Novastar Kids Co

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 14, 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: Oct 14, 2026.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:

Rule 2.206.B.8. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 29, 2026.

When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Rule 2.212.E. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 29, 2026.

The director of the center must be present at the center at least sixty percent (60%) of any day that the center is open.

Rule 2.217.A.3. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 29, 2026.

All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 17, 2025.

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: Oct 15, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 17, 2025.

Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Rule 2.126.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 2.205.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

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

Rule 2.212.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

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. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Rule 2.225.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

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

Rule 2.230.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 9, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 17, 2025.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information:

Rule 2.206.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 15, 2025.

There must be assigned at least one (1) qualified early childhood teacher supervising each group of children unless otherwise specified in rules. A director may be the assigned teacher for one (1) group of children.

Rule 2.217.A.7. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 15, 2025.

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

Rule 2.223.A.1. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 15, 2025.

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 2.223.A.2. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 15, 2025.

At the time of enrollment, and upon amendments to policies and procedures, the center must give the parent(s)/guardian(s) the center’s policies and procedures and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.

Rule 2.206.A. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

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: 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 2.209.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child’s health statement completed by a health care provider

Rule 2.209.B.4. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

Prior to being assigned a group of children, the infant program early childhood teacher must complete eight (8) hours of orientation in the infant program under the supervision of the infant program supervisor. The orientation may include, but not limited to, the following topics:

Rule 2.216.B.1.c. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

Over-the-counter medication must be kept in the originally labeled container and be labeled with the child’s first and last name.

Rule 2.220.D. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.

Rule 2.220.K. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 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: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

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 2.223.A.2. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

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

Rule 2.230.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

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 2.230.C.6. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

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

Rule 2.237.B. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 15, 2024.

Within twenty-four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty-four (24) hours of a child’s return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: Any allegation of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect to a child that results in a mandatory report to law enforcement or a county department of human or social services agency, or the child abuse reporting hotline as described in section 19-3-304, C.R.S.

Rule 2.124.A.1.d. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 5, 2024.

Within twenty-four (24) hours, excluding weekends and holidays, of the occurrence of a critical incident at the facility or within twenty-four (24) hours of a child’s return to the facility the licensee must report in writing to the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration the following critical incidents involving a child in the care of the facility or a staff member on duty: Any police or sheriff contact with the facility.

Rule 2.124.A.1.k. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 5, 2024.

Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Rule 2.126.B. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 5, 2024.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedure for releasing children from the center only to persons for whom the center has written authorization and the procedure for picking-up the child during an emergency;

Rule 2.206.B.16. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 5, 2024.

When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Rule 2.212.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 5, 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: Sep 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 11, 2023.

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

Rule 7.702.62.C.2.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 10, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 10, 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: May 10, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 25, 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: May 10, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 25, 2023.

Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

Rule 7.702.91.D. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 10, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 25, 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: Apr 21, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 14, 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: Apr 21, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 14, 2023.

Rooms licensed for specific ages of children cannot be used for other ages of children without the prior written approval of the licensing authority.

Rule 7.702.81.A.3. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 21, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 14, 2023.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 7.702.2.B.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

Admission procedures must be completed prior to the child’s attendance at the center and must include: If applicable, a Department-approved health care plan authorized by the child?s health care provider and parent(s)/guardian(s) defining the interventions needed to care for a child who has an identified health or developmental condition or concern including, but not limited to seizures, asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, heart or respiratory conditions, and physical disabilities. Any applicable medications, supplies, and/or medical equipment must be available to the staff prior to the child?s first day of care. The staff working with a child with a health care plan must be informed, trained, and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant; supervision of the plan and interventions must be documented.

Rule 7.702.5.B.3. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 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: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 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: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 7.702.2.B.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 1, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 13, 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: Mar 1, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 13, 2023.

All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 7.702.42.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved Safe Sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 7.702.42.C. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

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 7.702.42.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: 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 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 day of admission.

Rule 7.702.51.A.2.a. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule for routine health supervision or as required in writing by the health care provider.

Rule 7.702.51.A.2.c. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule for routine well child exams.

Rule 7.702.51.A.2.d. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

Any unexpired routine medication, prescription or non-prescription (over the counter), must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider with prescriptive authority and with written parental consent. home remedies, homeopathic medication, vitamins, and supplements must not be administered to children in childcare.

Rule 7.702.51.B.1. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 2023.

Medications must be kept in the original labeled bottle or container. Prescription medications must contain the original pharmacy label.

Rule 7.702.51.B.3. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 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: Feb 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 16, 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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 10, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 20, 2023.