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8005 Highland Meadows PKWY, Fort Collins CO 80528 · License #1672874 · Center · Preschool Program
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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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: S_M_A_LL_ O_A_KS_ C_H_R_IS_TI_AN_ _PR_E_SC_H_O_O_L______Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 1_6_72_87_4______ ________________________________________________
Observed outlet in 3's and 4's classroom not to have a protective cover. Correction: All outlets accessible to children must have a protective cover. Correct immediately 12/9/25 and submit compliance by 12/16/25. ***Corrected at time of inspection by adding a cover to outlet, no response required. Correct by 12/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Observed baby whipes to be labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in the 3's and 4's classroom. Correction: All items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 12/9/25 and submit compliance by 12/16/25. ***Corrected at time of inspection my moving whipes and making them inaccessible to children, no response required. Correct by 12/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
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;
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Reviewed 4 children files and observed 2 children files to not have a dated emergency authorization. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date emergency authorizations for all children. Correct immediately 12/9/25 and submit compliance by 12/16/25. Correct by 12/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 6 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have a CBI background check (hire date March of 2025). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct immediately 12/9/25 and submit compliance by 12/16/25. Correct by 12/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.J.1.a · 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: S_M_A_LL_ O_A_KS_ C_H_R_IS_TI_AN_ _PR_E_SC_H_O_O_L______Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 1_6_72_87_4______ ________________________________________________ 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:State criminal history check
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have a completed out of state background check clearance letter (hire date March of 2025). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct immediately 12/9/25 and submit compliance by 12/16/25. Correct by 12/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed center to have an expired fire inspection (expired 2/21/25). Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date fire inspection documentation. Correct immediately 12/9/25 and submit compliance by 12/16/25. Correct by 12/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed electrical outlet without a protective cover in the Jr. K classroom accessible to children. Correction: All electrical outlets must have a protective cover at all times. Correct immediately 1/22/2025 and submit compliance by 1/29/2025. ***Corrected at time of visit by installing a protective cover, no response required. Correct by 01/22/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: S_M_A_LL_ O_A_KS_ C_H_R_IS_TI_AN_ _PR_E_SC_H_O_O_L______Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 1_6_72_87_4______ ________________________________________________ site director must be trained in the Department approved training.
Reviewed 5 staff files and observed 1 staff to not have documentation of completed disaster prepardness training. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date disaster prepardness training documentation for all staff. Correct immediately 1/22/2025 and submit compliance by 1/29/2025. Correct by 01/22/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed multiple glass jars in both the 202 and 209 classrooms. Correction: No glass materials may used in classrooms used by children less than 5 years old. Correct immediately 2/21/2024 and submit compliance by 3/21/2024. Correct by 02/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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, 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 observed all 4 to not have documentation of parent/guardian signatures on policies and procedures. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date parent/guardian signed policy and procedures for all enrolled children. Correct immediately 2/21/2024 and submit compliance by 3/21/2024. Correct by 02/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
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.
Observed center to not have completed fire and tornado drills in 2023 school year. Correction: Fire drills are to be completed monthly between the month of January and December. Tornado drills are to be completed monthly between the months of March and October. Maintain current and up to date emergency drills documentation. Correct immediately 2/21/2024 and submit compliance by 3/21/2024. Correct by 02/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 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 10 staff files and observed 1 staff (Karen Sutherlin) to have expired background checks (expiration date- Trails-11/2/18, CBI-9/18/20218, FBI-5/25/2018). FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: S_M_A_LL_ O_A_KS_ C_H_R_IS_TI_AN_ _PR_E_SC_H_O_O_L______Lic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er_ : 1_6_72_87_4______ ________________________________________________ Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage video on the OEC website. Submit verification that staff member Karen Sutherine has reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI, FBI, and TRAILS for staff member Karen Sutherlin with written response to Specialist. Correct by 02/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 10 staff files and observed 1 staff to have an expired child abuse prevention training (expiration date 5/5/2023). Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date child abuse prevention training for all staff. Correct immediately 2/21/2024 and submit compliance by 3/21/2024. Correct by 02/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 10 staff files and observed 2 staff to not have documentation of completed health statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date health statements for all staff. Submit compliance by 3/21/2024.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. 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 10 staff files and observed1 staff to not have completed Trails background check documentation and 1 staff to have an expired Trails background check documentation (expiration date 11/1/2017). Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage video on the OEC website. Submit verification that staff member Kara Taylor and Nicole Pool have reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff members Kara Taylor and Nicole Pool with written response to Specialist. Correct immediately 2/21/2024 and submit compliance by 3/21/2024. Correct by 02/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.