Leading Edge @ Creekside

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: Jan 28, 2026.

The center can only accept and care for children of the ages and capacity for which it has been licensed. At no time shall the number of children in attendance exceed the number for which the center has been licensed.

Rule 2.511.A. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 28, 2026.

At the time of enrollment, the parent(s) or guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: A self-reported health history, including any health care plans, which indicate any communicable diseases; chronic illnesses or injuries the individual has had; any known drug reactions and allergies; medications currently being taken; any necessary health procedures or special diets; and the name address and phone number for the child’s health care provider and dentist.

Rule 2.512.B.1. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication/Hygiene. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 28, 2026.

Schools are required to comply with the immunization requirements as stated in 6 CCR 1009-2. Documentation of school-required immunization status or Certificate of Medical or Nonmedical Exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health. Up-to-date school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first (1st) day of admission. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment regulation at 6 CCR 1009-2:VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at https://www.coloradosos.gov/CCR/Welcome.do. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours..

Rule 2.512.B.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 28, 2026.

The center must obtain written authorization and instructions from the parent(s) or guardian(s) for the application of sunscreen or the use of another form of parent(s) or guardian(s) approved sun protection with a full-spectrum UVA/UVB rating of SPF thirty (30) or greater to their children’s exposed skin prior to outside play year-round. A health care provider’s permission is not needed to use sunscreen at the center.

Rule 2.514.A. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 28, 2026.

Television viewing, including videos, should not be permitted without the approval of a child’s parent(s) or guardian(s), who must be advised of the center’s policy regarding television and video viewing.

Rule 2.519.A. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials/Field Trips. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 28, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include:

Rule 2.530.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 28, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: An annual written authorization for emergency medical care signed and dated submitted by the parent(s) or guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.530.A.7. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 28, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: Written authorization obtained in advance of the event from a parent(s) or guardian(s) for the child to participate in field trips or special activities, listing all exclusions;

Rule 2.530.A.8. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 28, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: Written authorization from a parent/guardian for the center to transport the child to and from school, whether walking or riding in an approved vehicle;

Rule 2.530.A.9. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 28, 2026.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Rule 2.133.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 29, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 1, 2025.

All child care facilities must operate in compliance with local planning and zoning requirements of the municipality, city and county, or county where the facility is located.

Rule 2.122.C. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 1, 2025.

At least one staff member with current Department-approved medication administration training and delegation must be on duty at all times.

Rule 2.508.F. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 1, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 3, 2024.

All employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete a Department-approved basic First Aid and CPR module within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and the module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Rule 2.508.G.3. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 1, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 3, 2024.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the State Department-approved training

Rule 7.701.100.A.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 17, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 24, 2023.

Each program leader must be at least 18 years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, and must meet the following qualifications: Complete the Department-approved course in injury prevention;

Rule 7.712.42.B.1.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 17, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 24, 2023.