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.

Identified through staff statements and review of attendance records, children are not being signed in and out of facility accurately by staff and/or parent(s)/guardian(s). Reviewed sample of sign-in/out logs and identified system of FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ record (ProCare) did not reflect paper attendance tracking forms and lacking staff member's signature or other unique identifier. Correction: Immediately ensure for security purposes, a sign in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians, or staff if children are being transported, is 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. Correct by 01/14/2025 ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Chipped paint along the wall in the dramatic play area accessible to children within the Sequoia's preschool classroom and chipped paint along the wall accessible to children within the Cedars toddler classroom. Correction: Immediately (1/14/2025) ensure all areas used for child care are kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 01/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 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.

A bulletin board decoration containing parts small enough to fit inside of a choke tube and a small figure with google eyes accessible to children less than 3 years of age in the main entry hallway, posing potential choke hazards. Correction: Staff immediately (1/14/2025) removed the decoration and figure from the hallway area, making them inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 01/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

A box of large plastic trash bags in the girls bathroom accessible to children within the Sequoia and Evergreen classrooms. Correction: Director immediately (1/14/2025) removed the box of trash bags, making them inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 01/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025

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.

Identified through staff statements and review of attendance records CH1 was not signed in and out of care accurately by staff during the week of 10/14/2024 and parent(s)/guardian(s) are not verifying the accuracy of sign in/sign out sheets for children who are transported at least weekly. Observed CH1 was signed in/out on paper tracking forms but was not signed in/out of attendance tracking system of record (ProCare) and lacking staff member signature or other unique identifier. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately ensure 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. Correct by 01/14/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.206.B.12 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure for transporting children, if applicable, including transportation arrangements and parental permission for excursions and related activities

Reviewed 2024 parent handbook and identified it lacking specific policy related to transporting children by foot to local schools, as well as the staff/parent responbility for sign-in/out of children who are transported. Correction: Immediately ensure parent handbook is updated to include current transportation procedures and requirement for parent(s)/guardian(s) to verify, at least weekly, the accuracy of sign in/sign out records for children who are transported. Submit updated copy of parent handbook with written response. Correct by 01/14/2025 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff member 1 dropped CH1 off at their preschool, leaving CH1 unattended. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Chipped paint on the wall near the manipulatives area accessible to children within the Cedars classroom and a large hole in the wall near the rear exit accessible to children within the Evergreens classroom. Correction: Partially corrected at time of visit. Director immediately (9/23/2024) moved a table in front of the hole in the wall in the Evergreens classroom, covering the hole. No additional response needed to address the Evergreens classroom. Immediately (9/23/2024) ensure that all areas used for child care are kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition, to include the chipped paint in the Cedars classroom. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 23, 2024

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.

Several uncovered outlets on a power strip accessible to children within the Evergreens classrooms. Correction: Director immediately (9/23/2024) placed safety covers in the uncovered outlets on the power strip. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 09/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Reviewed 19 staff files and observed Sara G. lacking documentation of a current medical exam that is signed by a Health Care Provider. Correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring Sara G. has obtained a medical statement signed by a health care provider with the above listed information. Correct by 10/23/2024

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2024

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

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.

Program failed to submit an injury report within 24 hours of being made aware that CH1 had been admitted to a hospital and received medical attention by a healthcare provider. Correction: Immediately (7/31/2024) ensure that all injuries to a child or staff that require medical care by a health care professional are reported to the Department within 24 hours after notification. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 07/31/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : On 5/16/2024, CH1 was not walking independently and was in the toddler classroom. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.218.E · If the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree(s) that the center should care for a child in the toddler program who is twelve (12) months old but not walking independently, or is over thirty-six (36) months old, the center must have on file a written statement from a health care provider confirming that care for the child is appropriate in the toddler program.

Identified through staff statements that on 05/16/2024, Child 1 was not yet walking independently and being cared for within the Redwoods I Toddler classroom while in transition between the Aspen Infant Classroom and the Redwood 1 Toddler classroom without a written statement from a health care provider on file. Also identified through staff statements that other children who were not walking independently were being cared for within the Redwood 1 Toddler classroom without a written statement from a health care provider on file. Correction: Immediately (7/31/2024) ensure that all children 12 months old and not yet independently walking who are being cared for within a toddler classroom have a written statement from a health care provider on file. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 07/31/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : On 5/16/2024, CH1 received an injury to the arm that was unnoticed by Staff 1 and Staff 2, who were responsible for

Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024

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

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

A large jug of sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the bathroom counter accessible to children within the Cedars toddler classroom. Correction: Director immediately (7/31/2024) removed the jug of sunscreen from the counter and placed in out of reach. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 07/31/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.236.A.1 · If the office space is accessible to children, it must be free of hazards.

Back door to the office unlocked making it accessible to children within the Sequoia's preschool classroom. Correction: Director immediately (7/11/2024) locked the office door, making the office inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 07/11/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2024

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.

A can of shaving cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a shelf accessible to children within the Cypress preschool room, and a staff purse on a hook behind the door accessible to children within the Oak school age classroom. Correction: Director immediately (7/11/2024) placed the can of shaving cream on a high shelf, and the Classroom Teacher immediately stored the purse in a locked cabinet, making them both inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 07/11/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Several areas of chipped paint and small holes along the wall within the Cedar's toddler classroom. Correction: Immediately (7/11/2024) ensure all areas used for child care are kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 07/11/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.F · Trampolines and inflatable bouncers are prohibited.

A small trampoline being used by children within the Oak school age classroom. Correction: Classroom Teacher immediately (7/11/2024) removed the trampoline from the classroom. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 07/11/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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 17 staff files and observed the program lacking documentation of a current standard precautions certification for Jamie G., Melissa R., Ronna W., Kaitlyn E., Pawsh S. and Miranda L. Correction: Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure that the program obtains and maintains current standard precautions certifications for all staff to include the above listed staff. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.71.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.

Stuffed animal labeled "not for children under age 2" in a basket within the Redwoods toddler classroom #114, serving children ages 12-36 months old. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Director immediately (10/23/2023) removed the stuffed animal and made it inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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

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 17 staff files and observed the program lacking documentation of a current child abuse prevention certification for Jamie G., Melissa R., Ronna W., Kaitlyn E., Pawsh S. and Regan S. Correction: Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure that the program obtains and maintains current child abuse prevention certifications for all staff to include the above listed staff. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.46.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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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

Identified through staff statement that the Redwoods toddler classrooms #114-1 and #114-2, consisting of 16 total children, combine both classrooms on the outdoor toddler playground, exceeding the maximum group size of 14 children for their age group. Correction: Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure that maximum group sizes for children of all ages are not exceeded. Provide a written plan of action along with a statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.702.51.B.4 · Over-the-counter medication must be kept in the originally labeled container and be labeled with the child's first and last name.

Diaper rash creams for individual children lacking the child's first and last names within the infant classroom #113. Correction: Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure that all over-the-counter medications are labeled with each child's first and last name. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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

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

Identified through staff statement that a child was counted into attendance in the Redwoods toddler classroom #114-2, the child transitioned into the Redwoods toddler classroom #114-1, and the program failed to document the transition. As a result, classroom #114-2 had 9 children documented in attendance and 8 children were observed in care, and classroom #114-1 had 7 children documented in attendance and 8 children were observed in care. Also observed 7 children in care in the preschool classroom #118 and only 6 children were accounted for on the attendance roster. Correction: Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure that the program maintains documentation of the time a child arrives and leaves the center each day, as well as written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, to include during transitions. Provide a written plan of action along with a statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

An allen wrench in an unlocked cabinet in preschool classroom #118 accessible to children. Correction: Director immediately (10/23/2023) removed the allen wrench from the cabinet and made it inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.33.D.5 · Every five (5) years requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by resubmitting a complete set of fingerprints and the required fee to CBI for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Program lacking documentation for the request of FBI clearance within the last 5 years for Liz R. Correction: Within 24 hours (10/23/2023) provide documentation for the appointment made with the Department's 3rd party fingerprinting vendor for the above listed staff. Also ensure that all staff have reviewed the BIU Colorado Background check powerpoint presentation. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/25/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Torn netting on the stair stepper at the sink in toddler classroom #106 posing a tripping hazard for children. Correction: Director immediately (10/23/2023) removed the netting from the stair stepper and put it in the garbage. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

A large tire and a plastic slide both measuring over 18" high on the preschool playground lacking resilient surfacing of at least 6" in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Correction: Director immediately (10/23/2023) removed the plastic slide from the preschool playground. Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure that all climbing equipment over 18" high has a department approved resilient surfacing of at least 6" and that all climbing equipment lacking at least 6" of resilient surfacing is made inaccessible to children. Provide a written plan of action along with a statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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

7.702.72.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.

A large tire and a plastic slide both measuring over 18" high on the preschool playground lacking a 6' use zone surrounding the equipment. Correction: Director immediately (10/23/2023) removed the plastic slide from the preschool playground. Immediately (10/23/23) ensure all preschool climbing equipment has a 6' use zone surrounding the equipment, and that all climbing equipment lacking a 6' use zoze surrounding the equipment is made inaccessible to children. Provide a written plan of action along with a statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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

7.702.72.C.8 · All outdoor play areas used for children’s activities must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris by removal of debris, dilapidated structures, and broken or worn play equipment. The staff must identify hazardous, high-risk areas; those areas must be made inaccessible to children to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents.

A large hole in the pour-in surfacing within the tricycle merry-go-round, a hole in the grass near the raised garden bed exposing a drip line, and a large hole in the cement of the preschool playground, all posing tripping hazards to children. Correction: Immediately (10/23/2023) ensure the outdoor play areas are free from hazards to children, including identifying high risk areas and making those areas inaccessible to children. Provide a written plan of action along with a statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 10/15/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2023

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

7.702.42.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, d) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Reviewed 17 staff files and observed the program lacking documentation of a current Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs certification for Liz R, who has been employed for longer than 90 days. Correction: Liz R. completed the Introduction to Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training and provided certification to the Director at the time of the inspection (10/23/2023). NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

7.701.34.A · . Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Program lacking documentation of a current fire inspection report form the local fire department. Correction: The Lafayette Fire Department conducted an inspection and provided an approved fire inspection report to the director at the time of the licensing visit (10/23/2023). NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 10/23/2023

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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