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

Observed adult scissors placed on the half-shared wall between the Dragonflies and Butterflies rooms, accessible to children. Correction: Sharp tools must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff removed scissors from classroom and made inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 02/18/2026

Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.L · Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Observed small pom poms posing a potential choking hazard on a counter accessible to children under the age of 3 in the Caterpillar room. Correction: Materials accessible to children under the age of three must not be a choking hazard. ***Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff removed the pom poms from the classroom. No response required. Correct by 12/22/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2025

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

2.218.A · The center must accept and care only for children of the ages for which it has been licensed. At no time shall the number of children in attendance exceed the number for which the center has been licensed.

Identified during a previous inspection on 10/14/2025 that CH1 enrolled at the facility was outside of the age range the program is licensed to care for. At the time of inspection on 12/2/2025 it was observed on the name to face record in the ladybug and caterpillar room that were combined, that CH1 was signed in and remained enrolled. The licensed age is 2.5-7 years old. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: The center must accept and care only for children of the ages for which it has been licensed. Respond with verification and ongoing plan of compliance. Correct by 12/02/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

On the inspection date 12/2/2025: Identified through SM6 statement that SM1 instructed staff to remove CH1 from classroom into an unlicensed space to avoid being seen by Specialist. SM1 was aware CH1 did not fall in the age range the program is licensed to care for. During the interview process it was then identified through SM2 that SM3 removed a child from their assigned classroom and took the child to the upstairs track area of the gym, which is an unlicensed space. On the inspection date 11/24/2025: Identified through presented documentation that staff were instructed by SM1 to move CH1 when licensing was on site. Directing or allowing the use of an unlicensed space demonstrated poor judgment and failure to make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and supervision. Correction: All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Respond with verification and ongoing plan of compliance. Correct by 12/02/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.124.A.3.b · Changes to a License Requiring Written Notification to the Department Prior to Department Approval - Changes in the physical facility or use of rooms for child care at a facility.

Observed the Ladybug, Caterpillar and Dragonfly room combined in the gym with 9 kids and 2 staff at the time of inspection. Identified through staff statement that the gym is not used often and only during cold weather the gym is used for gross motor play. The gym is an unlicensed space of the facility. During the interview process it was identified through SM2 that SM3 removed a child from their assigned classroom and took the child to the upstairs track area of the gym, which is an unlicensed space. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Changes in the physical facility or use of rooms for child care at a facility require written notification to the Department prior to Department approval. Respond with verification and ongoing plan of compliance. Correct by 12/02/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025

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 third and subsequent days, to a maximum of $10,000:

During the inspection on 12/2/2025, Licensing Specialist identified that the Ladybug and Caterpillar classrooms were combined in the gym and that the attendance roster showed 5 children to be signed in; however, the Specialist counted only 4 children physically present. SM2 stated that the 5th child listed on the roster had been picked up and then SM2 signed the child out on the roster to the parent at 9:10AM. SM2 signed out CH1 even though they had knowledge that CH1 was still present. During the interview process later, Specialist identified through SM2's statements that CH1 was not picked up by the parent, was still in care in the classroom and that CH1 had been removed from the classroom by SM3. Specialists then identified through SM6 statement during the interview that staff were instructed by SM1 to take CH1 to the upstairs track area of the gym to avoid being seen by licensing. Additional information for this violation can be found in the bottom narrative. Correction: Ensure all statements and documentation to the department are true and correct. Ensure children are tracked correctly on attendance record. Respond with verification and ongoing plan of compliance. Correct by 12/02/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 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.

At the time of inspection, the Dragonfly room was combined with the ladybug and caterpillar room with 2 staff and 9 children in the gym. Specialist requested name to face sheet for the Dragonfly classroom and staff stated they had left it in the classroom. Name to face from the classroom to the gym was not completed. Staff stepped out to get the name to face from the classroom and corrected the name to face sheet while specialist was present in the gym. Correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Respond with verification and ongoing plan of compliance. Correct by 12/02/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025

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.

Observed small manipulative toys posing a potential choke hazard on a low shelf in the gym accessible to children under the age of three. Correction: Toys must not be a choke hazard to children under the age of 3. Respond with verification and ongoing plan of compliance. Correct by 12/02/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 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 resilient material on the playground with equipment higher than 18 inches was measured at the time of inspection and observed it to be between 1-2' in depth, lacking the 6 inches of resilient surfacing around the use zone. Correction: Equipment 18 inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Respond with plan of compliance. Correct by 11/24/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 24, 2025

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

2.209.A.8 · 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:Written authorization, obtained in advance of the event from a parent/guardian, for a child to participate in field trips or special activities, whether scheduled or unscheduled, whether walking or riding in an approved vehicle;

Reviewed 4 child files and observed 2 to have an expired field trip authorization. Correction: An admission record for each child must be completed annually with written authorization for field trips. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: transportation. 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.

Observed the Butterfly classroom to be lacking the licensed capacity and staff-to-child ratio posted. Correction: All facilities must post in every room of the facility, the licensed capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: ratio. 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 8 staff files and observed Susana M. to be lacking child abuse prevention training. Correction: Within 30 days of employment, all employees must be trained in child abuse prevention. This training must be renewed annually. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 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 8 staff files and observed Andi B. to be lacking a medical statement from a health care provider. Correction: All staff must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a health care professional. Correct by 08/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2025

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

2.138.A · Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

Reviewed facilities drill log and observed it to be lacking a record of a fire and tornado drill held in August of 2024 and lacking 3 lockdown drills for the last 12 months. Correction: A record of all emergency drills held over the past 12 months must be maintained by the center for review. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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 4 child files and observed 2 to have an expired emergency medical authorization. Correction: A dated, written authorization for emrgency medical care signed and updated annually by the parents is required for each child. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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

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

Observed 2 adult sized scissors on the counter in the Dragonfly classroom accessible to children. Correction: Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. *Corrected at the time of inspection. Director made scissors inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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.

Observed the playground climbing equipment to be lacking 6" of resilient material within the 6 foot use zone and around the slide. Correction: All climbing equipment 18" or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least 6" in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

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

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

Observed a roll of loose plastic bags in the bathroom, on the counter, accessible to children in the Bumblebees classroom. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. *Corrected at the time of inspection. Director moved bags to be inaccessible. No response required. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 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.

Observed the Bumblebees classroom to be outside at the time of inspection and lacking a transition record on their name-to-face form. Correction: Staff must complete written attendance verification throughout the day, including during transitions. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.127.A · At all times during the operating hours of the facility, except for foster care homes, the facility/agency must post the current child care license in a prominent and conspicuous location easily observable by those entering the child care facility.

Observed the facility to not have their probationary license posted. Correction: At all times during the operating hours of the facility, the facility must post the current child care license in a prominent and conspicuous location. Correct by 07/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.208.A.2 · The following records must be on file at the center: A list of current staff members, substitutes, and staffing patterns;

Reviewed name-to-face records for 11/12/24 and observed teacher Chucky to not have signed in or out of the Bear room during the day. Identified through staff statements that teacher Chucky was present in the Bears classroom on 11/12/24. Correction: Staffing patterns must be on file at the center at all times. The time a staff member enters and leaves a classroom when supervising children must be recorded. Correct by 02/13/2025

Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025

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.

Observed a puzzle with small pieces and 2 bins of small manipulative toys accessible to children under the age of 3 and posing a potential choking hazard. Correction: Toys, toy parts, and materials accessible to children under the age of 3 must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. ***Corrected at the time of inspection. Teacher moved items to be inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 01/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

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

2.217.A.7 · There must be assigned at least one (1) qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children unless otherwise specified in rules. A director may be the assigned teacher for one (1) group of children.

Observed the Moose classroom to be lacking a qualified ECT at the time of inspection. Correction: There must be assigned at least one early childhood teacher supervising each group of children. Correct by 01/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Observed staples in the wall of the Foxes classroom, accessible to children under the age of 3. Correction: Staples must be inaccessible to children less than 3 years of age. Correct by 01/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.E · Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Observed thumb tacks in the wall of the Foxes classroom, accessible to children under the age of 3. Correction: Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children under the age of 3. Correct by 01/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

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.

Observed 7 plants in breakable material on a low shelf accessible to children under the age of 5 in the Moose classroom. Correction: Toys, furnishings and materials made of easily breakable material or glass are not permitted for children less than 5 years of age. Correct by 01/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

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

2.121.D · Each owner and employee sixteen (16) years of age or older of a facility or agency shall complete the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. Payment of the fee for the criminal record check is the responsibility of the individual being checked or the facility or agency. The results of the criminal record check, the CBI and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) response letters, must be maintained at the home, center, facility, or agency and must be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Vianca R. to be lacking documentation of FBI clearance letter. Correction: Results of the criminal record check, the CBI and/or the FBI response letters must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request. ***All individuals requiring a background check must review the Navigating the BIU's Website powerpoint within 24 hours. Send documentation of FBI clearance letter with written response to specialist.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

2.120.D · The Trails child abuse and neglect records request must be made within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee.

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed the TRAILS record request to have not been submitted within 10 days for Micaela G. and Krysta C.. Correction: The TRAILS records request must be made within 10 calendar days of the first day of employment. ***All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the BIU's Webpage powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance for Micaela and Krysta with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed Esmeralds to have an expired child abuse prevention training and Stephanie and Krysta to be lacking child abuse prevention training. Correction: Within 30 calendar days of employment, all employees must be trained about child abuse prevention. Correct

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

2.120.C.1.a · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed Stephanie, Micaela, and Krysta to be lacking TRAILS abuse and neglect records check and working alone with children. Correction: For all individuals whose activities involve the care and supervision of children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for or allowing unsupervised access to children. ***All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the BIU's Webpage powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance for Stephanie, Micaela, and Krysta with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 7 staff files and observed Esmeralda to be lacking an updated FBI clearance letter prior to the 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. Correction: Every 5 years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. ***All individuals requiring a background check must review the Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's Webpage powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI clearance letter for Esmeralda with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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

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

Observed the facility to have an expired fire inspection. Correction: At least every 2 years, all child care facilities must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local fire department. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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

2.121.J.1 · The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes:

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed Hannah L. to not have submitted out of state information to BIU for processing and was working alone with children. Correction: Background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state the individual has resided in, in the past 5 years, prior to an individual having unsupervised access to children. ***All individuals requiring a background check must review the Navigating the BIU's Webpage powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of out of state clearance letter for Hannah with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 7 staff files and observed Stephanie Y. to be lacking a medical statement from a health care professional and Hannah L. to be lacking a subsequent self reported annual health history. Correction: All staff must submit to the center a medical statement signed and dated by a health care provider. Subsequent self reported health histories must be submitted annually. Correct by 09/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024

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

2.210.A.3 · A record must be maintained, either written or electronic, for each staff member that includes the following: Immunization record or statement, and health history. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed Stephanie, Micaela, Krysta, and Hannah to be lacking authorization that to the best of their knowledge, they are up to date on all immunizations. Correction: A record must be maintained for each staff member that includes their immunization history to the best of their knowledge. Correct by 09/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024

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

2.212.N · Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained on the center’s policies and procedures for the administration of medications. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and have been trained on the center's administration of medications policies and procedures

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed all to be lacking signature indicating that they have been trained on the center's administration of medications policies and procedures. Correction: Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained on the center's policies for the administration of medications. Staff must sign a statement that they have read and been trained on these policies. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

Category: ratio. 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 7 staff files and observed Esmeralda to be lacking standard precautions training. Correction: All staff must complete standard precautions training prior to working with children. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 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 7 staff files and observed Esmeralda to be lacking an updated clearance letter prior to the 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. Correction: Every 5 years, all child abuse and neglect background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and fee to the department. An updated clearance letter must be maintained before 5 years from the date of the

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

2.138.A · Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Reviewed facilities drill log and observed it to be lacking a record of a fire drill held September through December of 2023 and March and April of 2024, a record of a Tornado drill held August through October of 2023 and April through July of 2024, and lacking a record of any lockdown drills held in the past 12 months. Correction: A record of all emergency drills held over the past 12 months must be maintained by the facility for review. Correct by 09/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.230.A · A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

Observed 2 stuffed animals labeled "3+" in the Chipmunks room accessible to children under the age of 3. Correction: A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children's ages and developmental needs must be provided for children. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

Observed a container of pens with caps posing a potential choking hazard on a low shelf accessible to children under the age of 3 years of age in the Chipmunks classroom. Correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings and materials accessible to children under the age of 3 must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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

2.205.D · Any center having a director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff, allowing the director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise.

Licensing specialist arrived at the facility for supervisory inspection and there were no staff to attend to the duties of a director. Correction: Any center having a director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff, allowing the director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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.

Observed 3 glass items in the Moose classroom accessible to children under the age of 5. Correction: Toys, toy parts and materials made of easily breakable material or glass are not permitted for children under

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

2.220.A · Any unexpired routine medication, prescription or non-prescription (over the counter), must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider with prescriptive authority and with written parental consent. Home remedies, homeopathic medication, vitamins, and supplements must not be administered to children in child care.

Observed an Epi medication with a health care plan lacking doctor's signature in the Hedgehogs classroom. Correction: Medication must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider and with written parental consent. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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

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

Observed the fence on the playground to have a gate secured by a chain lock yet open enough on the bottom for preschool age children to fit through and leave the playground area posing a potential vehicular hazard. Correction: All outdoor play areas must be checked for hazardous, high risk areas. Those areas must be made inaccessible to children to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents. Correct by 08/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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