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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 · November 22, 2025
2.320.A.9.a
Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider was taking the 3 children to the mall to the play place. Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider did not give advance notice to parents in writing.
2.312.R.1 · Correction due December 22, 2025
Review the provider and the provider was lacking all 15 hours of ongoing professional developement training.
Required correction: The provider must complete 15 hours of ongoing professional developement training each year. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 12/22/2025
2.321.A.3
Reviewed 3 children's files and all 3 children were lacking a health statement and have been enrolled for more than 30 days.
2.335.A · Correction due November 22, 2025
Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider was unable to open a room that was located upstairs. Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider stated the door was locked and she was unable to open the door.
Required correction: The entire premises are subject to inspection for licensing and safety purposes including, but not limited to, the entire residence and where care is to be provided, the grounds surrounding the residence, the basement, the attic , the storage shed, garage or carport, and any vehicles used for transportation of children in care. Correct immediately and respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.335.G · Correction due November 22, 2025
In the front living room there was exposed wiring from a wall outlet lower to the ground tha was accessible to children.
Required correction: Fire hazards such as defective electrical or gas appliances and electric cords, dangerous or defective heating or cooking equipment, or exposed wiring, must be repaired by a qualified repair and/or service company or removed from the family child care home. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
Through out the home there was peeling and chipping paint.
2.124.A.3.b · Correction due November 22, 2025
Licensing Specialist observed 3 children upstairs in the loft area that is not licensed for child care. Upper floor may not be used for child care is listed on the providers license under conditions.
Required correction: The provider may not allow children to use the upper floor of the home without Department Approval. Correct immediately and respond with a verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.127.B · Correction due November 22, 2025
At the time of the visit the provider did not have the most recent inspection posted or notice as to where the report maybe reviewed.
Required correction: At all times during operating hours the provider must post the most recent inspection or a notice as to where the report maybe reviewed. Correct immediately and respond with a verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.135.A
The provider was lacking a written plan for emergency notification of parents and reunification of families follwing an emergency or disaster.
2.138.A · Correction due November 22, 2025
Confirmed through the provider statement the provider did not have an emergency drill log to review.
Required correction: 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. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.317.A · Correction due November 22, 2025
Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider does not have a working unblocked telephone.
Required correction: The family child care home must have a working unblocked telephone that has the capacity to receive all incoming and reverse 911 calls, and record voicemails during child care hours. Correct immediately and respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.317.A.2 · Correction due November 22, 2025
Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider has not made the telephone number available to the department.
Required correction: The telephone number must be made available to each parent and the Department. Correct immediately and respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.336.C.2 · Correction due November 22, 2025
In the front living room there was two uncovered outlets located across from the stairs leading up to the upper floor.
Required correction: All rooms accessible to children, all electrical outlets must have a protective cover. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.312.H · Correction due November 22, 2025
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider had an expired (7/31/2025) child abuse prevention training.
Required correction: The provider must complete a child abuse prevention training and renew annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider had an expired (7/30/2025) safe sleep training.
2.321.A.2.c · Correction due November 22, 2025
Reviewed 3 children's files and all 3 children were lacking proof of immunizations.
Required correction: Review and ensure all children must have proof of immunizations before or on the first day of care. Correct immiately and repond with verification compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.338.A
Confirmed through the providers statement the provider does transport children often. The provider was lacking proof of current automobile insurance.
2.312.C · Correction due November 22, 2025
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider had an expired (7/30/2025) standard precautions training.
Required correction: The provider must complete a standard precautions training and renew annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.124.A.3.d · Correction due November 22, 2025
Confirmed through the provider's statement the provider is the only household member in the home. The provider has not properly notified the department of the other house hold members that are no longer residing in the home.
Required correction: The provider must notify the department in writing that chane of residents in the home. Correct immediately and respond with a verification of compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.312.J
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider had an expired (8/18/2025) immunization training.
2.121.D.5 · Correction due November 22, 2025
Reviewed background checks for all household members and all household members 1, 2, and 3 over the age of 18 had expired FBI clearance letter.
Required correction: Provider must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification the provider reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Notify the Licensing Specialist in writing once the resident has completed the fingerprinting process by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.311.A.14 · Correction due December 22, 2025
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider was lacking a current health statement.
Required correction: A health statement must be completed every 2. The health statement must be signed and dated by a health care provider. Correct and respond with a plan for on going compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 12/22/2025
In the kitchen there was an unlocked drawer with many loose long cord accessible to children posing a possible strangulation hazard. In the kitchen on the top of the kitchen counter next to the sink there were two dishwasher pods accessible to children
2.312.N
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider was lacking a training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals.
Required correction: The provider must complete a training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals.
2.318.C.3 · Correction due November 22, 2025
At the time of the visit the provider did not have records of monthly smoke alarm testing.
Required correction: The following emergency records must be kept and maintained at the family child care home for twelve (12) months:Dates of annual review of emergency plans per rule section 2.317(B). Correct immediately and respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.317.B.1 · Correction due November 22, 2025
At the time of the visit the provider did not have a fire safety and evacuation plan.
Required correction: The provider must have a written fire safety and evacuation plan that is reviewed at least annually. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025 Correct by 11/22/2025
2.335.N · Correction due November 22, 2025
At the time of the visit there were 3 dogs in the home. The provider was lacking proof of vaccination for one dog.
Required correction: Any animals in the family child care home must be vaccinated as required by state law and local ordinance, and proof of vaccination must be available for review by the licensing specialist. Correct and respond with a plan of ongoing compliance by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
The provider was lacking a plan for an emergency, personal or family situation that requires the provider to leave the family child care home immediately,
2.335.Y · Correction due November 22, 2025
The storm door spring door closer was broken and laying in the door way posing a possible tripping hazard.
Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings including the spring door closer must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 12/22/2025 Correct by 11/22/2025
2.121.A.1 · Correction due November 22, 2025
Reviewed background checks for all household members and household member # 3 was lacking a CBI clearance letter/date.
Required correction: Provider must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification the provider reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Notify the Licensing Specialist in writing once the resident has completed the fingerprinting process by 12/22/2025. Correct by 11/22/2025
2.337.A.17.b
Confirmed through the provider's statement the outside backyard is not being being used for child in care.
Supervisory visit · August 13, 2024
2.121.D.5 · Correction due August 13, 2024
Reviewed background checks for all household members and all household members Tonya, Enechia, Elechia, and Eboney over the age of 18 had an expired FBI clearance letters.
Required correction: Provider must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification the provider reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Notify Licensing Specialist in writing once the resident has completed the fingerprinting process by 9/12/2024, Correct by 08/13/2024
The provider did not have a posting regarding the procuders for filing a compliant with the Colorado Deparment of Early Childhood, including the telephone number and mailing address.
2.311.A.14 · Correction due September 12, 2024
Reviewed the provider's file and the provider was lacking a health statement.
Required correction: Ensure the provider must have a health statement and obatin a health statement every 2 years. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 9/12/2024. Correct by 09/12/2024
2.312.J · Correction due August 13, 2024
Reviewed the providers file and the provider was lacking a current immunization training.
Required correction: Ensure that the provider has completed and renews the immunization training annually. Correct immedately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/12/2024. Correct by 08/13/2024
2.335.N · Correction due August 13, 2024
The provider was lacking proof of vaccination for thier dog.
Required correction: Ensure that the provider obtains proof of vaccination for any animials including the dog. Correct immedately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/12/2024. Correct by 08/13/2024
2.336.C.1 · Correction due August 13, 2024
In the kitchen there were 2 large knives in an unlocked drawer as well as cleaning products labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabenit under the sink. The kitchen knives and cleaning products were accessible to children.
Required correction: Ensure that all hazardous items including the knives and clearning products must be inaccessible to children. Correct immedately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/12/2024. Correct by 08/13/2024
2.337.D.2 · Correction due August 13, 2024
Outside in the backyard there were different pieces of wood, weeds, and debris all over the outdoor play space posing possible safety hazards.
Required correction: Ensure that all outdoor play areas must be kept safe and free of hazardous materials or debris including different pieces of wood, weeds, and debris. Correct immedately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/12/2024. Correct by 08/13/2024
In the livingroom area where the book shelf is located there are small areas of peeling paint.
2.336.C.11 · Correction due August 13, 2024
There were several gallon paint cans less than 3 feet away from the furnace and water heater.
Required correction: Enusre that flammable or combustible items must be stored at least 3 feet from the furnace and water heater. Correct immedately and respond with verification (photo) of compliance by 9/12/2024. Correct by 08/13/2024
2.329.H.1
Licensing specialist asked to see the sleep/ rest equipment for infants at the time of the visit and the provider could not provider the pack and play at the time of the visit.
Required correction: Each infant up to 12 months must be provided with an individual crib or futon approved for infant or other approved sleep/or rest equipment meeting CPSC standards. Correct immedately and respond with verification of
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