Colorado Department of Early Childhood cited something at 6 of the 7 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.
Limited Supervisory visit · July 14, 2026
2.223.D.5.a.1 · Correction due July 14, 2026
Cots spaced less than 2 feet apart in the DPS-B and Preschool classroom.
Required correction: Cots must be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time. Correct by 07/14/2026
Supervisory visit · June 18, 2026
2.212.N · Correction due June 18, 2026
Reviewed 28 staff files, observed SM11 an SM22 to be missing documentation of training on the centers policies and procedures for the administration of medication.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of training on the centers policies and procedures for the administraion of medication for SM11 and SM22. Retain in staff file. Submit written documentaion of compliance to specialist. Correct by 06/18/2026
2.212.G
Reviewed 28 staff files, observed SM15 (DOH 10/15/25) to be missing documenation of medical statement signed by a physician
2.138.A · Correction due June 18, 2026
Incomplete emergency drill log. No fire drills completed from August-December 2025. No emergency drills documented for 2025 Q3 or Q4. Previously cited on 6/20/2025.
Required correction: Emergency drills must be completed and documented at least quarterly. Fire drills must be completed and documented monthly. Correct by 06/18/2026
Limited Supervisory visit · May 19, 2026
2.229.L · Correction due May 19, 2026
Small pompoms on child art work in the DPS-A classroom, accessible to children under the age of 3 years, posing a choking hazard. Previously cited on 7/7/2023, 3/5/2025, 3/13/2025.
Required correction: All materials accessible to children under the age of 3 years must not pose a choking hazard. Director removed the art from the classroom. Submit plan of ongoing compliance. Correct by 05/19/2026
2.229.C · Correction due May 19, 2026
A bag of Miracle Grow potting soil labeled "keep out of reach of children" open on a shelf in the PreK classroom, identified that the soil was used to fill the sensory table, accessible to children. Previously cited on 3/5/2025, 1/16/2026.
Required correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Sensory table was removed from the classroom. Submit written plan of ongoing compliance. Correct by 05/19/2026
2.233.A.3 · Correction due May 19, 2026
A 4-year old child signed into the Toddler A classroom, licnesed for ages 12-36months for 15mins in the morning.
Required correction: Children must be cared for in the appropriate licensed aged group. Submit a written plan of ongoing compliance. Correct by 05/19/2026
Limited Supervisory visit · April 22, 2026
2.217.A.15.d · Correction due April 22, 2026
15 children in the DPS-A classroom, licensed for 14 children. Name to face records show that the 15th child arrived at 9:18am, licensing specialist observed 15 children at 9:47am. Previously cited on 10/2/2025.
Required correction: Licensed capacity must not be exceed at any time. One child was moved to the toddler classroom. Submit a written plan of ongoing compliance to the specialist. Correct by 04/22/2026
Supervisory visit · June 20, 2025
2.214.A · Correction due June 20, 2025
Director Brianna J. to have an expired (exp: 6/10/25) Large Center Director and Level 3 Credential. Assistant director has current qualifications to act as director.
Required correction: Obtain current documentation of director qualifications. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist. Correct by 06/20/2025
2.213.B · Correction due July 20, 2025
Reviewed 23 staff files, observed Brianna J, to have an expired (4/7/25) Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of current standard precautions training. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist. Correct by 07/20/2025
2.220.D · Correction due June 20, 2025
2 over the counter medications to be missing labels with the children first and last names.
Required correction: Over-the-counter medication must be labeled with the child's first and last name. Corrected at the time of inspection, director labeled each bottle of medication with childrens names. No response is necessary. Correct by 06/20/2025
2.213.D · Correction due July 20, 2025
Reviewed 23 staff files, observed Brianna J, to have an expired (4/7/25) shaken baby training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of current shaken baby training. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist. Correct by 07/20/2025
2.213.G · Correction due July 20, 2025
Reviewed 23 staff files, observed Brianna J, to have an expired (4/8/25) child abuse training.
Required correction: Obtain documentation of current child abuse training. Submit documentation of compliance to specialist. Correct by 07/20/2025
2.213.N
Reviewed 23 staff files, observed Brianna J, to have an expired (8/31/24) immunization training.
2.138.A · Correction due June 20, 2025
No documentation of emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter drills conducted during the first quarter of 2025.
Required correction: Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter drills must be held at least quarterly. Correct by 06/20/2025
Complaint · March 5, 2025
2.225.G · Correction due March 5, 2025
Identified through mutiple staff statments that they have witnessed staff member 3 use degragatory language toward children in the classroom more than once.
Required correction: Verbal abuse and derogutory remarks must never be used. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.229.C · Correction due March 5, 2025
A tube of Aquaphor and a tube of Diaper Balm, both labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" located on a low shelf in the DPS bathroom, accessible to children in the DPS bathroom.
Required correction: All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection, director moved both tubes to a high shelf, inaccessible to children. No response is necessary. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.223.A.1
Identified through multiple staff statements that two children in PreK have run off the preschool playground, through a gate onto the DPS playground around the side of the building, out of direct sight of the only supervising staff member in the classroom on more than one occasion. Identified through director statement that one incident occurred last week, identified by another staff statement that another incident occurred 3/4/2025, identified by a third staff member that a third incident occurred recently on an unknown date.
2.229.G · Correction due March 5, 2025
Roll of loose plastic bags on a low shelf accessible to children in the DPS bathroom, posing a safety hazard.
Required correction: Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection, director moved to a high shelf, inaccessible to children. No response is necessary. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.229.L · Correction due March 5, 2025
Marbles in the sensory table, with children under the age of 3 years present in the Preschool classroom.
Required correction: Ensure all materials accessible to children under age 3 years are not a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of inspection, teachers removed from the sensory table. No response needed. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.225.B · Correction due March 5, 2025
Identified through mutiple staff statments that they have witnessed staff member 3 threaten and swear at children on more than one occasion.
Required correction: Children must never be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.229.G · Correction due March 5, 2025
Roll of loose plastic bags on a low shelf accessible to children in the DPS bathroom, posing a safety hazard.
Required correction: Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of inspection, director moved to a high shelf, inaccessible to children. No response is necessary. Correct by 03/05/2025
2.229.L · Correction due March 5, 2025
Marbles in the sensory table, with children under the age of 3 years present in the Preschool classroom.
Required correction: Ensure all materials accessible to children under age 3 years are not a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of inspection, teachers removed from the sensory table. No response needed. Correct by 03/05/2025
Complaint · March 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.
Complaint · August 6, 2024
Unfounded
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 · July 11, 2024
2.219.B.4 · Correction due August 11, 2024
Reviewed 10 children's records and observed one child to be missing documentation of a current health statement.
Required correction: Obtain current health statements for all children as required. Correct by 8.11.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist. Correct by 08/11/2024
2.220.A · Correction due July 11, 2024
A health care plan to be missing written parental consent.
Required correction: Obtain written parental consent for all health care plans and medications. Correct immediately by 7.11.2024, and submit a written statement of compliance to Specialist by 8.11.2024. Correct by 07/11/2024
2.223.D.4.c · Correction due July 11, 2024
Two children in the pre-k classroom to be on their cots and to be missing sheets. Once child was missing a blanket.
Required correction: A fitted sheet and a blanket must be provided to all children who are required to rest. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director provided each child with a sheet and blanket. No response required. Correct by 07/11/2024
2.230.C.1.a · Correction due July 11, 2024
As red slide on the Discovery Preschool playground to measure 22 inches in height and to be placed on the grass posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: All climbing equipment must have sufficient resilient surfacing surrounding the fall zones. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The Director moved the slide to an area with resilient surfacing. No response required. Correct by 07/11/2024
Complaint · August 25, 2023
Founded · 7.701.33.D.4.a. · Correction due August 28, 2023
Criminal background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-aged child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.
Required correction: Criminal background checks must be completed for all individuals caring for children. Correct immediately by 8.28.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 9.11.2023.
Founded · 7.702.45.B.1.b.1 · Correction due August 28, 2023
An Infant Program Early Childhood Teacher must meet the following requirements: Meet the qualifications for an Early Childhood Teacher found at Section 7.702.45, A, or be qualified as an Infant Program Supervisor.
Required correction: Infant program early childhood teachers must meet early childhood teacher qualifications. Correct immediately by 8.28.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance and documentation of the qualifications to the Specialist by 9.11.2023.
Founded · 7.702.46.A.14 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due August 28, 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: Staff-to-child ratio must be maintained at all times. Correct immediately by 8.28.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 9.11.2023 Previously cited on 8.23.2023.
Founded · 7.702.51.A.2.b · Child Records · Correction due September 11, 2023
At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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.
Required correction: Obtain current health statements for all children. Correct by 9.11.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist.
Founded · 7.702.62.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due August 28, 2023
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.
Required correction: Staff members must complete attendance verification throughout the day and know how many children they are caring for. Correct immediately by 8.28.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 9.11.2023.
Founded · 7.701.100.A. · General Rules · Correction due August 28, 2023
Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. For seasonal children's resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the State Department-approved training
Required correction: Obtain the required emergency and disaster preparedness training. For all staff members prior to working with children. Correct immediately by 8.28.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 9.11.2023.
Complaint · August 22, 2023
Founded · 7.702.46.A.14 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due August 23, 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: Staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times. The ratio for infants is 5 infants to 1 staff member. Correct immediately, 8/23/23. Document compliance to the Specialist by 8/30/23.
Founded · 7.701.56.C. · General Rules · Correction due August 23, 2023
At all times during the operating hours of a family child care home, child care center, preschool, school age child care, children?s resident camp, and neighborhood youth organization, the facility must post in a prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a complaint with the Colorado Department of Human Services, Division Of Early Care And Learning, including the telephone number and mailing address. All 24-hour care agencies and facilities providing out-of-home care and day treatment centers must post in prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a complaint with the Colorado Department of Human Services, division of child welfare, including the telephone number and mailing address. For foster care homes and child placement agencies, information for filing a complaint must be made available upon request.
Required correction: At all times, the facility must post in a prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a compliant. Correct immediately, 8/23/23. ***Corrected at time of visit. No response required.
Complaint · May 1, 2023
Founded · 7.702.64.B · Guidance · Correction due May 8, 2023
Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.
Required correction: Children must not be subjected to humiliation. Correct immediately by 5.8.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 5.15.2023.
Founded · 7.702.62.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due May 8, 2023
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.
Required correction: All staff members must know how many children are in their care at all times. Correct imeediately by 5.8.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialst by 5. 15. 2023.
Founded · 7.702.62.A.3 · Personnel · Correction due May 8, 2023
Staff must be awake, alert, and actively supervising all children.
Required correction: Staff members must be actively supervising children at all times. Correct immediately by 5.8.2023, and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 5.15.2023.
Founded · 7.702.41.E · Personnel · Correction due May 8, 2023
When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.
Required correction: Staff members must refrain from using electronic devices while supervising children. Correct immediately by 5.8.2023 and submit a written statement of compliance to the Specialist by 5. 15. 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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