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419 E Stuart, Fort Collins CO 80525 · License #57565 · Center · Preschool Program
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2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
A few areas of weed matting exposed on the playground, posing a potential tripping hazard. Correction: Materials must be safe and free of hazards, correct immediately 5/20/26. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.122.A · Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.
No approving fire inspection was available to review. Correction: Obtain approved fire inspection, correct by 6/20/26 or prior to the issuance of the license. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.5.a · If preschool-age children are in care for longer than five (5) hours, the center must provide at least a thirty (30) minute rest period meeting the following: A firm cot or two (2) inch mat with a sheet and blanket, or other suitable covering, must be provided for each child;
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No cots/mats were available. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: There must be a firm cot or 2 inch mat and blanket provided for each child, correct immediately 5/20/26. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
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.
Swings to have less than 6 inches of resilient material under them. Correction: Equipment must have at least 6 inches of resilient material, correct immediately 5/20/26. Correct by 05/20/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.210.A · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
A staff member to be working with children and missing a staff file. Correction: Obtain completed staff file for staff, correct immediately 10/1/25. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
A can of lysol in the lower cabinet in the bathroom and a spray bottle of cleaner in the lower cabinet in the classroom. Both items labeled "keep out of the reach of children" and accessible to children. Correction: All items labeled "keep out of the reach of children" must be inaccessible to children, correct immediately 10/1/25. *Corrected at time of inspection, teacher moved both items to a high cabinet. No response is required. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed 3 staff to be missing a child abuse and neglect check (TRAILS) completed. 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) for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Document compliance to specialist within 24 hours. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 3 staff files and observed 2 staff to be missing CBI and FBI clearance letters (staff were working alone with children). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI, FBI) for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Document compliance within 24 hours to specialist. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.B · Each staff member of the facility must be trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation staff have been trained in fire safety and fire extinguishers. Correction: Obatin documentation staff have been trained in fire safety and fire extinguishers, correct immediately 10/1/25. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 3 staff files and observed 1 staff to be missing medical statements from a health care provider. Correction: Obtain medical statements for staff, correct by 11/1/25. Correct by 11/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 3 staff files and observed all staff to be missing documentation staff have been trained in medication administration policies and procedures. Correction: Obtain documentation staff have been trained in medication administration policies and procedures, correct immediately 10/1/25. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 3 staff files and observed one staff to be missing a department approved standard precautions training and one staff to have an incompleted certificate. Correction: Obtain completed department approved standard precautions training for staff, correct immediately 10/1/25. Correct by 10/01/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.B · Each staff member of the facility must be trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms
Reviewed 4 staff files and found all files to be missing training for fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms. Correction: Obtain training for fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms. Correct Immediately 10/24/24 Correct by 10/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.206.A · At the time of enrollment, and upon amendments to policies and procedures, the center must give the parent(s)/guardian(s) the center’s policies and procedures and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.
Reviewed 4 children files and found all to be missing documentation that parents have received and read policies and procedures. Correction: Obtain documentation that parents have received and read policies and procedures. Correct Immediately 10/24/24. Correct by 10/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
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 4 staff files and found all to be missing documentation they have been trained on medication administration policy. Correction: Obtain documentation that staff have been trained on medication administration policy. Correct Immediately 10/24/24. Correct by 10/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 4 staff files and found Sarah B to have expired first aid and cpr. Correction: Obtain First Aid and CPR training/module. Correct by 11/24/24. Correct by 11/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 24, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.K · Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.
No written authorization for sunscreen from parents or guardians. Correction: Obtain authorization for sunscreen. Correct Immediately 10/24/24. Correct by 10/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 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.
Soap under the bathroom sink accessible to children labeled "keep out of reach of children" in the South Room. Correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately 10/24/24. Corrected at time of visit, Director moved it to a locked cabinet. No response required. Correct by 10/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.M · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass are not permitted for children less than five (5) years of age.
A glass vase on top of cubbies that is easily breakable in the North Room. Correction: Materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass must be removed. Correct immediately 10/24/24. Corrected at the time of inspection, Director removed item. No response required. Correct by 10/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.