Colorado Academy Early Childhood Programs

2.229.L · Correction due June 11, 2026

2 small pieces of chalk on the toddler playground, posing a potential choking hazard.

Required correction: Materials that could pose a choking hazard must not be accessible to children, correct immediately 6/11/26. *Corrected at time of inspection, Director removed the chalk from the playground. No response is required. Correct by 06/11/2026

2.230.B · Correction due June 11, 2026

grip tape on a bridge on the toddler playground to be loose posing a potential tripping hazard.

Required correction: Materials must be safe and free of hazards, correct immediately 6/11/26. *Corrected at time of inspection, Director removed the tape. No response is required. Correct by 06/11/2026

No staff with current medication delegation was available to review.

2.230.B · Correction due November 11, 2025

In the preschool classroom, a cord plugged into the wall but not into a device. Previously cited on 10/14/2025.

Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free from hazards. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, the Director removed the cord completely to the locked kitchen and informed staff that it is to stay in the kitchen area. No response required. Correct by 11/11/2025

2.230.B · Correction due October 14, 2025

A charging cord plugged into the wall, but not into a device in the preschool room, accessible to children.

Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free from hazards. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, the Assistant Director moved the cord to be inaccessible. No Response required. Correct by 10/14/2025

2.230.C.1.c · Correction due August 20, 2025

On the Pre-K playground, the resilient material compacted.

Required correction: Loose fill resilient material must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency. Correct immediately. Correct by 08/20/2025

2.237.H · Correction due August 20, 2025

In the Pre-K Casita room, two string lights to have an additional plug on the back that was not covered at floor level.

Required correction: All electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, the Assistant Director covered the outlets. No response required. Correct by 08/20/2025

2.133.B · Correction due June 25, 2025

Reviewed 7 staff files and found no documentation that the staff have been trained on the use of available fire extinguishers.

Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation that the staff have been trained on the use of available fire extinguishers. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/25/2025

2.216.B.1.c · Correction due June 25, 2025

Reviewed 7 staff files and found S.Y. to be assigned as an infant teacher with no documentation of an orientation.

Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation that infant staff have completed an 8 hour orientation training. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/25/2025

2.230.C.1.a · Correction due June 25, 2025

The slides on the Preschool Playground and the Pre-K playground to have only 3-4 inches on resilient material.

Required correction: All climbing equipment over 18 inches must have at least 6 inches of resilient material. Correct immediately. Corrected at the time of inspection, Director raked the wood chips. No response required. Correct by 06/25/2025

2.212.G · Correction due July 25, 2025

Reviewed 7 staff files and found G.H. (DOH 5/19/25) and S.Y. (DOH 7/21/23) to be missing a medical statement.

Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of a medical statement for all staff. Correct within 30 days. Correct by 07/25/2025

2.133.A · Correction due June 25, 2025

Reviewed 7 staff files and found G.H. to be missing the Department-approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training.

Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation that G. has completed the Department-approved Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/25/2025

2.229.L · Correction due May 1, 2024

At time of inspection a Melissa and Doug puzzle with a manufacture label of 4+ was on a low shelf, accessible to children, in the infant room. This is a direct violation of stipulation P on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation P states "Choking hazards must be inaccessible to children under three (3) years of age".

Required correction: Toy's with a manufacture label of 4+ must be inaccessible to children under the age of 4. Corrected at the time of visit: J. removed the puzzle to the storage area. No written response needed. Correct by 05/01/2024

At time of inspection, the gate to the kitchen in the Toddler classroom was open. This is a direct violation of stipulation Q on the probationary license. Probationary stipulation Q states “Licensee shall ensure all indoor and outdoor play areas are maintained in safe condition and that hazardous, high-risk areas are made inaccessible to children.”

2.229.C · Correction due January 9, 2024

In preschool bathroom, observed a bottle of air freshener with a manufacture label of "keep out of reach of children", this bottle was in the shower behind a plastic curtain, and within reach of children.

Required correction: Immediately, all items with a manufacture label of 'keep out of reach of children' must be inaccessible to all children. Corrected at the time of visit: J. removed the bottle to an area that is gated off from children. No response needed. Correct by 01/09/2024

7.701.33.D.5 · Correction due December 18, 2023

Reviewed 9 staff files, identified C.H. missing a current FBI clearance letter.

Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) webpage PowerPoint. Submit verification that staff member C. has reviewed the PowerPoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI, Clearance Letters for staff member C., with a written response to the Specialist. Correct by 12/18/2023

7.702.71.H · Correction due November 15, 2023

In the Casita classroom, observed an unlocked drawer in the kitchen that had an adult knif. This was accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately on 11/15/23, all sharp tools must inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of visit: J. removed knife to a locked cabinet. No response needed. Correct by 11/15/2023