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8361 South Park LN, Littleton CO 80120 · License #1677437 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.212.E · When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.
At the time of the visit observed a staff member in the Preschool 3B classroom to be using a personal cell phone while supervising children. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) when caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including but not limited to cell phones. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.216.B.1.e · There must be at least one (1) staff member on duty in each infant room at all times who holds a current Department-approved first aid and safety certificate that includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all ages of children.
At the time of the visit, Ms. Kathryn and Ms. Skyler were the assigned staff members in the Infant A classroom. Both staff members files are lacking documentation of the Department approved CPR and First Aid training. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) there must be at least one staff member on duty in each infant room at all times who
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
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2.238.C · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: In every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. No lock or fastening to prevent free escape from the inside of any building can be installed. Only panic hardware or single-action hardware is permitted on a door or on a pair of doors. All door hardware must be within the reach of children.
At the time of the visit observed the following blocking the Exits in the following rooms: - A sleeping child in the Toddler A classroom - An art shelf in the Preschool 2B classroom. - A sleeping child in the Preschool 2A - A sleeping child and a water bottles cart in the Preschool 3B classroom. - A sleeping child in the Preschool 3A classroom. - A sleeping child in the PreK classroom - A sleeping child in the PreK Plus classroom. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) in every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.6 · All pieces of playground equipment must be designed to guard against entrapment and strangulation. Any openings in gross motor equipment above ground must be smaller than three and one half (3 ½) inches or greater than nine (9) inches to prevent entrapment.
At the time of the visit observed a gap in between the slide and the platform in the Toddler playground. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) all pieces of playground equipment must be designed to guard against entrapment
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
At the time of the visit observed a broken seat on the gray plastic bench in the Two's playground. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
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.
At the time of the visit observed a broken cement (a hole in the ground) in the Infant playground posing a tripping hazard for children. Also observed broken wooden piece on the wall in the Preschool playground and a broken screen on the brown door in the Two's playground. Also observed wooden chares on the tables in the Preschool 3B classroom and Ptreschool 3A classroom. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.D.5.a.1 · Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.
At the time of the visit, observed cots and pads not to be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time in the following classrooms: Preschool 2B, Preschool 2A, Preschool 3B, Preschool 3A and the PreK classroom. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) cots or pads must be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.R.7 · A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available: Music
At the time of the visit the following classroms were lacking musical instruments: - Preschool 2B - Preschool 3B FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ - Preschool 3A - PreK Plus. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) musical instruments must be available to the children at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit, staff members made musical instruments available and accessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
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.
At the time of the visit observed an antibacterial soap bottle on the sink accessible to children in the PreK classroom. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the soap bottle and made it inaccessible to the children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.127.D · All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.
At the time of the visit the Preschool 3B classroom is lacking the licensing required ratio and capacity posting. Correction: The licensing required ratio and capacity posting must be posted in each room used for children. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.J · If a medication is out of date or left over, the parent(s)/guardian(s) is responsible for picking up the medication. If the parent(s)/guardian(s) do not respond, the center must dispose of the medications as required by the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
At the time of the visit, observed an over the counter medication to be expired on September 2024. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) if a medication is out of date or left over, the parents/guardians is responsible for picking up the medication. If the parents/guardians do not respond, the center must dispose of the medications as required by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.K.2 · Evacuation equipment must: Be labeled for easy identification;
At the time of the visit, observed the evacuation equipment in Infant A and Infant B classrooms not to be labeled for easy identification. Correction: Evacuation cribs must be labeled for easy identification. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 21 staff members' files, one file (Kyleigh W.) is lacking documentation of the out of state background check. Confirmed through documentation and a staff member statement Ms. Kyleigh lived out of state in the past 5 years. Correction: Immediately (4/23/2025) review all staff files, background check for each state an individual has resided in must be submitted and successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to the children. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member: Kyleigh has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 members' files, one file Kyleigh W. is lacking documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training. Correction: Immediately (5142025) review all staff members files, all files must have the Department approved Standard Precautions training. Corrected at the time of the visit, the staff memebr cmpleted the missing training at the time of the visit. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 21 staff members' files, two files (Miya S. and Kaylee O.) are lacking documentation of a health statement signed and dated by a health care provider. Ms. Miya was hired on 1/27/2025 and Ms. Kaylee was hired on 1/22/2025. Correction: Review all staff members files, all files must have documentation of a health statement signed and dated by a health care provider. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
Category: health medication. 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed 21 staff members files, one file Jessie S. is lacking the Department approved CPR and First Aid training or the CPR and First Aid module. Correction: Review all staff members files, all files must have documentation of the Department approved CPR and First Aid training or the CPR and First Aid module. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.L · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.
Reviewed 21 staff members files, two files (Miya S., and Kaylee O.) are lacking documentation of Child Development training. Ms. Miya was hired on 1/27/2025 and Ms. Kaylee was hired on 1/22/2025. Correction: Review all staff members files, all files must have at least one hour of Child Development training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
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 members files, one file (Sara C.) is lacking the updated documentation of the Trails clearance letter. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) every 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. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member: Sara has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 21 staff members files, two files (Sara C. and Susan J.) are lacking the updated documentation of the CBI and FBI clearance letters. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) Every 5 years, requests for FBI and CBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member: Sara has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.1 · At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.
Reviewed 13 children's files, two files are lacking documentation of the child's immunizations. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) review all children's files, all files must have documentation of the child's
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
2.209.B.4 · The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider
Reviewed 13 children's files, one file is lacking documentation of the child's health statement and three files are lacking documentation of the updated health statements. Correction: Review all children's files, all files must have documentation of the child's health statement completed by a health care provider. Submit a written statement of cmpliance by Correct by 06/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2025
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 13 children's files, two files are lacking updated documentation of the Emergency Medical Authorization signed and dated by the parents/ guardians. Correction: Immediately (5/14/2025) review all children's files, all files must have updated dcumentation of the child's Emergency Medical Authorization signed and dated by the parents/ guardians. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/14/2025 Correct by 05/14/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 Toddler A classroom, 7 children were in attendance, however, 5 were signed in. Correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives and leaves the classroom must be recorded. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher signed the children in. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 12/16/2024. Correct by 12/09/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.R.4 · A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available: Dramatic Play.
In the Toddler A classroom, dramatic play food was locked in the closet, inaccessible to children. Correction: Immediately, dramatic play toys must be accessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher put the play food in the play kitchen, making it accessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 12/16/2024. Correct by 12/09/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.124.A.1.d · 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: Any allegation of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect to a child that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement or a county department of human or social services agency, or the child abuse reporting hotline as described in section 19-3-304, C.R.S. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Facility failed to report a critical incident to the Licensing department as required by state statute and licensing regulations within the required timeframe. Correction: Immediately, the facility must report a critical incident within the required timeframe to the Licensing department as stated in the state statute and licensing regulations. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM1 threw a shoe at CH1. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.
Confirmed through staff statements, SM1 threw a shoe at CH1 causing physical harm. Correction: Immediately, children must not be subjected to physical harm. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : SM1 did not use positive guidance strategies with CH1. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
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.
Confirmed through staff statements, SM1 did not demonstrate good judgement and proper care for the child. Correction: Immediately, staff must demonstrate good judgement and proper care of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.225.A · Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.
Confirmed through staff statements, SM1 did not use positive guidance appropriate to the development of a child by throwing a shoe to get CH1's attention. Correction: Immediately, staff must use guidance as an opportunity to teach children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern :
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
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:
Confirmed through staff statements, SM1 did not follow the facility's policies and procedures on positive guidance. Correction: Immediately, all staff must follow the written policies and procedures on positive guidance. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.G · All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.
Reviewed 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021 lacking current documentation of a health statement signed by a physician. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have a self-reported health history submitted annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.L · All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.
Reviewed 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021, and Linden C., hired 4/1/2021, lacking current FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ documentation of a child development training. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have one hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021 lacking current documentation of a standard precautions training. Correction: Review all staff files. Immediately, all staff must have a Department-approved standared precautions training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021, and Linden C., hired 4/1/2021, lacking current documentation of a shaken baby training. Correction: Review all staff files. Immediately, all staff must have a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021 lacking a First Aid and CPR module. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have a First Aid and CPR module within 30 days of employment and must renew every two (2) years. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021, lacking documentation of a child abuse training. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have a child abuse prevention training within thirty (30) days of employment and must renew annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021, lacking documentation of a Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have a Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021, lacking documentation of a Department-approved training course: Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have a Department-approved training course: Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021 lacking documentation of an emergency and disaster prepardness training. Correction: Review all staff files. Immediately, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster prepardness prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 3 staff files. Observed Caleb S., hired 10/6/2021, Cassidy F., hired 7/1/2021 and Linden C., hired 4/1/2021, lacking fifteen (15) hours of professional development. Correction: Review all staff files. All staff must have fifteen (15) hours of professional development each year. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliace by 10/2/2024. Correct by 10/02/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024
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 Room 2A, diapers and wipes were on a bin in the bathroom and diapers were on the cubby in the classroom, accessible to children. In Room 2B, wipes were on the counter and in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. In Room 2B in the bathroom; gloves, wipes, and diapers were on a cart and in an unlocked cabinet under the diaper changing table, accessible to children. In the Pre-K classroom, diapers and wipes were in an unlocked drawer in the bathroom, accessible to children. In the Pre-K Plus classroom, wipes were in an unlocked drawer in the bathroom, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all diaper supplies must have a place for storing, inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
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 B classroom, the teacher stated 7 children were in attendance and 7 children were signed in, however 8 children were in attendance. In the Toddler B classroom, 9 children were in attendance, however no children were signed in. Correction: Immediately, all staff must know how many children are in attendance and the time a child arrives and leaves the center must be recorded. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 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.
In the 2A classroom, soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" was on the paper towel dispenser, FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ accessible to children. Clorox wipes were on the cubbies, hand sanitizer and a cold compress labeled "keep out of reach of children" were on a cart, accessible to children. In the 2B classroom, bleach sanitizer was on the cubbies, Clorox wipes were on the counter and Expo spray all labeled "keep out of reach of children" was in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the Expo spray was locked, the bleach sanitizer was placed on a high shelf and the Clorox wipes were placed in a cabinet, inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance for the items corrected at the time of visit and a written statement of compliance for the items not corrected at the time of visit by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In the 2B classroom, loose plastic bags were on the diaper changing table in the bathroom, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the director removed the plastic bags, making them inaccessible. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2024
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 the 2B classroom, licensed for children 2.5 to 3.5 years of age, paperclips, small binder clips and rubberbands were in an unlocked drawer, accessible to chidren and causing a potential choke hazard. Correction: Immediately, all materials accessible to children under three (3) years of age must be free of any choke hazard. Corrected at the time of visit, the director locked the drawer, making the items inaccessible to children. Submit a written
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.216.A.1 · An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
Confirmed through staff statements, Linden C. hired 4/1/2021 as the early childhood teacher, was lacking documentation to meet qualifications. Correction: Immediately, staff responsible as an early childhood teacher must submit credentials to meet qualifications. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 10/2/2024. Correct by 09/25/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 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 the Preschool 2B classroom, sharp scissors were in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, sharp tools must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher locked the drawer, making the scissors inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
In the Toddler A classroom, a storage bin had a broken lid, causing a potential safety hazard. Correction: Immediately, indoor materials must be safe and free of hazards. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher removed the lid, removing the potential hazard. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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 21 staff files. Observed Loren R., Faith V., Hollyanne W., and Conner L. missing current medical statement, signed and dated by a physician. Correction: All staff member must self-report their health history annually after submitting a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 06/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed 21 staff files. Observed Karina R. having an FBI clearance letter dated April 15, 2019 and a CBI clearance letter dated March 30, 2019. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff memberKarina R. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI and FBI clearance letter for staff member Karina R. with written response to Specialist by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.15 · Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.
Preschool 3A and Preschool 3B classrooms, with children ages 3 years of age to 4 years of age, were on the playground at the time of visit. Preschool 3A had 14 children and Preschool 3B had 13 children, exceeding the maximum group size of 20 children. Correction: Immediately, maxiumum group sizes for children ages 3 to 4 years, must not exceed 20 chidren. Corrected at the time of visit, the classrooms went inside to their correct class. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 the Preschool 2A classroom, wipes were on a low cart, accessible to children. In the Preschool 2B classroom, diapers and wipes were under the diaper changing table, in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children. Correction: Immediiately, diaper supplies must have an area inaccessible to children, for storing. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher locked the cabinet and placed the wipes in an area, inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
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 the Preschool 3A classroom, 15 children were in attendance, however, 6 were signed in. In the Preschool 3B classroom, 13 children were in attendance, however there were no children signed in. In the Pre-K classroom, 14 children were in attendance, however, 12 were signed in. In the Pre-K Plus classroom, 12 children were in attendance, however, 10 children were signed in. Correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives and leaves the center must be recorded. Corrected at the time of visit, the teachers signed the children in to reflect how many were in attendance. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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.
In the Preschool 2B classroom, an Expo spray bottle, batteries and a magic eraser, labeled "keep out of reach of children," were in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children. In the Preschool 2B classroom, on a shelf in a child's cubby, sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children," was accessible to children. In the Preschool 2B classroom, Clorox wipes, labeled "keep out of reach of children," were in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the drawer was locked, making the items inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
In the Preschool 2B classroom, loose plastic bags were on the changing table, accessible to children. In the Pre-K Plus classroom, loose plastic bags were on a low cart, accessible to children. In the Toddler B classroom, loose plastic bags were hanging on a low hook in the bathroom, accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the teachers placed the loose plastic bags in a locked cabinet, inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
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 the Preschool 2B classroom, licensed for children 2.5 years of age to 3.5 years of age, pom-poms, small clips and miniature erasers were in an unlocked drawer accessible to children, causing a potential choke hazard. Correction: Immediately, toys accessible to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher locked the drawer, making the items inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/16/2024. Correct by 05/16/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.