Valley Christian Academy

If music is played in the infant sleep area, the music must not be played at a loud volume that would prevent infants from being heard by staff. Music equipment must not be placed under a crib or within three (3) feet of the sleeping infant.

Rule 2.223.C.17. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2026.

Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.

Rule 2.223.D.5.a.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2025.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2025.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.H. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2025.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 2.122.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 2.138.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Rule 2.212.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.213.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Maximum Group Size for Children by Ages of children and maximum group size: 6 weeks to 18 months:10 infants,12 months to 36 months:10 toddlers, 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers, 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children, 3 years to 4 years: 20 children, 4 years to 5 years: 24 children, 5 years and older: 30 children, Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 children.

Rule 2.217.A.15. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 2.229.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Loose fill resilient surface must be raked regularly to retain its resiliency and to retain a depth of at least six (6) inches.

Rule 2.230.C.1.c. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 2.237.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 8, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 12, 2024.

Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Rule 2.217.A.14. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 6, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 6, 2024.

Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

Rule 2.223.C.2.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 6, 2024.

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Rule 7.702.34.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 13, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 17, 2023.

All staff at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 7.702.41.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 13, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 17, 2023.

Staff to Child Ratios by AGES OF CHILDREN and NUMBER OF STAFF 6 weeks to 18 months (infants): 1 staff member to 5 infants 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 1 staff member to 8 children 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children

Rule 7.702.46.A.14. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 13, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 17, 2023.

Infants who fall asleep in a piece of equipment not approved for sleep must immediately be moved to their approved sleep area and placed on their back to sleep.

Rule 7.702.62.C.15. CDEC’s category: Infant Program. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 13, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 17, 2023.

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 13, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 17, 2023.

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 11, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2023.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.H. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 11, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2023.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 7.702.71.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 11, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2023.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly, but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 7.701.100.F.2.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Maximum Group Size for Children by AGES OF CHILDREN and MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 6 weeks to 18 months: 10 infants 12 months to 36 months: 10 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children 3 years to 4 years: 20 children 4 years to 5 years: 24 children 5 years and older: 30 Children Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 Children

Rule 7.702.46.A.15. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

The center must apply sunscreen, have the parent(s)/guardian(s) apply sunscreen, or use another form of parent/guardian approved sun protection for children prior to children going outside. Sunscreen must be reapplied as directed by the product label.

Rule 7.702.51.C.2. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 7.702.71.D. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.H. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 7.702.71.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

Rule 7.702.72.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment.

Rule 7.702.72.C.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

The maximum height for preschool and school-age climbing equipment must not exceed six (6) feet in height with six (6) inches of Department-approved resilient surfacing.

Rule 7.702.72.C.2.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

All pieces of playground equipment must be designed to guard against entrapment and strangulation. Any openings in gross motor equipment above ground must be smaller than three and one half (3 ½) inches or greater than nine (9) inches to prevent entrapment.

Rule 7.702.72.C.6. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Rule 7.702.91.B. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Combustibles such as cleaning rags, mops, and cleaning compounds must be stored in well-ventilated areas, separated from flammable materials, and stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.91.E. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 28, 2023.

Formal kindergarten class sessions must have one (1) staff member for each twenty-five (25) or fewer children in attendance. At other parts of the day when children are in attendance, the ratio must be one (1) staff member to each fifteen (15) or fewer children.

Rule 7.702.46.A.11. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 19, 2023.

The center must apply sunscreen, have the parent(s)/guardian(s) apply sunscreen, or use another form of parent/guardian approved sun protection for children prior to children going outside. Sunscreen must be reapplied as directed by the product label.

Rule 7.702.51.C.2. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 19, 2023.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 7.702.62.A.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 19, 2023.

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Rule 7.702.62.A.2. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 14, 2023.

In rooms used for napping, the lighting must be dim at nap time to promote an atmosphere conducive to sleep but must be bright enough for supervision of children.

Rule 7.702.62.D.2. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 14, 2023.

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 12, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 14, 2023.

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Rule 7.702.34.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 14, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 25, 2023.

Maximum Group Size for Children by AGES OF CHILDREN and MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 6 weeks to 18 months: 10 infants 12 months to 36 months: 10 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 14 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 16 children 3 years to 4 years: 20 children 4 years to 5 years: 24 children 5 years and older: 30 Children Mixed age group 2-1/2 to 6 years of age: 20 Children

Rule 7.702.46.A.15. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 14, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 25, 2023.

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Rule 7.702.62.A.2. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 14, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 25, 2023.

The center must obtain written permission from the parent(s)/guardian(s) for any transportation of their child(ren) while in care.

Rule 7.702.66.A.2. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 14, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 25, 2023.

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 14, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 25, 2023.

All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment.

Rule 7.702.72.C.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 14, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 25, 2023.

For hardship appeals and materials waiver requests, the official decision letter must be posted next to the child care license until its expiration date. If there is no expiration date, the letter expires three (3) years from its date.

Rule 7.701.13.D.3.a.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 9, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 10, 2023.

A written medication log must be kept for each child. This log is part of the child’s records. The log must contain the following:

Rule 7.702.51.B.12. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 9, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 10, 2023.

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Rule 7.702.62.A.2. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 9, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 10, 2023.

In a combination sleep/activity rooms, the sleep area must be separated by a sturdy divider from the area used for activities, and cribs must be arranged so that all infants and cribs are easily accessible to staff members.

Rule 7.702.73.A.6.1. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 9, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 10, 2023.