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6500 W Coal Mine AVE, Littleton CO 80123 · License #1547075 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 13 staff files and observed one staff to be missing an out of state clearance letter. This is a direct violation of stipulation "M" on the probationary license. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (Out of State Clearance Letters) for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 03/30/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.218.B.3 · Admission procedures must be completed prior to the child's attendance at the center and must include: If applicable, a Department-approved health care plan authorized by the child’s health care provider and parent(s)/guardian(s) defining the interventions needed to care for a child who has an identified health or developmental Document ID: 10de21a81e75c429ef4fbedfd9b0bd7bf9c7a397608be447f3d7e6297a57c801 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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.
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Child in Preschool 1 to be missing a required medication. Correction: Medications must be provided prior to the child's first day in care, correct immediately 3/30/25. Correct by 03/30/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.M · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass are not permitted for children less than five (5) years of age.
2 ceramic pots in the Preschool room. Correction: Materials made of brittle or glass are not permitted for children under the age of 5 years, correct immediately 3/2/26. Correct by 03/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.
The preschool one door to be broken and not latching. Correction: Building must be maintained in a safe condition, correct immediately 3/2/26. Correct by 03/02/2026
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
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.
On the preschool playground, the resilient material to measure 2-3 inches and the bottom of the slides. Correction: All climbing equipment over 18 inches must have at least 6 inches of resilient material. Correct immediately. Correct by 02/05/2026
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.
In Early Preschool, the teacher to state she had 7 children and the attendance stated 7 children, but only had 6 children in the room. This is in direct violations of stipulation F on the probationary license. Stipulation F states "At all times, staff members shall know the attendance of the classroom to which they are assigned. Facility Director shall be able to account for all children in care at the facility." The 7th child had moved classrooms that morning. Correction: The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Correct immediately. Corrected at
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
On the preschool playground, a broken water can toy. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, the Director removed and threw away the broken toy. No response required. Correct by 09/24/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Weed matting on the playground exposed, causing a potential tripping hazard. Correction: All indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishing must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, Billie covered the weed matting with the rubber mulch. No response required. Correct by 08/07/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.1.a · All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment.
The slide on the preschool playground to have only 1-2 inches of resilient materials. Correction: All climbing equipment over 18 inches must have at least 6 inches of resilient material. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.227.C.7 · The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times
In the Toddler 2 classroom on 5/23/2025 teachers signed out of the classroom for about 10 minutes with no replacement causing the ratio in that room to be 1:9 with a licensed ratio of 1:5. Correction: The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/18/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.B · Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
In Preschool 1 a number of areas of chipping paint and a hole in the wall. Correction: The building must be kept in good repair. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Weed matting coming up from under the rubber mulch posing a potential tripping hazard. Correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, and materials must be free from hazards. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 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.
Outside on the toddler playground, toddler 3 classroom was outside, the Licensing Specialist witnessed Hannah go inside leaving Ayla outside with 8 children ages 1.5 - 2 years of age for approximately 2 minutes. Previously cited on 1/14/25. This is a direct violation of stipulation C. Correction: Staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times. Corrected at the time of visit: Ayla took children inside the classroom. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 04/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise
The Licensing Specialist witnessed, outside on the toddler playground, there were 8 toddlers playing while Hannah went inside the classroom and Ayla was in the door -way looking inside the classroom with her back to all the toddlers, for approximately 2 minutes. Previously cited on 5/23/22, 1/14/23, 1/25/24, 7/1/24, and 3/31/25. This is a direct violation of stipulation D FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Children must be directly supervised at all times. Correted at the time of visit: When Ayla saw the Licensing Specialist walking to the door, she turned around to face the outside area. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist Correct by 04/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.
In toddler 1 classroom, no children were in attendance, 4 children were signed in. In toddler 2 classroom, 9 children were in attendance and 5 were signed in. In preschool 2 classroom 7 children were in attendance, 8 signed in. Previously cited on 10/2/24, 12/16/24, 3/31/25, and 4/25/25. This is a direct violation of stipulation F. Correction: Verification of attendance must reflect the number of children in attendance at all times. Corrected at the time of visit: Staff members corrected the attendance sheet. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist Correct by 04/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.233.C.1 · If the toddler program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the toddler program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.
Licensing Specialist witnessed the toddler 2 door ajar 2 times while completing the safety walk-through. Correction: Toddler programs must be physically separated, the classroom doors should not be open when children are in the classroom. Corrected at the time of visit: Doreen closed the door both times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 04/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.
Through staff members statements, they are not assigned to Infant 1 room. Ch1 and Ch2 look alike. In infant 2, an unmarked bottle was in the mini fridge, this did not have a label with child's name or if it was breast/ whole milk. Previously cited on 8/23/2024, this is a direct violation of Stipulation N Correction: Staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making, judgment and concern for the proper care and well being of all children. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist Correct by 04/22/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.F.1 · Equally qualified staff must be available to substitute for regularly assigned staff who are sick, on vacation, or otherwise unable to be on duty.
Per staff members statemnets, the two main teachers assigned to this classroom were out for the day, SM1, SM2 and SM3 were the staff substitutes, they were not familiar with routines or know the children. Correction: Qualified staff members when substituting must have knowledge of infants routines, and verify who the children are. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 04/22/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
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 3 staff files, identified SM2 to be missing the safe sleep training. This is a direct violation for stipulation K Correction: Obtain the correct training. Submit a written statement of compliance and documentation to the Specialist Correct by 04/22/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.2 · In rooms used for napping, the lighting must be dim at nap time to promote an atmosphere conducive to sleep but must be bright enough for supervision of children.
In Preschool 2 room, during nap, the room was too dark to supervise children by the white board. Correction: Rooms for napping must be bright enough for supervision of all children. Corrected at the time of visit: Billie turned the restroom light on to see the children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
2.229.K.3 · Evacuation equipment must: Be ready for use; and
In the infant 2 room, observed the evacuation crib broken and unable to use. Correction: Evacuation equipment must be ready for use at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 04/22/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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
Licensing Specialist reviewed handbook, identified the amended parent handbook was missing how parents are notified for incidents, accidents, injuries and illnesses. Correction: A written policy must include at minimum the procedure for notifiying parents. Submit a written statement of compliance with documentation to the Specailist Correct by 05/22/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2025
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;
In Toddler 1 room, the door was open under the diaper changing table with diaper ointments accessible to children. This is a direct violation of stipulation M. Correction: All diaper supplies must be inaccessible to all children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit: Billie closed the door. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 03/31/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.
In the Preschool 2 room, 9 children were logged in, 10 were in attendance. Previously cited on 10/2/24 This is a direct violation of stipulation F Correction: Attendance logs must reflect the correct number of children in attendance.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In the pre-k bathroom, members mark baby wipes with a manufacture label of keep out of reach of children, was on the sink, accessible to all children. Correction: All items with a label of keep out of reach must be inaccessible to all children. Corrected at the time of visit: Roxanne removed the baby wipes to a shelf out of reach of all children. No written response needed. Correct by 03/03/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.
In toddler 2, observed staff member Jen alone with 6 toddlers. This is a direct violation of stipulation C. Correction: Staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times. Corrected at the time of visit: Christina took a child from the toddler 2 room to the EPS room. Submit a written response to the Specialist Correct by 01/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.
In the infant 2 room, 5 infants were signed in and 4 in attendance. This is a direct violation of stipulation F. In the pre-k classroom, SM didn't know the number of children in attendance, this is a direct violation of stipulation E. Correction: Transition logs must be correct at all times, staff members must know the number of children in attendance at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 12/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.
In toddler 3 room, observed mini clips hanging on yarn, posing a potential choking hazard. Correction: All materials in the toddler room must be free of choking hazards. Corrected at the time of visit: Ayla removed all clips and put them in the office. No written response needed. Correct by 10/29/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
On the preschool playground, observed the weed mat exposed in several areas, causing a potential tripping hazard. On the toddler playground, observed two red water tables hanging on the fence while children were on the playground, posing a potential hazard. Correction: Outdoor areas must be hazard free. Corrected at the time of visit: Doreen put the tables on the ground in the school age playground, Kayla covered the weed mat in all areas.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
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.
In infant 1 room 6 children were in attendance and 5 were on the attendance sheet. In infant 2 room, 5 were in attendance and 6 on the attendance sheet. In preschool 1 room 6 were in attendance, 7 were on the attendance log. Correction: Attendance verification must be completed throughout the day. Corrected at the time of visit: Desire and Maddie corrected the attendance logs for the infant rooms, Billie corrected the attendance log for the preschool room. No written response needed. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.1.a.1 · 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: 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ supervised at all times by an individual who has successfully completed all required background checks.
In infant 2 room, observed Maddie alone with children without the TRAILS clearance letter. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance Letters for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In preschool 1 room, observed adult scissors on the self that divides the classroom. These scissors were accessible to children. Correction: Sharp instruments must be inaccessible to all children. Corrected at the time of visit: Katherine places scissors in a locked closet. No written response needed. Correct by 09/11/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.113.A · Violation of any provision of the Child Care Licensing Act or intentional false statements or reports made to the Department or to any agency lawfully delegated by the Department to make an investigation or inspection may result in fines assessed of not more than $250 a day the first day, $500 for the second day, and $1,000 a day for the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ third and subsequent days, to a maximum of $10,000:
Per complaint response dated 8/29/24, and action plan dated 9/5/24, employee was placed in a different position from the infant room. Licensing Specialist Specialist witnessed same staff member in the infant room. Per same response, walkie-talkies were placed in rooms for communication, per Billie's statement, they have not been placed in rooms. Per same response, someone will be at the front desk. When Licensing Specialist arrived, no one was available to open the door. Per Billie's statement, they are not following this response. Correction: Intentional false statements to the Department could result in fines. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist Correct by 09/11/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise
Per video, Licensing Specialist and Assistant Director observed staff member not directly supervising children for approximately one (1) hour. A child was unsupervised in the hallway for approximately two (2) minutes. Four (4) preschool children were unattended in their room for approximately 20 seconds. Correction: All children must be directly supervised at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/23/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.
Through staff members statement, staff member received the feeding child with bottle. Correction: Staff members must demonstrate knowledgeable decisions. Submit a written statement so compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/23/2024 ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.
Per video and staff members statements, in the infant room 1, one (1) staff member had nine (9) children for approximately 27 minutes. Correction: Staff to child ratio's must be followed at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/23/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.15.d · The licensed room capacity must not be exceeded at any time.
Per video and staff members statements, infant 1 room was over capacity by one (1) for approximately 2 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ minutes. Correction: Room capacity must not be exceeded at any time. Subject a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/23/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.B.1 · Outside of mealtimes, children who are awake must not be confined for more than fifteen (15) minutes at a time to cribs, playpens, swings, highchairs, infant seats, or other equipment that confines movement. Children must have the opportunity for freedom of gross motor movement.
Per the video that the Licensing Specialist and the Assistant Director reviewed, it was observed that a child was in a bouncy for approximately 57 minutes. Correction: Children must not be confined for more than 15 minutes at a time. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/23/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.
Per the video that the Licensing Specialist and the Assistant Director reviewed, it was observed that a staff member inappropriately handled a child. A staff member stepped over several children as they were sitting on the floor, multiple times, posing potential harm. Correction: Children must not be subjected to harm at any time. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/23/2024
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.K · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 21 staff files, identified Billie R. to be missing the introduction to child care health consultation. Correction: Obtain the Department approved training on introduction to child care health consultation training. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 07/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.C · Medications must be kept in the original labeled bottle or container. Prescription medications must contain the original pharmacy label.
In the Early Preschool room, identified one emergency medication (epi pen) without the pharmacy label. Correction: Obtain medication with the pharmacy label. Submit a written response to the specialist. Correct by 06/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
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 authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
Reviewed 15 children files, identified 4 files missing current signature and date on the emergency medical authorization form Correction: Obtain the current signature and date from families for the emergency medical authorization. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 06/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 15 children files, identified 3 files missing current health appraisals, and one child missing a health evaluataion (start date of 11/21). Correction: Obtain current health evaluations for all children. Submmit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist Correct by 07/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.4.a · Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.
Reviewed 21 staff files, identified Jennifer U., Sarah L., Ashley A., and Doreen W. to be missing FBI clearance letters Jacqueline S. and Klarissa L., missing CBI clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI, FBI, Clearance Letters for staff members with written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. 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 Department approved training.
Reviewed 21 staff files, identified Hannah K., and Makayla K. to be missing FEMA training Correction: Obtain the Department approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness training for all employees. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist Correct by 06/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 21 staff files, identifed Billie R., to be missing the 5 year Trails clearance letters. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff members with written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/24/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.46.C.8 · All Department-approved Child Care Health Consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.
Identified through staff statement there is no documentation for their nurse's current department approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization training. Correction: Obtain documentation of current department approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course and add to nurse file. Send verification of compliance to specialist with response by 8/20/23. Correct by 08/20/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.51.A.2.b · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.
Reviewed 20 children's records and observed 1 child to be lacking documentation of current health statement ( expired 8/25/22). Correction: Obtain documentation of current health statement and add to child's records. This was previously cited on 9/13/22. Correct by 08/20/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.702.42.K · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all Directors and Assistant Directors must complete the department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Identifed through staff statement that Renee P is director and is lacking documentation of department approved Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. Correction: Obtain documentation of department approved Introduction to Child Care Health consultation and add to staff files. Send verification of compliance to specialist with response by 8/20/23. Correct by 08/20/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.