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2116 W 30th, Pueblo CO 81008 · License #63498 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
During the health and safety walk through the preschool classroom had 15 children signed in on the attendance form and 13 children present. The toddler classroom stated that they had 7 children and there were 6 present. Correction: Immediately the time children arrive and leave the center each day must be recorded. Staff must also do written attendance verification periodically through the day including during transitions. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/18/2026 Correct by 05/04/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.231.A.2 · Indoor play areas must be uncluttered, safe, and allow for freedom of movement.
During the health and safety walk through observed clutter in the toddler classroom including stacks of unfiled papers and newspaper on the shelf inside the door and a pile of notebooks and papers on a rolling drawer set that was so heavy it was starting to break Correction: Immediately ensure that all indoor play areas are uncluttered and safe for children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 5/18/2026 Correct by 05/04/2026
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Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.K · Evacuation equipment must not block exit routes. Nothing may be stored in or under any evacuation equipment.
At the time of inspection there were paint supplies stored in the evacuation crib. Correction: Immediately ensure that nothing is stored in or under any evacuation equipment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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.
Reviewed attendance verification records. 11 children ages 1 to 3 years were in attendance in the the toddler classroom the morning of the inspection. Correction: Immediately ensure that maximum group size is followed at all times and based on the youngest child in attendance. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.B.1 · Service personnel must be available for housekeeping and food preparation as needed for adequate operation and maintenance of the center.
At the time of inspection there was expired food in the refrigerator. Correction: Immediately ensure that staff is available for general housekeeping and food preparation as needed in all areas of the center. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
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;
At the time of inspection there were diapers and wipes in an open container on a low shelf accessible to children in the bathroom. Correction: Immediately diaper change areas must have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
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 There were 12 children signed in and present in the preschool classroom and provider stated that there were 11. There were 11 children signed in and 10 present in the toddler classroom. Correction: Immediately ensure that the time a child arrives and leaves the center each day is recorded and staff is completing attendance verification periodically through out the day including during transitions. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 inspection there was soap labeled keep out of reach of children in an unlocked lower cabinet in the preschool bathroom. Correction: Immediately all items labeled keep out of reach of children must be stored inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
At the time of inspection there were loose plastic bags right next to the gate on an open lower shelf in the kitchen. Correction: Immediately all loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
At the time of inspection there was an open box of aluminum foil with an exposed serrated edge right next to the gate on an open lower shelf in the kitchen. Correction: Immediately all sharp objects must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/27/2026. Correct by 01/13/2026
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.3 · Criminal background check requests for volunteers, whose activities involve the care and supervision of children; or who have unsupervised access to children, must be submitted and successfully completed prior to 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.
At the time of inspection there was a board member volunteering with unsupervised access to all classrooms. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI/FBI TRAILS, Or Out of State background check, Out of State Clearance Letters) for staff members with written response to the Specialist Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.
Reviewed 6 children's files. 2 children under the age of 2 did not have a current statement of health status updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule or as required by a health care professional. Correction: Immediately all children within 30 days of enrollment must have a current statement of health status updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule or as required by a health care professional. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026 Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 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.
At the time of inspection the record of drills was incomplete for the months of August, October and November. Correction: Immediately ensure all drills are completed as required. Fire drills held monthly, tornado drills held monthly March through October and emergency lockdown drills held quarterly. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026 Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.9 · At least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.
At the time of inspection there was not a staff member onsite with a current medication administration delegation. Correction: Immediately at least 1 staff member with current medication administration delegation must be on duty at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026. Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 6 children's files. 2 attending children did not have documentation of school required immunizations or documentation of medical or non medical exemption. Correction: Immediately all children prior to attending must have documentation of school required immunizations or documentation of medical or non medical exemption. on file for review. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026. Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.2 · 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: All other requests except those specified in rule section 2.120(C)(1) must be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility.
Reviewed 6 employee files. 4 staff members did not have a trails clearance letter available for review. 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 members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (, TRAILS, Or Out of State background check, Out of State Clearance Letters) for staff members with written response to the Specialist Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.226.C.2 · All groups of children must be actively supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times.
At the time of inspection observed a staff member leave an unqualified staff member alone in a classroom with 3 children. Correction: Immediately ensure that all groups of children are actively supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026 Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
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 6 staff files. 4 staff members did not have current medical statements or self reported health histories on file for review. Correction: Immediately all staff within 30 days must provide a medical statement signed and dated by a health care
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
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 6 staff files. 2 staff members did not have a current Department approved training about child abuse prevention. Correction: Immeditely all staff within 30 days of employment must complete the Department approved training about child abuse prevention. This training must be renewed annually. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026 Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 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 6 staff files. 3 staff members employed over 90 days did not have verification of a minimum 1 hour of child development training. Correction: Immediately all staff within 90 days of employment must have a minimum 1 hour of child development training. This training is required one time. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026 Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
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 6 staff files. 3 staff members did not have verification of a minimum 15 hours of ongoing training including at least 3 hours of training in social emotional development Correction: Immediately all staff must complete a minimum 15 hours of ongoing professional development training annually. This must include at least 3 hours of training in social emotional development. Submit a written statement of compliance by 1/1/2026 Correct by 12/18/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.224.B.1 · An individualized diet and feeding schedule must be provided according to a written plan submitted by the parent or by the child's physician with the knowledge and consent of the parent. A change of diet and schedule must be noted on each child's daily activity schedule and posted in an area clearly visible to the staff.
At the time of inspection observed that there is no written diet and feeding schedule available for infants. Correction: Immediately ensure that an individualized diet and feeding schedul are provided by the parent or by the child's physician with the knowledge and consent of the parent. Any change of diet must be noted on each child's daily activity schedule and posted clearly visible to all staff. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.A · All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.
Identified through staff interviews that director and another staff member are preparing bottles and mixing FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ human milk with 2 ounces of water and a scoop of formula without the knowledge of the parents. Correction: Immediately ensure that all staff at the center demonstrate knowledgeable decision making judgment and concern for the well being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.B.1 · Service personnel must be available for housekeeping and food preparation as needed for adequate operation and maintenance of the center.
At the time of inspection observed food products in the refrigerator that had expired by several months. Identified through staff interviews that food is feft out long enough to mold. Correction: Immediately ensure that staff is available for housekeeping and food preperation as needed for adequate operation and maintenance of the center. Submit a written statement of complinace by 12/31/2025 Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.C.15 · Infants who fall asleep in a piece of equipment not approved for sleep must immediately be moved to their approved sleep area and placed on their back to sleep.
Identified through staff statements that infants are frequently left in bouncers or swings to sleep because they wake up if they are moved. There were no infants observed in an unsleep environment at the time of inspection. Correction: Immediately all infants that fall asleep in a piece of equipment not approved for sleep must immediately be moved to their approved sleep area and placed on their back to sleep. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.
Identified through staff statements that 1 staff member was left alone on the playground with 8 toddlers and 5 infants when another staff member went inside to change diapers. At the time of inspection observed 8 toddlers ages 1 to 3 years in the toddler classroom with 1 teacher. Observed 12 children ages 3 to 6 in the preschool classroom with 1 staff member. Identified through staff interviews that there are typically 11 children in the toddler room ages 1 to 3 years with 2 teachers. Correction: Immediately ensure that staff child ratio's are followed at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025 ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.3 · Staff must be awake, alert, and actively supervising all children.
At the time of inspection observed 8 children in the toddler classroom with 1 staff member laying under a blanket behind a shelf not able to observe all children in the classroom. Correction: Immediately ensure that staff are awake alert and actively supervising all children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.232.A.5 · A minimum of one hundred fifty (150) square feet of shaded area in the fenced play area must be provided to guard children against the hazards of excessive sun and heat. Shaded areas must be provided year-round.
At the time of inspection observed no shade available since there are no leaves on trees on the preschool playground. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately ensure that a minimum 150 sq feet of shade is provided to guard children against the hazards of excessive sun. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.226.C.3 · Children must be actively supervised at all times.
At the time of inspection observed staff member walk out of the classroom to check on a child in the bathroom. Observed staff sitting on the playground in groups not supervising children. Identified through staff statements that staff will be in the hallway talking to eachother while children are sleeping. Correction: Immediately ensure that children are actively supervised at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: supervision. 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;
At the time of inspection observed diaper cream and wipes accessible to children in the bathroom by the toddler classroom. Correction: Immediately ensure that all diaper change areas have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
At the time of inspection observed a broken pink tricycle, a cracked water table, a broken elephant toy, holes in mesh covering the fence, the monkey bars have chipped paint and a broken basketball hoop on the playgrounds. There were bean bags that were torn in the preschool classroom, The infant classroom has bouncers with exposed loose cords laying across the floor. Correction: Immediately ensure that all indoor and outdoor equipment materials and furnishing are sturdy safe and free of
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.236.A.1 · If the office space is accessible to children, it must be free of hazards.
At the time of inspection the office containing potential hazards was open and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately office must be free of hazards if it is accesssible to children. I Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.10.a · At nap time, the child to staff ratio may be doubled for children two and one half (2 ½) years of age and older in preschool classrooms when the following conditions have been met: At least half of the children are sleeping;
At the time of inspection observed 1 teacher with 8 toddlers ages 1 to 3 years. Correction: Immediately ensure that if doubling the ratio at naptime that all children in care are over 2 1/2 years of age and that at least half of the children are sleeping. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.224.A.1 · All meals and snacks provided by the center must meet current United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal pattern guidance and requirements published by the USDA Food Nutrition Service at https://www.cacfp.org/meal-pattern-guidance/ (April 2016) and 7 C.F.R. sections 210.10 and 226.20 (July 1, 2022), herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated These regulations are available at no cost from the USDA Food Nutrition Service at https://www.ecfr.gov. 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. and be offered at suitable intervals not more than three (3) FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ hours apart. Children who are at the center for more than four (4) hours, day or evening, must be offered a meal. Arrangements must be made for feeding children who are in care before 6 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
Identified through staff interviews that center provides 2 snacks per day but that children in the toddler room are fed food from their lunchboxes that was not finished at lunch time for snack and that it does not always meet CACFP guidelines. Correction: Immediately ensure that all meals and snacks meet the CACFP requirements. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.D · Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.
At the time of inspection observed a staff purse and a can of rustoleum paint in an unlocked cabinet in the toddler classroom accessible to children. Correction: Immediately all hazardous items must not be stored in areas accessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
At the time of inspection observed full trash bags on the playground, a bee trap with bees inside, a lawn mower and wheelbarrow, mops. Stagnant water left in a cooler and hallogen lights with bulbs by the shed all accessible to children. There is peeling paint on the monkey bars in the preschool playground. Correction: Immediately all outdoor play areas used for children must be checked daily and kept safe ane free from hazardous materials or dibris, dilipated structures and broken or worn play equipment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 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. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
At the time of inspection observed trash bags on the preschool playground accessible to children. Correction: Immediately all loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 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 inspection observed chipping wall paint on the exterior of the building and broken tiles in the hallway by the toddler room Correction: Immediately all buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 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.
At the time of inspection observed a merry go round, monkey bars and swing with less than 1 inch of resilient surfacing in the use zone. Observed truck tires with no resilient surfacing surrounding them. Correction: Immediately ensure that all climbing equipment 18 inches or higher has resilent surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.221.F · Infants under six (6) months must be kept out of direct sunlight while outdoors.
At the time of inspection observed no shade available for infants on the infant playground. Correction: Immediately ensure that infants under the age of 6 months are kept out of direct sunlight. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.K · Kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
At the time of inspection observed the gate to the kitchen was not latched allowing children access to the kitchen including hazardous items. Correction: Immediatly kitchens , including all hazardous items must be inaccessible to children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 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 inspection observed cots placed with less than 2 feet between children in the preschool classroom. Correction: Immediately ensure that all cots are placed with a minimum of 2 feet on all sides during rest time. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.233.A.3 · Rooms licensed for specific ages of children cannot be used for other ages of children without the prior written approval of the licensing authority.
At the time of inspection observed a child over the age of 18 months being cared for in the infant classroom. Identified through staff statements that all children including infants stay in the toddler classroom until at least 8:00 Correction: Immediately ensure that rooms licensed for specific ages of children are not used for other ages of children without the prior written approval of the licensing authority. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.226.C.2 · All groups of children must be actively supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times.
Identified through staff statements that an unqualified teacher opens the infant classroom daily and gives breaks to other staff throughout the facility. Correction: Immediately ensure that all groups of children are supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.233.B.1 · If the infant program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the infant program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.
At the time of inspection the infant room had the half door open to the hallway. Correction: Immediately ensure that the infant program is physically separated by walls no less than 8 feet and full doors. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.233.C.1 · If the toddler program is in the same building as a facility caring for children of other ages, the toddler program must be physically separated in different rooms by walls no less than eight (8) feet and full doors.
At the time of inspection the toddler room had the half door open to the hallway. Correction: Immediately ensure that the toddler program is physically separated by walls no less than 8 feet and full doors. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.15.d · The licensed room capacity must not be exceeded at any time.
Identified through staff interviews that there are up to 14 children ages 6 months to 12 years in the toddler room with a room capacity of 12 in the morning. Correction: Immediately ensure that the licensed room capacity is not exceeded at any time. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.2 · For full day programs, during times of low attendance and/or during the first and last hour of the day, when only eight (8) or fewer children are present in the facility, there must be at least one (1) early childhood teacher or assistant early childhood teacher working with the children and a second staff member must be on site and immediately available. There must be no more than two (2) children less than the age of two (2) present. When nine (9) or more children are in attendance, at least two (2) staff members must be on duty. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Identified through staff statements that they open in the toddler classroom with only 1 staff member onsite with 2 todddlers, 1 infant and a preschooler for the first 30 minutes of every day. Correction: Immediately ensure that a second staff member is onsite and immediately available if needed and that there are no more than 2 children under the age of 2 years. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
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 inspection observed soap labeled keep out of reach of children accessible to children in the bathroom by the toddler classroom. Observed a hot glue gun and glue sticks accessible to children in the preschool classroom. Correction: Immediately ensure that all items labeled keep out of reach of chilldren are kept out of reach of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.H · Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
At the time of inspection observed a paper cutter in the preschool classroom on a low shelf accessible to children. Observed sharp scissors in the office drawer accessible to children. Correction: Immediately all sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
At the time of inspection observed string lights on the bulletin board with uncovered exposed outlets on the cords in the preschool classroom Correction: Immediately all outlets accessible to children must have protective covers. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/31/2025. Correct by 12/17/2025
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.130.B · During the hours of operation, the facility’s most recent licensing, fire department, and health department inspection reports must be accessible to parents and legal guardians of children in care or their designee and to parents and legal guardians considering placing their children in care at the facility.
At the time of inspection the most recent fire inspection onsite expired 6/27/2024. Correction: Immediately ensure that the most recent inspection reports are available for review. Submit a current fire inspection and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
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;
At the time of inspection there were diapers stored on an open shelf in the bathroom by the toddler room the door was open and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately all diaper supplies must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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 6 staff files. 1 staff member employed over 30 days Jennivee A did not have a current health statement signed and dated by a physician available for review. Correction: Immediately all employees within 30 days of employment must provide a current health statement signed and dated by a physician. Subsequent health histories can be self reported and must be submitted annually. Submit health statement and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025. Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.C · Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 6 staff files. 1 staff member Nancy S did not have a current Department approved Safe Sleep training on file for review. Correction: Immediately all staff that work with infants under the age of 12 months must complete the Department approved Safe Sleep training prior to working with infants. This training must be updated annually. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 6 employee files. 1 employee Brinda H did not have a current Department approved training about abuse prevention. Correction: Immediately all staff within 30 days of employment must complete the Department approved training about abuse prevention. This training must be updated annually. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 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.
At the time of inspection there were dried leaves on the floor in the infant room accessible to children. Correction: Immediately ensure that any materials accessible to children are not a choking hazard. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 6 employee files. 1 employee employed over 90 days did not have a minimum of 1 hour of child development training. Correction: Immediately all employees within 90 days of employment must complete at minimum 1 hour of child development training. This training is required one time. Submit proof of training and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.214.D.4 · Director letters must be renewed prior to the expiration date or the letter becomes invalid and the individual no longer qualifies as a director of a large center.
At the tjim of inspection the Director had a director certificate that expired 9/12/2024 Correction: Immediately director must obtain a current director certificate or documentation of a PDIS credential 3.0 level 3 or higher. Submit Certificate and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: ratio. 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: FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ 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 4 children's files. 2 children did not have an immunization record on file for review. Correction: Immediately all children prior to attending must have an immunization record or proof of immunization status on file for review. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.
Reviewed 4 children's files. 2 children under the age of 2 did not have current health statements updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule. Correction: Immediately all children under the age of 2 must have current health statements updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule or as required in writing by a health care professional. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
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 6 employee files. 4 employees (Brinda H, Nancy S, Dee B and Nancy J) had criminal background checks that had not been updated in the past 5 years. Correction: Immediately all employees are required to obtain an updated clearance letter prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter. Submit verification of submission and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.226.C.3 · Children must be actively supervised at all times.
At the time of inspection observed children from the preschool classroom leaving the classroom unsupervised to use the restroom. Correction: Immediately children must be actively supervised at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
At the time of inspection observed mats in the preschool room and the fish mat in the infant room that are torn on the edges and no longer safe. Correction: Immediately ensure that all equipment in sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.H · In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.
At the time of inspection there was a surge protector under the computer desk in the preschool classroom that had uncovered outlets accessible to children. Correction: Immediately ensure that all outlets accessible to children have protective covers or ensure that safety outlets are installed. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.5 · For the Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant, the center must maintain documentation from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies that the Registered Nurse or the Medical Doctor’s licensure is in good standing.
At the time of inspection the DORA ceritification on file had expired. Correction: Immediately ensure that CCHC provides documentation that her licensure is in good standing. Submit Current DORA certificate and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.7 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department-approved child care health consultant introductory training course within six (6) months of hire. Child care health consultants must complete Department-approved ongoing professional development training every three (3) years. The center must obtain and maintain proof of training completion.
At the time of inspection the CCHC had not completed the required Department approved CCHC introductory training course. Correction: Immediately CCHC must complete the required Department approved CCHC introductory training course. This course is required as part of the ongoing professional training and new trainings are required every 3 years. Submit
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
2.217.C.8 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.
At the time of inspection CCHC did not have a current Department approved CDPHE immunization course certificate on file for review. Correction: Immediately CCHC must have a current Department approved CDPHE immunization course certificate. This training must be renewed annually. Submit training certificate and a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.K · Kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times.
At the time of inspection the kitchen gate was open and the kitchen was accessible to children. Correction: Immediately ensure that kitchens and any hazardous items are inaccessible to children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025. Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection observed all staff assigned to classrooms including the director. Correction: Immediately ensure that if a director is assigned to a classroom there is adequate qualified staff to allow the director to attend the duties of a director as they arise. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/13/2025 Correct by 02/27/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.K.2 · Evacuation equipment must: Be labeled for easy identification;
At the time of inspection evacuation equipment was not labeled or easily identifiable Correction: Immediately all evacuation equipment must be labeled for easy identification. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 children's files. 1 child did not have current written, signed and dated authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Immediaetely all children must have on file a written, signed and dated authorization for emergency medical care prior to the first day of attendance and updated annually. Submit written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
At the time of inspection there was a yellow slide on the preschool playground that had bolts protruding from underneath all of the stairs. Correction: Immediately ensure that all outdoor materials and furnishings are safe, sturdy and free of hazards. Submit
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
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.
At the time of inspection SM in the preschool room did not know how many children were in her care. Correction: Immediately all staff must demonstrqate knowledgeable decision making judgement and concern for the proper care and wellbeing of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.A.14 · Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.
At the time of inspection observed 1 staff member in the preschool room with 14 children. Correction: Immediately ensure staff ratio's are followed at all times following the above age guidelines. Staff member was onsite and in the kitchen getting snack. Submit a written statement of ongoing complinace by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations are FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.
Reviewed 4 children's files. 2 children did not have current medical statements on file for review. 1 expired 3/8/2024 and the other expired 11/17/2023 Correction: Immediately all children must have on file a current statement of health status updated as required by the American academy of pediatrics or as required in writing by a health care professional. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.J · If using a crib is not designed for emergency evacuation, the crib must be reinforced with a kit manufactured for this purpose.
At the time of inspection facility did not have a crib designed for emergency evacuation. Correction: Immediately a crib either designed for emergency evacuation or reinforced with a kit manufactured for this purpose must be obtained. 1 fire evacuation crib is required for every 5 infants. Submit pictures of evacuation cribs and a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.K · Evacuation equipment must not block exit routes. Nothing may be stored in or under any evacuation equipment.
At the time of inspection there were items stored in the cribs that SM indicated was used for evacuation. Correction: Immediately evacuation equipment must not have anything stored in or under them. Immediatly ensure that Evacuation equipnment is immediately accessible and nothing is stored in them. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024. Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 5 staff files. 4 staff members did not have TRAILS background checks renewed within the past 5 years. Correction: Immediately all child abuse and neglect background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and fee to the department every 5 years. Submit current TRAILS background checks and a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: background checks. 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.
At the time of inspection there was a bag of trash laying on the playground and items stored in the deck area accessible to children. Correction: Immediately ensure that the playgrounds are checked daily for debris and hazardous high risk areas to reduce the possibility of injuries or accidents. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.226.C.2 · All groups of children must be actively supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times.
At the time of inspection observed a teaher qualified as an aide supervising children alone both in the preschool classroom and on the playground. Correction: Immediately ensure that all groups of children are actively supervised by an early childhood teacher at all times. Qualified SM (the director) was onsite and stepped out of the classroom regularly. Submit a written statement of
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
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 5 staff files. 2 staff members Deanna B and Brinda H did not have current Department approved training on Standard Precautions. Correction: Immediately all staff prior to working with children must complete a Department approved training on Standard Precautions training. This training must be updated annually. Submit written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 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 5 staff files. 1 Staff member Brinda H did not have a current Department approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training on file for review. Correction: Immediately ensure all staff prior to working with children under the age of 3 completed the Department approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. This training must be updated every 2 years. Submit written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 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 5 staff files. 1 staff member Nancy S not required to be certified in first aid and CPR had not completed the Department approved introduction to first aid and CPR module. Correction: Immediately all staff not required to be certified in first aid and CPR must complete the Department approved
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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 5 staff files. 1 staff member Linda R. had not completed the Department approved training in Intro to early intervention and Preschool special education. Correction: Immediately all staff within 90 days of employment must complete the Department approved training in Intro to early intervention and Preschool special education. This training must be completed once. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 5 staff files. 1 staff member Linda R. had not completed the Department approved training in Recognizing the impact of bias. Correction: Immediately all staff within 90 days of employment must complete the Department approved training in Recognizing the impact of Bias. This training must be completed once. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/17/2024 Correct by 04/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.