Colorado Department of Early Childhood cited something at 4 of the 4 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 · July 10, 2026
2.229.L · Correction due July 10, 2026
In Toddler 3, small magnets located on the refrigerator accessible to children younger than three years posing a choking hazard.
Required correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any other materials accessible to children under three years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards. Correct immediately. Corrected on site. Teacher removed magnets and placed them in a cabinet inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 07/10/2026
2.120.I
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 3 staff members (SM1, SM9, & SM11) to have expired TRAILS background clearance checks.
2.121.D.5 · Correction due July 10, 2026
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 1 staff member (SM1) to have expired FBI background check clearance. Clearance on file dated 11/19/2020.
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 1 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI clearance for staff member 1 with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 07/10/2026
2.121.D · Correction due July 10, 2026
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 2 staff members (SM3 & SM4) to be lacking documentation of CBI clearance letters.
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 3 and 4 have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI clearance for staff members 3 and 4 with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 07/10/2026
2.212.G · Correction due August 9, 2026
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 12 staff members (SM4, SM5, SM6, SM8, SM10, SM12, SM13, SM14, SM15, SM17, SM19, SM21) to be lacking a signed medical statement.
Required correction: All staff members must submit a signed medical statement verifying good health within 30 calendar days of employment. Submit written verification to specialist. Correct by 08/09/2026
2.213.B · Correction due July 10, 2026
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 9 staff members (SM5, SM6, SM9, SM10, SM12, SM15, SM16, SM18, and SM19) to be lacking an updated Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children and annually thereafter. Correct immediately. Submit written verification to specialist. Correct by 07/10/2026
2.213.C
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed one staff member (SM18) to be lacking an updated Safe Sleep training.
Required correction: Staff working with infant less than twelve months old must complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep training prior to working with children and annually thereafter. Correct immediately. Submit written verification to specialist.
2.213.D · Correction due July 10, 2026
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 4 staff members (SM1, SM7, SM13, SM15) to be lacking an updated Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training.
Required correction: Staff working with children less than three years of age must complete a Department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children and every two years thereafter. Correct immediately. Submit written verification to specialist. Correct by 07/10/2026
2.213.F · Correction due August 9, 2026
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 6 staff members not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR (SM5, SM7, SM8, SM11, SM12, and SM21) to be lacking an updated Introduction to First Aid and CPR module.
Required correction: All employees not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module within 30 days of employment and every two years thereafter. Submit written verification to specialist. Correct by 08/09/2026
2.213.G
Reviewed 21 staff files and observed 8 staff members (SM6, SM9, SM10, SM11, SM12, SM18, SM19, SM21) to be lacking an updated Child Abuse Prevention training.
Complaint · February 11, 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.
Complaint · December 10, 2025
2.224.A.4 · Correction due December 10, 2025
Identified through staff statements the size of servings available to the children was unsuitable for multiple age groups.
Required correction: Facility will submit a plan of action for compliance ensuring children are receiving the proper serving sizes. Correct immediately. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 12/10/2025
Infant 2 classroom to be dark with no lighting when specialists entered room creating a supervision and
2.223.B.4 · Correction due December 10, 2025
Observed during walkthrough infant 2 classroom children all napping at same time. Identified through staff statement they have 10 and 2 nap periods and new children acclimate to schedule vs allowing to observe own pattern of sleep.
Required correction: Facility must submit a plan of action for compliance for infant and toddlers to observe their own pattern of sleep. Correct immediately. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 12/10/2025
2.223.B.4 · Correction due December 10, 2025
Observed during walkthrough infant 2 classroom children all napping at same time. Identified through staff statement they have 10 and 2 nap periods and new children acclimate to schedule vs allowing to observe own pattern of sleep.
Required correction: Facility must submit a plan of action for compliance for infant and toddlers to observe their own pattern of sleep. Correct immediately. Submit verification of documentation and written compliance to specialist. Correct by 12/10/2025
Complaint · December 10, 2025
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.
Supervisory visit · August 12, 2025
2.121.A.1 · Correction due August 12, 2025
Reviewed 29 staff files and observed 10 staff (SM 4, 9,10,11,12,18, 22, 23, 24, & 25) to be lacking documentation of the completed CBI and 7 staff to be lacking FBI clearance (SM 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 18 & 25).
Required correction: Immediately (8/12/25) ensure that all CBI and FBI background checks have been submitted for requests and the BIU Child Care Background Check Powerpoint Presentation has been reviewed. Within 24 hours provide documentation of the appointment made for the above staff to the Department's third party fingerprinting vendors. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 08/12/2025
2.233.B.1
The top half of the dutch door to Infant Room 2 was open while the program was caring for children.
2.213.B · Correction due August 12, 2025
In a review of 29 staff files, 3 staff (SM6, SM24, SM29) were found to be missing documentation of a Department-approved standard precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately (8/12/25) ensure that the program obtains and maintains documentation of a current standard precautions training for all staff to include the above listed staff. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 08/12/2025
2.213.G · Correction due August 12, 2025
In a review of 29 staff files, 4 staff members, SM6, SM7, SM18, & SM29 were found to be missing documentation of a current Department-approved training about chid abuse prevention.
Required correction: Immediately (8/12/25) ensure that the program obtains and maintains current documentation of the Mandated reporter (Child Abuse Preventions and reporting) training to include the above listed staff. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 08/12/2025
2.213.C
In a review of 29 staff files, one staff member (SM 29) was found to be missing current documentation of Infant Safe Sleep training.
2.229.D · Correction due August 12, 2025
Staples were observed on a bulletin board outside the Toddler 3 classroom.
Required correction: Ensure staples are inaccessible to children less than three years of age. Correct immediately. Teacher corrected at time of visit by placing tape over the staples. No further response required. Correct by 08/12/2025
2.120.A · Correction due August 12, 2025
In a review of 29 staff files, 4 staff members (SM3, SM6, SM8 & SM12) were found to be missing documentation of TRAILS background clearance letters.
Required correction: Immediately (8/12/25) ensure that all individuals with incomplete background checks are supervised at all times by an individual with successfully completed background checks. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that the above listed staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (TRAILS) for all five staff members with written response to Specialist. Correct by 08/12/2025
2.237.H
Electrical outlets observed missing protective covers in the Early Preschool and Toddler 2 classroom.
2.209.A.7 · Correction due August 12, 2025
In a review of 10 child forms, 2 students were missing updated annual medical authorization forms.
Required correction: Immediately (8/12/25) ensure that the program obtains and maintains documentation of current written authorization for emergency medical care for all children in care. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response." Correct by 08/12/2025
2.219.B.2 · Correction due September 10, 2025
In a review of 10 child files, 7 files were found to be missing updated annual health statements signed by a health care provider.
Required correction: Provide a written statement of compliance ensuring all student files have a current health statement signed and dated by a health care provider per the above guidelines. Correct by 09/10/2025
2.219.B.1 · Correction due August 12, 2025
Reviewed 10 child files and observed one file to be lacking appropriate documentation of school required immunizations on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization.
Required correction: immediately (8/12/25) ensure child files have documentation of school required immunizations on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or an "approved alternate" Certificate of Immunization. Correct by 08/12/2025
2.218.E · Correction due August 12, 2025
Observed one child in the early Toddler 2 classroom to not be walking independently and to be missing a written statement from a health care provider confirming that care for the child is appropriate in the toddler program.
Required correction: Immediately (8/12/25) ensure that a written statement from a health care provider confirming that care for the child is appropriate in the toddler program is provided and placed in the child's file. Provide a written statement of compliance to the licensing specialist upon receipt of the written statement. Correct by 08/12/2025
Supervisory visit · August 19, 2024
2.237.H · Correction due August 19, 2024
Electrical outlets in the Early Toddler 2 classroom (agains the back wall) and the gross motor classroom (along the wall near the ramp) were observed to be missing protective covers.
Required correction: In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers or safety outlets must be installed. Correct immediately. Teachers corrected at time of visit by installing outlet covers. No further response is required. Correct by 08/19/2024
2.212.G
In a review of 22 staff files, three staff members (Joseline C. Alex H, and Anabelle) were found to be missing a current self-reported health history.
2.120.C.1.a · Correction due August 19, 2024
In a review of 22 staff files, 4 staff members (Mara, Nesley, Jayla & Annabelle) were found to be missing documentation of current TRAILS background checks.
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 Mara, Nesley, Jayla, and Annabelle have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (TRAILS) for staff members Mara, Nesley, Jayla & Anabelle with written response to Specialist. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Dve1uqcQzgGrgXcupoW8iFTY40EXqRXVguaJ-UI4iko/edit#slide=id.g13ed17175 94_3_0 Correct by 08/19/2024
In a review of 22 staff files, three staff A.A. H. & Jennifer G.) were found to be missing updated TRAILS
2.121.D.5 · Correction due August 19, 2024
In a review of 22 staff files, three staff (Asli & Alex H, and Jennifer G.) were found to be missing updated FBI criminal record check clearance letters after five years following the initial clearance date.
Required correction: Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Asli, Alex H. and Jennifer G. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (FBI) for staff members Asli and Jennifer G. with written response to Specialist. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Dve1uqcQzgGrgXcupoW8iFTY40EXqRXVguaJ-UI4iko/edit#slide=id.g13ed17175 94_3_0 Correct by 08/19/2024
2.121.D.4.a · Correction due August 19, 2024
In a review of 22 staff files, criminal background checks were found to be missing for five staff members. Michael, Jayla, Kaitlyn, Anabelle and Kearstyn were missing CBI clearance letters and Michael, Jayla, Kaitlyn and Anabelle were missing FBI clearance letters.
Required correction: Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members Michael, Jayla, Kaitlyn, Anabelle and Kearstyn have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of (CBI & FBI) for staff members Michael, Jayla, Kaitlyn, Anabelle, and Kearstyn with written response to Specialist. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Dve1uqcQzgGrgXcupoW8iFTY40EXqRXVguaJ-UI4iko/edit#slide=id.g13ed17175 94_3_0 Correct by 08/19/2024
2.229.C · Correction due August 19, 2024
In the Preschool 2 classroom, a bottle of clorox, a box of Borax and dish soap all labeled "keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children in an unlocked cupboard under the sink.
Required correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. Teacher corrected at time of visit by securing a lock on the cupboard door. No further response required. Correct by 08/19/2024
2.213.G
In a review of 22 staff files, Taiz, Aasa, and Anabelle B. were found to be missing current Department-approved trainings in child abuse prevention.
2.213.B · Correction due August 19, 2024
In a review of 22 staff files, Taiza A., Jayla T., Aasa M, and Joseline C were found to be missing documentation of a Department-approved standard precautions training.
Required correction: All employees must be trained using a Department-approved standard precautions training. This training must be renewed annually. Correct immediately. Submit written verification to licensing specialist that the training was completed and place certifications in the staff file for T.J. T., Aasa M. and Joseline C. Correct by 08/19/2024
2.213.F · Correction due September 18, 2024
In a review of 22 staff files, five staff members (Jayla T. and Kaitlyn B) were found to be without current CPR certification and also missing documentation of a current Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module.
Required correction: All employees without current CPR certificaton must be trained using a Department-approved Frist Aid and CPR module. Submit written verification to licensing specialist that the training was completed and place certifications in the staff file Jayla T. & Kaitlyn B. Correct by 09/18/2024
2.213.C
In a review of 22 staff files, one staff member (Anabelle B) were found to be missing documentation of current Infant Safe Sleep training.
2.213.D · Correction due August 19, 2024
In a review of 22 staff files, Jayla T was found to be missing current department-approved training for shaken baby / abusive head trauma.
Required correction: Staff working with infants less than 3 years old must complete a Department-approved shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than 3 years of age. Correct immediately. Submit written verification to licensing specialist that staff have completed the training and place certification documents in the file for Jayla T. Correct by 08/19/2024
2.219.B.2
In a review of 16 staff files, 5 children were found to be missing current health statements.
Individual employees are shown by initials. The state’s report, linked above, names them in full.
Complaint · January 29, 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.
Supervisory visit · September 18, 2023
7.702.71.C · Correction due September 18, 2023
The following items to be accessible to children and labeled "keep out of reach of children": Early Toddler 2 and hallway; Hand Sanitizer. The following items to be accessible to children that are considered hazardous: In Early Toddler 2; Adult scissors and knife in drawer.
Required correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately. **CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, staff moved the hand sanitizer to a higher shelf, 09/18/2023. No written response is necessary for this violation. Knife and Adult Scissors; Hazardous items must not be accessible to children. Correct immediately. Document compliance to the Licensing Specialist with the written response. **CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, staff locked knife and adult scissors in drawer, 09/18/2023. No written response is necessary for this violation. Correct by 09/18/2023
7.702.91.H
Electrical outlets to be accessible to children and to be missing protective covers in the following areas: Preschool 1- Bathroom 1.
7.702.34.A.7 · Correction due September 18, 2023
1 of 10 children files reviewed to have an expired authorization for emergency medical care form.
Required correction: Obtain an authorization for emergency medical care form for all children enrolled and update annually. Correct immediately. Document future compliance with the written response. Correct by 09/18/2023
7.702.51.A.2.b · Correction due October 18, 2023
6 of 10 children files reviewed to have expired documentation of a health statement.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of current health statement and add to child's file. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 10/18/2023
7 of 33 staff files to have an expired certificate of the standard precautions training course for the following individuals:
Khanitta (Director), Angel (Assistant Director), Asli (ECT), to have an expired safe sleep training certificate.
7.702.42.G
6 of 33 staff files to have an expired certificate of the Department approved training about child abuse prevention for the following individuals: KHANITTA, ANGEL, BALENTINA, MELISSA
Required correction: All providers and staff must complete the Department approved training about child abuse prevention and
7.702.42.H · Correction due October 18, 2023
1 of 33 staff files reviewed to be missing documentation of the Introduction of the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training course for the following staff members: EMILY
Required correction: All staff must complete the Introduction to Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training course. Complete course and add training certificate to staff file. Send a copy of the training certificates for the staff mentioned above to the Licensing Specialist. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 10/18/2023
7.702.42.I · Correction due October 18, 2023
1 of 33 staff files reviewed to be missing documentation of the Recognizing the impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training course for the following staff members: EMILY
Required correction: All staff must complete the Recognizing the impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training course. Complete course and add to staff file. Send a copy of the training certificates for staff mentioned above to the Licensing Specialist. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 10/18/2023
7.702.42.J · Correction due October 18, 2023
1 of 33 staff files reviewed to be missing documentation of the Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training course for the following staff members: ANGEL M. (Assistant Drirector)
Required correction: All Directors and Assistant Directors must complete the Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training course. Complete course and add to staff file. Send a copy of the training certificates for the staff mentioned above to the Licensing Specialist. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 10/18/2023
7.702.42.K · Correction due October 18, 2023
1 of 33 staff files reviewed to be missing documentation of the Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation training course for the following staff members: ANGEL M. (Assistant Director)
Required correction: All Directors and Assistant Directors must complete the Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation training course. Complete course and add to staff file. Send a copy of the training certificates for staff mentioned above to the Licensing Specialist. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 10/18/2023
Staff members MICHAEL T., ARIEL M., KEARSTYN F., MICHELLE V. all working in classrooms with children at time of inspection. Reviewed 33 staff files and observed no documentation of FBI or CBI clearance letters for MICHAEL T., ARIEL M., KEARSTYN F.,
Required correction: Staff who have access to children must successfully complete all required background checks. Correct
7.701.33.J.1.a.b.c · Correction due September 18, 2023
Through file review that the following staff have resided outside of Colorado within the past five years and do not have out of state clearance letters or out of state background checklist: JULISSA R.
Required correction: Obtain out of state clearance letters and keep out of state checklist in staff file. Correct immediately. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that the staff members named above have reviewed the video within 24 hours. Send a copy of the missing clearance letter/checklist to the Licensing Specialist with the written response. Correct by 09/18/2023
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