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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.
Complaint · June 8, 2026
2.206.B.8 · Correction due June 8, 2026
Identified through staff members' statements that CH1 was sent to the office due to challenging behavior. Reviewed the program's policies and procedures, the policies and procedures didn't include a policy regarding sending children to the office due to challenging behavior.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) the written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026. Correct by 06/08/2026
2.229.D · Correction due June 8, 2026
At the time of the visit, observed staples to be used on the bulletin bord in the hallways, in front of the Infant classroom and in front of the Beaver classroom.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) staples must be inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026 Correct by 06/08/2026
2.213.B · Correction due June 8, 2026
At the time of the visit, reviewed 6 staff members files, four files were lacking documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) review all staff members files, all files must have updated documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026. Correct by 06/08/2026
2.213.G · Correction due June 8, 2026
At the time of the visit, reviewed 6 staff members files, three files were lacking documentation of the Department approved Child Abuse Prevention training.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) review all staff members files, all files must have updated documentation of the Department approved Child Abuse Prevention training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026. Correct by 06/08/2026
2.208.D.9 · Correction due June 15, 2026
At the time of the visit observed SM1 to be one of the assigned staff members in the Owl Classroom/ Preschool. Identified through a staff member statement and the PDIS system that no account was set up for SM1.
Required correction: All prospective and current staff members must register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/15/2026
2.133.A
At the time of the visit, reviewed 6 staff members files, one file was lacking documentation of the Department approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training/ FEMA.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) review all staff members files, all files must have updated documentation of the Department approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training/ FEMA. Submit documentation and a written
2.217.A.7 · Correction due June 8, 2026
Identified through staff members' statements that when CH1 was sent to the office, CH1 wasn't supervised by an ECT qualified staff member.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) there must be assigned at least one qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026. Correct by 06/08/2026
2.229.D · Correction due June 8, 2026
At the time of the visit, observed staples to be used on the bulletin bord in the hallways, in front of the Infant classroom and in front of the Beaver classroom.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) staples must be inaccessible to children under the age of 3 years. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026 Correct by 06/08/2026
2.213.B · Correction due June 8, 2026
At the time of the visit, reviewed 6 staff members files, four files were lacking documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) review all staff members files, all files must have updated documentation of the Department approved Standard Precautions training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026. Correct by 06/08/2026
2.213.G · Correction due June 8, 2026
At the time of the visit, reviewed 6 staff members files, three files were lacking documentation of the Department approved Child Abuse Prevention training.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) review all staff members files, all files must have updated documentation of the Department approved Child Abuse Prevention training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2026. Correct by 06/08/2026
2.208.D.9 · Correction due June 15, 2026
At the time of the visit observed SM1 to be one of the assigned staff members in the Owl Classroom/ Preschool. Identified through a staff member statement and the PDIS system that no account was set up for SM1.
Required correction: All prospective and current staff members must register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 06/15/2026
2.133.A
At the time of the visit, reviewed 6 staff members files, one file was lacking documentation of the Department approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training/ FEMA.
Required correction: Immediately (6/8/2026) review all staff members files, all files must have updated documentation of the Department approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training/ FEMA. Submit documentation and a written
Complaint · June 8, 2026
Founded
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Supervisory visit · February 19, 2026
2.213.H · Correction due March 20, 2026
Reviewed 12 staff files, two files are lacking documentation of the Department approved training in Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education.
Required correction: Review all staff members files, all files must have the Department approved training in Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 03/20/2026
2.237.B
At the time of the visit observed peeling pain on the walls throughout the facility.
Required correction: Immediately (2/19/2026) buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a
2.213.I · Correction due March 20, 2026
Reviewed 12 staff files, one file is lacking documentation of the Department approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias training.
Required correction: Review all staff members files, all files must have the Department approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 03/20/2026
2.213.F · Correction due February 19, 2026
Reviewed 12 staff files, two files are lacking documentation of the CPR and First Aid training or the Department approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module.
Required correction: Immediately (2/19/2026) review all staff files, all staff members must have the CPR and First Aid training or the Department approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/20/2026 Correct by 02/19/2026
Complaint · December 5, 2025
2.237.B · Correction due December 5, 2025
At the time of the visit, the bathroom light in the Pre-K classroom would not turn on. The switch to turn on the bathroom light is located in the pantry, which is in a separate room, located outside of the Pre-k classroom.
Required correction: Immediately, ( 12/5/2025), the building must be maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/12/2025. Correct by 12/05/2025 Complaint Allegation : RP stated verification of qualifications and training for staff is not completed. - FOUNDED
At the time of the visit, observed two assistant teachers to be working in the infant classroom, without an infant supervisor.
2.212.A · Correction due December 5, 2025
At the time of the visit, observed the Pre-k teacher aggressively throw a child on their back, into the snow. Observed the Pre-k teacher pick the child up out of the snow by the front of the child's jacket. Observed the Pre-k teacher to restrain the child and carry the child to the corner of the outside of the building, while the child was resisting. Observed the Pre-k teacher to aggressively force the child down to sit on a cold, snow covered concrete slab. When the child tried to stand, observed the Pre-k teacher force the child to sit back down. Observed the Pre-k teacher allow another child to throw snow at the child that was forced to sit in the corner. Observed the Pre-k teacher yell at the child twice to "get up". Observed the Pre-k teacher to kneel down and have their face inches from the crying child's face and speak to the child using aggressive facial and body language. Observed the Pre-k teacher walk away from the child while the child was hysterically crying.
Required correction: Immediately, ( 12/5/2025), all staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making and concern for the well-being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/12/2025. Correct by 12/05/2025
2.225.A · Correction due December 5, 2025
At the time of the visit, observed the Pre-k teacher to aggressively force a child to sit in a corner, outside on a cold, snow covered concrete slab. When the child tried to stand up, the Pre-k teacher physically forced the child to sit back down.
Required correction: Immediately, ( 12/5/2025), guidance at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/12/2025. Correct by 12/05/2025
2.225.B · Correction due December 5, 2025
At the time of the visit, observed the Pre-k teacher to aggressively throw a child on their back into the snow and aggressively force the child onto a hard, cold, concrete slab. Observed the Pre-k teacher to yell at the child twice to "get up". Observed the Pre-k teacher to be directly in a child's face, raising their voice and using aggressive facial and body language.
Required correction: Immediately, ( 12/5/2025), children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 12/12/2025. Correct by 12/05/2025
2.225.H · Correction due December 5, 2025
At the time of the visit, observed the Pre-k teacher to restrain a child by carrying the child by the child's waist to another part of the playground. While the teacher was carrying the child, the child was crying and trying to get out of the grasp of the Pre-k teacher.
Required correction: Immediately, ( 12/5/2025), any form of restraint is not permitted. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/12/2025. Correct by 12/05/2025
Complaint · December 5, 2025
Founded
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Supervisory visit · February 26, 2025
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due February 26, 2025
In the Preschool and Young Toddler classroom, diapers were in an unlocked cabinet. In the Toddler classroom wipes were in the bathroom on a low shelf, diapers were under the sink in an unlocked cabinet and diapers and wipes were in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table, accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, diaper supplies must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time, the director locked the cabinets. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/5/2025. Correct by 02/26/2025
In the Infant classroom, items were stored under the evacuation cribs.
2.237.D · Correction due February 26, 2025
In the Preschool and Toddler classroooms, personal bags were stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, personal bags must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the director locked the cabinets. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/5/2025. Correct by 02/26/2025
2.213.B · Correction due February 26, 2025
Reviewed 6 staff files. Observed Elizabeth R. lacking a current standard precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 3/5/2025. Correct by 02/26/2025
2.120.I
Reviewed 6 staff files. Observed Cynthia K., Sarah D., and Elizabeth R., with expired TRAILS clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's
2.138.A · Correction due February 26, 2025
Reviewed the drill logs. Observed last fire drill was completed 5/18/2024. The last lock down drill was 8/30/2024 and the last tornado drill was completed on 4/16/2024.
Required correction: Immediately ensure emergency drills are completed monthly for fire drills, quarterly for lock down drills and tornado drills are monthly from March-October. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/5/2025. Correct by 02/26/2025
2.209.A.7 · Correction due February 26, 2025
Reviewed 5 child files. Observed 5 children lacking current authorization for emergency medical care.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all children files have a current signed emergency medical authorization. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/5/2024. Correct by 02/26/2025
Complaint · July 22, 2024
Reviewed the facility's policies and procedures. Identified staff members did not follow the policies and procedures regarding appropriate behavior between staff members.
2.223.C.2.a · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Fawn classroom, a loose sheet was on the mattress containing stains. There was not a child in the crib at the time of visit.
Required correction: Immediately, cribs must have clean and properly fitted sheets. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director removed the sheet and replaced it with a clean, fitted sheet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.237.H · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, a power strip next to the air purifier was missing outlet covers.
Required correction: Immediately, outlets must have a protective cover. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director removed the power strip. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.229.C
In the Owl classroom, sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" was in an unlocked cabinet. On the counter, by the children's sink, soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" was accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director locked the cabinet and removed the soap, making it inaccessible to children. Submit a
2.229.R.7 · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, musical instruments were not available to children.
Required correction: Immediately, musical instruments must be available to the children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.230.B · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, next to the air purifier and next to the fish tank, cords were accessible to children, causing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, all indoor equipment must be free of hazards. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director and teacher removed the cords, making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.237.D · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, a personal bag was in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, personal bags must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director locked the cabinet, making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.222.A.1.b
In the Owl classroom, diapers were in an unlocked cabinet under the counter, accesssible to children. In the Owl bathroom, wipes were on a low shelf, accessible to children.
2.223.A.2 · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Porcupine classroom, the staff stated there were 8 children, then corrected to 9 children, however there were 10 children in attendance.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff must be aware of how many children are in attendance. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.211.B · Correction due July 22, 2024
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Isabella M. lacking a personnel file.
Required correction: Immediately, staff files must be available upon request. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.230.C.1.a · Correction due July 22, 2024
The playground equipment exceeding eighteen (18) inches does not have a resilient surfacing of six (6) inches. This violation was previously cited on 5/15/2024
Required correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have a resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Isabella H., hired 6/6/2023, missing CBI and FBI clearance letters. Isabella
2.120.C.2 · Correction due July 22, 2024
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Isabella H., hired 6/6/2023, missing documentation of a TRAILS application submission. Isabella was working with children at the time of visit.
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 Isabella M. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS letter for staff member Isabella M. with written response to Specialist by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.212.A · Correction due July 22, 2024
Identified through staff statements, staff member 1 and staff member 2 were yelling in the classroom while children were present.
Required correction: Immediately, staff must demonstrate knowledgeable decision making and judgment for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024 Correct by 07/22/2024
2.229.C
In the Owl classroom, sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" was in an unlocked cabinet. On the counter, by the children's sink, soap labeled "keep out of reach of children" was accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director locked the cabinet and removed the soap, making it inaccessible to children. Submit a
2.229.R.7 · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, musical instruments were not available to children.
Required correction: Immediately, musical instruments must be available to the children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.230.B · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, next to the air purifier and next to the fish tank, cords were accessible to children, causing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, all indoor equipment must be free of hazards. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director and teacher removed the cords, making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.237.D · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Owl classroom, a personal bag was in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, personal bags must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director locked the cabinet, making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.222.A.1.b
In the Owl classroom, diapers were in an unlocked cabinet under the counter, accesssible to children. In the Owl bathroom, wipes were on a low shelf, accessible to children.
2.223.A.2 · Correction due July 22, 2024
In the Porcupine classroom, the staff stated there were 8 children, then corrected to 9 children, however there were 10 children in attendance.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff must be aware of how many children are in attendance. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.211.B · Correction due July 22, 2024
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Isabella M. lacking a personnel file.
Required correction: Immediately, staff files must be available upon request. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
2.230.C.1.a · Correction due July 22, 2024
The playground equipment exceeding eighteen (18) inches does not have a resilient surfacing of six (6) inches. This violation was previously cited on 5/15/2024
Required correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have a resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Isabella H., hired 6/6/2023, missing CBI and FBI clearance letters. Isabella
2.120.C.2 · Correction due July 22, 2024
Reviewed 5 staff files. Observed Isabella H., hired 6/6/2023, missing documentation of a TRAILS application submission. Isabella was working with children at the time of visit.
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 Isabella M. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS letter for staff member Isabella M. with written response to Specialist by 7/29/2024. Correct by 07/22/2024
Complaint · July 22, 2024
Founded
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Supervisory visit · May 15, 2024
2.230.C.1.a · Correction due May 15, 2024
Observed playground equipment higher than 18" did not have reslient surfacing of 6" or more.
Required correction: All climbing equipment 18" or higher must have resilient surfacing of 6" or higher. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2024. Correct by 05/15/2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due May 15, 2024
In the Toddler A classroom, the attendance verification form was reviewed at 12:47 p.m. and had not been updated since 9 a.m.
Required correction: Immediately, written attendance verification must be completed periodically throughout the day. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2024. Correct by 05/15/2024
2.213.C · Correction due May 15, 2024
Reviewed 13 staff files. Observed Elizabeth R., hired 4/14/2014, missing current documentation of a safe sleep training.
Required correction: Immediately, a Department-approved safe sleep training must be renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 6/15/2024. Correct by 05/15/2024
2.121.D.5 · Correction due May 15, 2024
Reviewed 13 staff files. Observed Cynthia K. having an expired CBI and FBI clearance letter dated 2018.
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 Cynthia K. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI and FBI clearnace letters for staff member Cynthia K. with written response to Specialist by 6/15/2024. Correct by 05/15/2024
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