Kindercare Learning Centers Llc

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.

At the time of inspection the specialist asked SM1 how many children were in attendance. SM1 stated there was 20 children and then asked SM2 how many kids and SM2 stated 19 children. The specialist reviewed attendance verification and observed 19 children were in the classroom. Identified that CH1 was checked out of the room an hour prior to my presence in the classroom. Correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 06/17/2026

Corrected by Jun 17, 2026

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

At the time of inspection, the specialist observed and unlocked diaper changing table. Behind the unlocked diaper changing table the specialist observed wipes and diaper supplies labled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. ****Corrected at time of inspection, the Director locked the diaper changing table making the itemns inaccessible to children. No response is

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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.

At the time of inspection the specialist observed SM3 in the Infant A Classroom. After reviewing SM3 and 17 other staff files the specialist observed SM3 missing current documentation training of Safe Sleep Training. Correction: Obtain current documentation of Safe Sleep training for SM3. Submit a written response of compliance and compeltion of training to specialist. Correct by 06/17/2026

Corrected by Jun 17, 2026

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2.213.G · All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed 18 staff files and observed SM3 missing current documentation of Child Abuse Prevention training. Correction: Obtain current documentation of Child Abuse Prevention training for SM3. Submit a written response of compliance and compeltion of training to the specialist. Correct by 06/17/2026

Corrected by Jun 17, 2026

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2.209.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider

Reviewed 13 child files and observed 2 children missing current documentation of a health statement. Correction: Obtain current documentation of health statement. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 06/17/2026

Corrected by Jun 17, 2026

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2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Reviewed 13 child files and observed 2 children missing current emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain current medical authorization for the 2 children. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 06/17/2026

Corrected by Jun 17, 2026

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2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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.

Reviewed 13 child files and observed 2 children missing current immunization records. Correction: Obtain a current immunization record for children. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 06/17/2026

Corrected by Jun 17, 2026

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2.206.B.10 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure, including notification of parent(s)/guardian(s), for handling children's illnesses, accidents, and injuries

Identified through staff statements and after reviewing the parent handbook, the facility did not provide parents with an incident report on the date of the incident. Correction: Written policies and procedures must be developed implemented and followed. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 04/23/2026

Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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2.124.A.1.b · Within twenty-four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty-four (24) hours of a child’s return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: An injury to a child that requires medical attention by a health care professional or admission to a hospital, whether or not treatment was given. This report must be completed in the online injury system within 24 hours of an incident. If a provider is unable to access the online system, you must use the paper form, and submit the form to the Department within 24 hours of the incident.

Identified through staff statement and after reviewing a message in the KinderCare App a parent sent a message to the facility regarding an injury that resulted in CH1 seeking medical attention and was not reported to the Department. Correction: An injury to a child that requires medical attention by a health care professional or admission to a hospital whether or not treatment was given. This report must be completed in the online injury system within 24 hours of an incident. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 04/23/2026 ________________________________________________

Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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2.223.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.

During the inspection, the specialist asked SM1 how many children were in the Infant classroom. SM1 reported 10 children; however, upon verifying attendance, the specialist observed 9 children present. In the Preschool A classroom, the specialist asked SM2 for the number of children in attendance. SM2 stated there were 10 children, but attendance verification confirmed that 9 children were present. In the Twos classroom, the specialist asked SM3 how many children were in attendance. SM3 reported 15 children; however, after verification, the specialist confirmed there were 14 children present. Correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 04/23/2026

Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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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 statements that there has been some pervious concerns regarding proper supervision in the bathroom and there has been on going behaviors happening in the bathroom. Correction: All children must be under direct supervision at all times. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.223.A.4 · Staff must directly supervise children and maintain staff to child ratio during special activities that occur with an outside vendor or provider and where the vendor uses their expert staff to facilitate the activity.

At the time of inspection, the specialist observed a Soccer Shots instructor alone on the preschool playground supervising 7 children ages 3-4 for approxiamately 1-2 minutes. Correction: Staff must directly supervise children and maintain staff to child ratios during special activities that occur with an outside vendor. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.219.B.4 · Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.

Reviewed 14 child files and observed four children missing current health statements. Correction: Obtain a current health statement for all children. Submit a written response of compliance to the speciailist. Correct by 08/17/2025

Corrected by Aug 17, 2025

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2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Reviewed 14 child files and observed 4 children missing current documentation of emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain a current emergency medical authorization for all children. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.206.C · Policies and procedures must be reviewed annually. Any changes must be incorporated and must be communicated to the parent(s)/guardian(s).

Reviewed 14 child files and observed one child missing current documentation of signed policy and procedure. Correction: Policy and procedures must be reviewed annually. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Skylar and Christina missing current documentation of Standard Precautions training. Correction: Obtain a current standard precaution training. Submit a written response of compliance and training certificate to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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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.

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Caitlin and Emily to be missing current documentation of safe sleep training. Correction: Obtain current safe sleep training for staff members. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist and training certificate. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Caitlin, Skylar and Lacey to be missing current child abuse or neglect training. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain current child abuse or neglect training for staff members. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist and training certificate. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.120.C.2 · 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: All other requests except those specified in rule section 2.120(C)(1) must be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility.

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Suvada and Lacey W to be missing current documentation of TRAILS clearance letter. Correction: Obtain a current TRAILS clearance letter for staff members. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist, along with clearance letter to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.121.A.1 · In order to obtain any Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint criminal history records, each applicant listed below must have their fingerprints taken and processed at a vendor approved by CBI. Approved vendors may be located using the CBI website at Colorado.gov/cbi. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked, identified as follows:

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Lacey W to be missing current documentation of CBI and FBI FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ clearance letters. Correction: Obtain current documentation of CBI and FBI clearance letters for staff member. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist along with clearance letters. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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2.138.A · Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Reviewed drill log documentation and observed no current documentation of tornado and active shooters being completed. Correction: A record of all emergency drills held over the past 12 months must be maintained by the facility. Submit a written response of compliance to the specialist. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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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 Twos A observed broken plastic forks in the sensory bin causing a potential choking hazard to children under the age of three. Twos B observed several small fossils in the sensory bin causing a potential choking hazard to children under the age of three. In the Preschool A classroom observed broken crayons, small seashells and marker lids causing a potential choking hazard to children under the age of three. Correction: Any materials accessible to children under the age of 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. *****Corrected at time of inspection, Director removed the broken forks from the sensory bin making the items in accessible to children under the age of three and Director removed all small fossils from the sensory bin making the items in accessible to children under the age of three. Director removed the broken crayons, small seashells and marker lids making the items in accessible to children under the age of three. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Reviewed 14 child files and observed 1 files to be missing current written authorization for emergency medical care signed by parent/guardian. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain current documentation of written authorization for emergency medical care signed by parent/guardian. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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2.213.L · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.

Reviewed 28 staff files and observed Derric to be missing documentation of a one hour of child development training. Correction: Obtain current documentation of one hour training in Child Development. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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2.212.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Reviewed 28 staff files observed Haley to be missing current documentation of a medical statement. Correction: Obtain current documentation of a medical statement for staff member. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 28 staff files observed Haley to be missing current documentation of standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain current documentation of standard precautions training. Submit written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Reviewed 28 staff files and observed Anastasias to be missing current documentation of First Aid and CPR. Correction: Obtain current documentation of First Aid and CPR for staff file. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed 28 staff files observed Hailey to be missing current documentation of child abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain current documentation of child abuse prevention training for staff member. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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

On the Preschool playground specialist observed a bench that had exposed sharp edges causing a potential hazard to children. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment and furnishings must be sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.702.51.B.2.j · The written order by the person with prescriptive authority shall include: Special instructions.

Specialist reviewed all medication and observed health care plan missing special instructions. Correction: The written order by the person with prescriptive authority shall include: special instructions. Immediately obtain documentation of a health care plan that includes instructions. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.702.35.A.2 · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following: Verification of qualifications and training.

Specialist reviewed 27 staff files and observed Maxine G to have an expired credential. Correction: Obtain current documentation of qualifications for staff member. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.701.100.F.2 · . Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly, but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Specialist reviewed drill logs for the facility and observed only one tornado drill and one lock down drill documented since January of 2023. Correction: Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Submit a written response of compliance to specialist Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.702.51.B.1 · Any unexpired routine medication, prescription or non-prescription (over the counter), must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider with prescriptive authority and with written parental consent. home remedies, homeopathic medication, vitamins, and supplements must not be administered to children in childcare.

Specialist reviewed all medications and observed 1 health care plan missing parental consent. Correction: Immediately documentation of parental consent. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.702.42.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Amanda G to be missing current standard precautions trainings. Correction: All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that must beet current OSHA requirements prior to working with children. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.702.51.B.5 · In the case medication needs to be given on an ongoing, long-term basis, the authorization and consent forms must be reauthorized on an at least annual basis. Any changes in the original medication authorization require a new written order by the prescribing practitioner and a change in the prescription label.

Specialist reviewed all medications and observed 1 expired health care plan. Correction: In the case medication needs to be given on an ongoing, long-term basis, the authorization and consent forms

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7.702.34.A.7 · The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Reviewed 13 child files and observed one child file to be missing current documentation of written authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parents/guardians. Immediately obtain documentation of emergency medical authorization for child. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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7.702.34.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider.

Reviewed 13 child files and observed 3 child files with expired health statements. Correction: Obtain documentation of a current health statement completed by a health care provider for all children. Correct by 10/20/2023

Corrected by Oct 20, 2023

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7.702.42.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed 27 staff files and observed Monica M to be missing documentation of current child abuse prevention training. Correction: Immediately obtain current documentation of child abuse prevention training. All employees must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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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 27 staff files and observed Samantha to be missing documentation of a medical statement signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider. Correction: Obtain documentation of a medical statement signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider. Correct by 09/20/2023

Corrected by Sep 20, 2023

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