The Goddard School runs 24 licensed locations in Denver.
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 · July 24, 2026
2.120.C.1.a · Correction due July 24, 2026
Reviewed 20 staff files and observed SM12's file to be missing a current Trails 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 staff member 12 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member 12 with written response to the Specialist by 8/24/26. Correct by 07/24/2026
2.209.B.4
Reviewed 10 child files, observed CH2, CH3, CH5, and CH10's files to be missing a current health statement with a physican's signature.
Supervisory visit · August 25, 2025
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due August 25, 2025
In the Buffoloes and Elephants classrooms, diapers and wet wipes accessible to children in the bathroom.
Required correction: Diaper change supplies must be inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. Director placed the diapers and wet wipes to a place inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 08/25/2025
2.213.G
Reviewed 18 staff files and identified SM 17 with expired Child Abuse Prevention training.
2.223.C.2.a · Correction due August 25, 2025
In the Infant room, two crib mattresses had loose sheets on. No children were observed sleeping in the cribs.
Required correction: Crib mattresses must have properly fitted sheets. CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. Staff replaced the sheets. No response required. Correct by 08/25/2025
2.229.L · Correction due August 25, 2025
In the Koalas classroom, glue stick caps, market caps, broken crayons, small counting animals, small geo blocks, small interlocking blocks accessible to children under 3 years of age. In the Sharks classroom, Melissa and Doug magnetic board, labeled 3+ accessible to children under 3 years of age.
Required correction: Choke hazards must be inaccessible to children under 3 years of age. CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. Staff placed the choke hazards to an area inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 08/25/2025
Supervisory visit · October 9, 2024
2.216.B.1.d · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Jessica D., Assistant Teacher in the Infant Room, to be missing the 8 hours of orientation training.
Required correction: Infant staff aide must complete the 8 hours of orientation. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.212.N
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified all staff to be missing a signature that they have been trained on center's policies for administration of medications.
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due October 9, 2024
In the Polar Bear Room, diapers and wipes accessible to children in unlocked diaper changing table cabinet.
Required correction: Diaper changing supplies must be inaccessible to children. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.120.C.1.a.1 · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Mariah S. to be missing Trails 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 Mirah reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for Mariah S. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.121.D.4.a
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Adriana B. to be missing FBI clearance letter.
2.120.D · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Mariah S. (DOH 5/7/24) to be missing documentation of Trails submission.
Required correction: Trails record request must be submitted within 10 calendars days of the first day of hire. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.121.J.1 · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Sophie W. , Dayanan G., Jamie L., Charlie L. to be missing Out-of State clearance letter. All staff indicated on the checklist that they have lived outside of the State 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 Dayanan and Sophie reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out-of State Clearance Letters for Dayanan and Sophie with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.131.A.1
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Sophie W. and Samantha L. to be missing a signature on the perjury statement
2.133.A · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Mia B to be missing the Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training.
Required correction: All staff must complete the Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training prior to working with children. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.133.B · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified all staff to be missing documentation that they have been trained in fire safety and the use of fire extinguishers and fire alarms.
Required correction: All staff must be trained in fire safety and the use of fire extinguishers and fire alarms. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.212.G
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified 19 staff out of the 22 to be missing a current medical statement. 13 staff members had expired medical statements, and 6 staff members did not have a health statement.
2.212.K · Correction due November 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Sophie W. Samantha L. Erika C. to be missing a signature that they read and been instructed about the licensing rules.
Required correction: All staff must sign a statement that they read and been instructed about the licensing rules. Correct by 11/09/2024
2.209.A.7 · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 10 child files and identified 2 children with expired parental written authorization for emergency medical care.
Required correction: The emergency medical care authorization must be updated annually. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Sophie W. Jessica D. Samantha L. Dayanan G. to be missing the
2.213.B · Correction due October 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Adiana B, Natalia H., Marissa T., Marisa S. Mariah S. to be missing the required signature on the Standard Precautions training certificate. Jamie L., Fatima J., Shawn K., Sophie W., Erika C. with expired training. Marlene M. missing the training.
Required correction: All staff must complete the Standard Precautions training and renew annually. The certificates have the required signature. Correct immediately and submit a written statement of compliance. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.213.F · Correction due November 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Jamie L. to be missing the First Aid and CPR module.
Required correction: Staff not required by rule to be certified, must complete the module. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 11/09/2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Jessica D. is missing the training and identified Regina M. Sophie W. Samantha L. Erika C. and Dayanan G. Fatima J. and Marissa T. with expired trainings.
2.213.I · Correction due November 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Marlene N. and Nicolette C. to be missing the training.
Required correction: All staff must complete the training. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 11/09/2024
2.213.L · Correction due November 9, 2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Charlie L. to be missing documentation of at least 1 hour of child development training.
Required correction: All staff must have at least 1 hour of child development training. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 11/09/2024
Reviewed 22 staff files and identified Marissa T and Nicolette C. with expired immunization training and no
2.223.C.17 · Correction due October 9, 2024
In the Infant Room, portable speaker next to the crib with sleeping child, less than 3 feet apart.
Required correction: Music equipment must not be placed within 3 feet of sleeping child. CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. Staff moved the speaker 3 feet away. No response required. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.223.C.2 · Correction due October 9, 2024
In the Infant Room, boppy pillows stored over the room divider that was placed right next to an infant crib. No child was observed sleeping in the crib.
Required correction: Materials that pose a suffocation hazard must not be placed in the crib or hanging on the side. CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. Staff removed the pillows from the room divider and crib. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
Artwork with foam stickers, small toy insect in the Buffaloes Room, sensory bottle with loose cap in the
2.237.D · Correction due October 9, 2024
Batteries on the cabinet in the Tigers Room, accessible to children.
Required correction: Hazardous items muts be inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. Staff removed the hazards form the classrooms. No response required. Correct by 10/09/2024
2.230.B · Correction due October 9, 2024
Torn changing mat on the diaper table, posing a potential hazards.
Required correction: All indoor materials, furnishing, and equipment must be sturdy and free of hazard. Submit a written statement of compliance to specialist. Correct by 10/09/2024
Supervisory visit · November 13, 2023
7.702.41.G · Correction due December 13, 2023
Reviewed 17 staff members' records, two records (Erika G. and Mia T.) are lacking documentation of medical statements.
Required correction: Review all staff members records, ensure all records have documentation of the medical statements. Correct by 12/13/2023
7.702.42.H
Reviewed 17 staff files, three files (Sophie W., Adriana B. and Carla C.) are lacking the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. Sophie W. was hired on 4/13/2023, Adriana B. was hired on 1/4/2022 and Carla C. was hired on 4/3/2023.
7.702.42.A · Correction due November 13, 2023
Reviewed 17 staff members records, one record (Carla C.) is lacking documentation of the pre-service training.
Required correction: Review all staff members records, ensure all records have documentation of the pre- Service training. Submit documentation with the written statement of compliance. Correct immediately Correct by 11/13/2023
7.702.42.B · Correction due November 13, 2023
Reviewed 17 staff members records, one record (Ashly O.) is lacking documentation of the department approved Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately (11/13/2023) review all staff members records, ensure all records have documentation of the department approved Standard Precautions training. Submit documentation with the written statement of compliance. Correct by 11/13/2023
Reviewed 17 staff files, two files (Kiara K. and Erika G.) are lacking the department-approved introduction to
Correction due November 13, 2023
Observed Ms. Rosa G. to be one of the assigned staff members in the Elephants classroom, and Ms. Erika G. to be one of the assigned staff members in the Sloths classroom and Ms. Imani to be one of the assigned staff members in the Shark classroom. All mentioned staff members are lacking the background check requirements (FBI, CBI, and Trails). Also observed Ms. Destany L. file to be lacking Trails results and Ms. Carla C. file to be lacking results of CBI and FBI results. Ms. Rosa was hired on 6/26/2023, Ms. Erika was hired on 9/11/2023, Ms. Imani was hired on 7/27/2023, Ms. Destany was hired on 7/25/2022. and Ms. Carla was hired on 4/3/2023.
Required correction: Immediately (11/13/2023) ensure that criminal background check requests are submitted and successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children. Corrected at the time of the visit, Ms. Rosa, Ms. Imani and Ms. Erika were taken out of the classrooms. Submit a written plan of compliance within 24 hours. Submit documentation with the written statement of compliance. Correct by 11/13/2023
7.702.42.G
Reviewed 17 staff members records, one record (Ashly O.) is lacking documentation of the department approved Child Abuse Prevention training.
7.702.34.A.7 · Correction due November 13, 2023
Reviewed 12 children's files, seven files are lacking updated documentations of the Emergency Medical Authorizations and one file is lacking the Emergency Medical Authorization.
Required correction: Review all child's files, ensure all files have updated documentation of the Emergency Medical Authorization. Correct immediately Correct by 11/13/2023
7.702.34.B.4 · Correction due November 13, 2023
Reviewed 12 children's files, two files are lacking children's medical statements.
Required correction: Review all children's files, ensure all files have updated medical statements signed and dated by a health care professional. Correct by 11/13/2023
7.702.91.B
Observed peeling paint on the wall by the gross motor area accessible to children in the Buffaloes classroom. Also observed several spots of peeling paint on the wall accessible to children in the Sharks classroom.
Required correction: Building must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Correct immediately Correct by
7.702.71.L · Correction due November 13, 2023
At the time of the visit observed a container fulled of pom-poms in unlocked diaper change table accessible to children under the age of 3 years in the Buffaloes classroom. The item can pose a choking hazard for children under the age of 3 years.
Required correction: Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than 3 years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. **Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the item and made it inaccessible to children. No need for a written statement of compliance to be submitted. Correct by 11/13/2023
Complaint · September 13, 2023
At the time of the visit, observed a diaper rash cream tube in an unlocked cabinet underneath the changing
7.702.71.C · Correction due September 13, 2023
At the time of the visit ovserved several diaper rash cream tubs, multible sunscreen bottles, Lysol bottle, and magic erasers in an unlocked cabinet underneath the sink accessible to children in the Buffaloes classroom. All items are labeled "keep out of reach of children" and can pose a safety hazard for the children.
Required correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the items and made them inaccessible to the children. No need for a written statement of compliance to be submitted. Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.62.D.5.a · Correction due September 21, 2023
At the time of the visit and during rest time, observed 3 children lacking sheets on their cots in the Elephants classroom, 6 children lacking sheets on their cots in the Sharks classroom, and 4 children lacking sheets on their cots in the Tigers classroom.
Required correction: A sheet and blanket, or other suitable covering, must be provided for each child during rest time. Correct by 09/21/2023
7.702.62.D.5.a.1 · Correction due September 21, 2023
At the time of the visit observed children's cots not to be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time in the Elephants classroom, Sharks classroom, and the Tigers classroom.
Required correction: Cots must be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time. Correct by 09/21/2023
7.702.91.J · Correction due September 13, 2023
At the time of the visit observed 2 children sleeping in front of the exit door in the Elephant classroom. The 2 children were blocking the exit door of the room and can pose a safety hazard.
Required correction: All exit routes must be kept free from any materials. Correct immediately Correct by 09/13/2023
7.702.46.A.14
At the time of the visit observed 1 staff member (Ms. Sophie) to be caring for 11 children in the Polar Bear classroom during rest time. The Polar Bear classroom is licensed for children ages (2 to 2.5) years.
Required correction: Ensure that staff to child ration is maintained at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit, Ms. Nicolette went
Complaint · September 13, 2023
Founded
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Complaint · August 25, 2023
Founded · 7.702.51.B.4 · Health/Medication · Correction due September 13, 2023
Over-the-counter medication must be kept in the originally labeled container and be labeled with the child's first and last name.
Founded · 7.702.71.C · Equipment/Materials · Correction due September 13, 2023
Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.
Required correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit, a staff member removed the items and made them inaccessible to the children. No need for a written statement of compliance to be submitted.
Founded · 7.702.62.D.5.a · Correction due September 21, 2023
If preschool-age children are in care for longer than five (5) hours, the center must provide at least a thirty (30) minute rest period meeting the following: A firm cot or two (2) inch mat with a sheet and blanket, or other suitable covering, must be provided for each child.
Required correction: A sheet and blanket, or other suitable covering, must be provided for each child during rest time.
Founded · 7.702.62.D.5.a.1 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due September 21, 2023
Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.
Required correction: Cots must be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time.
Founded · 7.702.91.J · Building Requirements · Correction due September 13, 2023
Closets, attics, basements, cellars, and furnace rooms must be kept free from accumulation of extraneous materials such as furnishings, newspapers, and magazines.
Required correction: All exit routes must be kept free from any materials. Correct immediately
Founded · 7.702.46.A.14 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due September 13, 2023
Staff to Child Ratios by AGES OF CHILDREN and NUMBER OF STAFF 6 weeks to 18 months (infants): 1 staff member to 5 infants 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 1 staff member to 8 children 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children
Required correction: Ensure that staff to child ration is maintained at all times. **Corrected at the time of the visit, Ms. Nicolette went to the Polar Bear classroom and stayed with Ms. Sophie. Submit documentation with the written statement of compliance.
Founded · 7.702.64.B · Guidance · Correction due September 13, 2023
Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.
Required correction: 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. Correct immediately.
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