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12633 W Indore Pl, Littleton CO 80127 · License #1776172 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.225.A · Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.
Identified through staff statements and documented incident reports that staff in Cardinal A's classroom have used separation from the group without access to materials or activities multiple times throughout the day for behaviors that are developmentally appropriate for toddlers. Correction: Guidance must be appropriate to the development of the child. Correct by 10/08/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.E · Physical activity and outdoor time must not be withheld as a disciplinary measure.
Identified through director and staff statement that CH1 sat in time out from the group during outside time for an unknown amount of time ranging from 10-20 minutes on 9/19/2025. Correction: Outside time must not be withheld as a disciplinary measure. Correct by 10/08/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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2.225.F · Separation, when used for guidance, must not exceed five (5) minutes and must be appropriate for the child's development. The child must be in a safe, lighted, well-ventilated area and be within sight and hearing of an adult. The child must not be isolated in a locked, closed room, or closet.
Identified through director and staff statement that CH1 was placed in time out for an unknown amount of time ranging from 10-20 minutes on 9/19/2025. Correction: Separation must not exceed five minutes and must be developmentally appropriate for the child. Correct by 10/08/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.206.B.8 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Identified by staff statements and documented incident reports that The Nest Schools behavior guidance policies and procedures were violated by staff who failed to implement and/or follow. Correction: The centers written policies and procedures must be implemented and followed. Correct by 11/08/2025
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.
Identified through staff statement that SM1 has yelled at CH1. Identified through multiple staff statements that SM1 has been observed and counseled on using harsh tones and yelling. Correction: Children must not be subjected to harsh treatment. Correct by 10/08/2025
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.D · Guidance must not be associated with food, rest, or toileting. No child should be punished for toileting accidents. Food must not be denied to or forced upon a child as a disciplinary measure.
Identified from incident report that staff removed CH1 from their bed and sat them in a chair as a form of discipline. Correction: Guidance must not be associated with rest. Correct by 10/08/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 21 staff files, observed 16 staff: Michelle E. (exp 11/16/23), Mackenzie W. (missing), McKena G. (missing), Julie L. (exp (12/13/23), Bree V. (missing), Bianca (missing), Haiden B. (missing), Amanda W. (missing), Taylor D. (missing), Autumn S. (missing), Atraea H. (missing), Ali B. (exp 2/4/24), Natasha B (exp 10/26/24), Krystle L. (exp 10/24/24), Ashlynn S. (exp 11/16/24), Lin D. (missing) to be missing or have expired documentation of standard precautions training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved standard precautions training. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 21 staff files, observed 1 staff (Mackenzie W.) to be missing documentation of required Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training. Correct by 03/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 21 staff files, observed 4 staff: Ali B. (exp 2/4/24), Julie L. (exp 11/27/23), Natasha (exp 10/26/24), & Krystle L. to be missing or have expired documentation of safe sleep training and working with children under 12 months. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved safe sleep training. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
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 21 staff files, observed 8 staff: Ali B (exp 6/21/23), Michelle E. (exp 7/6/23), Julie L. (exp 1/18/23), Ashlynn S. (exp 11/16/24) Bree V. (missing), Natasha (missing), Haiden B. (missing), Bianca U. (missing) to be missing or have expired documentation of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.
Reviewed 21 staff files, observed 3 staff: Taylor D., Bree V., Immy H. to be missing documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR module training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved First Aid and CPR module training. Correct by 03/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
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 21 staff files, observed 7 staff: Michelle E. (exp 11/16/23), Mackenzie W. (missing), Bree V. (missing), Ali B. (exp 12/8/24), Samantha C. (exp 12/20/24), Natasha B. (exp 10/26/24), Krystle L. (exp 10/24/24) to be missing or have expired documentation ofchild abuse prevention training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approvedchild abuse prevention training. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 21 staff files, observed 2 staff (Taylor D, Autumn S.) to be missing documentation of FBI background check; 4 staff (Jasmine S., Autumn S., Haiden B., Atrea H.) to be missing documentation of TRAILS background check and 7 staff (Autumn S., McKena G.,Taylor D., Haiden B., Atraea H., Amanda W., Lin D.) to be missing documentation of CBI 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 Autumn S., McKena G.,Taylor D., Haiden B., Atraea H.,Amanda W., Lin D.and Jasmine S. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI background check Letters for staff members Taylor D, Autumn S.; TRAILS, background check Letters for staff members Jasmine S., Autumn S., Haiden B and Atrea H.; and CBI background checks for Autumn S., McKena G.,Taylor D., Haiden B., Atraea H., Amanda W., Lin D. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.I · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(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 21 staff files, observed 2 staff: Mackenzie W., Bree V. to be missing documentation of required Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approvedRecognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Correct by 03/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.J · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 21 staff files, observed Director Ali B. to be missing documentation of required Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training. Correct by 03/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.M · All staff who work with children must complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year, beginning with the start date of the employee. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social-emotional development.
Reviewed 21 staff files, observed 6 staff: Michelle E., Julie L., Ali B., Samantha C., Natasha B., Krystle L. to FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ be missing documentation of required 15 clock hours of ongoing professional development. Correction: Obtain documentation of required 15 clock hours of ongoing professional development. Correct by 03/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
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 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, observed 7 staff: McKena G., Bianca U., Haiden B., Amanda W., Taylor D., Autumn S., Atrea H. to be missing documentation of department-approved training in disaster preparedness. Correction: Obtain documentation of required department-approved training in disaster preparedness. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.K · Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.
Reviewed 10 child files, observed CH2 and CH10 to be missing documentation of written authorization for topical preparations. Correction: Obtain written autorization, keep in childrens files. Correct by 02/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider
Reviewed 10 child files, observed CH7 to be missing documentaion of health statement. Correction: Obtain required documenation of health statement, retain in child file. Correct by 03/10/2025
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
The Cardinals A classroom to have ten toddlers and one teacher from 7:58-8:00 am, and 20 toddler with two staff members from 8:00 am-8:25 am on 6.20.2024. Observed 8 toddlers with one teacher in the Cardinals A classroom on 6.21.202 for one minute, and observed six infants from 7:56 am- 8:00 am in the Humming Birds B. classroom. Correction: Staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times. Correct immediately by 6.21.2024 and submit a written statement of complaince to the Specialist by 6.28.2024. Correct by 06/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2024
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.
Reviewed the attendace records for 6.21.2024, and observed there to be 11 children in the school age classroom and the attendance record to show 10 children. Identified through the teachers statement that there were 10 children in attendance. Correction: Accurate attendance verification must be completed throughout the day. Correct immediately by 6.21.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 6.28.2024. Correct by 06/21/2024 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
Diaper cream and cleaning spray labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children under the diaper changing table in the Humming Birds A classroom. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be kept out of reach of children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The cabinet was locked. No response required. Correct by 06/21/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
An unlocked cabinet. under the diaper changing station, in the Cardinal's B classroom with diaper cream and disinfectant labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children and 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 locked the cabinet. No response required. Correct by 06/05/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.G · All medications, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the center's policies. Access to these medications must be limited.
A bottle of acetaminophen in between the Cardinals B and Penguins classroom, in an unlocked storage closet, located on a shelf and accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All medications must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of the inspection, the Director locked the closet door. No response is required. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Cardinals A preschool classroom, not attached to any electronic device, observed the end portion to be accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Indoor materials must be safe for children. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The plug was removed from within reach of children. No response required. Correct by 02/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.119 · All facilities licensed under the Child Care Licensing Act are subject to the following federal laws and regulations: the non-discrimination provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. section 2000d et seq. (2022), and its implementing regulation, 45 C.F.R. Part 80 (2022); Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. section 2000e et seq. (2022), and its implementing regulation, 29 C.F.R. Part 1606 (2022); the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, 42 U.S.C. sections 6101-6017 (2022) and its implementing regulation, 45 C.F.R. Part 91 (2022); Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. section 794 (2022), and its implementing regulation, 45 C.F.R. Part 84 (2022), all of which are hereby incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These are available for public inspection and copying at the CDEC, during regular business hours or at http://www.ecfr.gov.
The facility to have a policy that states they will not provide children with medications, unless they are life saving. Children who need medications must be provided with the medications as needed. Correction: Children who need medications fall under the American with Disabilities Act and should not be discriminated against. Correct prior to the recommendation of a permanent childcare license and by 3.20.2024. Correct by 03/20/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.