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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 · October 30, 2025
2.213.G · Correction due November 30, 2025
Reviewed 2 staff files. Observed SM1's file (DOH 7/2011) lacking current documentation of a child abuse prevention training.
Required correction: Obtain a child abuse prevention training for all staff within 30 days of employment and renew annually. Correct and submit documentation of training by 11/30/2025. Correct by 11/30/2025
2.219.B.4 · Correction due November 30, 2025
Reviewed 1 child file. Observed CH1's file to be lacking current documentation of a health statement.
Required correction: Obtain a health statement for all children over two years of age to seven. Submit a written statement of compliance by 11/30/2025. Correct by 11/30/2025
2.229.C · Correction due October 30, 2025
In the preschool classroom; observed wipes in a wagon, hand sanitizer on the math shelf, hand soap on the sink, and Purell disenfectant spray on a low shelf. These items are labeled "keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Keep all items labeled "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the items on 10/30/25.** No response is required. Correct by 10/30/2025
2.229.G · Correction due October 30, 2025
In the preschool classroom, observed loose trash bags on a low shelf, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Keep all loose bags inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the loose bags on 10/30/25.** No response is required. Correct by 10/30/2025
2.237.D · Correction due October 30, 2025
In the preschool classroom, observed a personal bag on the floor by the teacher's desk.
Required correction: Keep all personal bags inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the personal bag on 10/30/25.** No response is required. Correct by 10/30/2025
2.121.D.5
Reviewed 2 staff files. Observed SM1's file to be lacking current documentation of an FBI clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's
2.212.J.1.a · Correction due October 30, 2025
Reviewed 2 staff files. Observed SM2's file to be lacking documentation of an Out of State clearance letter. SM2 has resided out of state in the last 5 years. SM2 was alone with children at time of visit.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that SM2 has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of and Out of State Clearance letter for SM2 with written response to the Specialist by 11/30/2025. Correct by 10/30/2025
Supervisory visit · December 4, 2024
2.217.A.14 · Correction due December 4, 2024
Upon arrival, Specialists observed ECT Lois to be alone in the Preschool classroom sweeping up after snack. Lois stated that the children were on the playground with Director Maddie. ECT Lois was sent outside by an Administrator to replace Director Maddie on the playground so Director Maddie could come in and meet with Specialists. Specialists headed outside and met Director Maddie half way to the enclosed playground area and identified through Director Maddie's statement that there were 13 children in care. Specialist observed ECT Lois to be alone on the playground with 13 children, aged 3-5 years, and identified through Director Maddie's statement that she had also been alone with the 13 children prior to ECT Lois coming out to relieve her.
Required correction: Ratios must be observed at all times, unless otherwise specified in rule. **Corrected at time of visit - Director Maddie joined ECT Lois on the playground coming into compliance with ratio on 12/4/24.** Respond with plan for ongoing compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.217.C.6 · Correction due January 4, 2025
Identified through Director Maddie's statement, missing CCHC's bio.
Required correction: Obtain CCHC's bio and retain in Center records. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 01/04/2025
2.229.C · Correction due December 4, 2024
In unsecured storage closet in Preschool classroom, observed 2 pump bottle of Softsoap Antibacterial handsoap, 7 plastic containers of Clorox and Lysol disinfecting wipes, and 3 aerosol cans of Lysol disinfecting spray. In the Kindergarten/Preschool hallway on top of the Kindergarten cubbies, observed a pump bottle of hand sanitizer. All items were labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' and accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Keep all hazardous items and items labeled 'Keep out of reach of children' inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit - Director Maddie stored items inaccessible to children on 12/4/24.** Respond with plan for ongoing compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.229.M
On the Teachers' desk, observed a cylindrical glass vase, with children under the age of 5 years in care. This item was accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Items made of brittle/breakable material should not be accessible to children under the age of 5 years. **Corrected at time of visit - Director Maddie stored vase inaccessible to children on 12/4/24.** Respond with plan for
2.229.H · Correction due December 4, 2024
In unsecured plastic storage container under Teachers' desk, observed 1 pair of adult scissors to be accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.
Required correction: Keep all sharp tools and instruments inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit - Director Maddie stored item inaccessible to children on 12/4/24.** Respond with plan for ongoing compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.237.D · Correction due December 4, 2024
On shelf behind Teachers' desk, observed a staff purse; on top of Teachers' desk, observed a stapler; and, surrounding bulletin board and hanging down to outlet, observed white strand of Christmas lights. These items were accessible to children, posing a potential safety/strangulation hazard.
Required correction: Keep all hazardous items inaccessible to children at all times. **Corrected at time of visit - Director Maddies stored items inaccessible to children on 12/4/24.** Respond with plan for ongoing compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.230.B · Correction due December 4, 2024
On Preschool playground, observed yellow plastic crawl-through tunnel on permanent equipment to be separated horizontally, top half from bottom half, from the left to the right sides, creating approximately a 1" inch gap where children's fingers could get caught.
Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment must be sturdy, safe and free from hazards. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.230.C.8 · Correction due December 4, 2024
On playground under permanent equipment, observed a green tarp to be 3/4 buried with edges exposed. This item was accessible to children, posing a potential tripping hazard.
Required correction: Keep all outdoor play areas safe and free from hazards at all times. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.217.C.4 · Correction due January 4, 2025
Identified through Director Maddie's statement that the CCHC consultation notes were not available for review by Specialist.
Required correction: Obtain CCHC consultation notes and retain in the Center's files for 3 years. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 01/04/2025
2.230.C.1.a · Correction due December 4, 2024
Playground with permanently installed equipment and 2 swings, higher than 18" inches in height, has approximately 1" inch of resilient surface in the surrounding fall zone.
Required correction: All climbing equipment 18" inches or higher must have at least 6" inches of resilient surface material throughout the fall zone. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
Identified through Director Maddie's statement, missing documentation of completion of
2.210.A.2 · Correction due December 4, 2024
Reviewed 2 Staff Files and observed ECT Lois' file (DOH: 10/22/24) to be missing verification of ECT qualification. Lois was observed to be working alone with children on the playground.
Required correction: Obtain verification of qualifications for all staff for the position in which they function, as applicable. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.120.C.1.a · Correction due December 4, 2024
Reviewed 2 Staff Files and observed ECT Lois' file (DOH: 10/22/24) to be missing TRAILS clearance letter.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that ECT Lois has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Lois with written response to Specialist by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.210.A.3 · Correction due January 4, 2025
Missing immunization statement/record for ECT Lois (DOH: 10/22/24).
Required correction: Obtain immunization statement/record for all staff. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 01/04/2025
2.212.J · Correction due December 4, 2024
Missing signed/dated acknowledgement of review of program's policies and procedures for ECT Lois (DOH: 10/22/24).
Required correction: Obtain signed/dated acknowledgement of review of program's policies and procedures for all Staff, prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
2.212.K · Correction due January 4, 2025
Missing signed/dated acknowledgement of review of licensing rules and regulations for ECT Lois (DOH: 10/22/24).
Required correction: Obtain signed/dated acknowledgement of review of licensing rules and regulations for all staff within 30 days of date of hire. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 01/04/2025
Reviewed 2 child files and observed CH2's file to be missing a current emergency medical authorization, signed/dated by parent/guardian.
2.206.A · Correction due December 4, 2024
Reviewed 2 child files and observed CH2's file to be missing current signed/dated policies and procedures review acknowledgement.
Required correction: Obtain current signed/dated policies and procedures review acknowledgement for all children at the time of enrollment and as required thereafter. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 1/4/25. Correct by 12/04/2024
Supervisory visit · January 9, 2024
2.209.B.4 · Correction due February 9, 2024
Reviewed 2 child files and observed CH2 to be missing current health statement completed by a health care provider.
Required correction: Obtain a current health statement completed by a health care provider for CH2. Correct and respond with a statement of compliance by 2/9/24. Correct by 02/09/2024
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 13, 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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