Colorado Department of Early Childhood cited something at 11 of the 20 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.
Renewal-Probationary visit · December 15, 2025
2.230.B · Correction due December 15, 2025
During the walk-through of the facility, observed that the sink in the Penguins B classroom was pulling away from the wall, causing a potential safety issue. There was chipping paint around the closet door and on the front door of the Penguins B classroom. This is a violation of Stipulation (Q) of the Probationary license. Stipulation (Q) states, "Licensee must ensure indoor and outdoor materials/equipment are sturdy/ safe/ ree of hazards."
Required correction: Immediately ensure that all furnishings are safe and free of hazards. Submit pictures and a written statement of compliance by 1/14/2025. Correct by 12/15/2025
Probationary visit · November 19, 2025
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due November 19, 2025
During the safety walk-through, observed a package of wipes on the back of the toilet in the Cardinals A bathroom.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all diaper changing supplies are stored making them inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit, the director removed the wipes and made them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 11/26/2025. Correct by 11/19/2025
Probationary visit · September 17, 2025
2.205.B · Correction due September 17, 2025
During the walk-through, observed the name-to-face sheet and found that one staff member had not signed into the classroom.
Required correction: Immediately, ensure all staff are following the facility's name-to-face policy. Corrected at the time of the visit, the teacher signed into the classroom. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/24/20256. Correct by 09/17/2025
Probationary visit · August 25, 2025
2.217.A.14 · Correction due August 25, 2025
While reviewing the name-to-face sheet in Hummingbird C, it was observed that there were 6 infants with 1 teacher. The Hummingbird C classroom is licensed for children ages 6 weeks to 18 months old. This is a direct violation of Stipulation (D) of the probationary license. Stipulation (D) states, "Licensee shall comply with required staff-to-child ratios at all times. Ratios and room capacities must be posted in each classroom."
Required correction: Immediately ensure all ratios are followed at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 9/1/2025. Correct by 08/25/2025
During the walk-through of the facility, observed the children in the Robins classroom were awake and still on their cots.
2.230.B · Correction due August 25, 2025
During the walk-through, observed there were three stacks of chairs, each stack at least 4 chairs high in the Robins classroom. This is a direct violation of Stipulation (Q) of the probationary license. Stipulation (Q) states, "Licensee must ensure indoor and outdoor materials/equipment are sturdy/safe/free of hazards."
Required correction: Immediately ensure that the chairs are not stacked in the classroom. Corrected at the time of the visit, the teacher unstacked the chairs. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 9/1/2025. Correct by 08/25/2025
Probationary visit · August 11, 2025
2.223.A.2 · Correction due August 11, 2025
During the walk-through observed Hummingbird A's attendance sheet showing that there were 5 children in the classroom and there were only 4 children in attendance. This is a direct violation of Stipulation (G) of the probationary license. Stipulation G states, " Licensee will use a name-to-face attendance verification tool (paper or electronic form) and complete attendance verification for all transitions and at frequent intervals throughout the day. Licensee shall provide training for all staff on how to use the attendance verification tool and must maintain verification of the training in each employee’s staff file."
Required correction: Immediately ensure all children are accounted for when they arrive and leave the facility. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/18/2025. Correct by 08/11/2025
Upon arrival at the facility, observed SM1 standing and giving a bottle to CH1 that was lying on their back on a boppy pillow, and observed SM2 sitting on the floor and giving CH2 a bottle while the child was lying on their back on a boppy pillow.
2.212.A · Correction due August 11, 2025
Upon arrival at the facility, observed SM1 standing and giving a bottle to CH1 that was lying on their back on a boppy pillow, and observed SM2 sitting on the floor and giving CH2 a bottle while the child was lying on their back on a boppy pillow. This is a direct violation of stipulation (Z) of the probationary license. Stipulation (Z) states, "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 ensure all staff demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 8/18/2025. Correct by 08/11/2025
2.230.B
During the walk-through of the playgrounds, observed that the hose on the preschool playground was tearing, and there is metal coming out from the concrete in two different spots. On the toddler playground, the drumstick is peeling by the musical wall. On the Pre-K playground observed the stumps are peeling pieces of wood, This is a violation of stipulation (Q) of the probationary license. Stipulation Q states, "Licensee must ensure indoor and outdoor materials/equipment are sturdy/safe/free of hazards."
Required correction: Immediately ensure all playground materials are safe and free of hazards. Submit pictures and a written
2.237.E · Correction due August 11, 2025
Observed the mop and a bucket, which was 1/4 full of solution, located outside the Cardinals A & Cardinals B classrooms.
Required correction: Immediately ensure that mops are stored in an area inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit, the director moved the mop bucket to make in accessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 8/18/2025. Correct by 08/11/2025
Complaint · May 13, 2025
Founded
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Limited Supervisory visit · April 17, 2025
2.205.B · Correction due April 17, 2025
During the walk-through, observed that Regina and Madi were signed into Hummingbirds A and not in the classroom. In Cardinals A, Alex was not signed into the classroom. In Ducklings B, Ana had signed into the classroom, but did not list the time they entered the classroom. The staff did not follow the facilities name-to-face policy.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all staff follow the name-to-face policy. Submit a written statement of compliance by 4/24/2025. Correct by 04/17/2025
During the walk-through, observed 3 different children's accident reports sitting on top of the cubby showing the full name of the children involved in the injury.
Limited Supervisory visit · March 21, 2025
2.230.B · Correction due March 21, 2025
During the walk-through of the preschool playground observed the tree stumps showing signs of weathering and were falling apart. On the Early Preschool (EPS) playground , observed there was a broken hose hanging where the children can access it, this is used to "wash" the tricycles. On the EPS playground, observed a gap a foot distance between the landscaping ties and the fence that could cause a tripping issue. On the EPS playground, observed a broom, plastic storage containers, rectangular shaped pieces of wood, and trash being stored in the fenced in area where the air conditioners are stored.
Required correction: Immediately ensure all outdoor equipment is safe and free of hazards. Submit pictures and a written statement of compliance by 4/4/2025. Correct by 03/21/2025
2.223.D.5.c
Identified through staff statements, that the children in the Penguins A classroom have nap time at 12 pm. It was 1:30 pm and there were 4 children awake on their cots.
2.241.D.1.f · Correction due March 21, 2025
In the Robins classroom, observed the music instruments to be in a container that was not accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately ensure there are musical instruments accessible to children at all times. Corrected at the time of the visit, the musical instruments were made accessible to children on a low shelf. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/4/2025. Correct by 03/21/2025
Limited Supervisory visit · February 25, 2025
2.223.D.5.a · Correction due February 25, 2025
In the Robins classroom, two children were lacking sheets and one child was lacking a blanket.
Required correction: Immediately, each child must be provided with sheet and blanket. Corrected at the time of visit, the director supplied sheets and a blanket. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/4/2025. Correct by 02/25/2025
2.223.A.2 · Correction due February 25, 2025
In the Hummingbirds A classroom, 10 children were in attendance, however, 9 children were signed in.
Required correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives must be recorded. Corrected at the time of visit, the director signed the child in. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/4/2025. Correct by 02/25/2025
Limited Supervisory visit · January 29, 2025
2.223.A.2 · Correction due January 29, 2025
In the Penguins B classroom, 18 children were in attendance, however, 16 children were checked in after transition.
Required correction: Immediatley, the time a child transitions must be recorded. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher signed the children in. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 2/5/2025. Correct by 01/29/2025
2.223.D.5.a
In the Penguins B classroom, several children were lacking a sheet at nap time.
Required correction: Immediately, all children must be provided with a sheet and blanket. Corrected at the time of visit, the regional
2.224.A.1 · Correction due January 29, 2025
In the Penguins B classroom, a child was lacking milk at lunchtime and was provided water..
Required correction: Immediately, the center must follow and meet the USDA guidelines and requirements. Submit a written statement of compliance by 2/5/2025. Correct by 01/29/2025
2.224.B.2 · Correction due January 29, 2025
In the Hummingbirds A classroom, one baby was laying on a Boppy pillow while the teacher fed them.
Required correction: Immediately, all babies must be held for bottle feeding or must be able to hold their own bottle while sitting. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher held the baby while feeding. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 2/5/2025. Correct by 01/29/2025
Outside of the Hummingbirds A classroom, a bottle of sanitizer labled "keep out of reach of children" was in a
2.230.B · Correction due January 29, 2025
In the Penguins B classroom, a torn book was on the floor, causing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, all materials must be in good repair and safe for the children. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher threw away the book. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 2/5/2025. Correct by 01/29/2025
Complaint · December 11, 2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due December 11, 2024
In the Hummingbird C classroom, 4 children were signed in, however 7 children were in attendance. In the Penguins B classroom, the teacher stated there were 12 children, however, 11 children were in attendance.
Required correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives must be recorded. Staff members must know how many children are in attendance at all times. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher signed the children in. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 12/18/2024. Correct by 12/11/2024
2.229.H · Correction due December 11, 2024
In the Ducklings A classroom, a hole puncher and a stapler remover was in an unlocked drawer, accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, all sharp tools must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/18/2024. Correct by 12/11/2024
2.230.A · Correction due December 11, 2024
In the Ducklings A and Ducklings B classroom, several toys were put away and inaccessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, a variety of toys must be available to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/18/2024. Correct by 12/11/2024
2.230.B · Correction due December 11, 2024
In the Cardinals B classroom, the rug was lifting up causing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, indoor furnishings must be safe and free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/18/2024. Correct by 12/11/2024
Complaint · December 11, 2024
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 · June 25, 2024
2.222.A.1.b · Correction due June 25, 2024
In the Cardinals B classroom, wipes were in a cubby and on the diaper changing table, accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, diaper supplies must have a place inaccessible to children, for storing. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher placed the wipes in an area inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/2/2024. Correct by 06/25/2024
In the Hummingbirds A classroom, the teacher stated they had 7 children, however, they had 6 in
2.223.C.2.a · Correction due June 25, 2024
In the Hummingbirds A classroom, a loose sheet was on a mattress for the crib. No child was in the crib at the time of visit.
Required correction: Immediately, mattresses for cribs must have a properly fitted sheet. Corrected at the time of visit, the director removed the sheet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/2/2024. Correct by 06/25/2024
2.229.C · Correction due June 25, 2024
In the Cardinals B classroom, bubbles labeled "keep out of reach of children" were in a cubby, 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 removed the bubbles and placed them in a cabinet, inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/2/2024. Correct by 06/25/2024
2.229.R.7 · Correction due June 25, 2024
In the Penguins A classroom, musical instruments were locked in the cabinet, inaccessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, musical instruments must be accessible to children throughout the day. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher placed the musical instruments back on the shelf, making them accessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/2/2024 Correct by 06/25/2024
2.230.B · Correction due June 25, 2024
In the Cardinals B and Robins classroom, paint was chipping on the lower walls under the windows, causing a potential hazard. In the Penguins B classroom, the left bathroom door was loose off the hinges, causing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, all indoor equipment and furnishings must be safe and free of hazards. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/2/2025. Correct by 06/25/2024
2.225.B · Correction due June 25, 2024
In the Robins classroom, observed Erica G-N., using a harsh tone to direct the children. She guided a child with the palm of her hand on the back of the child's head to get them to move from one location to another.
Required correction: Immediately, children must not be subjected to physical harm or humiliation. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/2/2024. Correct by 06/25/2024
2.218.C.4 · Correction due June 25, 2024
Reviewed 11 child files. Observed one child's general health statement confirming child has an allergy but is lacking the health care plan and medication.
Required correction: Immediately, if a child has a special health care they must have a health care plan and associated medication. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/2/2024. Correct by 06/25/2024
Limited Supervisory visit · October 11, 2023
7.702.62.A.2 · Correction due October 11, 2023
In Hummingbird A, there were 6 children in attendance but 5 signed in on the name-to-face sheet.
Required correction: Immediately, the time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Corrected at the time of visit, the teacher signed the child in. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/18/2023. Correct by 10/11/2023
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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