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Home › CO › Fort Collins › Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center
424 Pine St 100, Fort Collins CO 80524 · License #45852 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 that staff member 1 did not secure child 1 while holding them resulting in child falling to the ground. Correction: Ensure all staff demonstrate knowledgeable decision making and judgment when working with children. Correct immediately 4/14/2025. Correct by 04/14/2025 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff failed to write a report of injury. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise
Identified through staff interviews that staff were not actively supervising children while playing outside and did not see child 1 fall and get injured. Correction: Ensure that at least one staff member is actively supervising children to help prevent injuries. Correct by 04/14/2025 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff not securing children while holding them, resulting in child getting injured. - FOUNDED
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Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.
Small window clings in the Inchworms, Caterpillars, Monkeys, Super Stars and Busy Bees room. A small magnet and a small seashell in Panda room. All items posing a potential choking hazard and accessible to children. Correction: All materials must not pose a choking hazard, correct immediately 10/14/24. *Corrected at the time of inspection, Assistant Director removed the items from the classrooms. No response is required. Correct by 10/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by 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 29 staff files and observed Elyse W and Khalia J to have expired child abuse and neglect checks (TRAILS). 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. Correct by 10/15/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2024
Category: background checks. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 29 staff files and observed Alondra O and Erin C and Kassandra E to be missing a CPR/First Aid module or training. Correction: Obtain a department approved CPR/First Aid module for staff, correct by 11/14/24. Correct by 11/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Several areas of exposed weed matting, water hoses, and a few holes on the Toddler Traditional playground, posing potential safety hazards. Correction: Materials must be safe and free of hazards, correct immediately 10/14/24. Correct by 10/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, 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 35 staff files and observed 1 staff member (Alejandro hd 5/22/23) to not have Early Intervention within 90 days of hire. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training. Correct immediately 10/16/23. Submit compliance by 11/16/23. Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.b · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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 24 children files and observed 3 files to not have a health form Correction: Obtain and maintain current health statements within 30 days of enrollment or expiration for all children enrolled. Correct by 11/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.62.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.
In the Koala classroom staff stated that there were 17 children in the classroom when there was 16. Correction: Staff must verify attendance throughout the day. Correct immediately by 10/16/23. Submit compliance by 11/16/23. Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In the Bear's classroom the cabinet containing the sunscreen, sanitizer, and soap was left open and unattended. Correction: Staff must place items designated "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 10/16/23. ***Corrected at time of visit by locking cabinet. No response required Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
In the Koala's classroom a power strip did not have outlet covers. Correction: All outlet and power strip cords must have protective coverings. Correct immediately 10/16/23. ***Corrected at time of visit by covering with outlet plugs. No response required. Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.72.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Observed on the Toddler playground and the Natural playground weed fabric to be exposed and posing a tripping hazard. Correction: Ensure all outdoor and indoor spaces are sturdy, safe and free of hazard. Correct immediately 10/16/23. Submit compliance by 11/16/23. Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.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 35 staff files and observed 1 staff member (Alejandro hd 5/22/23) to not have a current health statement within 30 days of hire. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain and maintain a current health statement in staff file. Correct by 11/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.D.5 · Every five (5) years requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by resubmitting a complete set of fingerprints and the required fee to CBI for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 35 staff file and observed 1 staff member (Carol) to not have an updated FBI and TRAILS clearance letter. Expiration 9/30/23. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of updated FBI and TRAIL letters. Correct immediately 10/16/23. Submit compliance 11/16/23. Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.100.A · . Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. 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 State Department-approved training
Reviewed 35 staff files and observed 1 staff member (Alejandro hd 5/22/23) to not have documentation of Disaster Preparedness course prior to working with children. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of training. Correct immediately 10/16/23. Submit compliance by 11/16/23. Correct by 10/16/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.