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11305 Decatur ST, Westminster CO 80234 · License #1531928 · Center · Child Care Center
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2.213.G · All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, 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 16 staff files. 1 staff missing documentation of a current child abuse prevention training. Correction: Immediately, all staff must renew the child abuse prevention training annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the licensing specialist. Correct by 05/27/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.218.E · If the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree(s) that the center should care for a child in the toddler program who is twelve (12) months old but not walking independently, or is over thirty-six (36) months old, the center must have on file a written statement from a health care provider confirming that care for the child is appropriate in the toddler program.
Observed a child in the toddler classroom that is not independently walking and lacking a written statement from the health care provider. Correction: Immediately, children who are being cared for in a Toddler classroom and are not walking independently must have a written statement on file from a health care provider confirming that care is appropriate. This must be on file and
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
Disposition: Unfounded
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2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
In the Twos classroom, a bottle of sunscreen labeled 'keep out of reach of children' was in a child's cubby and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, all items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' should be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the center director put the sunscreen on a high shelf making it inaccessible. No response needed. Correct by 05/27/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.G · Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.
In the Infant classroom, a loose plastic bag was in a child's cubby and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the center director placed the bag in a locked cabinet making it inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 05/27/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 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.
In the Twos classroom, small stickers, which are considered a choke hazard to children under 3 years old, were accessible to children and confirmed through staff statements are being used for art projects. Correction: Immediately, all toys and materials must not be a choke hazard to children under 3 years old at any time. Corrected at time of visit, the center director removed the stickers from the classroom. No response needed. Correct by 05/27/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
In several classrooms, there are rugs with curled corners and edges, creating a tripping hazard for children. Correction: Immediately, indoor materials and furnishings must be safe and free of hazards at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the licensing specialist. Correct by 05/27/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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.
In the Infant classroom, a staff purse was in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children. Correction: Immediately all hazardous items including staff purses and personal bags must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the center director locked the cabinet making the item inaccessible. No response needed. Correct by 05/27/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2026
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.
On the Preschool playground, the bottom of the slides to have 1-2 inches of resilient material and the tire swing to have about 3 inches of resilient material. Correction: All climbing equipment 18 inches or higher must have at least 6 inches of resilient material. Correct immediately. Correct by 05/19/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 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;
Observed in the Two's room, 11 children present, but 7 children awake with only one teacher. This is a direct violation of stipulation B on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation B states. Licensee shall comply with required staff-to-child ratios at all times. Ratios and room capacities must be posted in each classroom.” Correction: Staff-to-child ratios must be followed at all times to include nap time, double of ratios. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, the Director stepped in until the second staff member returned. No response required. Correct by 04/21/2025
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
Found a ball in the toddler classroom labeled 3+. Correction: All indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately. Correct at the time of inspection, the Director removed the ball from the classroom. No response required.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
A small bottle of lotion labeled "keep out of the reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of the reach of children" must be inaccessible to children, correct immediately 2/5/25. *Corrected at time of inspection, teacher put the lotion in a locked cabinet. No response is required. Correct by 02/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.
A bottle of lotion on the cozy cube labeled "keep out of the reach of children". Correction: Items labeled "keep out of the reach of children" must be inaccessible to children, correct immediately 2/5/25. *Corrected at time of inspection, teacher placed lotion in a high up cabinet. No response is required. Correct by 02/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.C.11 · Swaddling of infants must only be allowed with a health care plan completed and signed by the child’s health care provider.
An infant age 6 months to be swaddled while sleeping and to be missing a health care plan. Correction: Swaddling of infants is only allowed with a current health care plan completed by the provider, correct immediately 1/9/25. Correct by 01/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
An infant age 6 months to be swaddled while sleeping and staff to have completed the department approved safe sleep training. Correction: Staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making, judgement and concern for the proper care and well being of children, correct immediately 19@5. Correct by 01/09/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
A red trike on the playground to be missing handlebar covers. *Previously cited 10/18/24. Correction: Materials must be safe and free of hazards, correct immediately 12/10/24. *Corrected at time of inspection, Director removed the trike from the playground. No response is required. Correct by 12/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise
Upon entering the facility, specialists observed a child in the bathroom alone. Both teachers were in the K Prep classroom around the corner and down the hall. Correction: All children must be under direct supervision at all times, correct immediately 12/10/24. Correct by 12/10/2024
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
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.
On the playground, observed a broken planter box and 3 trikes without handles. Correction: Remove harzards from playground. Correct immediately 10/18/2024. Corrected at time of inspection Director and Assistant Director removed items from playground. No response required. Correct by 10/18/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
A gray and white rug in theTwo's classroom which had a corner turned up and posed a potential tripping hazard. Correction: Ensure all indoor furnishings are safe and free from hazards. Correct immediately. *Corrected at the time of inspection - Director moved a couch on top of the corner, making it safe. No response needed for this report. Correct by 05/22/2024
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.220.J · If a medication is out of date or left over, the parent(s)/guardian(s) is responsible for picking up the medication. If the parent(s)/guardian(s) do not respond, the center must dispose of the medications as required by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
An abuterol medication in the Preschool B classroom that expired March 1, 2024. Correction: If a medication is out of date ensure the parent or guardian picks up the medication. Correct immediately and send documentation of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 03/18/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
A gallon size glass jug accessible to children in the Preschool B classroom. Correction: Make all glass- breakable materials inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. *Corrected at the time of inspection, director moved the glass and made it inaccessible to children. No response needed for this violation. Correct by 03/18/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 14 staff files and observed Adrienne S. to be missing documentation of a current FBI criminal FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: B_R_IG_H_T _HO_R_IZ_O_N_S _AT_ T_H_E _R_AN_C_H_ R_ES_E_R_VE_, _LL_LCic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 1_5_31_92_8______ ________________________________________________ record check. The previous clearance letter expired 1/25/2024. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Adrienne has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letters for Adrienne with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/18/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 17 staff files and observed Michelle T. to be missing documentation of a current shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Michelle was observed working with children under the age of three years. The previous training expired 3/3/2024. Correction: Send documentation of required training to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 03/18/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 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 17 staff files and observed Mary H. to be missing documentation of First Aid/CPR certification and module. Mary's DOH is 10/13/2015. Correction: Send documentation of required training to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 03/18/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.1 · All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise
Identified through staff statements that Child 1 was left out on the playground, unsupervised, for approximately 10 - 15 minutes. Correction: Ensure all children are under the direct supervision of a qualified adult at all times. Correct immediately and send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 01/04/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff are not doing a written verification of attendance. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.223.A.2 · The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.
Staff did not complete a written attendance verification or headcount during transition from the playground to the gym, resulting in a child being left on the playground. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: B_R_IG_H_T _HO_R_IZ_O_N_S _AT_ T_H_E _R_AN_C_H_ R_ES_E_R_VE_, _LL_LCic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 1_5_31_92_8______ ________________________________________________ Correction: Ensure staff complete a written attendance verification during transitions. Correct immediately and send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 01/04/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : A vape pen was accessible to children in the Preschool classroom. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.212.D · Staff must not use marijuana and marijuana infused products, tobacco products of any kind, or alcohol in the presence of children. To prevent exposure to secondhand smoke, child care centers must prohibit the use of tobacco and marijuana products on all center property, both indoors and outdoors. All marijuana and marijuana infused products, vaping and tobacco products, and alcohol must be kept inaccessible to children at all times.
Identified through directors statement and review of incident report, that Staff 2 was written up for having a vape pen in the Preschool classroom. Staff 2 dropped the pen on the floor making it accessible to children. Correction: Ensure all vaping and tobacco products are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 01/04/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Required staff-child ratios are not being followed. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 N_a_m_e _: B_R_IG_H_T _HO_R_IZ_O_N_S _AT_ T_H_E _R_AN_C_H_ R_ES_E_R_VE_, _LL_LCic_e_ns_e _Nu_m_b_er _: 1_5_31_92_8______ ________________________________________________ 2-1/2 years to 3 years:
Staff was not in ratio during the incident of a child being left on the playground. Staff member 2 had taken 4 children to the bathroom and Staff member 1 had 10 children in the gym. Ratio for that age group is 1:8 children. Correction: Ensure required staff to child ratio's are maintained at all times. Correct immediately and send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 01/04/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff are not following facility policies and procedures. - FOUNDED
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.206.B · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information:
Staff member 1 and staff member 2 did not follow the facility's policy for transitions resulting in a child being unsupervised for 10 - 15 minutes. Staff member 2 did not follow the facility's policy against having tobacco and vape products in the classroom resulting in a vape pen being accessible to children in the Preschool classroom. Correction: Ensure staff are following the facility's policies and procedures at all times. Correct immediately and send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 01/04/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Children are not allowed to go to the bathroom when they need to. Children are not being changed in a timely manner when their clothes/diapers are soiled or wet. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.B · All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
Reviewed 2 staff files and observed Staff member 2 to be missing documentation of a current Standard Precautions training. Previous training expired 8/1/2023. Correction: Obtain documentation of current required training and send a copy to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 01/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 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 2 staff files and observed Staff member 2 to be missing documentation of a current Child Abuse Prevention training. Previous training expired 3/16/2023. Correction: Obtain documentation of current required training and send a copy to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 01/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 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 2 staff files and observed Staff member 1 to be missing documentation of a current First Aid/CPR training or module. The previous training expired 6/8/2023. Correction: Obtain documentation of current required training and send a copy to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 01/04/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.