Colorado Department of Early Childhood cited something at 11 of the 22 visits below. Across Denver centers it cites something at about 55% of visits. Each state decides what gets written up, so this compares Denver with Denver and never with another state.
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Colorado’s Department of Early Childhood lists each program’s complaints on its Colorado Shines page, with the department’s verdict on each and a report behind it, going back about three years. Older complaints are released only on request. The department does not rank complaints by severity in either place.
Supervisory visit · March 5, 2026
2.212.A · Correction due March 5, 2026
At the time of the inspection, in the infant classroom, an infant was observed sleeping with a blue baby blanket.
Required correction: Immediately, ( 3/5/2026), all staff must demonstrate concern for the proper care of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/12/2026. Correct by 03/05/2026
2.223.C.2
At the time of the inspection, observed in the infant classroom, a two month old infant sleeping in a crib and covered in a blue blanket.
Probationary visit · December 12, 2024
2.227.C.7 · Correction due December 12, 2024
At the time of the visit, observed one teacher with 10 toddlers in the Crayola One classroom. This is a direct violation of stipulation (C). Probationary stipulation C states " Licensee shall comply with required staff-to-child ratios at all times. Ratios and room capacities must be posted in each classroom."
Required correction: Immediately ( 12/12/2024) The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit when another staff member stepped in the classroom, which put the classroom back into the 1 teacher to 5 student ratio. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 12/19/2024. Correct by 12/12/2024
2.212.A
At the time of the visit, SM1 left the Crayola One classroom, which left one teacher alone with ten children. This is a direct violation of stipulation (F). Probation stipulation F states " All staff shall demonstrate knowledge of, interest in, and concern for children's proper care and well-being."
Limited Supervisory visit · September 13, 2024
2.230.C.8 · Correction due September 13, 2024
At the time of the visit, on the toddler playground, observed a small red tricycle with a broken seat and on the back of the tricycle was a broken bucket. Another small red tricycle also had a broken bucket on the back of the tricycle on the toddler playground.
Required correction: Immediately ( 9/13/2024), All outdoor play areas used for children must be kept free from broken or worn play equipment. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the Director removed the broken tricycles from the playground, making the tricycles inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/20/2024. Correct by 09/13/2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due September 13, 2024
At the time of the visit, reviewed the infant room rosters for the past 3 weeks and observed the roster to be lacking transitions to outside. Confirmed through staff members statement that the infants were taken outside one day last week.
Required correction: Immediately ( 9/13/2024), Attendance verification must be recorded during transitions. Submit a statement of future compliance by 9/20/2024. Correct by 09/13/2024
2.226.A.4 · Correction due September 13, 2024
Confirmed through staff member statement that the infants have not been taken outside since last week.
Required correction: Immediately ( 9/13/2024), Infants must be provided access to outdoor play at least three times per week. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/20/2024. Correct by 09/13/2024
Limited Supervisory visit · August 27, 2024
2.230.C.8 · Correction due August 27, 2024
At the time of the visit, observed a broken blue sit and spin style toy on the toddler playground. The toy had a large crack and a large missing piece on the part of the toy where a child would sit.
Required correction: Immediately ( 8/27/2024), All outdoor play areas must be kept free of broken or worn play equipment. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the program Coach removed the broken toy from the playground. No response needed. Correct by 08/27/2024
Probationary visit · April 18, 2024
2.121.D.4.a · Correction due April 18, 2024
Reviewed 4 staff files and observed that the facility did not maintain the CBI and FBI clearance letters for Elyzabeth M. Elyzabeth M's CBI was cleared on 4/9/2021 and FBI was cleared on 4/22/2021.
Required correction: Review all staff files and all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Elyzabeth M. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Corrected at the time of visit, the director obtained the CBI and FBI clearance letter and placed it in the staff member's file. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/25/2024. Correct by 04/18/2024
Probationary visit · March 22, 2024
2.230.B · Correction due March 22, 2024
On the Preschool Playground, observed a garden bed with a broken leg post being propped up by a milk crate posing a hazard. This is a violation of stipulation S on the probationary license probationary stipulation S states “Licensee shall ensure all indoor and outdoor play areas are maintained in a safe condition and that hazardous, high-risk areas are made inaccessible to children.”
Required correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/29/2024. Correct by 03/22/2024
Complaint · February 23, 2024
2.206.B
Identified through staff statements that staff are not following the facilities policies and procedures regarding cell phone storage.
Complaint · February 23, 2024
Unfounded
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record and publishes an investigation report for it. Shortlist has not read that report, so this row includes no citation detail.
Probationary visit · February 1, 2024
2.120.D · Correction due February 1, 2024
Reviewed 19 staff files and observed that the TRAILS background check for Gerelene C., and Lilian R. were not submitted within 10 calendar days of the first day of employment. This is a violation of stipulation P on the probationary license probationary stipulation P states “Licensee shall timely submit a fingerprint based background check and Trails abuse/neglect background inquiry requests for any new hire. Documentation of the background check must be maintained in the staff file at all times.”
Required correction: Immediately, review all staff files and all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Gerelene C, and Lilian R have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff members Gerelene C, and Lilian R with written response to Specialist by 2/15/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024
Reviewed 19 staff files and observed that Demekia L, Diana C, Rabiya G, Maria R, and Elyzabeth M had expired TRAILS background checks and have not been renewed.
2.212.G · Correction due March 1, 2024
Reviewed 19 staff files and observed that Johanna O and Gerelene C were missing documentation of a current medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider.
Required correction: Within 30 days, review all staff files and all staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/1/2024. Correct by 03/01/2024
Reviewed 19 staff files and observed that Johanna O and Eden A were missing documentation of an abuse prevention training and identified to be working in a classroom. This is a violation of stipulation J on the probationary license probationary stipulation J states “Staff members must complete any trainings required for their assigned position prior to being placed in the classroom. This may inclue but is not limited to: training and orientation in facility policies and
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due February 1, 2024
In the Parakeet classroom, observed wipes in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, adiaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director put a baby lock on the cabinet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 2/15/2024. Correct by 02/01/2024
2.120.J
Reviewed 19 staff files and identified that the TRAILS inquiry results for Sherry S. were not maintained in the staff file and was not available for review. This is a violation of stipulation P on the probationary license probationary stipulation P states “Licensee shall timely submit a fingerprint based background check and Trails abuse/neglect background inquiry requests for any new hire. Documentation of the background check must be maintained in the staff file at all times.”
Probationary visit · January 5, 2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due January 5, 2024
In the Bumblebee's classroom, observed that 1 child was not signed in when transitioned from the Crayola 1 classroom to the Bumblee classroom. This is a direct violation of stipulation G on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation G states “LIcensee will use a name-to-face attendance verification tool (paper or electronic form) and complete attendance verification for all transitions and at frequest intervals throughout the day. Licensee shall provide training for all staff on how to use attendance verification tool and must maintain verification of the training in each emmployee's staff file."
Required correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives and leave the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including transitions. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher verified attendance and signed the child in. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 1/19/2024. Correct by 01/05/2024
In the Baby Shark classroom, observed Aveeno lotion labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked
2.229.G · Correction due January 5, 2024
In the Baby Shark classroom, observed plastic bags in an unlocked drawer accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. The director moved the plastic bags to a higher cabinet making them no longer accessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 1/19/2024. Correct by 01/05/2024
2.219.B.1
Reviewed 7 children's files and observed that 1 child was missing documentation of immunizations.
2.219.B.2 · Correction due February 4, 2024
Reviewed 7 children's files and observed that 2 child was missing documentation of a current health appraisal.
Required correction: Within 30 days, review all children's files and within 30 days of admission and/or within 30 days following the expiration of a previous health statement, the parents/guardians of each child must submit a statement of the child's current health status signed and dated by a health care provider. Submit a written statement of compliance by 2/4/2024. Correct by 02/04/2024
Complaint · December 8, 2023
Founded
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Limited Supervisory visit · November 15, 2023
7.702.62.A.2 · Correction due November 15, 2023
In the Crayola 1 classroom, 2 children were not signed out on the attendance tracker.
Required correction: Immediately, 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. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teacher signed the 2 children out to the next classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/29/2023. Correct by 11/15/2023
Limited Supervisory visit · October 17, 2023
7.702.71.C · Correction due October 17, 2023
In Crayola 1 classroom, observed Oxivir cleaning product labeled "keep out of reach" under an unlocked cabinet. In the Baby Shark classroom, observed hand wipes labeled "keep out of reach" in an unlocked drawer.
Required correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit. In Crayola 1, the director locked the cabinet making them inaccessible to children. In Baby Shark, the director moved the hand wipes to a higher cabinet making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/31/2023. Correct by 10/17/2023
7.702.71.L
In the Parakeet classroom, observed broken chalk pieces posing a choking hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under 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 3 years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director moved the chalk pieces to
7.702.72.B · Correction due October 17, 2023
In the Baby Shark classroom, observed a frayed rug posing a tripping hazard. In the Sesame Street classroom, observed strings on infant pacifiers posing a suffocations and choking hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishing must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazard. Corrected at the time of the visit. In the Baby Sharks, the director and owner moved the rug out of the room no longer causing a tripping hazard. In the Sesame Streets room, the director removed the strings from the pacifiers. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/31/2023. Correct by 10/17/2023
7.702.91.D · Correction due October 17, 2023
In the Baby Shark classroom, observed batteries in an unlocked drawer accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, volatile substances and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director removed the batteries from the classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/31/2023. Correct by 10/17/2023
7.702.62.A.2
In the Baby Sharks classroom, observed that 1 child was not signed in and the teacher did not know how many children were in care.
Required correction: Immediately, 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. Corrected at the time
Limited Supervisory visit · September 20, 2023
7.702.62.A.2 · Correction due September 20, 2023
In the Crayola 1 classroom, identified that 1 child was not signed in from the morning and 1 child transitioned and there as not an accurate written attendance verification for the transition.
Required correction: Immediately, 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 transitions. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
7.702.63.B.3 · Correction due September 20, 2023
In the Sesame Street classroom, observed a 9 month old infant laying flat on the floor and holding their own bottle.
Required correction: Immediately, older infants must be fed in safe chairs such as highchairs or baby-feeding tables. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
7.702.71.C · Correction due September 20, 2023
In the Crayola 1 classroom, observed sunscreen and diaper cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" in children's cubbies accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
7.702.71.D · Correction due September 20, 2023
In the Parakeet classroom, observed a stapler with staples inside on a table accessible to children under the age of 3 years old.
Required correction: Immediately, staples must be inaccessible to children less than 3 years of age. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
7.702.71.H · Correction due September 20, 2023
In the Parakeet classroom, observed adult scissors on a table accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
7.702.71.L
In the Parakeet classroom, observed PomPoms, broken crayons, and broken chalk on a shelf accessible to children under the age of 3 years old.
Required correction: Immediately, toy parts, toy furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under 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 3 years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by
7.702.91.B · Correction due September 20, 2023
Observed several deteriorated or dirty ceiling tiles in all classrooms.
Required correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
7.702.72.B · Correction due September 20, 2023
In the Crayola 1 classroom, observed ripped nap mats.
Required correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/4/2023. Correct by 09/20/2023
The Department of Early Childhood keeps about three years of complaints on a program’s public page. Anything older is released only on request, as a single file covering the whole state. Shortlist asked for that file under the Colorado Open Records Act and renews it yearly; it is what this page shows for complaints older than the department’s own window.
The file this page is built from arrived on September 1, 2026 and covers complaints the department publishes today, and complaints back to January 2023 obtained by records request. The next request goes in September 2027.
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