Not yet reported: ages served, hours, days / week, schedule, holiday closures.
This provider does not publish pricing.
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.
Complaint · May 18, 2026
2.223.A.2 · Correction due May 18, 2026
Reviewed written verification of transitions for Preschool 1 and Preschool 2 classrooms and identified they were being tracked together and not when children transitioned from one preschool classroom to the other.
Required correction: Immediately ensure written attendance verification is completed during transitions from one area to another. Correct by 05/18/2026
2.120.C.2 · Correction due May 18, 2026
Reviewed 11 staff files and identified 1 staff member (SM8), who is not assigned to work with children, lacking documentation of TRAILS clearance letter within 10 days of employment.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member (SM8) has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for staff member (SM8) with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 05/18/2026
2.223.C.17 · Correction due May 18, 2026
Speaker in use that was placed on the floor between cribs and within 3 feet of sleeping infant.
Required correction: Immediately ensure if music/sound machine is played in the infant sleep area, it must not be played at a loud volume that would prevent infants from being heard by staff and must not be placed under a crib or within three (3) feet of the sleeping infant. Corrected at the time of visit. Speaker was moved to be at least 3 feet away from sleeping infants. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 05/18/2026
2.230.B
Adult-size purse in the Toddler classroom with several ares of the outer material beginning to peel off, accessible to children and posing potential safety hazard.
Complaint · May 18, 2026
Founded
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.
Complaint · May 18, 2026
Founded
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.
Complaint · March 3, 2026
2.223.D.4 · Correction due March 3, 2026
Nap mats used in toddler program are approximately 1" thick.
Required correction: Immediately ensure nap mats for children in the toddler room are 2" and spaced at least 2' apart on all sides. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/03/2026
2.223.D.5.a · Correction due March 3, 2026
Nap mats used in preschool program are approximately 1" thick.
Required correction: Immediately ensure nap mats for children in the preschool program are 2" and spaced at least 2' apart on all sides. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/03/2026
2.230.B · Correction due March 3, 2026
Several long fabric scarfs tied on both ends to tree limbs on preschool playground within reach of children, posing potential strangulation and fall hazards.
Required correction: Immediately ensure indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings are sturdy, safe and free of hazards. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/03/2026
Small blanket with stuffed animal attached in crib with sleeping child (over 12 months), posing potential
2.121.D.4.a · Correction due March 3, 2026
Reviewed 12 staff files and identified 1 staff (SM6) lacking verification of CBI and FBI background checks completed under current license and 1 staff (SM11) lacking verification of CBI clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members SM6 & SM11 have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of SM6 CBI and FBI clearance letter and SM11 CBI clearance letter with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 03/03/2026
2.120.C.1.a
Reviewed 12 staff files and identified 1 staff (SM6) lacking Trails clearance letter maintained in staff file.
2.206.A · Correction due March 3, 2026
Reviewed 3 child files and identified 1 child's file lacking legal signature (verifiable digital signature or ink signature) on document confirming the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.
Required correction: Immediately ensure at the time of enrollment children in the program have a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/03/2026
2.122.A
Reviewed health and fire inspection reports and identified the fire inspection expired on 2/7/26.
2.121.D.5 · Correction due March 3, 2026
Reviewed 12 staff files and identified 1 staff (SM5) lacking verification of FBI background check completed within the past 5 years (clearance letter dated 8/13/2020).
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member (SM5) has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of SM5 FBI clearance letter with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 03/03/2026
Complaint · March 3, 2026
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.
Supervisory visit · January 22, 2026
2.219.B.2 · Correction due February 21, 2026
Reviewed 4 child files and identified 3 lacking current health statement.
Required correction: Ensure within 30 days of admission and 30 days of expiration, all children submit to the center a current health statement. Correct by 02/21/2026
2.230.C.1.a
Two climbers on the playground with fall height over 18" and approximately 1" resilient surface (sand).
2.121.D.5 · Correction due January 22, 2026
Reviewed 13 staff files and identified 1 staff member (SM5) lacking verification of FBI background check completed every 5 years.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM5 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI clearance letter for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/22/2026
2.121.D.4.a · Correction due January 22, 2026
Reviewed 13 staff files and identified 1 staff member (SM6) lacking CBI & FBI clearance letters, and 3 staff (SM8, SM11 & SM13) lacking verification of CBI clearance letters maintained in staff files.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM6, SM8, SM11 and SM13 have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI and FBI clearances for SM6, and CBI clearance letters for SM8, SM11 & SM13 for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/22/2026
Reviewed 13 staff files and identified 1 staff member (SM11) identified to have lived out of state in the past 5 years and lacking out-of-state clearance letter (hire date 10/1/25).
2.120.C.1.a · Correction due January 22, 2026
Reviewed 13 staff files and identified 1 staff member (SM8) lacking verification of TRAILS background check clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM8 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/22/2026
2.209.A.7
Reviewed 4 child files and identified 2 with expired emergency medical authorization (Exp. 3/28/25 & 4/14/25).
2.120.I · Correction due January 22, 2026
Reviewed 13 staff files and identified 1 staff member (SM5) lacking verification of TRAILS background check completed every 5 years.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM5 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff member with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 01/22/2026
2.229.C · Correction due January 22, 2026
One bottle of disinfectant on the counter in PK Upper Classroom and another one on the ledge between PK Upper and PK Lower Classroom, both labeled "keep out of reach of children" and accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately ensure items labeled "keep out of reach of children" are inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit. Both bottles of disinfectant were moved to area out of children's reach. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 01/22/2026
Ball labeled "Ages 3+" and accessible to children less than 3 years of age in the Infant classroom.
Supervisory visit · January 29, 2025
2.209.B.4 · Correction due January 29, 2025
Reviewed 4 child files and identified 2 lacking verification of CDPHE immunization on state approved form.
Required correction: Immediately ensure the facility maintains a record on each child that includes certificate of immunization on state-approved form. Correct by 01/29/2025
2.213.G · Correction due January 29, 2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and identified 1 staff member with expired mandatory reporter training.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff complete abuse reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew annually. Staff completed mandatory reporter training at the time of visit. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 01/29/2025
Original visit · February 8, 2024
2.233.C.1 · Correction due March 6, 2024
Facilty lacking full 8' walls/doors to seperate toddler program from entrance to preschool.
Required correction: Ensure 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 prior to license approval. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
2.230.D · Correction due March 6, 2024
Certified playground inspection for the preschool playground noted items that needed to be corrected prior to approval.
Required correction: Ensure facility obtains satisfactory proof of valid certification of the playground facility inspection report prior to license approval. Submit verification that certified playground inspection is approved with written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
Pikler triangle climber in the toddler classroom, approximately 2'5" in height, and lacking resilient surfacing in the use zone.
2.230.B · Correction due March 6, 2024
White cubbies outside the infant classroom entrance that wobbled when pushed on and protruding nail in the outdoor toddler play area, posing potential hazards. Observed layout of the infant classroom does not allow 1 staff member to easily supervise all areas of the room, posing potential safety concern.
Required correction: Ensure indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings are stury, safe and free of hazards prior to license approval. Doucment correction in written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
2.234.A · Correction due March 6, 2024
Reviewed facility documentation and identified Certificate of Occupancy was not available for review at the time of inspection.
Required correction: Ensure facility obtains Certificate of Occupancy prior to license approval. Submit copy of certificate with written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
2.237.B · Correction due March 6, 2024
Exterior and interior of facility with several areas of chipping/peeling paint.
Required correction: Ensure buildings are kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition prior to license approval. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
Reviewed enrollment record and identified space lacking to list the name of the hospital of choice, address and telephone number.
2.127.D · Correction due March 6, 2024
Classrooms lacking posted staff to child ratio and room capacity for the ages of children cared for in the room.
Required correction: Ensure staff to child ratio and room capacity signs are posted in every licensed room of the child care facility prior to license approval. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
2.127.C · Correction due March 6, 2024
Facillity lacking complaint posting in prominent and conspicuous location.
Required correction: Ensure at all times during the operating hours of a family child care home, child care center, preschool, school-age child care center, children’s resident camp and Neighborhood Youth Organization, the facility must post in a prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a complaint with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, including the telephone number and mailing address prior to license approval. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/06/2024
2.212.J.1.a · Correction due March 6, 2024
Reviewed 4 staff files and identfied 3 lacking completed out-of-state background check list and/or completed out-of-state clearance letters maintained in staff files.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Gabe, Cassie and Naomi have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of out-of-state background checklist and/or completed clearance letter for Gabe, Cassie and Naomi with written response to Specialist prior to license approval. Correct by 03/06/2024
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