Denver · Licensed center
Nina Bees Nature Explorers ELC
- Medium center, licensed for 45 children.
- Shortlist has found no website for it yet.
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
- September 29, 2026
- On file
- 4 visits since January 2024
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was December 6, 2025. 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.
Nov 2025 Supervisory visit 15 findings
Supervisory visit · November 6, 2025
2.229.G · Correction due November 6, 2025
In room 103, observed loose plastic bags in an unlocked drawer accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. A staff member moved the plastic bags to a higher cabinet making them inaccessible to children. No response is required. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.213.H · Correction due December 6, 2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 1 staff member was missing documentation of the Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Eductaion Programs training.
Required correction: Within 30 days, Within 30 days, all staff required to register with PDIS must complete the Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Eductaion Programs training within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2025
2.120.J · Correction due November 6, 2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 2 staff members were missing documentation of the completed abuse and neglect inquiry results. Observed that 1 staff member was working alone in the 101 classroom and missing documentation of the completed abuse and neglect inquiry results.
Required correction: Immediately, all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.121.D · Correction due November 6, 2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 2 staff members were missing documentation of the completed CBI background check results.
Required correction: Immediately, all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of CBI for staff members with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 11/06/2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 2 staff members were missing documentation of a health statement signed and dated by a physician or health care professional.
2.213.D · Correction due November 6, 2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 1 staff member was missing documentation of a current Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training.
Required correction: Immediately, staff working with children less than 3 years of age must complete the Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children and must be renewed every 2 years. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.213.I
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 1 staff member was missing documentation of the Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training.
Required correction: Within 30 days, all staff required to register with PDIS must complete the Recognizing the Impacy of Bias on
2.229.C · Correction due November 6, 2025
In room 103, observed disinfecting wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a sheld accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must inaccessible to children. Corrected at the time of the visit. A staff member moved the disinfecting wipes to a high cabinet making them inaccessible to children. No response is required. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.213.J · Correction due December 6, 2025
Reviewed the director's file and observed that they were missing documentation of a Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training.
Required correction: Within 30 days, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training within 90 days of employment. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2025
2.213.B
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 1 staff member was missing documentation of a current Standard Precautions training.
Required correction: Immediately, all staff must complete the Standard Precautions training prior to working with children and must be renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by
2.213.G · Correction due November 6, 2025
Reviewed 8 staff files and observed that 1 staff member was missing documentation of a current abuse prevention training.
Required correction: Immediately, all employees and regular volunteers must complete the abuse prevention training within 30 days of employment and must be renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.209.A.7 · Correction due November 6, 2025
Reviewed 4 children's files and observed that 4 children were missing documentation of an emergency medical authorization.
Required correction: Immediately, an emergency medical authorization must be signed and updated annually by parents/guardians. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.219.B.4
Reviewed 8 children's files and observed that 3 children were missing documentation of a current health statement.
2.219.B.1 · Correction due November 6, 2025
Reviewed 4 children's files and observed that 1 child was missing documentation of an immunization status.
Required correction: Immediately, parents/guardians must provide documentation of an immunization status on the first day of admission. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 11/06/2025
2.138.A
Reviewed drill logs and observed that they were missing documentation of the May, June, and August 2025 tornado drills and the March, May, June, August, and October 2025 dire drills.
Dec 2024 Supervisory visit 16 findings
Supervisory visit · December 6, 2024
2.237.D · Correction due December 6, 2024
In room 103, observed a staff members personal bag on a shelf accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately, hazardous items must be inaccessible. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director moved the personal bag up to a higher shelf out of reach of the children. No response is required. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.213.F · Correction due January 6, 2025
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that M.S., C.L., and G.B. were missing documentation of a current CPR and First Aid training and identified that they have been employed over 30 days.
Required correction: Within 30 days, all employees caring for children not required to be certified must complete the department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 01/06/2025
2.220.C · Correction due December 6, 2024
Reviewed child medications and observed that one bottle of Benadryl was not in the original container.
Required correction: Immediately, medications must be kept in the original labeled bottle or container. Submit a written statement of compliance to the licensing specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.217.A.7 · Correction due December 6, 2024
Identified that there was no qualified Early Childhood Teacher supervising children in rooms 103. In room 103, there were 2 staff aide's supervising the children without supervision from a qualified Early Childhood Teacher.
Required correction: Immediately, there must be assigned at least 1 qualified ECT supervising each group of children. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director assigned themselves to the 103 classroom as the qualified Early Childhood Teacher. Submit a plan of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.121.D.2
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that J.B., M.S., C.L., F.K., and G.B. did not have CBI background checks maintained in their files and were missing documentation of successfully complete CBI background checks. Licensing Specialist was able to confirm that all staff members have been fingerprinted and cleared.
Required correction: Immediately, all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff membersJennifer B, M.S., C.L.,
2.121.D.5 · Correction due December 6, 2024
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that G.B.'s FBI background check expired on 9/6/2024 and was not renewed.
Required correction: Immediately, all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member G. B has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI for staff members G. B. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.120.I · Correction due December 6, 2024
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that G.B.'s abuse and neglect inquiry background check expired on 8/6/2019 and was not renewed.
Required correction: Immediately, Immediately, all individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member G. B has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff members G. B. with written response to the Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that J.B., M.S., and C.L. were missing documentation
2.230.B · Correction due December 6, 2024
On the playground, observed a rusty wagon with paint chipping.
Required correction: Immediately, indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and frunishing must be free of hazards. Corrected at the time of the visit. The director moved the wagon out of the play area. No response is required. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.213.G · Correction due December 6, 2024
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that J.B., M.S., C.L., and F.K. were missing documentation of a current abuse prevention training and identified that they have been employed for over 30 days.
Required correction: Immediately, staff must complete the department-approved training about abuse prevention and must be renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.213.H
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that C.L. was missing documentation of a completed Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs training and identified that they have been employed over 90 days.
2.213.I · Correction due January 6, 2025
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that C.L. was missing documentation of a completed Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training and identified that they have been employed over 90 days.
Required correction: Within 30 days, Within 30 days, all staff required to register with PDIS must complete the department-approved training Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 01/06/2025
2.133.A
Reviewed 6 staff files and observed that M.S. and C.L. were missing documentation of an Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training and observed to be working with children.
Required correction: Immediately, prior to caring for children, all staff must complete the department-approved Emergency and
2.219.B.4 · Correction due January 6, 2025
Reviewed 4 children's files and observed that 3 children were missing documentation of a current health statement.
Required correction: Within 30 days, health statements must be updated in accordance with the AAP Recommendations. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 01/06/2025
2.219.B.1 · Correction due December 6, 2024
Reviewed 4 children's files and observed that 1 child was missing documentation of an immunization status.
Required correction: Immediately, at the time of admission, parents and guardians must provide documentation of an immunization status or exemption. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
2.209.A.7 · Correction due December 6, 2024
Reviewed 4 children's files and observed that 2 children were missing documentation of a written authorization for emergency medical care.
Required correction: Immediately, the admission record must include a dated, written authorization for medical care signed and updated annually. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 12/06/2024
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 10, 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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Details
- Address
- 3131 Osceola St
- License
- 1653881, active
- Quality program
- Colorado Shines Level 1
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Medium means the middle half of Denver-area’s 1,147 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 41 to 114 children. Small is 10 to 40; large is 115 to 402.