Small World Learning Center

Founded · 2.217.A.7 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due June 8, 2026

There must be assigned at least one (1) qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children unless otherwise specified in rules. A director may be the assigned teacher for one (1) group of children.

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.

Founded · 2.206.B.8 · Correction due June 8, 2026

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:

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.

Founded · 2.229.D · Equipment/Materials · Correction due June 8, 2026

Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

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

Founded · 2.213.B · Personnel · Correction due June 8, 2026

All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

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.

Founded · 2.213.G · Staff Files · Correction due June 8, 2026

All employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention prior to working with children, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

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.

Founded · 2.208.D.9 · Correction due June 15, 2026

All prospective and current staff members in the following roles must register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System: Assistant Early Childhood Teacher; and,

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

Founded · 2.133.A · General Rules · Correction due June 8, 2026

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

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 statement of compliance by 6/15/2026.

Founded · 2.237.B · Building Requirements · Correction due December 5, 2025

Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

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.

Founded · 2.216.B.1.a · Correction due December 5, 2025

The infant program must have an infant program supervisor who meets at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

Required correction: Immediately, (12/5/2025), the infant program must have an infant program supervisor. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the program director stepped into the infant classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 12/12/2025.

Founded · 2.212.A · Personnel · Correction due December 5, 2025

All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

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.

Founded · 2.225.A · Guidance · Correction due December 5, 2025

Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

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.

Founded · 2.225.B · Guidance · Correction due December 5, 2025

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

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.

Founded · 2.225.H · Guidance · Correction due December 5, 2025

Any form of restraint is not permitted.

Required correction: Immediately, ( 12/5/2025), any form of restraint is not permitted. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/12/2025.

Founded · 2.212.A · Personnel · Correction due July 22, 2024

All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

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

Founded · 2.206.B · Correction due July 22, 2024

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information:

Required correction: The written policies and procedures must be followed. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024.

Founded · 2.222.A.1.b · Correction due July 22, 2024

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Required correction: Immediately, diaper supplies must have a place inaccesible to children, for storing. Corrected at the time of visit, the assistant director locked the cabinet and placed the wipes on a high shelf, making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024.

Founded · 2.223.C.2.a · Correction due July 22, 2024

Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

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.

Founded · 2.229.C · Equipment/Materials · Correction due July 22, 2024

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible 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 written statement of future compliance by 7/29/2024.

Founded · 2.229.R.7 · Equipment/Materials · Correction due July 22, 2024

A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available: Music

Required correction: Immediately, musical instruments must be available to the children at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024.

Founded · 2.230.B · Correction due July 22, 2024

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

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.

Founded · 2.237.D · Indoor/Safety Requirements · Correction due July 22, 2024

Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

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.

Founded · 2.237.H · Indoor/Safety Requirements · Correction due July 22, 2024

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

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.

Founded · 2.223.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due July 22, 2024

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

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.

Founded · 2.211.B · Correction due July 22, 2024

Staff and children's records must be available, upon request, to authorized personnel of the Department.

Required correction: Immediately, staff files must be available upon request. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/29/2024.

Founded · 2.230.C.1.a · Correction due July 22, 2024

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.

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.

Founded · 2.121.D.4.a · Correction due July 22, 2024

Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.

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 CBI and FBI clearance letter for staff member Isabella M. with written response to Specialist by 7/29/2024.

Founded · 2.120.C.2 · General Requirements · Correction due July 22, 2024

The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: All other requests except those specified in rule section 2.120(C)(1) must be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility.

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.