to not have documentation of Early Intervention training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 11 staff files and observed 2 staff to not have documentation of trails clearance letters. (Alyssa & Kenisha) Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.213.J · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 1 staff, Macie, to not have documentation of Mental Health Consultant training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.K · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed 1 staff, Macie, to not have documentation of Child Care Health Consultant training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 11 staff files and observed 1 staff, Macie , to not have documentation of Early Intervention training. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training in staff files. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include:
Reviewed 8 children's files and observed 2 children to not have an admission record to be updated for the new owners. Correction: Ensure each child has an admission record completed prior to admission and updated annually. Must include all items in rule 2.209.A.1-6. Correct immediately 10/30/24 and submit compliance by 11/30/24. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
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 11 staff files and observed 3 staff (Macie, Kenisha and Alyssa) to not have current health statements. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements for all staff missing or with expired statements. Correct by 11/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 8 children's files and observed 1 child with an expired health statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of current health statements in all children's files with expired statements. Correct by 11/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
in toddler 2 classroom diaper creams, wipes and sanitizers accessible to children and in toddler 1 classroom wipes. Correction: Ensure all keep out of reach of children items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 10/30/24. ****Corrected at time of visity by making inaccessible. No response is required. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
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.
an outlet in toddler 2 to not have a protective covers. Correction: Ensure all outlets are covered with protective covers or safety outlets installed. Correct immediately 10/30/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by placing a cover on the outlet. No response is required. Correct by 10/30/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.