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 · August 19, 2026
2.219.B.1 · Correction due August 19, 2026
Reviewed 2 child files and identified 1 child lacking verification of immunization status or exemption.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all children in care have documentation of school-required immunization status or certificate of medical or nonmedical exemption is provided prior to or on the first day of admission. Document correction in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.230.C.3.c · Correction due August 19, 2026
Child-size chair and several plastic toys within 6' use zone surrounding slide.
Required correction: Immediately ensure preschool climbing equipment has at least a 6' use zone surrounding the equipment. Corrected at the time of visit. Plastic toys and child-size chair were moved outside of 6' use zone. Document plan of compliance in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.138.A · Correction due August 19, 2026
Reviewed past 12 months of emergency drills and identified lockdown/active shooter drill was not documented at least quarterly with one drill held on 3/27/26 and the next held 7/2/26.
Required correction: Immediately ensure emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Document plan of compliance in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.223.A.2
Reviewed name-to-face transition record and identified it noted set times to verify attendance, however each transition from inside to outside were not being documented.
Required correction: Immediately ensure staff members complete written verification of transitions. Document correction in written
2.229.L · Correction due August 19, 2026
Dried pasta, small enough to fit in a choke tube, in sensory table accessible to children less than 3 years of age, posing potential choking hazards.
Required correction: Immediately ensure toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment and materials accessible to children less than 3 years of age do not pose a choke or inhalation hazard. Corrected at the time of visit. Dried pasta was removed from classroom area and made inaccessible to children less than 3 years of age. Document plan of compliance in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.213.N · Correction due August 19, 2026
Reviewed file for staff who is responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of immunization records and identified Immunization Training was expired (exp. 8/2/26).
Required correction: Immediately ensure Immunization Training is renewed annually for staff who is responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of immunization records. Document correction in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.213.B
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 2 staff lacking verification of annual exposure control plan review as part of Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff complete Department-approved Standard Precautions training, including review of
2.213.G · Correction due August 19, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 1 staff (SM2) lacking current Department-approved Child Abuse Prevention training (exp. 9/22/25).
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff complete Department-approved Child Abuse Prevention training prior to working with children and renew annually. Document correction in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.217.A.9 · Correction due August 19, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified all lacking verification of annual delegation maintained in staff files.
Required correction: Immediately ensure at least 1 staff member with current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation are on duty at all times. Document correction in written response. Correct by 08/19/2026
2.212.G
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 1 staff (SM3) lacking health statement within 30 days of employment (date of hire 5/20/26).
Supervisory visit · September 22, 2025
2.133.B · Correction due September 22, 2025
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 3 staff lacking verification staff have been trained in the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff are trained on the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms. Correct by 09/22/2025
2.213.B · Correction due September 22, 2025
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified SM1 with expired Department-approved Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff complete Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children and review annually. Correct by 09/22/2025
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified SM1 with expired Department-approved mandated abuse reporter training.
2.223.A.2 · Correction due September 22, 2025
Reviewed daily name-to-face attendance sheet and identified written verification of transitions was not documented for children going between inside and outside at the time of visit.
Required correction: Immediately ensure written verification of attendance is completed during transitions. Correct by 09/22/2025
Supervisory visit · September 18, 2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due September 18, 2024
Written attendance verification for transition from inside to outside was not completed and documented on the date of visit. Identified through staff statement that written attendance records are not being maintained.
Required correction: Immediately ensure staff complete written attendance verification during transitions and record of documented transitions is maintained with children's daily attendance records. Correct by 09/18/2024
2.208.A.2 · Correction due September 18, 2024
Identified facility does not maintain an accurate staffing pattern to verify what staff are with each group of children throughout the day and when breaks are taken.
Required correction: Immediately ensure an accurate staffing patterns is maintained and available for review at the center. Correct by 09/18/2024
2.216.A.1 · Correction due September 18, 2024
Teddy lacking documentation of Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) qualifications at the time of visit and asssigned as an ECT.
Required correction: Immediately ensure verification of qualifications is maintained in staff file. Submit verification of ECT qualifications for Teddy with written response. Correct by 09/18/2024
2.230.B · Correction due September 18, 2024
Splintering wood benches on playground, small nail protruding near front bulletin board, and several ripped/torn nap mats without easily cleanable surface, posing potential safety hazards.
Required correction: Immediately ensure indoor and outdoor equipment materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct by 09/18/2024
2.120.I · Correction due September 18, 2024
Reviewed 2 staff files and identified Teddy lacking TRAILS clearance letter completed within the past 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 Teddy has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for Teddy with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 09/18/2024
Reviewed 2 child files and identified 1 child with an enrollment record that had not been updated within the
2.209.A.7 · Correction due September 18, 2024
Reviewed 2 child files and identified 1 child with an expired emergency medical release.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all children in care have a dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). Correct by 09/18/2024
2.217.A.9 · Correction due September 18, 2024
Crissy was the only individual with medication administration training at the time of visit and lacking dated annual delegation maintained in staff file.
Required correction: Immediately ensure there is at least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times. Correct by 09/18/2024
2.213.B
Reviewed 2 staff files and identified both lacking verificaiton of annual exposure control plan review maintained with Standard Precautions training.
2.213.N · Correction due October 18, 2024
Crissy with expired immunization training and responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records.
Required correction: Ensure within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and annually, all staff responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course. Correct by 10/18/2024
2.217.C.9 · Correction due October 18, 2024
Reviewed CCHC file and identified mandated reporter training was expired.
Required correction: Ensure CCHC completes the Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse or neglect. This training must be completed within thirty (30) days of hire and renewed every three (3) years. Correct by 10/18/2024
2.226.C.1
Reviewed walking field trip permissions for children in care and identified they are lacking the specific location, date(s), and time(s) the walks will take place.
2.206.B.18 · Correction due October 18, 2024
Reviewed parent handbook and identified it lacking procedure for caring for children who arrive late to the center and their class/group is away from the center on a field trip or excursion.
Required correction: Ensure the written policies and procedures are updated to include the procedure for caring for children who arrive late to the center and their class/group is away from the center on a field trip or excursion. Submit updated parent handbook with written response. Correct by 10/18/2024
2.206.B.13 · Correction due October 18, 2024
Reviewed parent handbook and identified it lacking procedure for governing field trips.
Required correction: Ensure the written policies and procedures are updated to include the procedure for governing field trips, including staff responsibility for the supervision of children and parent/guardian sign updated handbook acknowledgment. Submit updated parent handbook with written response. Correct by 10/18/2024
2.137.A
Reviewed emergency plan and identified it lacking plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency or disaster.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all child care providers must have a written plan for continuity of operations in the
2.229.H · Correction due September 18, 2024
Metal rake in unlocked storage shed and accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately ensure sharp tools and instruments are stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit. Shed was locked and made inaccessible to children. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 09/18/2024
Supervisory visit · October 10, 2023
7.702.5.C.3 · Correction due October 10, 2023
Medication indicated on individual health care plan for child in care and facility lacking medication available to staff if needed.
Required correction: Immediately ensure for a child with special health care needs requiring intervention and/or medication, the center must obtain written instructions for providing services from the child's parent(s)/guardian(s), and the health care provider. If an existing individualized health care plan is provided for the child, it must be reviewed and followed by the center staff when caring for the child. If the child does not have an existing individualized health care plan, the individualized health care plan must be obtained by the child’s first day of care. Document correction in written response. Correct by 10/10/2023
Newly installed slide and platform with multiple gaps between 3.5"-9", posing potential entrapment hazards.
7.702.72.C.1.a · Correction due October 10, 2023
Climbing structure and slide with fall height over 18" with approximately 1-3" resilient material (pea gravel) in some areas of the 6' use zone surrounding the equipment.
Required correction: Immediately ensure 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. Document correction in written response. Correct by 10/10/2023
7.702.62.A.2 · Correction due October 10, 2023
Identified through staff statement that there were 10 children in care but observed 11 children signed into the program.
Required correction: Immediately ensure attendance verification is completed periodically throughout the day. Document correction in written response. Correct by 10/10/2023
Expired emergency medication for child who is no longer in care.
Correction due October 10, 2023
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified Flavia lacking verification of TRAILS clearance letter or verification it has been submitted.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Flavia has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Flavia with written response to Specialist. Correct by 10/10/2023
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified Crissy lacking verification of TRAILS clearance letter completed within the past 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 Crissy has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit
7.701.33.J.1.a.b.c · Correction due October 10, 2023
Reviewed 3 staff files and identified Flavia lived outside of Colorado in the past 5 years and lacking verification of final out-of-state 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 Flavia has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of out-of-state background check clearance letter for Flavia with written response to Specialist. Correct by 10/10/2023
7.702.34.A.7 · Correction due October 10, 2023
Reviewed 2 child files and identified 1 lacking emergency medical authorization.
Required correction: Immediately ensure the admission record must include a dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). Document correction in written response. Correct by 10/10/2023
7.702.51.A.2.a
Reviewed 2 child files and identified 1 child with a certificate of immunization on non-approved form.
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 13, 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.
The department publishes a report for each of these visits. Shortlist has not read those reports yet, so this page shows when the state came and not what it found.
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All checked July 2026.
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