The Learning Experience runs 10 licensed locations in Denver.
Not yet reported: ages served, hours, days / week, schedule, holiday closures.
This provider does not publish pricing.
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 · November 5, 2025
2.213.G
Identified the staff member missing documentation of a child abuse prevention training. The staff member was hired in April, 2025.
2.225.G · Correction due November 5, 2025
Identified through staff statements, a staff member called a child 'bad' and made other derogatory comments to the child.
Required correction: Immediately, derogatory remarks about children are not permitted at any time. Correct by 11/05/2025
Complaint · November 5, 2025
Founded
The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record and publishes an investigation report for it. Shortlist has not read that report, so this row includes no citation detail.
Supervisory visit · November 5, 2025
2.223.C.2.a · Correction due November 5, 2025
In Infants, two cribs had loose sheets. No infants were sleeping in the cribs.
Required correction: Immediately, mattresses for cribs must have a propery fitted sheet at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the sheets were removed and properly fitted sheets were placed on the mattresses. No response needed. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.216.C.2
Reviewed 33 staff files. 1 staff aide working with toddlers missing documentation of an 8 hour toddler orientation.
2.223.D.4.b · Correction due November 5, 2025
Sleeping mats throughout the facility were ripped at the corners posing a safety hazard for children.
Required correction: Immediately, sleeping mats must be in good repair at all times. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.229.C · Correction due November 5, 2025
In Preschool 1A, a package of wipes labeled 'keep out of reach of children' was on the top of the toilet tank and accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the package of wipes was moved to a high basket on the wall, making them inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.229.G · Correction due November 5, 2025
In Preschool 1A and UPK/Prepper B classrooms, loose plastic bags in the bathrooms were accesssible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the center director removed the plastic bags from the bathrooms. No response needed. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.230.B
In Infants, a toy fabric hammer was ripped and fraying, and a soft ball had peeling decals creating a safety hazard for infants. In Prepper A and Preschool 3, the alphabet rugs had rolled edges creating a tripping hazard for children.
Required correction: Immediately, indoor equipment, materials and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards at all times.
2.237.B · Correction due November 5, 2025
In Preschool 1B, paint was chipped and peeling on the green wall creating a safety hazard for children.
Required correction: Immediately, buildings must be kept in good repair at all times. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.213.C · Correction due November 5, 2025
Reviewed 33 staff files. 2 staff missing documentation of a current safe sleep training.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff working with infants must renew annually the safe sleep training. Submit certificates to the licensing specialist. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.121.J.1 · Correction due November 5, 2025
Reviewed 33 staff files. Identified two staff members have lived out of state within the last five years and missing a completed state-based background check clearance letter.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff who have lived outside the state in the last 5 years must complete a state-based background check and the clearance letter must be available for review at all times. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that the staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of the completed State-Based clearance letters to the licensing specialist. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due November 5, 2025
In Twaddlers, diaper changing supplies were in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, all diaper changing supplies must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the director locked the cabinet making the supplies inaccessible to children. No response needed. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.213.B · Correction due November 5, 2025
Reviewed 33 staff files. 4 staff missing documentation of a current standard precaustions training.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff must renew annually the standard precautions training. Submit certificates to the licensing specialist. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.213.D · Correction due November 5, 2025
Reviewed 33 staff files. 1 staff missing documentation of a current shaken baby/abusive head trauma training.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff working with children under 3 years old must renew every 2 years the shaken baby/abusive head trauma training. Submit certificates to the licensing specialist. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.213.G
Reviewed 33 staff files. 4 staff missing documentation of a current child abuse prevention training.
2.133.B · Correction due November 5, 2025
Reviewed 33 staff files. 1 staff missing documentation of a completed fire safety and fire extinguisher training.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff must be trained in fire safety and the use of fire extinguishers. Submit documentation to the licensing specialist. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.138.A · Correction due November 5, 2025
Missing documentation of tornado drills from March, April, August, and October, 2025.
Required correction: Immediately, tornado drills must be held monthly from March-October. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.212.G
Reviewed 33 staff files. 2 staff missing a medical statement and one staff missing a current signed self-reported health history.
2.133.A · Correction due November 5, 2025
Reviewed 33 staff files. 1 staff missing documentation of an emergency and disaster preparedness training.
Required correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must complete the emergency and disaster preparedness training prior to working with children. Submit documentation of the completed training to the licensing specialist. Correct by 11/05/2025
2.216.B.1.e · Correction due November 5, 2025
Identified the infant room does not have a staff member with a current CPR and First Aid certificate on duty at all times.
Required correction: Immediately, there must be one staff member on duty with a current CPR and First Aid certificate at all times. Correct by 11/05/2025
Reviewed 20 child files. 2 children missing documentation of a current health statement.
Supervisory visit · January 22, 2025
2.209.A.7 · Correction due January 22, 2025
Reviewed 14 child files and found one to have an expired emergency medical authorization.
Required correction: Obtain a current emergency medical authorization. Correct immediately 1/22/2025. Corrected at the time of inspection. Mom signed a new emergency medical authorization. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.219.B.3
Reviewed 14 child files and found 2 to have expired health statements.
2.229.C · Correction due January 22, 2025
In Prepper A a soap on the sink accessible to children labeled "keep out of reach of children".
Required correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children", must be inaccessible at all times. Correct immediately 1/22/2025. Corrected at the time of inspection, Director removed the soap from the classroom. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.230.B · Correction due January 22, 2025
In Prepper A charging cord plugged into the wall, but not pulled into a device and was accessible to children.
Required correction: All equipment must be sturdy and free from hazards. Correct immediately 1/22/2024. Corrected at the time inspection, Director unplugged the cord. No response required. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.121.J.1 · Correction due January 22, 2025
Reviewed 25 staff files and found Kara L. and Iliana O. to be missing the clearance letter for out of state background checks.
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 Kara L. and Iliana O. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letters for staff members Kara L. and Iliana O. with written response to the Specialist. Correct immediately 1/22/2025. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.133.B · Correction due January 22, 2025
Reviewed 25 staff files and found 3 to be missing documentation of fire extinguisher training.
Required correction: Train and document fire extinguisher training for all staff members. Correct immediately 1/22/2025. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.213.B · Correction due January 22, 2025
Reviewed 25 staff files and found Gabby M to have expired Department approved Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Obatin a current Department approved Standard Precautions training for Gabby M. Correct immeditaley 1/22/2025. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.213.G · Correction due January 22, 2025
Reviewed 25 staff files and found Gabby M to have expired Department approved Child Abuse Prevention training.
Required correction: Obatin a current Department approved Child Abuse Prevention training for Gabby M. Correct immeditaley 1/22/2025. Correct by 01/22/2025
2.121.D.5
Reviewed 25 staff files and found Alexis O. to have an expired FBI background check.
Supervisory visit · February 22, 2024
2.121.D.1 · Correction due February 22, 2024
Observed 81 staff members to be listed with the facilities license number in the CBI database and observed that 14 staff no longer work at the facility.
Required correction: Ensure that when an individual leaves employment a Notification of Name Removal form (FLAG removal) is completed and submitted to the department. Correct immediately and send a copy of FLAG removal form to specialist with written response. Correct by 02/22/2024
2.121.D.4.a
Reviewed 31 staff files and observed Brianna M. to be missing documentation of an CBI clearance letter. Brianna's date of hire is 4/23/2023.
2.209.A.7 · Correction due February 22, 2024
Reviewed 11 child files and observed 1 child to have expired written authorization for emergency medical care.
Required correction: Obtain required signed document for child and place in child's file. Send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 02/22/2024
2.213.B · Correction due February 22, 2024
Reviewed 31 staff files and observed Vanessa E. and Giovanna C. to be missing documentation of a current standard precautions training.
Required correction: Send a copy of current required training certificate for staff to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 02/22/2024
2.213.F
Reviewed 31 staff files and observed Angelina T., Kayla C., and Tanya J. to be missing documentation of a current CPR/First aid certification or module.
2.213.G · Correction due February 22, 2024
Reviewed 31 staff files and observed Yarthzy C., Sandra A. and Tonya J. to be missing documentation of a department approved training about child abuse prevention. All previous trainings were over 30 days expired.
Required correction: Send a copy of current required training certificate for staff to specialist with written response. Correct immediately. Correct by 02/22/2024
2.213.H · Correction due March 23, 2024
Reviewed 31 staff files and observed Tonya J.and Miraya M. to be missing documentation of the department approved training: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Ed programs. Both staff have worked for the facility for over 90 days.
Required correction: Send a copy of current required training certificate for staff to specialist with written response. Correct by 03/23/2024
Observed 17 children in a classroom that has a maximum group size and capacity of 16.
2.229.L · Correction due February 22, 2024
Children under the age of 3 in the Preschool 2 classroom which contained the following chokable items accessible to children: Dot marker lids, Pom poms and small colored beads.
Required correction: Ensure all chokable items are inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and send a statement of compliance to specialist with written response. Correct by 02/22/2024
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 1, 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.
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