SUNRISE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

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2.229.F · Correction due February 4, 2026

Art projects made with glitter and glue on the drying rack in the Art & Snack room accessible to children less than 3 years of age.

Required correction: Immediately ensure glitter must not be used with children under three (3) years of age. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.217.A.9

No staff on site during the afternoon on the date of inspection with current medication delegation maintained in staff file. Violation previously cited on 3/22/24.

Required correction: Immediately ensure at least one staff member with current Department-approved medication administration training and annual delegation must be on duty at all times. Document correction in written response. Correct by

2.229.L · Correction due February 4, 2026

Foam stickers on paper postings at mid-level in the classroom and cubby area, red plastic lids/caps on mid-level shelf in the Art & Snack room, hanging valentine garlands/decorations with small hearts and small pieces of tinsel in Center Room, small pieces of broken plastic and small pieces of sidewalk chalk on playground. All items small enough to fit in choke tube and accessible to children less than 3 years of age, posing potential choke hazards. Violation previously cited on 3/5/25.

Required correction: Immediately ensure toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.230.B · Correction due February 4, 2026

Several footings at the base of the green/beige playground climber exposed at the time of visit, 2 bolts on fence with more than 2 threads exposed and pointed metal projections near sprinker holder on fence. Violation previously cited on 4/10/23, 3/22/24, and 3/5/25.

Required correction: Immediately ensure indoor and outdoor equipment, materials and furnishings are sturdy, safet and free of hazards. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.230.C.1.a

Children playging on the outdoor playground climber with slife at the time of visit and approximately 3-5" resilient surface in use zone of climber over 18" in height. Violation previously cited on 4/10/23, 3/22/24 and 3/5/25.

2.230.C.8 · Correction due February 4, 2026

Red cord approximately 16" in length tied to vertical wooden beam on playground, several areas of exposed weed matting, and several ride on toys and tricycles with missing handlebars and/or pedals, several toy strollers lacking cover with exposed metal protrusions, several broken toys in the sandbox, toy bin next to sandbox with broken plastic cover, and hoses that were not currently in use near walkway. All areas and items accessbile to children at the time of inspection, posing potential safety hazards.

Required correction: Immediately ensure outdoor play areas used for children’s activities must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris by removal of debris, dilapidated structures, and broken or worn play equipment. The staff must identify hazardous, high-risk areas; those areas must be made inaccessible to children to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.229.M · Correction due February 4, 2026

Several candle holders, vases, and glass dishes in main hallway that children less than 5 years of age use to get to the playground, posing potential hazards. Violation previously cited on 3/5/25.

Required correction: Immediately ensure toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass are not permitted for children less than five (5) years of age. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.213.B · Correction due February 4, 2026

Reviewed 2 staff files and identified SM1 with expired training (4/4/25) and SM2 lacking verification of annual expsoure control plan review as part of Standard Precations training. Violation previously cited on 4/10/23.

Required correction: Immediately ensure 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. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.213.G · Correction due February 4, 2026

Reviewed 2 staff files and identified SM1 with expired Preventing and Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect training renewed annually (expired 3/23/25). Violation previously cited on 5/10/23 and 3/22/24.

Required correction: Immediately ensure all employees and regular volunteers are trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, 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. Document correction in written response. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.219.B.1

Reviewed 3 child files and identified CH1 missing immunization card or exemption prior to or on the first day of care. Violation previously cited on 3/5/25.

2.219.B.2

Reviewed 3 child files and identified CH1 missing health statement within 30 days of enrollment (deadline was 10/14/25). Violation previously cited on 4/10/23, 3/22/24 and 3/5/25.

Required correction: Ensure within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at

2.213.M · Correction due March 6, 2026

Reviewed 2 staff files and identified SM lacking verification of at least 15 hours annual training including at least 3 hours in social emotional development. Violation previously cited on 4/21/23.

Required correction: Ensure all staff who work with children must complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year, beginning with the start date of the employee. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social-emotional development. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/06/2026

2.230.A · Correction due February 4, 2026

Several puzzles labeled "Ages 3+" and accessible to children less than 3 years of age in both classrooms.

Required correction: Immediately ensure play equipment and materials are appropriate for children's age, size, developmental needs. Corrected at the time of visit. Staff removed puzzels that were labeled "Ages 3+" and made them inaccesible to children less than 3 years of age. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 02/04/2026

2.219.B.1 · Correction due March 5, 2025

Reviewed 1 child file and identified it lacking immunization record on CDPHE approved form.

Required correction: Immediately ensure child files have 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 03/05/2025

2.219.B.2 · Correction due April 4, 2025

Reviewed 1 child file and identified child with expired health statement.

Required correction: Ensure within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center. Correct by 04/04/2025

2.217.A.2

Melissa alone with 5 children at the time of arrival (approximately 10:50am) and second staff person did not arrive onsite until approximately 15 minutes after Licensing Specialist.

Required correction: Immediately ensure during times of low attendance and/or during the first and last hour of the day, when only eight (8) or fewer children are present in the facility, there must be at least one (1) early childhood teacher or assistant

2.230.C.1.a · Correction due March 5, 2025

Approximately 1-3" resilient surface in some areas of use zone under swing bay and permanent climbing structure with slide on playground.

Required correction: Immediately ensure that all climbing equipment over 18 inches has a department approved resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches. Correct by 03/05/2025

2.223.A.2 · Correction due March 5, 2025

Reviewed daily transition log and identified it was not completed when group of 5 children and Director went to the playground at the time of visit.

Required correction: Immediately ensure that the program maintains documentation of written attendance verifications including during transitions. Correct by 03/05/2025

2.229.M

1 picture frame in the preschool cubby area and 1 picture frame in preschool classroom, and several glass vases and ceramic items in main hallway leading from classroom to playground. All items made of easily breakable materials and accessible to children less than 5 years of age.

Required correction: Immediately ensure that all toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily

2.229.L · Correction due March 5, 2025

Magnetic number on cabinet and several dot markers with small caps on table in Art/Snack preschool classroom and several glass beads on table in main hallway accessible to child less than 3 years of age and small enough to fit in choke tube, posing potential choking hazards.

Required correction: Immediately ensure that all toys, toy parts, furnishings and equipment that is accessible to children less than 3 years of age is large enough to not be a choke hazard or able to be swallowed. Violation partly corrected at the time of visit. Magnetic number and dot markers were removed from areas accessible to child less than 3 years of age. Document complete corrections in written response. Correct by 03/05/2025

2.230.B · Correction due March 5, 2025

Chipping paint on toy wooden trains and ripped/torn areas of tape around train table in preschool classroom. Observed areas of exposed weed matting and broken table with sharp metal piece on preschool playground. All areas accessible to children and posing potential safety hazards.

Required correction: Immediately ensure all indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings are sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Violation partly corrected at the time of visit. Broken table on preschool playground was removed from area accessible to children. Document complete corrections in written response. Correct by 03/05/2025

2.212.G

Reviewed 2 staff files and identified both with expired self-reported annual health history.

2.120.I · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 2 staff (Melissa and Nick) both lacking TRAILS background check clearance letter completed in the past 5 years.

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 Melissa and Nick have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of updated TRAILS clearance letter for staff members Melissa and Nick with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/22/2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 2 staff (Melissa and Nick) both lacking FBI background check clearance

2.121.D · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified copy of CBI clearance letter for Nick was not maintained in staff file or available for review at the time of inspection.

Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that Nick has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI clearance letter for Nick with written response to Specialist. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.213.E

Director (Melissa) was alone with group of 8 children upon arrival. Reviewed staff file and identified Melissa lacking documentation of current Department-approved First Aid and CPR Certification for all children.

2.217.A.2 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Director (Melissa) was alone with group of 8 children upon arrival and a second staff member was not immediately available.

Required correction: Immediately ensure for full day programs, during times of low attendance and/or during the first and last hour of the day, when only eight (8) or fewer children are present in the facility, there must be at least one (1) early childhood teacher or assistant early childhood teacher working with the children and a second staff member must be on site and immediately available. Corrected at the time of visit. Melissa called both Nick and Julie who both arrived in approximately 5 minutes. Document plan of compliance in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

Director (Melissa) was alone with group of 8 children upon arrival and no additional staff present to assist with duties as they arise.

2.207.E · Correction due March 22, 2024

Visitor log was full at the time of visit and facililty lacking space provided for individuals to list their name, date, time and purpose of visit.

Required correction: Immediately ensure a visitor log is available for individuals visiting the facility to provide all required information upon arrival. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.217.A.9 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified that there is no one who holds current medication delegation.

Required correction: Immediately ensure at least one (1) staff member with the current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times. Submit verification of medication delegation from current CCHC and document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.230.C.1.a

Approximately 4" resilient material under swing bay and 0-1" resilient material at the base of preschool slide of climbing structure over 18" in height.

2.230.B · Correction due March 22, 2024

Areas of exposed weed matting on the prescool playground posing potential tripping hazards. Observed metal footing of preschool playground structure protruding up through resilient material (near the stairs) within the 6' use zone and posing potential safety hazard.Observed several wooden shelves to have ares of chipping paint/splintering wood in the preschool classroom, posing potential safety hazards.

Required correction: Immediately ensure indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Document corrections in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.208.A.1 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Identified and observed that written verification of attendance during transitions are not being documented throughout the day or maintained as part of the children's records on file at the center.

Required correction: Immediately ensure attendance records for each child are on file at the center. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.216.E · Correction due March 22, 2024

Julie was identifiedas an Assistant Early Childhood Teacher at the time of visit. Reviewed staff file and identified it lacking verification of qualifications.

Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff have verification of qualifications for assigned positions. Submit qualifications for Julie and document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.213.G · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified 2 staff (Melissa and Nick) lacking verification of current abuse reporter training that has been renewed annually.

Required correction: Immediately ensure all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, 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. Violation partly corrected on 3/25/24. Licensing Specialist verified completed abuse reporter training for Nick with date completed 3/25/24. Document complete correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.213.M · Correction due April 21, 2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified all lacking verification of at least 15-hours annual training with 3 clock hours in social-emotional development.

Required correction: Ensure all staff who work with children must complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year, beginning with the start date of the employee. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social-emotional development. Document correction in written response. Correct by 04/21/2024

2.122.A

Reviewed health inspection and identified most recent report noted "approval pending."

2.138.A · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed past 12 months of emergency drills and identified facility lacking documentation of fire drill held in February 2024.

Required correction: Immediately ensure emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.137.A

Reviewed parent handbook and identfied it lacking a plan for continuity of operations after an emergency or disaster.

Required correction: Immediately ensure a written plan is developed for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency or

2.223.A.2 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Identified through staff statement and observed that written verification of transitions are not being documented throughout the day.

Required correction: Immediately ensure 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. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.208.A.2 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Identified through staff statement that staff are not signing in and out of the classroom when they enter and leave, resulting in facility lacking accurate staffing patterns.

Required correction: Immediately ensure facility maintains accurate staffing pattern. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.221.B.1

Identified through Director statement that parent/guardian will apply sunscreen to child(ren) before they arrive and observed program lacking mechanism for documenting application times.

2.209.A.8 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 4 child files and identified 1 child lacking field trip authorization.

Required correction: Immediately ensure all children have current admission records, including field trip authorization. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.209.A.7 · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 4 child files and identified 1 child lacking authorization for emergency medical care signed and dated by the parent/guardian.

Required correction: Immediately ensure all children have current admission record that includes a dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.206.A · Correction due March 22, 2024

Facility did not follow several policies outlined in the parent handbook. Upon arrival Melissa was alone at the facility with group of 8 children and lacking verification of current first aid and CPR certification. Observed facility did not document transitions in writing at the time of inspection. Reviewed parent handbook and identified it stated: "We also do a roll-call with name-to-face recognition check list to be sure the child is there. The name-to-face recognition checklist is also used during times of transition throughout the day"; and, "All staff members at Sunrise are trained in First Aid and CPR." Reviewed 4 child files and identified 1 child lacking annual policy authorization signed by parent/guardian.

Required correction: Immediately ensure policies outlined in the parent handbook are followed by facility and at the time of enrollment, and upon amendments to policies and procedures, the center must give the parent(s)/guardian(s) the center’s policies and procedures and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures. Document correction in written response. Correct by 03/22/2024

2.219.B.2

Reviewed 4 child files and identified 1 child lacking current medical statement and 1 child with an expired medical statement.

2.217.C.5 · Correction due April 21, 2024

Identified through staff statement that the CCHC recently changed and reviewed Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) documentation available at the time of visit and identified facility lacking verification of current licensure in good standing.

Required correction: Ensure documentation from the Colorado Medical Board or Colorado State Board of Nursing that the physician’s or registered nurse’s licensure is active and in good standing is maintained at facility. Document correction in written response. Correct by 04/21/2024

Identified through staff statement that the CCHC recently changed and reviewed Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) documentation available at the time of visit and identified facility lacking documentation of CCHC

2.213.N · Correction due March 22, 2024

Reviewed 3 staff files and identified all lacking verification of immunization training.

Required correction: Immediately ensure within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and annually, all staff responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course. Corrected on 3/25/24. Licensing Specialist verified completed immunization training on Melissa's PDIS transcript with date completed 3/25/24. NO RESPONSE REQUIRED. Correct by 03/22/2024