Augustana Early Learning Center

2.133.A · Correction due July 6, 2026

Reviewed 19 staff files. Observed SM14's file lacking documentation of a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness.

Required correction: Obtain a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness for all staff prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with documentation of training by 7/13/2026. Correct by 07/06/2026

2.213.G

Reviewed 19 staff files. Observed SM14's file lacking documentation of a Department-approved training about Child Abuse Prevention.

2.229.C · Correction due August 19, 2025

In the Cricket classroom, observed hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unsecured cabinet, accessible to children and 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 locked the cabinet on 8/19/25.** No response required. Correct by 08/19/2025

2.229.L · Correction due August 19, 2025

On the playground used by children under the age of 3, observed small pieces of chalk to fit into the choke tube, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard.

Required correction: Keep all choke hazards inaccessible to children under the age of three. **Corrected at time of visit, staff member removed the chalk pieces on 8/19/25.** No response required. Correct by 08/19/2025

In the Cricket classroom and Ladybugs classroom, observed personal bags in an unsecured cabinet,

2.213.N · Correction due September 19, 2025

Reviewed 14 staff files. Observed SM1 to be responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of the child immunization records. Observed SM1's file to be lacking current documentation of a Dpeartment approved immunization training.

Required correction: Obtain a Department-approved immunization for any staff responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of the child immunization records. Correct and respond with documentation of training to specialist with written response by 9/19/2025. Correct by 09/19/2025

2.213.G · Correction due August 19, 2025

Reviewed 14 staff files. Observed SM4's file (DOH 8/1/24) to be lacking current documentation of a Department-approved child abuse prevention training.

Required correction: Obtain a Department-approved child abuse prevention training for all staff. Correct immediately and respond with documentation of training to specialist with written response by 9/19/2025 Correct by 08/19/2025

2.213.B · Correction due August 19, 2025

Reviewed 14 staff files. Observed SM4, SM8 and SM12's file to be lacking current documentation of a Department-approved standard precautions training.

Required correction: Obtain a Department-approved standard precautions training for all staff. Correct immediately and respond with documentation of training to specialist with written response by 9/19/2025. Correct by 08/19/2025

2.229.L · Correction due October 3, 2024

Observed in Ladybugs classroom (children under 3 years old) pieces of crayon, art fuzz balls, and seashells small enough to fit in a choke tube. In Bumblee classroom (2-3year olds) observed marker caps small enough to fit in a choke tube. These items were accessible to children, causing a potential choking hazard.

Required correction: Ensure all materials accessible to children under 3 years old are not choke hazards. **Corrected at time of visit, all items listed were removed from the classroom during inspection on 10/3/24. No response required.** Correct by 10/03/2024

Founded · 7.702.46.A.3 · Correction due March 3, 2023

The Director of the center must be present at the center at least sixty percent (60%) of any day that the center is open.

Required correction: The Director must be present at the center at least 60% of every day that the program is in operation. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/17/23.

Unfounded · 7.701.33.F. · Correction due March 3, 2023

The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to probationary or fine a child care facility or child placement agency if the applicant(s), an affiliate of the applicant, or any person living with or employed by the applicant has been found to violate any of the provisions set forth in section 26-6-108(2), C.R.S.:

Required correction: The Department may deny, revoke, suspend, change to Probationary or fine a child care facility if the program is found to violate requirements of section 26-6-108(2), C.R.S. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/17/23.

Unfounded · 7.702.2.A. · Correction due March 3, 2023

The governing body must appoint a Director who will be responsible to the governing body and who will be delegated the authority and responsibility for the operation of the center according to its defined purpose and policies.

Required correction: The governing body must appoint a qualified Director who is responsible for the daily operations of the center. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/17/23.