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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 · October 16, 2024
2.237.H · Correction due October 16, 2024
Observed 3 outlets in the pre-k classroom lacking a protective cover and accessible to children.
Required correction: In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers. ***Corrected at the time of inspection. Director covered outlets. No response required. Correct by 10/16/2024
2.229.L · Correction due October 16, 2024
Observed google eyes on an art project on the wall in the Toddler 2 classroom accessible to children under 3. Observed cotton balls on an art project in the entryway of the facility accessible to children under 3.
Required correction: Toys, toy parts, and any materials accessible to children under the age of 3 must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. ***Corrected at the time of inspection. Director removed projects from areas used by children under the age of 3. No response required. Correct by 10/16/2024
2.220.A · Correction due October 16, 2024
Observed an expired inhaler medication in the Pre-k classroom.
Required correction: Any unexpired routine medication must be administered with written order. All medications and their health care plans must be current. Correct by 10/16/2024
Complaint · May 3, 2024
Founded
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Supervisory visit · November 16, 2023
7.702.91.D · Correction due November 16, 2023
Observed cord longer than 18" plugged into an outlet next to a storage cabinet in the main entry way. This cord was accessible to children, posing a potential strangulation hazard.
Required correction: Keep all hazardous items inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit- cord was stored inaccessible to children on 11/16/23.** No response required Correct by 11/16/2023
7.702.91.K · Correction due November 16, 2023
Kitchen was observed to be accessible to children.
Required correction: Kitchen must be kept inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with statement ofcompliance by 11/23/23. Correct by 11/16/2023
7.702.71.M
In Pre-K room observed plastic plant pot with glass beadsand dirt inside with children under the age of 5 years in care.
Correction due November 16, 2023
In Pre-K classroom, observed the posted capacity to be 31. The actual license capacity is 30.
Required correction: Post correct license capacity in all classrooms used for the care of children. **Corrected at time of visit- Director posted correct capacity in Pre-K classroom on 11/16/23.** No response required. Correct by 11/16/2023
7.702.71.C · Correction due November 16, 2023
Observed Purell hand sanitizer on the front desk at the main entrance which was accessible to children and labled "keep out of reach of children", posing a potentail saftey hazard.
Required correction: Keep all items labled "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit- itemwas stored inaccessible to children on 11/16/23.** No response required. Correct by 11/16/2023
The following outoor hazards were observed: On Toddler 1 playground: - Depression in sloped ground toward fence, approximately 6"W x 6"L x 4"D; - Loose plastic landscape edging; - Sharp/rugged edges on wood beams/posts; On Toddler 2 playground: - Uncoiled black rubber hose on ground;
7.701.33.A.1
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed Assistant Director Kim (11/18/22) and ECT Emily's (11/18/22) files to be missing CBI and FBI clearance letters.
7.702.42.A · Correction due November 16, 2023
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed Esperanza's (10/18/23) file to be missing documentation of completion of Pre-Service (Building and Physical Premises Saftey) training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Pre-Service (Building and Physical Premises Saftey) training for all staff prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 11/23/23. Correct by 11/16/2023
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed Assistant Director Kim (11/18/22) and ECT Emily's (11/18/22) files to be missing TRAILS clearance letters.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that Kim and Emily have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letters for Kim and Emily with written response to
7.701.33.J.1.a.b.c · Correction due November 16, 2023
Reviewed 11 staff files and observed ECT Yehri's file (DOH 5/11/23) to be missing Out-of-state checklist/clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that Yehri has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out-of-State checklist/clearance letter for Yehri with written response to Specialist by 11/23/23. Correct by 11/16/2023
Complaint
Correction due May 3, 2024
Observed a canister of Clorox wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on top of the toilet paper dispenser in the bathroom in the pre-k classroom accessible to children. Violätion of: 2.229.C Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. *Corrected at the time of inspection. Assistant Director removed wipes from classroom. No response required. Correct by 05/03/2024
Required correction: Items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. *Corrected at the time of inspection. Assistant Director removed wipes from classroom. No response required. Correct by 05/03/2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due May 3, 2024
Observed the Toddler 1 classroom's attendance verification sheet and observed they were not completing the transitions correctly. Staff are checking off students prior to the transition being completed.
Required correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day and during transitions. Correct by 05/03/2024
Licensing visit
2.219.B.2 · Correction due October 30, 2025
Reviewed 6 child files and observed 1 file lacking a doctor's signature on their health statement.
Required correction: The statement of the child's current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider. Correct by 10/30/2025
2.229.L · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed in the Preschool room small sea shells in an unlocked drawer and cotton balls in an open cabinet. Observed in the Toddler 1 room an art project hanging on the wall with small straw pieces and cotton balls. All items were accessible to children under the age of 3
Required correction: Toys and materials accessible to children under the age of 3 must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled.***Corrected at the time of inspection. Program Director removed choke hazard materials from Preschool and Toddler 1 classroom. No response required. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.220.A · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed an expired emergency medication in the Pre-K classroom. Medication with an expiration date of 1/29/25.
Required correction: Ensure all on site medication is unexpired with a current written order from health care provider. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.220.G.2 · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed a child in the Preschool classroom with an emergency medication outside on the playground while medication was in the classroom.
Required correction: When away from the classroom, staff assigned to supervise the child must carry the emergency medication.***Corrected at the time of inspection. Staff brought the medication to the playground where child was located. No response required. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.223.A.2 · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed the Infant and Transition room with the incorrect attendance recorded. The Infant room had 5 children signed in, with 4 children present. The transition room had 3 children signed in, with 4 children present. Observed
Required correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.213.G · Correction due September 30, 2025
Reviewed 10 staff files and observed 1 staff file with an expired child and abuse training. Training was expired as of 9/25/2025.
Required correction: All employees and regular volunteers must be trained in a deprtment approved training for child abuse and neglect within 30 days of employment or before the expiration date. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.230.A · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed a stuffed animal labeled 3 and up in the Toddler 1 room accessible to children under the age of 3.
Required correction: Materials must be appropriate for children's age. *** Corrected at the time of inspection. Director removed item from classroom. No response required. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.230.B · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed a soft climbing block with torn edges on the Toddler 1 playground and classroom.
Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. ** *Corrected at the time of inspection.
2.237 · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed an unlocked closet containing cleaning solutions accessible to children in the Toddler 1 room. Observed a sanitizer bottle in the Toddler 2 classroom hanging on a low shelf in the bathroom accessible to children.
Required correction: Cleaning compounds must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.230.C.8 · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed netting in the sandbox exposed and tom posing a potential tripping hazard on the Toddler Playground
Required correction: All outdoor play areas used for children must be checked daily and kept safe to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents. Correct by 09/30/2025
2.127 · Correction due September 30, 2025
Observed the Transition room to be lacking a posting of current capacity and staff-to-child ratio.
Required correction: All Facilities must post in every room, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation. Correct by 09/30/2025
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