Denver · Licensed center
Inner City Christian School Partnership
- Small faith-based center, licensed for 20 children.
What the state has found
The state lists 4 visits below. Shortlist has not read the reports behind them, so there is no share of visits that cited something to set beside other providers yet.
State record — Colorado Department of Early Childhood
- Last visit
- March 9, 2026
- On file
- 4 visits since April 2024
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was April 8, 2026. Colorado Department of Early Childhood does not publish whether it was made.
- Most serious
- Colorado Department of Early Childhood does not publish a severity level for a citation, so there is no most-serious to name.
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.
Mar 2026 Supervisory visit 20 findings
Supervisory visit · March 9, 2026
2.223.A.2 · Correction due March 9, 2026
Identified through SM1's statement that the classrooms do no document attendance tracking throughout the day when the groups transition.
Required correction: Staff must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.213.B · Correction due March 9, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of current Standard Precautions training for SM1, SM2, SM3,.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Standard Precautions training for all staff. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.230.B · Correction due March 9, 2026
Wire netting meant to enclose a radiator to be torn away from frame exposing starp wire edges and accessible to children in the lunch room.
Required correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.219.B.1 · Correction due March 9, 2026
Reviewed 2 child files and observed no documentation of immunization records for one child.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of immunization records. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.219.B.2
Reviewed 2 child files and observed no documentation of health statement for one child.
2.217.A.15.d · Correction due March 9, 2026
16 preschool aged children in room 102 which is only licensed for 15 children due to square footage.
Required correction: The licensed room capacity must not be exceeded at any time. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.217.A.10.a · Correction due March 9, 2026
SM3 alone with 16 mixed age preschoolers during nap time and only 1 child was asleep.
Required correction: Maintain proper ratios at all times. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.133.A · Correction due March 9, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of emergency and disaster preparedness training for SM2.
Required correction: All staff must obtain and emergency and disaster preparedness training prior to working with children. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.120.A
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of CBI clearance letter for SM2.
2.213.A · Correction due March 9, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Pre-Service training for SM2.
Required correction: All staff must obtain Pre-Service training prior to working with children. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.229.C · Correction due March 9, 2026
Several bottles of cleaning supplies including bleach, dish soap, and industrial soap, and Clorox wipes in unlocked cabinets in the kitchen attached to the children's lunch room and observed a first aid kit with alcohol wipes and a bottle of baby oil in cubbies in Room 102 all labeled 'keep out of reach of children' and all accessible to children, posing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - kitchen door was closed and locked and first aid kit and baby oil were removed from the classroom. Correct by 03/09/2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention & Reporting training for SM1, SM3.
2.213.H · Correction due April 8, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Introduction to Early Intervention training for SM2, SM3.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Introduction to Early Intervention training. Correct by 04/08/2026
2.213.I · Correction due April 8, 2026
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Recognizing Bias training for SM2, SM3.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Recognizing the Impact of Bias training for all staff. Correct by 04/08/2026
2.213.L
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of child development training for SM2.
2.217.A.8.b · Correction due March 9, 2026
SM3 alone supervising children during nap time in Room 102. Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of AECT qualifications for SM3.
Required correction: Maintain supervision with appropriately qualified staff at all times. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.223.D.4.c · Correction due March 9, 2026
Five children in Room 102 to have no sheet or blanket on their mat during nap time.
Required correction: A fitted sheet or suitable mat covering and a blanket must be provided for each child. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.223.D.5.a.1 · Correction due March 9, 2026
Children spaced approximately 3 inches apart between mats during nap time in Room 102.
Required correction: Mats must be spaced at least 2 feet apart on all sides during rest time. Correct by 03/09/2026
2.213.N
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Immunization training for SM1 who maintains child files.
2.138.A · Correction due March 9, 2026
Reviewed drill logs and observed documentation 3 fire drills in the past year, no tornado drills in the past year, and 1 emergency drill conducted in the past year.
Required correction: Conduct and maintain documentation of fire drills monthly, tornado drills monthly March-October, and emergency drills quarterly. Correct by 03/09/2026
Apr 2025 Supervisory visit 7 findings
Supervisory visit · April 11, 2025
2.229.C · Correction due April 11, 2025
Four cans of paint in an unlocked cabinet in the main hallway accessible to children and posing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - staff member moved all paint cans to a locked closet making them inaccessible to children. No response required. Correct by 04/11/2025
2.230.B · Correction due April 11, 2025
One tricycle missing a handle and a see-saw with torn cushions on the seat exposing plastic grid base both on the preschool playground, accessible to children, and posing a potential hazard. Observe two large kitchen knives in a drying rack in the open kitchen accessible to children and posing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. PARTIALLY CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director removed tricycle from the playground and put knives in a high shelfmaking them inaccessible to children. Correct by 04/11/2025
2.230.C.3.c · Correction due April 11, 2025
A dome climber measuring approximately 5 feet in height on the narrow preschool playground with only approximately 2.5-3 feet of use zone on two sides of the dome climber.
Required correction: Preschool climbing equipment must hav ea 6 fott use zone surrounding the equipment. Correct by 04/11/2025
2.237.H · Correction due April 11, 2025
Several uncovered outlets in room 107 accessible to children and posing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately cover all outlets accessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director covered all uncovered outlets. No response required. Correct by 04/11/2025
2.213.B · Correction due April 11, 2025
Reviewed 2 staff files and observed staff member T. to have no current documentation of Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Standard Precautions training. Correct by 04/11/2025
2.219.B.2
Reviewed 2 child files and observed no current documentation of health statement for 1 child.
2.219.B.1 · Correction due April 11, 2025
Reviewed 2 child files and observed no documentation of immunization records for 1 child.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of immunization records. Correct by 04/11/2025
Aug 2024 Original Change of Location/Type visit 4 findings
Original Change of Location/Type visit · August 12, 2024
2.212.G
Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of original health statement for staff members T.J., A. and no subsequent self-reported health history for staff member A.
2.213.A · Correction due August 12, 2024
Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of building and physical premises training for staff members A.T., J.A.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of pre-service training for all staff prior to working with children. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/12/2024
2.213.G · Correction due August 12, 2024
Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention training for staff member T.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Abuse Prevention training for staff member T. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 08/12/2024
Reviewed 4 staff files and observed no documentation of child development training for staff member J.
Apr 2024 Supervisory visit 18 findings
Supervisory visit · April 3, 2024
2.223.A.2 · Correction due April 3, 2024
Preschool classroom transitioning from the classroom to the chapel and specialist observed no documentation of attendance verification being made and identified through staff member T.'s statement that no written attendance verification was being conducted during the transition. Specialist asked staff members T.J. how many children they had in the classroom and neither staff knew and had to count to confirm.
Required correction: Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions. Submit documentation and detailed plan for attendance tracking with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.213.H
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training for staff members A.J.
2.120.I · Correction due April 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed expired Trails clearance letter for staff member A.
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 A. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff member A. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.121.A.1
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed staff member J. to have a CBI clearance letter not tied to the child care license, and no documentation of FBI clearance letter for staff members T.J.
Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members T.J. have reviewed the powerpoint within
2.121.D.5 · Correction due April 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed staff member A. to have expired documentation of 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 A. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letter for staff member A. with written response to Specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.133.A · Correction due April 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of emergency preparedness training for staff member J.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain disaster preparedness training for all staff prior to working with children. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.213.B
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Standard Precautions training for staff members A.T., J.
2.213.F · Correction due May 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR module for staff member T.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Introduction to First Aid and CPR module for all staff not required in rule to be CPR certified. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024
2.213.G · Correction due April 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Abuse Prevention training for staff members A.J.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Abuse Prevention training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.219.B.2
Reviewed 2 child files and observed 1 child to have an expired health statement.
2.213.I · Correction due May 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early childhood Professionals training for staff members A.J.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024
2.213.J · Correction due May 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training for director A.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training. Submit documentation withh written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation training for director A.
2.213.N · Correction due April 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no current documentation of Immunization training for director A. who is responsible for managing child files.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain current documentation of Immunization training for A. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.213.L · Correction due May 3, 2024
Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no documentation of child development training for staff members T.J.
Required correction: Obtain and maintain documentation of child development training. Submit documentation with written response to specialist. Correct by 05/03/2024
Staff members T.J. working together in the preschool classroom. Reviewed 3 staff files and observed no complete and current background checks for T., J.
2.121.F · Correction due April 3, 2024
Per facility's response to 5/8/2023 supervisory inspection, facility stated they would use a written attendance record to check attendance hourly and that director A. completed four trainings (see bottom narrative) cited on the 5/8/2023 report. During supervisory inspection today, 4/3/2024, specialist identified through staff members T.J. and A.'s statements that they do not have or use a written attendance tracking document and after reviewing A.'s staff file and PDIS transcripts specialist observed no documentation of A. completing the four trainings cited on 5/8/2023. 26.5-5-317(2)(g) Furnishes or makes any misleading or any false statement or report to the department;
Required correction: Furnishing a false or misleading report to the department may result in adverse action. Correct by 04/03/2024
2.230.B · Correction due April 3, 2024
Two pieces of disconnected gutter drains on the playground with sharp metal edges and several broken pieces of broken plastic poles from a broken soccer goal with sharp edges all accessible to children and posing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately make all hazardous items inaccessible to children. CORRECTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION - director moved gutters and plastic poles from the playground. No response required. Correct by 04/03/2024
Where this record comes from
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 October 9, 2026 and covers complaints the department publishes today, and complaints back to January 2023 obtained by records request. The next request goes in October 2027.
The department publishes a report for each of these visits. Shortlist has not read those reports yet, so this page shows when the state came and not what it found.
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How they teach
Faith-based
“Thank you for considering partnering with ICS in the training of your child in a biblical worldview.”
What it costs
$1,900 a month for a preschooler
Denver-area comparison hidden until they say whether this is a full-time price.
- Application fee
- $325
- Siblings
- Multiple Child Discounts
A day here
- Calendar
- School year
- Closed
- Closed July 3, 2026 for Independence Day (summer program); no school November 3-4, 2025 (staff in-service) (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
Details
- Website
- innercityschool.org
- Address
- 2280 E 16th Avenue
- License
- 1517400, active
- Quality program
- Colorado Shines Level 3
- Ages they serve
- Preschool through 6th grade
- Established
- 1996
Run Inner City Christian School Partnership? Correct or add anything here, free.
Add what is missingSources and dates
Where every fact on this page came from, and when Shortlist last checked it against that source. Anything Shortlist could not source is named here rather than left blank.
How they teach
- Approach — Checked July 2026 innercityschool.org/admissions.html
What it costs
- Preschool, Application fee, Sibling discount — Checked July 2026 innercityschool.org/admissions.html
A day here
- Calendar, Closed — Checked July 2026 innercityschool.org/admissions.html
Details
- Website — Checked July 2026 innercityschool.org/contact-us.html
- Address, License — Checked July 2026 data.colorado.gov
- Quality program — Checked April 2026 data.colorado.gov
- Ages they serve, Established — Checked July 2026 innercityschool.org/admissions.html
Small means the smallest quarter of Denver-area’s 1,147 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 10 to 40 children. Medium is 41 to 114; large is 115 to 402.