2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

A child who was in attendance in the toddler #1 room was not signed into class on the sign in sheet. Correction: Ensure that all children in attendance are accounted for at all times and an attendance record is kept. **CORRECTED ON SITE** On 10/14/2025 the classroom teacher updated the attendance sheet to include all children in attendance. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 10/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

The navy blue double slide on the preschool playground that is 32 inches in height, had resilient surfacing measuring 5 inches in depth in the use zone. Correction: Ensure that the resilient surfacing measures at least 6 inches in the use zone. **CORRECTED ON SITE** On 10/14/2025 the director raked the rocks to increase the depth of the resilient surfacing to 6 inches in the use zone. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 10/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2025

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

2.137.A · All child care providers must have a written plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency or disaster. Components of the plan must include:

The emergency plan did not have a written plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency. This violation was previously cited on 8/18/2025. Correction: Include a plan for continuity of operations in the emergency plan. Send a copy of the emergency plan to the licensing specialist with the written response. Correct by 09/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.208.A.1 · The following records must be on file at the center: Records of enrollment, daily attendance for each child, and daily record of the time the child arrives at and departs from the center;

a child who was picked up from the center was still listed as in attendance in the Toddler #1 room. Correction: Ensure that a daily attendance sheet is kept current throught the day. **CORRECTED ON SITE** Provider signed the child out of the classroom. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 09/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.C.9 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse or neglect. This training must be completed within thirty (30) days of hire and renewed every three (3) years.

There was no record available for review showing that the Childcare Health Consultant had completed the required recognizing abuse and neglect training. Correction: Ensure that the child care health consultant has the required abuse and neglect training and that a certificate of

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

2.136.A · All child care providers must have a written plan that accounts for children with disabilities as defined in 42 U.S.C. Section 12102 and those with access and functional needs as defined in the State Emergency Operations Plan (2019) (SEOP). The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is hereby incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood at 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246 during regular business hours. The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is also available for no cost from the Colorado Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management at https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhsem/state-eop. The plan must include a specific requirement indicating how all children with special needs will be included in the emergency plan.

The emergency plan did not account for children with disabilities. This violation was previously cited on 8/18/2025. Correction: Ensure that the emergency plan accounts for children with disabilities. Send copy of the emergency plan to the licensing specialist with the written response. Correct by 09/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

5 newly enrolled students did not have the required immunization form(s) on file for review. Correction: Ensure that at the time of enrollment that all children have a curent immunization record. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response. Correct by 09/15/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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

2.206.B · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information:

The following sub sections of this rule were missing or incomplete: B.14 the media policy, B.27 protecting infants from second hand smoke, B.28 establishing safe sleeping environments for infants, and B.29 the procedure for dressing children appropriately for the weather. Correction: Ensure that all requirements for the policies and procedures and developed and followed. Update your policies and procedures and send a copy to the parents of all enrolled children. Send a copy to the licensing specialist with the written response. Correct by 09/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 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 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.

2 of 9 staff files reviewed did not have a signed medical statement from a health care provider. 1 of 9 staff files did not have a current self-reported health history. Correction: Ensure that staff obtain a medical statement signed by a health care provider and that every subsequent year of employment they submit a self-reported health history. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response Correct by 09/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025

Category: health medication. 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.

Staff member #1 did not have a current department approved safe sleep training. Correction: Ensure that all staff members working with infants maintain a current training in safe sleep. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

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

2.217.A.9 · At least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.

Part II of medication administration training for the two staff members delegated to administer medciation, was not signed. Correction: Ensure that staff members deligated to administer medication obtain both parts of the medication administration training course and that they obtain a signature for completion. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response. Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

A bottle of sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" was accessible to children in an unlocked storage drawer in Preschool room #2. Correction: Ensure that items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' are made inaccessible to children. CORRECTED ON SITE. On 8/18/2025 the provider moved the bottle of sunscreen and made it inaccessible. No response is required for this violation. Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

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.

googley eyes that pose a choking hazard to children under 3 years of age, were found on a craft on the front door of the infant classroom. Correction: Ensure that items that are a choking hazard to children under 3 years of age are made inaccessible. CORRECTED ON SITE. On 8/18/2025 The provider moved the crafts with the googley eyes and made them inaccessible to children under 3 years of age. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

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

2.134.A · All child care providers must have a written plan for: evacuating and safely moving children to an alternate site; lockdown; shelter in place; and an active shooter on premises. The plan must include provisions for multiple types of hazards, such as floods, fires, tornadoes, and active shooter situations. The plan must be updated as changes occur and reviewed annually. All employees of a child care provider must also be annually trained on the provider’s written plan prior to caring for children, and retrained as changes occur.

The facility did not have a complete written emergency plan. Correction: create a written plan for evacuation, shelter in place, lockdown, and active shooter on premises, and ensure all staff are trained on it. document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

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

2.135.A · All child care providers must have a written plan for emergency notification of parents and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ reunification of families following an emergency or disaster.

The facility had an incomplete written plan for emergency notification of parents and the reunification of families following an emergency or disaster. Correction: Create a written plan for emergency notification and family reunification. Train all staff on the plan. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.136.A · All child care providers must have a written plan that accounts for children with disabilities as defined in 42 U.S.C. Section 12102 and those with access and functional needs as defined in the State Emergency Operations Plan (2019) (SEOP). The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is hereby incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood at 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246 during regular business hours. The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is also available for no cost from the Colorado Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management at https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhsem/state-eop. The plan must include a specific requirement indicating how all children with special needs will be included in the emergency plan.

The emergency plan did not account for children with disabilities or those with access and functional needs. Correction: Update the emergency plan to include specific provisions for all children with disabilities and functional needs. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.137.A · All child care providers must have a written plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency or disaster. Components of the plan must include:

The facility did not have a written plan for the continuity of operations after an emergency or disaster. Correction: Develop a written plan for continuity of operations. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response Correct by 08/18/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

In the Toddler #1 classroom and the Toddler #2 classroom, licensed for children under 3 years of age, several loose staples were protruding from the wall. This is a violation of stipulation I on the probationary license. The probationary stipulation I states: Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Ensure that loose and protruding staples are made inaccessible to all children under 3 years of age. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

2.230.C.3.a · Toddler climbing equipment must have a three (3) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. Toddler slides require a six (6) foot use zone extending out from the base of the slide. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

The multi colored climbing structure with a pink slide had a 44 inch use zone extending out from the base of the slide. Correction: Ensure that the use zone extending out from the base of the multi-colored climbing structure's pink slide is at least six (6) feet. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

In Toddler classroom #1 there were two thumtacks found on the windowsill. This is a violation of stipulation I on the probationary license. The probationary stipulation I states: Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Ensure that thumb tacks that post a choke or inhalation hazard to children are made inaccessible to children 3 years of age or younger. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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.

In the toddler classroom #2 a drawer containing pompoms, googly eyes and crafting jewels was accesible to children. This is a violation of stipulation I on the probationary license. The probationary stipulation I states: Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Ensure that items that post a choke or inhalation hazard to children are made inaccessible to all children. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

in preschool classroom #2, toddler classroom #1, and toddler classroom #2, stuffed animal toys with labels indicating their use for 3 years of age or older were found. These rooms are licensed for children under 3 years of age. This is a violation of stipulation I on the probationary license. The probationary stipulation I states: Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children must be appropriate for their age. Remove all toys labeled for children aged 3 years or older from classrooms licensed for children under 3 years of age. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

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

A red plastic table on the toddler playground was observed to be cracked and sun-damaged, posing a hazard. This is a violation of stipulation I on the probationary license. The probationary stipulation I states: Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: All indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Repair or remove the cracked and sun-damaged red plastic table from the toddler playground. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

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

diaper cream located in toddler classroom #1 on a shelf accessible to children was labeled "keep out of reach of children." This is a violation of stipulation I on the probationary license. The probationary stipulation I states: Hazardous items, including items labeled “keep out of reach of children,” must be inaccessible to children at all times, both indoors and outside. Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age. Correction: Ensure that items labeled keep out of the reach of children are made inaccessible to all children. Document compliance to the licensing specialist in the written response Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

2.230.C.3.c · Preschool and school-age climbing equipment must have a six (6) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. For slides exceeding six (6) feet in height, the use zone from the base of the slide must be as long as the slide height.

The multi-colored climbing structure in the preschool play yard was positioned between the two swingset posts, specifically 41 inches from one post and 53 inches from the other. Correction: Preschool climbing equipment must have a six (6) foot use zone surrounding the equipment. Ensure the use zone extending from the base of the multi-colored climbing structure's pink slide is at least six (6) feet. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

2.233.B.1 · If the infant program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the infant program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.

The infant program room was not physically separated by a full door from the hallway, allowing children of other age groups to pass through directly outside the infant room. A half-door was observed left open. A hallway window was observed as open. Correction: If the infant program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the infant program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors. Ensure the infant program room is consistently separated from areas with other age groups by a full door. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.233.C.1 · If the toddler program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the toddler program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.

The provider stated that toddlers access their designated room by passing through a preschool classroom. The toddler program is therefore not physically separated by walls and full doors from other age groups. Correction: Toddlers must not pass through the preschool classroom as their program must be physically separated. Provide a plan of compliance outlining how this separation will be achieved. Document compliance to licensing specialist

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.238.C · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: In every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. No lock or fastening to prevent free escape from the inside of any building can be installed. Only panic hardware or single-action hardware is permitted on a door or on a pair of doors. All door hardware must be within the reach of children.

In both the preschool #1 and the toddler #2 classrooms, the emegency exit was bolted during business hours. Correction: Exits must be arranged and maintained to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building at all times when occupied. The bolts on the emergency exits in preschool classroom #1 and toddler classroom #2 must remain unlatched during business hours to ensure free and unobstructed egress. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

The brown climbing structure in the toddler playground measuring 23 inches in height had 2 inches of resilient surfacing. The multicolored climbing structure in the toddler playground measuring 24 inches had 3 inches of resilient surfacing. The yellow climbing pole in the preschool playground had 3 inches of resilient surfacing. Correction: All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have at least six (6) inches of resilient surfacing in the use zone. Increase the depth of the resilient surfacing under the brown climbing structure, the multicolored climbing structure, and the yellow climbing pole to at least six inches. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 07/21/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

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

In the Toddler #1 room, the play kitchen is in disrepair. It has a sharp, exposed screw thread where the faucet is intended to be attached. Correction: this rule was cited on 5.8.2025. Repair or replace the play kitchen or otherwise make it unavailable until it is safe for use. Provide the licensing specialist a written statement verifying compliance with the above rule. Correct by 06/03/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025

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

2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

A paper entitled "preschool schedule" was posted to the wall with a thumb tack in Preschool #2 room which is licensed for children under 3 years of age. Correction: This rule was cited on 4.10.2025. Ensure that any materials accessible to children under 3 years of age are not chokable. Provide the licensing specialist a written statement verifying compliance with the above rule. Correct by 06/03/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

The butcher paper dispenser in the Preschool/SA room is damaged. Several bolts are missing, causing the metal tear bar to detach and hang unsecured at the bottom. Correction: Repair or replace the damaged butcher paper dispenser or otherwise make it unavailable, until it is fully functional and safe for use. Provide the licensing specialist a written statement verifying compliance with the above rule. Correct by 05/08/2025

Corrected Corrected by May 8, 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.

A storage closet in the toddler #2 room that leads to the water heater/broiler was unlatched making the contents of the storage closet accessible to the children. Correction: Secure the storage closet door in the toddler #2 room to prevent access by children. **Corrected on site**

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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.

In the Toddler #1 room, stiff Velcro dots were observed peeling off the wall, presenting a potential choking hazard for children under 3 years old. Correction: Ensure that any materials accessible to children under 3 years old are not a choking hazard. *CORRECTED ON SITE* The Velcro dots were removed from the room in which they were found, and were made inaccessible to children younger than 3 years old. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 04/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

The toddler playground features a green slide, a blue slide, and a pink slide, all measuring 24 inches in FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ height. The resilient surfacing beneath these structures was measured to be 3 inches in depth. Correction: Ensure compliance with resilient surfacing requirements for all climbing equipment. Add Department-approved resilient surfacing to a depth of at least 6 inches in the use zone surrounding the green slide, blue slide, and pink slide in the toddler playground. Document compliance to licensing specialist with written response. Correct by 04/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2025

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

2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

2 pairs of adult scissors were found within the reach of children in the Preschool #2 room and the Toddler #1 room. Correction: Ensure that sharp objects and instruments are stored in areas not accessible to children. **CORRECTED ON SITE** Staff removed the scissors and made them inaccessible to children. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 04/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

A whiteboard with small magnets and thumb tacks was found in the Preschool #2 room, which is licensed for children under 3 years old. These items pose a potential choking hazard. Correction: Ensure that any materials accessible to children under 3 years old are not a choking hazard. *CORRECTED ON SITE* These items were removed from the rooms in which they were found, and were made inaccessible to children younger than 3 years old. No written response is required for this violation. Correct by 04/10/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 spray bottle of sanitizer hanging above the diaper changing station in the toddler one classroom was accessible to children. Correction: All items with the label keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 03/11/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

In the Toddler Two classroom, a vent cover near the door leading to the playground had a lifted corner, creating a tripping hazard. Correction: Indoor equipment must be safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 02/12/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2025

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

2.212.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.

It was learned through conversation that a staff member uses their phone to send a chat on the center's group chat while they are supervising children. It was learned through conversation that two (2) new staff members use their phones while supervising children. Correction: When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

It was identified that the door frame was broken in the toddler classroom where the latch was, so when anyone pulled on the door, the frame moved with it. The nails had come out of the door. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Unqualified staff members are being left alone with children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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

2.217.A.7 · There must be assigned at least one (1) qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children unless otherwise specified in rules. A director may be the assigned teacher for one (1) group of children.

Staff member CR had no qualifications on file available for review and was left alone supervising children in the toddler classroom. Correction: There must be assigned at least one (1) qualified ECT supervising each group of children. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: supervision. 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. Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

Staff member SA was alone with children and she did not have a TRAILS clearance letter available for review. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member SA have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff member SA with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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.

Staff member NH did not have an FBI clearance letter on file available for review and was left 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 NH have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI for staff member NH with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 12/20/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : The facility is not following proper staff-to-child ratios. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 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 that there were fourteen (14) toddler-aged children on the playground to one (1) teacher. Correction: Follow staff to child ratios. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : The staff members are not demonstrating proper knowledgeable decision-making. - FOUNDED Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

A child in the Infant 1 classroom was observed playing with an outlet in the play area and attempted to insert their pinky finger into the socket. It was identified that a broken door frame that had nails protruding from it was left unfixed by the owner and led to an injury of a child. Correction: All staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : The facility is not reporting reportable incidents to the department. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.126.B · Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

It was learned through conversation that staff members at the facility are trained to document incidents or marks on a child, record them in their classroom notebook, and report them to the director or owner. The director or owner speaks with parents and conducts their own investigation if abuse or neglect is suspected, staff members stated that the owner or director is the one responsible for reporting to the department. It was also reported that a staff member noticed a child arriving with a mark and suspected abuse outside the center. The concern was shared with the director, who photographed the mark, but the incident was not reported to the department. Additionally, staff members were unaware they could report suspected child abuse or neglect directly to the department. Correction: Any staff member that has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving the information report the information. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are using inappropriate guidance. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.I · Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from immediate imminent danger. The child must be immediately released once removed from imminent danger.

It was learned through conversation that a staff member picked up a child by placing their hands under the child's arms. The child was upset and refused to enter the classroom from the playground outside, prompting the staff member to carry them inside. Correction: Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from immediate imminent danger. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : The center is not following its procedure, including notification of parent(s)/guardian(s), for handling children's accidents and injuries - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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

2.223.C.2.a · Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

There were fitted sheets in the infant one (1) classroom that were loosely fitted and dirty. The sheets had had crumbs, dirt, and stains on them. Correction: Mattresses for cribs must have a properly fitted, clean sheet. Correct immediately and document compliance to Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

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.

In the Infant 1 classroom, an outlet cover was exposed behind a crib. The gaps in the crib allowed a child to potentially access the outlet cover. Correction: All electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection the director put a cover on the outlet. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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

A child was left unsupervised in the facility’s office without the direct supervision of a staff member. This incident occurred after the child’s classroom transitioned from the Infant 2 to the Infant 1 classroom. The child was left unsupervised for less than five (5) minutes. Both classroom doors were closed, and the absence of the child went unnoticed until a licensing specialist brought it to the staff’s attention. Correction: All children must be under direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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 Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

In the preschool classroom, which is licensed for children aged 2.5 years and older, small, chokeable items were accessible to the children. Specifically, a bucket of assorted Legos was placed near the popcorn machine within the classroom. Correction: Any materials accessible to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke hazard. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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

2.224.B.2 · All infants less than six (6) months of age must be held for bottle feeding. Bottles must not be propped. Older infants must not be allowed to hold their own bottles when lying flat. Bottles must not be allowed in a crib with the infant.

In the Infant 2 classroom, two infants under the age of one were observed lying on separate swings with bottles propped up by blankets. Correction: Bottles must not be propped. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.207.A · For security purposes, a sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians, or staff if children are being transported, must be maintained daily by the center. It must include, for each child in care, the date, the child's name, the time when the child arrived at and left the center, and the parent /guardian or staff member's signature or other unique identifier. For children who are transported, parent(s)/guardian(s) must verify the accuracy of the sign-in/sign-out sheet at least weekly.

In the infant two (2) classroom there were seven (7) children in the classroom and four (4) were signed in. Correction: Staff must maintain a sign in/out sheet. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children. Docusign Envelope ID: B1EE8F4B-6878-41BB-A3AA-F9A8BD0ADC29 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

There was a diaper bag that was accessible to infants, in the infant two (2) classroom. In the diaper bag, there was styling gel that had the label “keep out of reach of children," hydrocortisone and screws. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of the inspection The teacher moved the diaper bag onto a hook in the classroom to make them inaccessible to the children. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.220.G · All medications, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the center's policies. Access to these medications must be limited.

In a diaper bag there was hydrocortisone that was accessible to children. Correction: All medication must be locked and inaccessbile to children. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of the inspection The teacher moved the diaper bag onto a hook in the classroom to make them inaccessible to the children. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 12/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.I · Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from immediate imminent danger. The child must be immediately released once removed from imminent danger.

It was learned through conversations that SM2 would pick children up by their upper arm to move the child. It was identified that SM2 grabbed a child’s arm and pulled them off the playground, the child started to cry due to the incident. Docusign Envelope ID: A35819B9-C9CF-4AB2-A2FF-3076680171B2 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ It was learned through conversation that SM2 would pull a child away from other children and would leave the child away from the group that they were pulled away from. It was learned through conversation that when children are fighting on the playground SM3 would grab a child’s arm to remove the child from the fight. It was identified that SM4 was seen rolling over with an infant and grabbing the infant around the bicep. Correction: Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from immediate imminent danger. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : When caring for children, staff members are using their electronic devices for personal use. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

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

2.212.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.

It was identified that when outside while supervising children, SM1 does not watch the children and goes on their phone. It was learned through conversation, that staff members would occasionally use their phones while supervising children. It was learned through conversation that SM1 sometimes would use their phone to call their child’s doctor while supervising children. It was learned through conversation that SM1 and SM5 sit in blind spots outside and play on their phones while supervising children. SM5 would play games on their phone. Docusign Envelope ID: A35819B9-C9CF-4AB2-A2FF-3076680171B2 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ It was identified that SM4 was seen talking through the glass of a classroom and showing someone something on their phone while supervising children. Correction: When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to cell phones. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are advised not to be honest with the department. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.214.E.1.c · Persons may be denied an original or renewal of a director letter; a director letter may be revoked if substantial evidence has been found that the applicant or director is responsible for one or more of the following at any child care facility, including, but not limited to:Providing false information

It was identified that a staff member stated that the director said that an agency worker wanted the staff member to re-write their incident report and take out the part that an injury of a child occurred outside on the playground. The angency worker did not state that to the director. It was learned through conversation that the director has told staff members that when they are being investigated to not go into details in situations, keep their answers to yes or no, to not overindulge information. It was learned during a conversation that the director has stated when an agency worker asks questions say certain things to protect the director. Staff members have been told that the agency has “things on the director.” Correction: A director letter may be revoked if substantial evidence has been found that the director is responsible for providing false information. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Docusign Envelope ID: A35819B9-C9CF-4AB2-A2FF-3076680171B2

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

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

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

It was learned through conversation that the director showed video footage of a toddler playing on the preschool playground to an agency worker. It was identified that a toddler was playing on the preschool playground and was using the monkey bars. Correction: Play equipment must be appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are not directly supervising children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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

It was identified that two (2) teachers were both in the infant room while there was no teacher in the preschool room fo an unknown amount of time. Correction: All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.207.A · For security purposes, a sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians, or staff if children are being transported, must be maintained daily by the center. It must include, for each child in care, the date, the child's name, the time when the child arrived at and left the center, and the parent /guardian or staff member's signature or other unique identifier. For children who are transported, parent(s)/guardian(s) must verify the accuracy of the sign-in/sign-out sheet at least weekly.

In the toddler one (1) classroom there were five (5) children, but only four (4) were signed in. Docusign Envelope ID: A35819B9-C9CF-4AB2-A2FF-3076680171B2 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ In the toddler two (2) classroom there were four (4) children, but only three (3) were signed in. Correction: A sign-in/ sign-out sheet must be maintained daily by the center. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection staff members updated the sign-in sheet. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.238.C · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: In every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. No lock or fastening to prevent free escape from the inside of any building can be installed. Only panic hardware or single-action hardware is permitted on a door or on a pair of doors. All door hardware must be within the reach of children.

The toddler one (1) classroom had a rocking chair blocking the children from accessing any of the classroom doors. The toddler two (2) classroom had cots blocking a child from leaving the dining area, preventing the child from accessing any of the doors of the classroom. Correction: Exits must be maintained to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building at all times when it is occupied. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection staff member removed the cots and the rocking chair. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

In the toddler two (2) classroom there was an exposed outlet near the table that children eat at. Correction: Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection a staff member plugged in her walkie-talkie into the outlet. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.226.A.2 · Daily physical gross motor activities, with or without equipment or materials, must be provided outdoors, or indoors during inclement weather, to children toddler age and older for no less than sixty (60) minutes total for full day programs. Activities do not have to occur all at once.

It was learned through conversation that staff members are not taking children outside because it is too cold. Correction: Daily physical gross motor activities, must be provided outdoors, to children toddler age and older for no less than sixty (60) minutes total. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 11/18/2024

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 that on 7/25/2024 SM1 lifted one side of the cot and pulled it towards themselves and the cot that CH1 was on fell and hit their lip on the cot. Also, SM1 grabbed CH1’s left leg and flipped it over on the mat to force them to lie down. It was identified that SM2 put their hands on top of the children’s hands and then said that they were going to get smacked if they didn’t listen. Correction: Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats. Correct immediately and Docusign Envelope ID: 456FA43C-75BC-43D7-A5BA-342F6F32272D

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

2.225.I · Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from immediate imminent danger. The child must be immediately released once removed from imminent danger.

A teacher physically redirected a child by pinning their arms against the sides of their chest and then lifting them, and carrying them into a different classroom. The child was visibly distressed, kicking and screaming as they were moved into the other classroom. It was identified that SM3 grabbed a child’s arm and pulled him off the playground. The child cried after being pulled off the playground. Correction: Physical redirection may be used to keep a child from immediate imminent danger. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are not keeping children's personal information confidential. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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

2.129.A.3 · Each licensed child care facility shall maintain records as required by the Department pertaining to the admission, progress, health, and discharge of children in care at the facility. All information regarding children and their families shall be kept confidential.

It was identified that SM3 said to another parent who asked how CH3 was and SM3 told the parent confidential health information about CH3. Correction: All information regarding children and their families shall be kept confidential. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are using personal electronic devices while supervising children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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

2.212.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.

It was identified that SM1, when outside with children does not supervise the children and instead is on their Docusign Envelope ID: 456FA43C-75BC-43D7-A5BA-342F6F32272D FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ phone. Correction: While caring for children, staff must refrain from the use of personal electronic devices. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are not following proper staff-to-child ratios. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 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.

On the playground outside, there were seven (7) toddlers to one (1) staff member. The toddler's ages ranged from twelve (12) months to two and a half (2 ½) years. It was identified that on 8/1/2024 around 9:30 am, in the infant room, there were two (2) staff members to eleven (11) infants. It was learned through conversation that a staff member has been alone with 20 preschool-aged children on the playground. The staff member stated that it happens daily. Correction: Staff to child ratios must be followed at all times. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are not following the appropriate group size. - FOUNDED Docusign Envelope ID: 456FA43C-75BC-43D7-A5BA-342F6F32272D

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

Category: ratio. 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 that on 7/25/2024, in the preschool room, there were 30 children in the room with 21 of the children being preschool-aged. Correction: Maximum group size must be followed at all times. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members are not directly supervising children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

Category: ratio. 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

There was a child in the preschool’s bathroom unsupervised while the rest of the class and teacher were outside on the playground. This occurred incident occurred for at least three (3) minutes. It was learned through conversation that there is an infant that is dropped off in the morning and is kept in the doorway of the infant's two (2) classrooms facing the preschool playground. While all the other children and staff members are on the preschool playground. Correction: All children must be under the direct supervision of a qualified adult at all times. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Written attendance verification is not being completed periodically throughout the day. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

It was identified that the director did not know how many children were in the preschool room when asked, Docusign Envelope ID: 456FA43C-75BC-43D7-A5BA-342F6F32272D FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ and that the director stated that she did not know how many older children were in the preschool room, nor how to look for that information. Correction: The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff members do not demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making and concern for the proper care and well-being of the children. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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.

It was identified that SM1 did not respond to CH1 when they were injured and were crying out in pain. Another staff member came in from outside the room to assist CH1. Correction: All staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making, judgment, and concern for propercare and well-being of children. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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. Docusign Envelope ID: 456FA43C-75BC-43D7-A5BA-342F6F32272D FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

The pea gravel resilient material measured one (1) inches in the use zone below the pink slide on the toddler playground. Correction: Resilient material must be at least six (6) inches in the use zone of the surrounding equipment. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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

2.223.B.1 · Outside of mealtimes, children who are awake must not be confined for more than fifteen (15) minutes at a time to cribs, playpens, swings, highchairs, infant seats, or other equipment that confines movement. Children must have the opportunity for freedom of gross motor movement.

There was an infant in the infant two (2) classroom that was left in a bouncer from 9:40 AM to 12 PM. A staff member did state that the child was taken out of the bouncer for a moment and then placed back into the bouncer. Correction: Children who are awake must not be confined for more than fifteen (15) minutes at a time. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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

2.204.B.3 · An “infant program” provides care for children between the ages of six (6) weeks and eighteen (18) months.

A child that was one (1) years old and nine (9) months old was in the infant one (1) classroom. The child was listed as a child on the sign-in sheet in that classroom. Correction: The infant program provides care for children between ages of six (6) weeks to eighteen (18) months. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.207.A · For security purposes, a sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians, or staff if children are being transported, must be maintained daily by the center. It must include, for each child in care, the date, the child's name, the time when the child arrived at and left the center, and the parent /guardian or staff member's signature or other unique identifier. For children who are transported, parent(s)/guardian(s) must verify the accuracy of the sign-in/sign-out sheet at least weekly.

In the infant one (1) classroom there were five (5) children in attendance and three (3) signed in. In the infant two (2) classroom there was no sign-in sheet in their classroom. Preschool one (1) classroom had zero (0) children out of the eight (8) in attendance signed in. Toddler one (1) did not have a sign-in sheet in their classroom. Docusign Envelope ID: 456FA43C-75BC-43D7-A5BA-342F6F32272D FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: A sign in/ sign out sheet must be must be maintained daily by the center. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

It was learned through conversation that all children are dropped off outside on the preschool playground until 7:30 AM. Some infants and toddlers are dropped off and on the playground during the morning. The preschool playground has equipment that is appropriate for children 2.5 years of age and older. Correction: Play equipment must be appropriate for children's age, size, and developmental needs. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/07/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2024

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

2.219.B.1.a.1 · If the parent or legal guardian of a child wants a nonmedical exemption from the immunization requirement based on a religious belief whose teachings are opposed to immunizations or a personal belief that is opposed to immunizations, the child’s parent, or legal guardian must: Submit the certificate of nonmedical exemption with a signature from an immunizing provider in Colorado; or

There was a child that had a nonmedical exemption form to satisfy the immunization requirement. The document was not signed by by an immunizing provider. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of nonmedical exemption signed by an immunizing provider. Correct and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

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

2.217.C.8 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion. Docusign Envelope ID: 45AF99B5-6053-4012-B439-4176A3A3DA24 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

There was no documentation of the health care consultants Immunization course. Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of health care consultants Immunization Training. Correct and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: health medication. 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.

Staff members DH, TA, and ED had expired Safe Sleep Training. Correction: Obtain, maintain and update annually documentation of Safe Sleep Training. Correct immediately. Document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

Staff members DH, SP, TA, and ED had either expired Standard Precautions Training, or did not have one in their file available for review. Correction: Obtain, maintain and update annually documentation of Standard Precautions Training. Correct immediately. Document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 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.

Staff members TA and ED had expired Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Training. Correction: Obtain, maintain and update annually documentation of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Training. Correct immediately. Document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

Staff members CR, SP, TA, and ED did not have a current CPR/ First Aid Certificate nor a current Docusign Envelope ID: 45AF99B5-6053-4012-B439-4176A3A3DA24 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. Correction: Obtain, maintain and update bi-annually documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. Correct and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

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.

Staff members TA, ED, and DH did not have a current Child Abuse Prevention Training. Correction: Obtain, maintain and update annually documentation of Child Abuse Prevention Training. Correct immediately. Document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

There was no documentation for any staff member that they completed Building and Physical Premises. Correction: All staff must complete a pre-service building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. Obtain, maintain documentation of Building and Physical Premises Training. Correct immediately. Document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.217.C.7 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved child care health consultant introductory training course within six (6) months of hire. Child care health consultants must complete Department-approved ongoing professional development training every three (3) years. The center must obtain and maintain proof of training completion.

There was no documentation of the health care consultants Introductory Training. Docusign Envelope ID: 45AF99B5-6053-4012-B439-4176A3A3DA24 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of health care consultants Introductory Training. Correct and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 10/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: health medication. 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.

The preschool two classroom did not have a posted capacity and ratio sign. Correction: All rooms must have a 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. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

The infant two classroom had an exposed outlet in their play area. In the preschool one classroom had an exposed outlet which was accessible to children. Correction: All electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have a protective cover. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

On the infant two 2 playground there was equipment that had cracks that could cause a pinching hazard, and equipment that was not being used as designed. Docusign Envelope ID: 45AF99B5-6053-4012-B439-4176A3A3DA24 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ On the infant one playground there was a hose that was spread out the length of the playground causing a potential tripping hazard. On the preschool playground there was a whale water station that had a bowl with a broken bottom causing a potential pinching hazard. Correction: Outdoor equipment must be safe and free of hazards. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

The infant two playground had a slide that was twenty-four (24) inches on turf with no resilient material. The pea gravel resilient material measured three (3) inches in the use zone below the pink slide on the toddler playground. The pea gravel resilient material measured two (2) inches in the use zone below the blue slide and three (3) inches in the use zone below the pink slide on the preschool playground. Correction: Maintain at least six (6) inches of resilient surfacing in the use zone of equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 45AF99B5-6053-4012-B439-4176A3A3DA24 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 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.

In the infant two classroom there was one (1) teacher to ten (10) infants. The age range for the infant two classroom is one (1) year olds to eighteen (18) months. Correction: Maintain staff to child ratio at all times. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection an additional staff member was moved into the infant two classroom. Document a plan for continued compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.218.B.3 · Admission procedures must be completed prior to the child's attendance at the center and must include: If applicable, a Department-approved health care plan authorized by the child’s health care provider and parent(s)/guardian(s) defining the interventions needed to care for a child who has an identified health or developmental condition or concern including, but not limited to seizures, asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, heart or respiratory conditions, and physical disabilities. Any applicable medications, supplies, and/or medical equipment must be available to the staff prior to the child’s first day of care. The staff working with a child with a health care plan must be informed, trained, and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Department-approved child care health consultant; supervision of the plan and interventions must be documented.

It was learned through conversation that staff member DH was administering an inhaler to a child. DH did not have a current Medication Administration Training, nor documentation of delegation. Correction: The staff working with a child with a health care plan must be informed, trained, and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Department-approved child care health consultant; supervision of the plan and interventions must be documented. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/10/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.100.F.9 · . There must be a carbon monoxide detector installed in the area of the child care facility as recommended by the manufacturer and in the area where children and youth sleep.

There were no carbon monoxide detectors installed in any of the areas where children sleep. Correction: A carbon monoxide detector must be installled in an area where children sleep. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/12/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2023

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

7.702.72.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.

One inch (1") depth of resilient material (pea gravel) in the use zone of the pink slide on the toddler playground, and one inch (1") depth of resilient material (pea gravel) in the use zone of the spring rockers on the preschool playground. Correction: All climbing equipment eighteen inches (18") or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six inches (6") in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the DocuSign Envelope ID: 3C124CF2-BFB2-474E-BCDB-7C39A1723DB6

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

7.702.72.C.2.a · The maximum height for toddler climbing equipment cannot exceed thirty-two (32) inches.

A pink slide on the toddler playground measured two feet and 10 inches (2' 10") in height. Correction: Toddler climbing equipment can not be higher than thirty- two inches (32"). Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/12/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2023

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

7.702.73.A.6.1 · In a combination sleep/activity rooms, the sleep area must be separated by a sturdy divider from the area used for activities, and cribs must be arranged so that all infants and cribs are easily accessible to staff members.

In toddler 2 room cribs were not separated by a divider from the area used for activites. Correction: The sleep area must be seperated by a sturdy divider from the area used for activites. Correct immediately and document compliance to the Department on the response form. Correct by 09/12/2023

Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2023

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