2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

During safety walk through, observed unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the multipurpose room with cleaning supplies labeled “keep out of reach of children”. Correction: Ensure all items labeled “keep out of reach of children” are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately 1/9/2026. ***Corrected at time of visit by locking cabinet. No response required. Correct by 01/09/2026

Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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.

During safety walk through observed decorative lights with an exposed end without a protective cover. Correction: Ensure all outlets and power strips that are accessible to children have protective covers on them at all times. Correct immediately 12/16/2025. ***Corrected at time of visit by putting cord out of reach of children. No response required. Correct by 12/16/2025

Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.238.C · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: In every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. No lock or fastening to prevent free escape from the inside of any building can be installed. Only panic hardware or single-action hardware is permitted on a door or on a pair of doors. All door hardware must be within the reach of children.

During safety walk through, observed two classrooms, PS A and PreK B, blocking the exit door with nap cots. Correction: Ensure all exits are maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from the classroom. Correct immediately 11/20/2025. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing cots from doorway. No response required. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

During safety walk through, staff in Todd 2 and PS A, gave the wrong count for children. PS A attendance sheet had 2 children signed in and out incorrectly. Correction: Ensure staff members verify attendance periodically throughout the day. Correct immediately 11/20/2025 and submit written compliance by 11/27/2025. Correct by 11/20/2025

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 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 13 children files and observed 5 children to have expired emergency medical authorizations. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date emergency medical authorization for all children enrolled. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025. Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

Category: health medication. 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” FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment rules located in 6 CCR 1009-2 rule section VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Reviewed 13 children files and observed 1 child to be missing immunization documentation. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date immunization records on a state approved form. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025. Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

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

2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

Reviewed 13 children files and observed 3 children to have expired health statements, and 1 child to be missing a health statement. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date health statements for all children enrolled. Correct and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025. Correct by 04/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.220.K · Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.

Reviewed 13 children files and observed 1 child to be missing a written authorization to administer sunscreen. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date topical authorization for sunscreen for all children enrolled. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025. Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

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 16 staff files and observed 1 staff member (Caitlyn R. hd 1/13/14) to have an expired Standard Precaution training Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date Standard Precaution training for all staff. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025 Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.213.F · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 1 staff member (Alliza F. hd 1/11/23) to be missing the First Aid and CPR module for employees not required by rule to have certificate. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date First Aid and CPR training certificate or module for all staff. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025 Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

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 FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ renewed annually.

Reviewed 16 staff files and observed 2 staff members (Caitlyn R. hd 1/13/14 and Raquel G. hd 5/31/23) to expired Child Abuse training. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date Child Abuse training for all staff. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025 Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.216.A.1.e · An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:A current early childhood professional credential level II or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department;

Reviewed 17 files and observed 1 staff member (Kaylee Self hd 2/24/21) to have an expired 3.0 credential leve 2. (exp 12/5/24). Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date teacher qualifications for all staff responsible for a single group of children. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025. Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

Category: supervision. 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.

Reviewed facility files and observed a expired fire inspection 9/20/24. Correction: Obtain and maintain current and up to date fire inspections. Correct immediately 3/17/2025 and submit written compliance by 4/17/2025. Correct by 03/17/2025

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

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.

In Preschool B iphone cord was observed to be plugged into electrical outlet. Correction: Ensure all cords not in use are unplugged and inaccessible to children. Correct immediately 9/20/2024. ***Corrected at time of visit by unplugging and making it inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 09/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

Toddler bike on Toddler playground was observed to have a broken handle cover. Correction: Ensure all playground equipment is in good condition and free of potential hazards. Correct immediately 6/12/2024. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing bike from playground area. No response required. Correct by 06/12/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2024

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.

Power strip in PreK A classroom was observed to have missing protective cover in outlet. Correction: Ensure all power strips have protective covers in outlets. Correct immediately 6/12/2024. ***Corrected at time of visit by unplugging power strip and placing in cabinet. No response required. Correct by 06/12/2024

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 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.

In older infant room, observed evacuation crib to have a crate stored underneath. Correction: Ensure nothing is stored inside or underneath evacuation cribs at all times. Correct immediately 5/20/24. ***Correct at time of visit by removing crate from underneath crib. No response required. Correct by 05/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

Large playground was observed to have a broken bird feeder accessible to children. Correction: Ensure playground is free of broken toys and equipment at all times. Correct immediately 5/20/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing toy from playground. No response required. Correct by 05/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024

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

2.238.C · Centers must comply with the locally adopted fire code, including but not limited to the following: In every building or structure, exits must be arranged and maintained so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parts of the building or structure at all times when it is occupied. No lock or fastening to prevent free escape from the inside of any building can be installed. Only panic hardware or single-action hardware is permitted on a door or on a pair of doors. All door hardware must be within the reach of children.

In the Preschool A classroom observed 1 child to be sleeping in front of the Exit door. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Ensure all Exit doors are free and unobstructed. Correct immediately 5/20/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by moving child away from the Exit door. No response required. Correct by 05/20/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024

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

2.129.A.3 · Each licensed child care facility shall maintain records as required by the Department pertaining to the admission, progress, health, and discharge of children in care at the facility. All information regarding children and their families shall be kept confidential.

Children information in the Todd 2 classroom was observed on a cabinet. Correction: Ensure children's information is kept confidential and not displayed. Correct immediately 4/26/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by placing information in cabinet. No response required. Correct by 04/26/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

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

2.223.C.2.a · Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________

2 cribs in Infant room were observed to have loose fitting crib sheets. Correction: Ensure all infant crib have properly fitted sheets. Correct immediately 4/26/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing sheets. No response required. Correct by 04/26/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.229.C · Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

2 unlocked cabinets with "keep out of reach of children" items inside. (In the Preschool B classroom staff's purse stored inside. In common area bleach and sunscreen stored inside). Correction: Ensure all cabinets with "keep out of reach of children" items inside are kept lock and inaccessible to children. Correct immediately 4/26/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by locking both cabinets. No response required. Correct by 04/26/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 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.

Emergency crib in Older Infant Room was observed to be storing items from the room. Correction: Ensure nothing is stored in or underneath Emergency cribs. Correct immediately 4/26/24. ***Corrected at time of visit by removing items. No response required. Correct by 04/26/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 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 15 children's files and observed 2 expired emergency medical authorization forms. Correction: Obtain and maintain current up to date emergency medical authorization files for all children enrolled. Correct immediately 4/26/24 and submit compliance by 5/26/24. Correct by 04/26/2024

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

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

2.219.B.2 · Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

Reviewed 15 children's files and observed 1 missing and 5 expired health statements. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain and maintain current up to date health statements for all children enrolled. Correct and submit compliance by 5/26/24. Correct by 05/26/2024

Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

2.225.B · Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Identified that Child 1 received an injury to their arm when staff 1 yanked them and dropped them. Correction: Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm. Correct immediately 2/14/24 and submit compliance by 2/21/24. Correct by 02/14/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2024

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:

Identified that the staff stated they talked to a licensing agent and reported a reportable incident and there is no documentation of either. Correction: Ensure that staff do not give false and misleading information ot any agency. Correct immediately 2/14/24 and submit compliance by 2/21/24. Correct by 02/14/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not report a reportable incident as required by statute and regulation. - FOUNDED

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

2.124.A.1.d · Within twenty-four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty-four (24) hours of a child’s return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: Any allegation of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect to a child that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement or a county department of human or social services agency, or the child abuse reporting hotline as described in section 19-3-304, C.R.S.

Facility did not report a a reportable incident and that an incident was being investigated. Correction: Ensure that any reportable incident is reported to licensing and the proper agencies. Correct immediately 2/14/24 and submit compliance by 2/21/24. Correct by 02/14/2024 Stage II Licensing Concern :

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2024

Category: ratio. 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 that staff did not notify parents or administration when the child complained all morning until nap time that their arm hurt. Correction: Staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making, judgment and concern for their proper care and well being. Correct immediately 2/14/24 and submit compliance by 2/21/24. Correct by 02/14/2024 ________________________________________________ Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not give the parent's an injury report when the incident occurred. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Facility did not allow parent to watch the video of the incident. - UNFOUNDED Stage II Licensing Concern : Staff did not observe child 3 jumping on child 1. - UNFOUNDED ________________________________________________

Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.