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 · May 20, 2026
2.223.A.1 · Correction due May 20, 2026
A preschool age child left the licensed classroom unnoticed by staff and entered the back office area where LS was working, being out of the direct supervision of staff for less than (1) minute.
Required correction: Ensure all children are under the direct supervision of a qualified staff member who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise, at all times. ***Corrected at the time of visit. Realizing the child had left the group, the Director came to the back office area and returned the child to the licensed classroom, under the direct supervision of staff. Document plan of ongoing compliance with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3), who has a hire date of 8/1/2024, lacking documentation of a Trails background check request having been submitted and a Trails background check clearance
2.213.I · Correction due June 19, 2026
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3) who has a hire date of 8/1/2024, lacking documentation of a completed training certificate for Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals.
Required correction: Ensure all staff complete the Department-approved training, "Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals" within (90) days of employment, to include Staff Member (3). Document correction in written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/19/2026
2.213.H
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3) who has a hire date of 8/1/2024, lacking documentation of a completed training certificate for the Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs.
2.213.F · Correction due June 19, 2026
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (3), who has a hire date of 8/1/2024 and is not required to be certified in First Aid and CPR training, lacking documentation of the First Aid and CPR module training.
Required correction: Ensure all staff who are not required to be certified in First Aid and CPR training complete the Department-approved, "Introduction to First Aid and CPR" module training, within (30) days of employment, to include Staff Member (3). Submit documentation of completed CPR and First Aid module training or CPR and First Aid certification for Staff Member (3) with written response to Specialist. Correct by 06/19/2026
2.121.D.5 · Correction due May 20, 2026
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (1), who has a hire date of 8/1/2020, lacking documentation of a renewed FBI clearance letter obtained prior to (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter (8/27/2020).
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 an updated FBI background check Clearance Letter for Staff Member (1), along with a statement of ongoing compliance, with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
2.213.E · Correction due May 20, 2026
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who was working alone with children at the time of the inspection, lacking documentation of a current First Aid and CPR training certification.
Required correction: Ensure that for every thirty (30) or fewer children in attendance, there is at least one (1) staff member on duty who holds a current Department-approved First Aid and Safety Certificate (including CPR for all ages of children) and is responsible for administering First Aid and CPR to children. Submit documentation of completion of a Department-approved First Aid and CPR training certificate for Staff Member (2), along with a statement of ongoing compliance, with written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
2.213.G · Correction due May 20, 2026
Reviewed (3) staff files and observed Staff Member (2), who has a hire date of 7/12/2021, to have a Child Abuse Prevention training that expired on 8/22/2024.
Required correction: Ensure all staff complete a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention, prior to working with children and annually thereafter, to include Staff Member (2). Document correction in written response to Specialist. Correct by 05/20/2026
Supervisory visit · June 30, 2025
2.219.B.1 · Correction due July 30, 2025
Reviewed 2 child files and observed 2 files with immunizations not recorded on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization.
Required correction: Provide a written statement of compliance ensuring all child files contain 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 07/30/2025
2.230.C.3.c · Correction due June 30, 2025
A free standing slide on the preschool playground, measuring over 18" in height and lacking a 6' use zone extending from the base of the slide.
Required correction: Director immediately moved the slide to an area on the playground that allows for a 6' use zone extending from the base of the slide. NO RESPONSE NEEDED. Correct by 06/30/2025
Supervisory visit · July 24, 2024
2.120.I · Correction due July 24, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Wendy C. lacking an updated TRAILS clearance letter obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current 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 Wendy C. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Wendy C. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 07/24/2024
2.121.D.5
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed Wendy C. lacking an updated FBI clearance letter obtained prior to 5 years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
2.138.A · Correction due July 24, 2024
Reviewed program's files and observed program lacking documentation of fire drills conducted during the months of June and July 2024, and lacking documentation of tornado drills conducted during the months of March through July 2024.
Required correction: Immediately (7/24/2024) ensure that all drills are conducted and documented with the above listed information. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 07/24/2024
2.217.C.3 · Correction due August 21, 2024
Reviewed program's files and observed program lacking documentation of Child Care Health Consultant monthly consultation notes for the month of November 2023.
Required correction: Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response ensuring Child Care Health Consultant visits are conducted and recorded monthly. Correct by 08/21/2024
Reviewed classroom postings and observed the Library multipurpose space lacking the required room
Supervisory visit · September 13, 2023
Correction due September 13, 2023
Program lacking a separate licensed capacity for the cozy area room.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all areas used by children is approved and licensed with a licensed capacity by Department. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.72.C.3.d · Correction due September 13, 2023
The sensory swings lacking the adequate use zone extending from both the front and back of the swings.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all sensory swings are made inaccessible to children and all approved swings have the approved use zone. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.35.A · Correction due September 13, 2023
Program lacking documentation of a complete file for Andrea C. to include hire date, address, birth date, emergency contacts, immunizations, perjury statement, Child Abuse reporting, medical health statement and all required trainings.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) obtain and maintain documentation of a complete file that includes the above listed items for all staff to include the above listed staff. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.46.A.7 · Correction due September 13, 2023
An unqualified teacher, Myriam J. supervising a group of children.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that there is at least 1 qualified Early Childhood Teacher supervising each group of children. Provide a written plan of action along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.46.C.1.a · Correction due September 13, 2023
Program's failure to have monthly consultations with a current Department approved Child Care Health consultant.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the program has monthly consultations with a current Department approved CCHC. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
The director and teachers unaware of how many children are in attendance when asked by Licensing and
7.702.71.C · Correction due September 13, 2023
Hand sanitizer, dawn liquid soap shaving cream and hand soap on the kitchen counter and hand sanitizers on a shelf near the front entry door that was accessible to children.
Required correction: The hand sanitizers near the front entry door were immediately (09/13/2023) removed by the director at the time of the inspection. Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all items that state "keep out of the reach of children are inaccessible to children at all times. Provide a written statment of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.71.M · Correction due September 13, 2023
A glass heart candle holder on a children's table accessible to children.
Required correction: The director immediately (09/13/2023) removed the glass candle holder at the time of the inspection. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.72.B
Torn and fraying books, torn cloth shading covering the children's outdoor play house, 2 non commercial use sensory swings on the outdoor play area hanging from a tree branch and a piece of the playground equipment; bicycle wheels used as guardrails on the climbing equipment platform.
Correction due September 14, 2023
Program lacking documentation of the TRAILS clearance or documentation for the request for TRAILS clearance for Andrea Castano.
Required correction: Within 24 hours (09/13/2023) provide documentation of the TRAILS clearance letter or documentation of the request for TRAILS clearance for the above listed staff. Also ensure that all staff review the BIU Colorado Background Check Powerpoint presentation. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/14/2023
7.702.72.C.7 · Correction due September 13, 2023
The swing's S hooks on the outdoor playground not secured and creating a potential strangulation hazard. This violation was previously cited on 09/20/2022
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that all Swing S hooks are secured. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.91.F
Accessible stove lacking safety knob covers.
7.702.91.H · Correction due September 13, 2023
An uncovered outlet near the children's handwashing sink.
Required correction: The director immediately (09/13/2023) covered the outlet at the time of the inspection. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.91.K · Correction due September 13, 2023
Kitchen area accessible to children and all hazardous items. This was [reviously cited on the inspection from 09/20/2022.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the kitchen area including all hazardous items are made inaccessible to children. Provide documentation through photos along with a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.92.F · Correction due September 13, 2023
Stairs on the children's playground with 4 steps lacking a handrail.
Required correction: Immediately make the stairs without the handrail inaccessible to the children and provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
Program lacking documentation of all required drills held within the last 12 months.
7.702.51.A.2.a · Correction due September 13, 2023
Reviewed 3 children's files and observed the program lacking documentation of immunization records on the Department's approved forms for 2 children.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that the program obtains and maintains documentation of current immunization records for all children by the first day of care. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
The program lacking documentation of the following written policies regarding the procedures for caring for children who arrive late to the center and their class is away from the center on a field trip or excursion (18), identifying and consulting with an early childhood mental health consultant or other specialist as needed (9.a). This was previously cited
7.702.62.A.2 · Correction due September 13, 2023
The program's failure to obtain and maintain documentation of children's attendance verfication that is completed periodically throughout the day including during transitions.
Required correction: Immediately (09/13/2023) ensure that documentation of attendance verification is completed periodically throughout each day to include during transitions. Provide a written statement of compliance within the overall response. Correct by 09/13/2023
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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