Colorado Department of Early Childhood cited something at 3 of the 4 visits below. Across Denver home daycares it cites something at about 57% of visits. Each state decides what gets written up, so this compares Denver with Denver and never with another state.
Not yet reported: ages served, hours, days / week, schedule, holiday closures.
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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.
Original Change of Location/Type visit · July 13, 2026
2.217.C.1.a · Correction due August 13, 2026
reviewed facility file and identified trhough director/ owner that they have no nurse consultant hire at this time.
Required correction: Center must have monthly nurse consultation with a current department approved child care consiltant add to file and send written verification to specialist with response. Correct by 08/13/2026 Document ID: 244a617c2a3c1e50da27d381825b7ff82abc88f641837c336bf23db217b29333
2.212.J · Correction due August 13, 2026
reviewed staff files and observed all 3 to be missing statement that they have read the policies and procedures of the facility.
Required correction: Prior to working with children each staff must have read and be instructed in the policies and procedures of the center add to file and send written verification to specialist with response. Correct by 08/13/2026
2.212.J.1.a · Correction due August 13, 2026
reviewed 3 staff files and observed Saff 1 to be missing CBI and FBI clearance letter . Staff 2 to to be missing CBI clearance letter and staff 3 to be missing CBI and FBI clearance letter. They are currently not working directly with children.
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 have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI, FBI, TRAILS, Or Out of State background check, Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 08/13/2026
2.212.K
reviewed staff files and observed all 3 to be missing statement that they have read the rules and regulations.
2.212.N · Correction due August 13, 2026
reviewed staff files and observed all 3 to be missing statement that they have read the center policies and procedures for medical administration.
Required correction: Ech staff must read and be trainined in the policies and procedures for adminitrating medications add to file and send written verification to specialist with response. Correct by 08/13/2026
2.214.A · Correction due August 13, 2026
reviewed Staff 1/ Director file and observed them missing director qualification letter issued by Deparmtent.
Required correction: Obtain large center director letter and add to file and send written verification to specialist with response. Correct by 08/13/2026
2.216.B.1.c.1 · Correction due August 13, 2026
reviewed 3 staff files and observed all 3 t be missing infant toddler 8 orientation.
Required correction: Prior to working with children all staff must complete 8 hours of orientation in the infant and toddler room add to file and send written verification to specialist with response. Correct by 08/13/2026 Document ID: 244a617c2a3c1e50da27d381825b7ff82abc88f641837c336bf23db217b29333
Supervisory visit · January 30, 2025
2.312.C · Correction due January 30, 2025
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Myriam's file to be missing current documentation of completion of Department-approved Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved Standard Precautions training for Provider and update annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 01/30/2025
2.120.C.1.a
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Anahi's file (DOH: 11/2023) to be missing TRAILS clearance letter.
2.312.F · Correction due January 30, 2025
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Anahi's file to be missing documentation of completion of Pre-Service (BUilding and Physical Premises Safety) training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Pre-Service (BUilding and Physical Premises Safety) training for all staff, prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 01/30/2025
2.312.J · Correction due March 1, 2025
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Myriam's file to be missing current documentation of completion of CDPHE immunization training, expired as of 3/17/24.
Required correction: Obtain current documentation of completion of CDPHE immunization training for Provider and update annually. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 03/01/2025
2.312.K · Correction due March 1, 2025
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Anahi's file to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved Playground Safety for Homes training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved Playground Safety for Homes training for all staff within 30 days of date of hire. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 03/01/2025
2.312.M · Correction due March 1, 2025
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Myriam's file to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved Introduction to Early Intervention training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved Introduction to Early Intervention training for Provider and staff within 90 days of date of hire. . Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 03/01/2025
2.312.P
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Myriam and Anahi's files to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved Injury Prevention for Homes training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved Injury Prevention for Homes training for Provider
2.311.A.13.a · Correction due March 1, 2025
Reviewed Provider Myriam and Assistant Anahi's files and observed Anahi's file (DOH: 11/2023) to be missing documentation of health statement.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of health statement for all staff within 30 days of date of hire. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 03/01/2025
2.121.D.4.a · Correction due January 30, 2025
Identified through Provider statement that Assistant Anahi (DOH: 11/2023), present at the time of inspection, has not completed the fingerprint-based background checks.
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 (via email) that Assistant Anahi has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of CBI and FBI clearance letters for Anahi with written response to Specialist by .3/1/25. Correct by 01/30/2025
2.138.A
Identified through Provider statement that a drill log was not available for review by Specialists.
2.336.C.1 · Correction due January 30, 2025
The following hazards were observed: - Bedroom1 in basement: loose cords to air conditioning unit, phone chanrger, etc., all greater than 18" in length; - Bathroom in Basement in unsecured cabinet under the sink: 3 bottles of Nair; 1 bottle Lysol disinfecting cleaner; - Bedroom 2 in Basement: several bottles of perfume; - Open area next to kitchen in Basement: loose cords to Christmas tree, etc.; 1 pair adult scissors - Kitchen in Basement in unsecured drawer/cabinet: large cooking knife; glass cleaner; - In main floorLliving Room:3 loose cords from television to outlet, greater than 18" in length - In Bedroom 1 on 2nd Floor: 1 bottle Jergens lotion, etc.; - In Bathroom on 2nd Floor: bic lighter; 1 pack of Kirkland; 1 aerosol air freshener, etc.; 1 bottle Jergen's lotion and 1 bottle Cetaphil, etc. These items were accessible to children/labeled 'Keep out of reach of children', posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Keep all hazardous items and items labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with statement of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 01/30/2025
In unsecured drawer in Basement Kitchen, observed 2 bottles of Nyquil, 1 bottle of Dayquil, Equate pain reliever, ibuprofen, Excedrin and PeptoBismol. In Bedroom 2 on 2nd floor, observed bottle of melatonin and gummy vitamins on nightstand. These items were accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.
2.336.C.2 · Correction due January 30, 2025
In Bedroom 3 on 2nd floor, observed non-safety outlet to not be covered and was accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Keep all electrical outlets inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit - Provider covered all outlets making them inaccessible to children on 1/30/25.** No response required. Correct by 01/30/2025
2.337.D.2 · Correction due January 30, 2025
In backyard play area, observed a propane tank to be connected to grill and a semi-coiled hose resting on the ground; these items were accessible to children, posing a potential tripping hazard.
Required correction: Keep all outdoor areas accessible to children safe and free from hazards. **Corrected at time of visit - Provider stored items inaccessible to children on 1/30/25.** No response required. Correct by 01/30/2025
2.321.A.5
Reviewed 7 child files and observed CH2 and CH5's files to be missing health statement.
2.321.A.2.c · Correction due January 30, 2025
Reviewed 7 child files and observed CH1's file to be missing documentation of immunization status on approved form and CH7's file to be missing documentation of immunization or exemption status.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of immunization or exemption status on approved form for all children at the time of admission. Correct immediately and respond with statement of compliance by 3/1/25. Correct by 01/30/2025
2.320.A.7
Reviewed 7 child files and observed CH2's file to be missing current authorization for emergency medical care, signed and dated by parent/guardian, expired as of 6/28/24.
Supervisory visit · February 21, 2024
2.121.D.5 · Correction due February 21, 2024
Reviewed Provider files and observed provider and spouse to have expired FBI background checks.
Required correction: Provider must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification the provider reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Notify Licensing Specialist in writing once the resident has completed the fingerprinting process. Correct immediately Correct by 02/21/2024
7.707.71.B.1 · Correction due February 21, 2024
Reviewed 11 children's files and observed CH3, CH4, CH8, and CH11 to have expired written authorization to arrange for emergency medical treatment.
Required correction: Obtain updated written authorization to arrange for emergency medical treatment for all children. Correct immediately. Correct by 02/21/2024
7.707.71.A.2 · Correction due March 21, 2024
Reviewed 11 children's files and obseved CH 7 to be missing a health statement and CH 11 to have expired health statement.
Required correction: Obtain updated health statements for all children. Correct by 03/21/2024
7.707.923.B · Correction due February 21, 2024
Observed an unplugged outlet cover in the playroom.
Required correction: All electrical outlets must have have protective covers. Correct immediately. Corrected at teh time of inspection. Provder put outlet cover on outlet. No response is necessary. Correct by 02/21/2024
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.
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