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5707 S. Simms St, Littleton CO 80127 · License #1768178 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.120.C.1.a · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.
Reviewed 28 staff files, observed SM 22 to be missing documentation of TRAILS background clearance. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members 22 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS background check/Clearance Letter for staff member 22 with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.B · Window blind cords must be secured out of children's reach to prevent strangulation. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Loose window blind cords within reach of children in room 202/Elk2 and room 105/Chipmunk1, posing a strangulation hazard. Correction: Window blind cords must be secured. Corrected at the time of inspection, staff secured the cords. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Founded
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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.
An asthma inhaler without an accompanying health care plan from the child's health care provider. Correction: Obtain a current health care plan authorized by the child's health care provider and parent(s)/guardian(s). Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.F · Glitter must not be used with children under three (3) years of age.
Art work on the door and in the classroom to have glitter in room 108/ Hedgehogs, accessible to children under the age of three years, posing a safety hazard. Correction: Glitter must not be used with children under three years of age. Corrected at the time of inspection, staff removed all artwork containing glitter from the classroom. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Resilient surfacing on the preschool playground under the beige climbing structure to be less than 6 inches, posing a safety hazard. Correction: Resilient surfacing must be at least 6 inches under climbing equipment 18 inches or higher. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.A · 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 child care.
A tube of homeopathic teething gel located in the Chipmunks 1 classroom. A tube of hydrocortisone cream located in the PreK/Elk 1 classroom without current written order from medical provider or parental consent. Correction: Homeopathic medications must not be administered to children in child care. Obtain current written order from medical provider and parental consent for hydrocortisone cream. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.222.A.1.b · All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;
Diapers stored on a low open shelf accessible to children in room 207/Deer 1 classroom. Tubes of diaper cream located in childrens low open cubbies in the hallway, accessible to children. Correction: Diaper change supplies must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection, staff moved the diapers and creams to an area inaccessible to children. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Three puzzles labeled for ages 2+ located on a shelf in room 111/Chipmunk 3 classroom accessible to children under the age of 2 years. Small paper clips used to hang art work in the hallway outside the Chipmunk 3 classroom posing a choking hazard. Correction: All toys and materials accessible to children under the age of three must not pose a choking hazard. Corrected at the time of inspection, staff removed the puzzles and paper clips. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
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.
Sanitizer and disinfectant spray located on a low shelf accessible to children in the Moose classroom posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection, staff moved the sanitizer and disinfectant spray to an area inaccessible to children. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (February 2025) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations 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.
Reviewed 10 childrens files, observed CH2 to have an expired health statement. Correction: Obtain current health statement, retain in child's file. Submit written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 07/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jul 2, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
Reviewed 10 childrens files, observed CH2 to have an expired emergency medical authorization. Correction: Obtain current emergency medical authorization. Retain in child file. Submit written response of compliance to specialist. Correct by 06/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.J.1 · The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes:
Reviewed 22 staff files, observed Alison G. to be missing documentation of out of state background check. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Alison G. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State background check, Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members Alison G. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 06/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 ________________________________________________
Observed 5 tubes of diaper cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" stored in low cubbies accessible to children in the hall way outside the Threes 1 classroom in a shared common area, posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection, director removed all 5 tubes of diaper cream from the cubbies. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 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.
According to the Director's statement, on June 6, 2024, the program was informed that a child required medical attention. However, the injury was not reported to the Department. Correction: Injuries that require medical attention must be reported to the Department. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern :
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 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.
The program had reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child may have been subjected to circumstances or conditions that may have resulted in abuse or neglect and failed to report the allegation. Correction: 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. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : CH1 had an injury and staff members did not see the injury. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.D · Staff must not use marijuana and marijuana infused products, tobacco products of any kind, or alcohol in the presence of children. To prevent exposure to secondhand smoke, child care centers must prohibit the use of tobacco and marijuana products on all center property, both indoors and outdoors. All marijuana and marijuana infused FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ products, vaping and tobacco products, and alcohol must be kept inaccessible to children at all times.
Identified through staff statement that on 8.2.2024 a child picked up a tobacco vape pen posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Tobacco products must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
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 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 four staff records and observed two staff member's Ella M. (DOH 5.28.2024) and Amber B., (DOH 10.2.2023) to be missing documentation of a current health statement. Correction: Obtain current health statements for all staff members. Correct by 8.16,2024 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 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.
Reviewed four staff records and observed one staff member Lexi C. (DOH 6.26.2023) to be working with infants on the day of the investigation and to have an expired safe sleep training. Correction: Obtain current safe sleep trainings for all staff members prior to working with infants and as required. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Reviewed four staff records and observed one staff member Amber B. (DOH 10.2.2023) to be working with infants on the day of the investigation and to have an expired shaken baby/ abusive head trauma training. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain current shaken baby/abusive head trauma trainings for all staff members prior to working with infants and as required. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed four staff records and observed one staff member Amber B. (DOH 10.2.2023) to be missing the required abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain current abuse prevention trainings for all staff members as required. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024 Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.H.3 · Volunteers between the ages of twelve (12) and sixteen (16) must have a written purpose developed by the center for volunteering and may not volunteer for more than two (2) hours per day.
A volunteer, age 12, to be at the facility for day. Observed the facility to be missing documentation of a volunteer written purpose posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Obtain a written purpose and ensure volunteers aged 12-16 are not volunteering for more than 2 hours a day. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the written purpose for volunteers by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 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
The hedgehog classroom to be supervised by Gabby G. and Sabrina B. on 6.5.2024 for after care. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Observed both teachers to be missing documentation of assistant early childhood teacher qualifications. Correction: All children must be supervised by a qualified adult at all times. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submot a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
Thumb tacks on a board ouside of the Elk classroom, in an area where children under the age of three have access to and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Thumb tacks must not be in areas and or accessible to children under the age of three. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director removed the thumb tacks. No response is required. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 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 resilient surfacing under all of the climbing equipment on the preschool playground to have as little as three inches of resilient surfacing posing a poential safety hazard. Correction: All climbing equipment over 18 inches must have at least six inches of resilient surfacing. Correct immediately by 8.2.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.16.2024. Correct by 08/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
A toddler who was not walking independently enrolled in the toddler classroom on 6.5.2024. Correction: Toddlers must be able to walk independently before entering a toddler classroom, unless a health care provider has approved an exception. Correct immediately by 8.2.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
An electrical plug/cord to be plugged into the wall in the Littles Two classroom, not attached to any electronic device, observed the end portion to be accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Equipment, materials and furnishings must be sturdy safe and free from hazards. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director removed the plugs. No response required. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 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.
Disinfectant and baby oil in the Pre-K (Elk) classroom on a table. Observed sunscreen in the entry way near the check in computer and in a backpack placed on the ground outside on the preschool playground, and in the multipurpose (fours) classroom. Observed hand sanitizer on an entry way table. Observed all items to be labeled "keep out of reach of children" and accessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director removed all items from within reach of children. No response required. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 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.
Observed three classrooms to be operating without qualified teachers. Observed Infants, Moose, and Little's FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Twos to be missing qualified staff members posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: There must be at least one qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children. Corrected at the time of the inspection, the classrooms combined so that qualified early childhood teachers were with each group of children. Submit written statement of compliance and a staffing pattern to demonstrate qualified early childhood teachers are with each group of children at all times by 7.14.2024. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 climbing equipment outside to have as little as one inch surrounding the slides, and the platform to the hanging bars posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All climbing equipment that measures over 18 inches must have at least six inches of resilient surfacing surrounding the fall zones. Correct immediately by 6.14.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 7.14.2024. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 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.
Several uncovered electrical outlets accessible to children, including in the Three's B (Deer 2) and the Pre-K B classrooms and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Electrical outlets must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director covered all of the uncovered outlets. No response is required. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
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.
Thumbtacks throughout the downstairs space on cork boards in the hallway and accessible to children under the age of three and posing a potential safety hazard. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director removed all of the push pins. No response required. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations 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.
Reviewed 20 children's records and observed four children to be missing documentation of current health statements. Correction: Obtain current health statements for all children as required. Correct by 7.14.2024 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 06/14/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
Adult scissors in the Pre-K/Jr K classroom sitting on a teacher table and accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Sharp tools must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director removed the scissors from within reach of children. No response required. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 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.
The resilient surfacing surrounding the climbing equipment on the preschool playground to have as little as two inches by the green pole, and the climbing stairs posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All equipment over 18 inches must be surrounded by at least six inches of resilient surfacing. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.32.D.1.a.1 · . Individuals who have obtained a successfully completed CBI or FBI record check may care for children, for no longer than ninety (90) calendar days, while waiting for all other required background checks to be completed. The individual must be supervised at all times by an individual who has successfully completed all required background checks.
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed Madeline L. (DOH 5.7.2023) to be missing documentation of a current FBI letter. (Observed Madeline's CBI letter dated 5.5.2023) Correction: Obtain the required CBI and FBI letters for all staff within 90 days of hire. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023,
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
7.702.71.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Several items within reach of children labeled "keep out of reach of children: including sunscreen on a children's bag in the Pre-k/Jr k classroom, hair spray in the Three's classroom, and cleaning supplies in the bathroom downstairs, all posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director removed all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" from within reach of children. No response required. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Upon the Specialist's arrival observed the Twiddles classroom in the multipurpose classroom. Observed nine children in attendance and observed one teacher leave the classroom for approximately two minutes to go and get an administrator. Identified through staff's statements that the teacher left in the classroom was an aide. Reviewed the early childhood teacher's record (Sabrina B. DOH 6.12.2023) and observed documentation of qualifications to be missing. Observed Kristel D. (DOH 8.23.2023) to be in the Pre-K classroom alone and observed the staff file to be missing documentation of qualifications. Correction: There must be at least one qualified early childhood teacher with each group of children. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.A.15.d · The licensed room capacity must not be exceeded at any time.
The capacity for the Three's 1 classroom to be 14 and observed 15 children in the Three's 1 classroom. Correction: The licensed room capacity must not be exceeded. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit written statament of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.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
Upon the Specialist's arrival observed the Twiddles classroom in the multipurpose classroom. Observed nine children in attendance and observed one teacher leave the classroom for approximately two minutes to go and get an administrator. Correction: The staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.32.D.1.a · . For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed two staff member's Nakita D. (DOH 8.5.2023) and Jordan H. (DOH 4.13.2023) to be working alone together in the Littles classroom and observed both staff members to be missing FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ documentation of a background check clearance letter from states they lived in within the last five years. Correction: All staff members must successfully comlpete all required backgrounc checks prior to working with children alone. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the background to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Previously cited on 8.1.2023. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Jordan H., Nikita D., Kyla S., and Madaline L., have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
An uncovered electrical outlet in the Littles classroom, next to the tall gray cabinet, posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Electrical outlets must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The teacher covered the outlet. No response is required. Previously cited on 8.1.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.A.1 · Each applicant listed below must submit to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) a complete set of fingerprints taken by a qualified law enforcement agency or any third party vendor approved by CBI including county departments of human or social services that use fingerprint machines FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ pursuant to Section 19-3-406(1)(C),(2), C.R.S., to obtain any fingerprint criminal history record held by the CBI and FBI. If a third party takes the individual’s fingerprints, the fingerprints may be electronically captured using CBI’s approved LiveScan equipment. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked, identified as follows:
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed Madeline L. (DOH 5.7.2023) to be missing documentation of a current FBI letter. Observed Kyla S. (DOH 9.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the FBI and CBI letters. Correction: Obtain the required CBI and FBI letters for all staff. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Previously cited on 8.1.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.D.4.a · . Criminal background check requests must be submitted and 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-aged child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed Christel D. (DOH 8.23.2023), Jordan H. (DOH 4.13.2023), and Nakita D. (DOH 8.5.2023) to be missing documentation of out of state background checks. Observed all three staff members to be working alone with children. Correction: Staff members must complete all required background checks prior to having unsupervised access to children. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the required background check to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed five staff members Sabrina B. (DOH 6.12.2023), Nikita D. (DOH 8.5.2023), Jordan H. (DOH 4.13.2023, Jayla S. (DOH 1.2.2023) and Jasmine A. (DOH 1.2.2023) to be missing documentation of a current medical statement. Correction: Obtain current medical statements for all staff as required. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Previously cited on 8.1.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 13 staff records and observed Jordan H. (DOH 4.13.2023) to be missing documentation of the required Standard Precautions training. Correction: Obtain the required Standard Precautions training for all staff prior to working with children and annually. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 13 staff records and observed Jordan H. (DOH 4.13.2023) to be missing documentation of the required abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain the required abuse prevention training for all staff annually. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, d) must complete the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training or other Department-approved training on implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed Jordan H. (DOH 4.13.2023) to be missing documentation of the required Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Correction: Obtain the required Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training for all staff within 90 days of hire. Correct by 10.26.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training to the Specialist. Correct by 10/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.45.B.1.c.1 · Prior to being assigned a group of children, the Infant Program Early Childhood Teacher must complete eight (8) hours of orientation in the infant program under the supervision of the Infant Program Supervisor. The orientation may include, but not limited to, the following topics:Toys and equipment, appropriate activities for infants and toddlers, appropriate sleep positions for infants and toddlers, and the safe and appropriate diaper change technique.
Reviewed 13 staff records and observed no staff members to have completed the required infant and toddler orientation. Correction: Obtain the required infant and toddler orientation for all staff members who work with infants and toddlers. Correct immediately by 9.26.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 10.26.2023. Correct by 09/26/2023
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.53.A · . A child care facility must require each staff member of the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the staff member's personal responsibility to report all incidents of child abuse or neglect according to state law.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required signed statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect. Correction: Obtain the required signed statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect. Correct immediately by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
7.702.45.G.1 · Staff Aides must be at least sixteen (16) years of age and must work directly under the supervision of the Director or an Early Childhood Teacher.
Reviewed two staff records and observed two staff members to be under the age of 16 and working with children throughout the summer. Correction: Staff aides must be at least 16 years of age of older. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.32.D.1.a · . For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required background checks. Identified that the staff members work with children. Correction: Obtain background check clearance for all staff members prior to working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the background checks to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.32.A · . An operator of a licensed facility, guest child care facility as defined in Section 26-6-102 (16), C.R.S., or an exempt family child care home provider must submit a request to determine if an operator, applicant for employment or current employee has been found responsible for a confirmed report of child abuse or neglect in the State Department's automated system (Trails).
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required (Trails) background checks. Identified that the staff members work with children. Correction: Obtain (Trails) background check clearance for all staff members prior to working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the background checks to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.33.A.1 · Each applicant listed below must submit to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) a complete set of fingerprints taken by a qualified law enforcement agency or any FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ third party vendor approved by CBI including county departments of human or social services that use fingerprint machines pursuant to Section 19-3-406(1)(C),(2), C.R.S., to obtain any fingerprint criminal history record held by the CBI and FBI. If a third party takes the individual’s fingerprints, the fingerprints may be electronically captured using CBI’s approved LiveScan equipment. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked, identified as follows:
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required CBI and FBI background checks. Identified that the staff members work with children. Correction: Obtain CBI and FBI background check clearance for all staff members prior to working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the background checks to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 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.
A temporary fence on the toddler playground to have hard plastic sticking out from the ground, and a large gap between the fence and the building, observed the fence to be loose and falling apart. Observed used diapers in the Twiddles classroom on the floor and around the trash can. Observed all of these items accessible to children and pose a potential safety hazard. Correction: Equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy safe, and free from hazards. Corrected at the time of the inspection the diapers were cleaned up and the Executive Director tightened the fence and moved the post to remove the gap, and removed the hard plastic from within reach of children. No response required. Correct by 08/01/2023 ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.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.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.5.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.6.2023) to be missing documentation of the required building and physical premises training. Correction: Obtain the required building and physical premises training for all staff prior to the staff members working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.35.A.3 · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following: Immunization record or statement, and health history.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required immunization record or statement and their health history. Correction: Obtain the required immunization record or statement and their health history. Correct by 8.15.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/15/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required Standard Precautions training. Correction: Obtain the required Standard Precautions training for all staff prior to the staff members working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training. to the
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
7.702.42.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.
Reviewed two staff records and observed one staff member Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023) to be missing documentation of the required shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Correction: Obtain the required shaken baby/abusive head trauma training for all staff prior to the staff members working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training. to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.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 two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required first aid and CPR module. Correction: Obtain the required first aid and CPR training for all staff as required. Correct by 8.15.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the training to the Specialist. Correct by 08/15/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.701.100.A · . Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. For seasonal children's resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the State Department-approved training
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required emergency and disaster preparedness training. Correction: Obtain the required emergency preparedness training for all staff prior to the staff members working with children. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.6.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.5.2023) to be missing documentation of the required medical statement. Correction: Obtain the required medical statement for all staff as required. Correct by 8.15.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. . Correct by 08/15/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.J · Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be instructed about all policies FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ and procedures of the center. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.5.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.6.2023) to be missing documentation of the required staff statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures. Correction: Obtain the required required staff statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures. Correct immediately by 8.1.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.41.K · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment at the center, each staff member must read and be instructed about all licensing rules governing childcare centers. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the licensing rules.
Reviewed two staff records and observed both staff members Kate M. (DOH 6.5.2023 ) and Peter M. (DOH 6.6.2023) to be missing documentation of the required staff statement indicating that they have read and understand the licensing rules. Correction: Obtain the required staff statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures. Correct by 8.15.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/15/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.A.12 · Children of the Director or of staff members who attend the center and other children on the premises for supervision and care must be counted against the licensed capacity in the appropriate age groups.
Observed three children ages seven and eight to be playing alone in the multipurpose classroom. Identified through the director's statement that the children belonged to staff members and were not a part of the program. Correction: Staff children must be supervised and counted against the licensed capacity in the appropriate age groups. Correct by 8.1.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 8.15.2023. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.71.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
A large loose plastic bag on the toddler playground attached to a loop stuck in the ground. Observed the plastic bag to be accessible to children and pose a potential safety hazard. Correction: Loose plastic bags must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Executive Director of Schools removed the bag from the playground. No response required. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.91.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
An uncovered electrical outlet, in the preschool hallway, accessible to children posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Electrical outlets must be covered and or inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Executive Director of Schools covered the outlet. No response required. Correct by 08/01/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.