12-06 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the back door leading to the playground from the outside painted yellow with rust near the door knob as well as paint chipping. The specialist also observed in the one year old classroom the toy storage shelves with paint chipping and needing to be repainted. The specialist also observed a wood stool painted yellow on the seat with paint chipping. The provider advised the provider that the indoor furniture and door need to be repainted. TA was provided to ensure that the door and furniture are repainted and rust is eliminated by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the red tricycles on the preschool playground with paint chipping. As well as the silver, red and black tricycles were observed with rust present near the handles. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor equipment is repainted and rust is eliminated by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

21-11 · Restrooms and Bath Facilities

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the second restroom to the right in the back VPK classroom did not flush. The provider advised that the toilet was inoperable and needs to be repaired. TA was provided to ensure that the toilet is operable by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

24-18 · Food Preparation Area

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a pack of sandwich sliced turkey meat that was expired as of 1/17/2025. As well as White Cheddar rice cakes that were expired as of 1/16/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the manufacturers recommendation for expiration dates

Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-09 · Supervision

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed an infant in the infant classroom that was able to hold their own bottle laid on the floor with the infant holding their own bottle. The counselor observed an excess of milk running down the infants mouth, side of the face to their neck. The counselor picked the baby off of the floor and continued to bottle feed the infant. The counselor advised the provider that infants must be held while bottle feeding and must not be laid on the floor or have a propped bottle while feeding. The staff was busy feeding and caring for another infant during this time. TA was provided to ensure that infants are held while bottle feeding at all times

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

09-13 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed an infant in a highchair in the infant classroom while conducting ratio around 10: am. The counselor and provider spent a great amount of time in the classroom discussing and completing classroom walk through. The infant was in the highchair the entire time. The counselor also observed two other infants in the classroom placed in cribs while they were awake. The provider advised that the infant eats at 11:00am. The counselor observed the infant fall asleep in the highchair while waiting on lunch. The counselor observed the infants lunch delivered to the classroom at 11:08am. The infant woke up to eat lunch. The counselor returned to the infant classroom after conducting ratio around 11:51am and the infant was done eating and still in the highchair while the staff was observed feeding another infant that was in a bouncer. The counselor asked the provider to remove the child from the highchair. The provider took the infant out of the highchair. TA was provided to ensure that infants are not in observed with in infant seat, swing or bouncer for longer than 30 minutes at a time

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-02 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the school age classroom with the boys restroom door handle not in place and needing to be repaired. Also, the light in the boys restroom and air circulator is not working and needs to be repaired. TA was provided to ensure that the areas are replaced by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-06 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed van one of the vehicles used to transport children in care with the fire extinguisher placed in a crate and tied down to the crate but the crate was not secured in the vehicle. The counselor advised the provider that the fire extinguisher needs to be secured in place or mounted to eliminate a potential safety hazard. TA was provided to ensure the fire extinguisher is secured or mounted by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

24-18 · Food Preparation Area

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed gallons of whole and 2% milk in the school age room refrigerator and in the kitchen that were expired as of 9/29/2024, 9/21/2024. The kitchen staff advised that the milk that was in the kitchen and expired on 9/29/2024 was o to served to children in care today. The staff immediately discarded of all of the milk at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the manufacturers recommendation for expiration dates

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

25-02 · Meals and Snacks

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old children at lunch time eating beef hamburger patties cut in half and served to toddlers. The counselor asked the staff to cut the toddlers food, the burger patties into smaller pieces and remined them that rule states toddlers food must be cut into inch size for food items that are of a certain shape to eliminate a choking hazard. The counselor later observed toddlers eating a whole cheese stick served for snack. The counselor asked the staff in the one year old classroom to cut the patty into smaller pieces for the toddlers, and the staff did at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the food size for food served to toddlers is appropriate for toddlers in care

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-16 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did completed the required school readiness course, Safety Practices in the School Readiness Programs, on 7/11/2024. The training deadline was 6/30/2024 and was completed late. TA was provided to ensure that School readiness required training are completed by the assigned due date

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

43-06 · Enrollment Information

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to provide information regarding Influenza brochure to parents of children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has provided information for Influenza to all parents of children enrolled by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-10 · Enrollment Information

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to provide information regarding Distracted driver's brochure to parents of children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has provided information for Distracted driver's to all parents of children enrolled by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

44-04 · Personnel Records

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed Child Abuse and Neglect signed annually. The staff last signed the form on 9/15/2023. The staff signed a new form on todays date at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel and volunteers have a Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually on file for Licensing to review. Counselor reviewed all 14 staff files

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

18-01 · Bedding and Linens

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a few children in the school age classroom with children sleeping on the floor during naptime. The counselor advised the provider that children in care can not sleep on the floor. Floor mats of at least 1 inch and covered with an impermeable surface or cots must be provided to all children in care during nap time. The provider immediately woke children up to sit them at the table for the remainder of nap time. TA was provided to ensure that the provider provides all children in care bedding during nap time

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

09-06 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old children in the facility watching media in the classroom. The children were watching YouTube and the lullaby baby shark video was playing on the laptop that was propped on the shelf with the screen positioned towards the children. The counselor advised the staff again that children under the age of two years old cannot have media offered while in care. The staff immediately turned the media off at time of inspection. The counselor reminded the staff that if the staff wants audio to play a speaker can be used and or turn the screen down or the opposite way of childrens view. TA was provided to ensure that the children under the age of two are not offered media while in care

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

09-07 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mixed class of three and four year old children as well as the school aged children watching media that was not used for educational purposes. The three and four year old children were watching a Disney movie on a laptop and the school aged children were watching tom and jerry on a laptop screen as well. The counselor advised staff that the media must be education and if there was an alternative they can turn on. The staff in the three year old room stated the children just listen to the movie most were not watching it. The counselor suggested playing lullabys or learning songs that the children can listen to. The staff immediately turned the movie off. The counselor suggested to the staff with the school agers to watch Blippi for example which is known for being educational. The staff turned off the show and changed it to Blippi and the children were immediately engaged with the screen. TA was provided to ensure that children in care are offered media that is educational for no more than two hours per day

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

12-01 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the air conditioning vents throughout the facility with dust build up and needing to be cleaned. The vents were observed on the first hallway next to the tv on the wall, the VPK classroom in the second building and the three and four year old classroom. The provider also observed the window seals in the classroom next to the infant room to the right of the building with dust present. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

12-02 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in the hallway the blue wall outside the one year old classroom with paint and drywall missing and needing to be repaired and repainted. The counselor also observed several areas in the three and four year old classroom with blue paint that was chipped and needed to be repainted. The provider advised that the paint comes off with the tape or staples used to put up decorations and or childrens projects. The counselor provided suggestions of ways the provider can protect the paint on the walls when they are changing the classroom dcor. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of paint chipping are repainted by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

26-01 · Meal and Snack Menus

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facility failed to note the substitution offered for breakfast served to the children in care this morning. The children were served waffles and strawberries when the menu reflected pancakes and strawberries. The counselor reminded the staff that the menu needs to have substitutions documented to reflect the actual food items children were offered in care and posted in an inconspicuous place where parents can view. TA was provided to ensure that the menu is substituted before the food item is offered to children in care

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the resilient surface on the older childrens playground near the green and tan stationary equipment with stairs and slide with mulch measured at 5 inches in depth. TA was provided to ensure that the mulch measures to 6 inches in depth near stationary equipment by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

44-04 · Personnel Records

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental with a required Child Abuse and Neglect form that was not signed annually. The form was last signed on 2/10/2023. The provider had the staff sign a current form at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the Child Abuse and Neglect form is signed annually and documented on file. Counselor reviewed all 12 staff files

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

07-03 · Vehicle Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to complete and document the vehicle inspection form annually. The last vehicle inspection form on file was last completed on 12/21/2022. Counselor reminded provider that an annual vehicle inspection form is required per rule. TA was provided to ensure that the vehicle inspection is completed and documented by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facility's vehicle alarm not sound properly. The provider turned off the ignition and opened the side back door and alarm did not sound. Provider advised that an individual needs to be in the back seat in order for the alarm to sound. The provider turned off the ignition for a second time, this time with counselor sitting in the back seat and the alarm instantly sounded. Counselor encouraged the provider to get the alarm looked at and also to review, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4. TA was provided to ensure that the vehicle alarm is in good working condition as described in rule

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

09-03 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the back infant classroom near the three year old classroom to the right of the entrance did not have a daily schedule posted. Counselor advised provider that all classrooms need a daily activities schedule posted in an inconspicuous area. Provider made a copy of the infant daily schedule from the front infant classroom and posted it up at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a daily schedule is posted at all times in classrooms

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a gap at the bottom of the wood fencing on the previous school aged playground where the stand-alone classroom is located due to the fence not at ground level. Provider stated that the area in the fence soil is washed away when it rains. Counselor advised provider that the gap at the bottom measured at almost 4 and a half inches and rule states that gaps can be no larger than 3 and a half inches. TA was provided to ensure that the fence is at ground level and the gap does not exceed 3 and a half inches by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

23-04 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the fire extinguisher in the facilitys van not the appropriate size. The counselor observed less than the minimum appropriate size fire extinguisher of 2A10BC being 1A10BC. Counselor advised provided that rule states the minimum size is 2A10BC. TA was provided to ensure that the appropriate size fire extinguisher is placed in the transportation vehicle by the due date. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on __12/28/2023___________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on ______________ and a weather drill conducted on ____________ . The fire extinguishers were last tagged on _February_____ 2023. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor. At time of inspection the counselor reviewed fire extinguishers tagged. The fire extinguishers were last tagged 2/2023. The counselor reminded provider that the fire extinguishers need to be retagged by the end of the current month. Also, counselor reminded provider that emergency drills (lock down and inclement weather) need to be completed by the license expiration date 2/9/2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

23-12 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facility complete a fire drill in the presence of Licensing and 3 of the facilitys classrooms did not have attendance on hand during the drill. As well as none of the five open classrooms did not have emergency contact numbers for children in care present during the drill. Counselor advised the provider that classroom attendance rosters and emergency contacts must be present during drills and actual emergencies. TA was provided to ensure that the provider ensures each staff has attendance rosters and emergency contacts for all children in care to utilize during drills by the due date. Extra time is allotted to align the due dates given

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

25-07 · Meals and Snacks

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mini refrigerator in the front infant classroom without a thermometer. Provider immediately placed a thermometer in the refrigerator at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that refrigerators have a thermometer placed at all times where food items are stored for children in care

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

29-16 · Health and Sanitation

At time of inspection, the counselor observed no hand washing sign placed near the diapering area in the back infant classroom as well as the childrens restroom closest to the front infant classroom. Counselor also observed the back stand alone classroom for four year olds with the how part of hand washing procedures but missing the when near both of their handwashing sinks in the classroom. Counselor explained to provider that hand washing signs need to be posted near hand washing sinks when diapering, toileting and food preparation at all times to include how and when to wash hands. The provider placed hand washing signs near all of the areas missing at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider maintains hand washing signs in designated required areas at all times according to rule

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-09 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnels listed on the supplemental did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 12/5/2023. TA was provided to ensure that staff is trained in use of fire extinguisher by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

42-01 · Student Health and Records

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the children listed on the supplemental do not have a medical physical form on file for review by Licensing within thirty days of enrollment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the children have a current medical physical on file by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

30-07 · Diapering

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing station in the infant classroom near the kitchen with unrelated items on the diaper changing station. Those items include, baby cereal, a walkie talkie, first aid kit, the staffs glasses and a Styrofoam bowl covered with a napkin and a baby spoon with some sort of food item in the bowl from an infants meal. Staff immediately removed all non related items from the area. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing area only includes items related to diapering at all times

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

17-06 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed a 4 inch gap at the bottom of the base level of the fence near the double gate on the toddler playground. Provider immediately lowered the bolts in the fence to lower the chains on the fence to reach ground level. Counselor remeasured the gap and it measured 3 inches. TA was provided to ensure that gaps are no larger than 3 and a half inches

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that infants are strapped when placed into bouncers, highchairs and swings at all times

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed an infant eating lunch in a highchair but was not strapped in. Licensing advised staff to strap the infant into the chair. Staff immediately strapped the infant in

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

09-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that media time is not offered to children under the age of two years old

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a tablet in the one year old classroom that was playing a sing along lullaby video and music while children were finishing eating and some children were laying down on cots preparing for nap time. Licensing advised the staff that media with video can not be on for children under two years old. The tablet was turned off immediately and staff was encouraged to play a lullaby video that had no video for children instead

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair to eliminate potential hazards for children in care

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed no baseboards throughout the facility, specifically in the one year old classroom. Where the wall meets the floor there is a gap where pieces of drywall are exposed. Provider states that the baseboards will be placed throughout the facility soon. Licensing advised staff that in the meanwhile staff actively supervise children. Also, the counselor observed paint chipping behind the first toilet in the boys restroom near the playground exit door. As well as the exit door to the playground needs to be sanded down and repainted. The infant classroom near the kitchen has holes in the wall where a shelf was taken down, the holes need to be filled and repainted. The light in the VPK classroom restroom is dull and needs an additional light bulb or a new light bulb replaced

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

13-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure spray bottles are labeled at all times when chemicals, toxins are stored

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed unlabeled spray bottles in both the girls and boys restrooms near the exit door to the playground. Provider immediately labeled the spray bottles with what the name of the chemical that was present

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

17-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that hazards are removed from the play area before children access the outdoor area

At the time of inspection, the provider observed on the toddler playground large tree branches on the playground. The provider stated that the playground has not been used since the recent storm. Licensing advised staff that the playground must be free of litter or hazards that potentially cause low harm to children

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that gaps are no larger than 3 and a half inches. Extra time is allotted to align the due dates given, per provider request

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a gap at the base of the gate doors that open to allow deliveries and at the corners near the neighboring house at the bottom of the fence. Both gaps measure 4 inches

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

18-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the mats remain with an impermeable surface

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed several floor mats in the three year old classroom that were torn exposing the foam inside of the mat. Provider advised that they are ordering cots to replace the floor mats and will expedite the order. Licensing advised that the mats must remain impermeable and need to be replaced by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

24-24 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that food items are labeled with the expiration date

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed frozen leftover foods labeled with the name of the food item but not labeled with the expiration date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

25-08 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a thermometer is placed in the freezer section by the due date

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a freezer section of a mini refrigerator in the two year old classroom without a thermometer. Staff immediately placed a thermometer in the freezer section

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

28-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that children's full names are labeled on all bottles and sippy cups

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed bottles in the infant room that were not labeled with the childrens first and last names. Staff immediately labeled the unlabeled bottles with the childrens full name

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

29-16 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the hand washing procedures are posted near all hand washing sinks and include when and how to wash your hands

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed hand washing sinks throughout the facility without hand washing procedures to include when to wash your hands. Provider posted hand washing signs to include how/when throughout the facility

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

30-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the diaper changing mat remain impermeable at all times

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a diaper changing mat in the infant's classroom that was torn. Staff immediately replaced the diaper changing mat to a brand new unused mat they had in stock

Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

37-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the first aid kits are complete with all the required supplies at all times

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys first aid kit not complete with bottled water, CPR procedures and thermometer

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

46-07 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the attendance roster follows the children from classroom to classroom

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the attendance roster in the three year old classroom with 15 children accounted for but the classroom capacity was limited to 11. The staff advise that 4 children were sent to the four year old classroom to remain in compliance. The four year old classroom attendance read 14 children accounted for, but did not include the 4 three year old children that transferred classrooms

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that child care personnel completes the required 40 hour training by 12 months of working in the industry

At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental has not completed the required 40 hour training within 12 months of working in the industry and has exceeded 15 months working in the industry without testing out and completing the courses. Provider advised that the staff has an appointment to test out on 8/26/2023. Counselor observed the staff in the two year old classroom with other child care personnel within direct supervision as well as counselor asked staff member when the last time she was in a classroom and staff responded last week but she again was with other child care personnel and provider pulled her to the office

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the required 5-hour literacy training is completed by the due date

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental has not completed the required DCF 5-hour literacy course

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

45-04 · Technical assistance was provided that employment history verification must be documented and available for Licensing to review

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that five year employment history verification was not documented on file for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

04-32 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all staff must complete the required pre= service training and pass the exam prior to unsupervised care of children

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the child care personnels listed on the supplemental did not have pre -service training completed prior to unsupervised inspection. Staff 1 was alone in a classroom with one year olds and staff 2 was in the classroom with 2 year olds

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

17-06 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fencing has no gaps and is maintained in that no access is allowed for children to exit the outdoor playground

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the school aged playground with a large gap in the boarding fence to the neighbor's backyard. The frame of the fence was up but there were no slates. Provider advised that a tree was cut down and they postponed putting the fence back up due to unforeseen work. Provider stated that the fence will be up today

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

23-10 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that two routes are posted and that during fire drills, children are aware of alternate routes and practice during fire drills

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed all classrooms with evacuation plans posted, but provider failed to include an additional alternate safe route. Provider immediately documented an alternate second route throughout the facility

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-01 · Technical assistance was provided that training should be completed within 1 year from the date training began. Staff needs to finish the 40 hour training

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the 40 hour required DCF training with in 1 year from the date training started. The staff began in the child care industry on 5/2/2022 and began training on 5/9/2022

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Technical assistance was provided that training should be completed within 1 year of the start date in the industry. Staff needs to complete the 5 hour literacy training

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Staff started in the industry on 5/2/2022

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff is added to the Clearinghouse roster and or removed within 10 days

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the providers roster failed to add the child care personnel listed on the supplemental and also failed to remove the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. The staff's start date is 2/20/2023 end date is 5/20/2023. Provider immediately updated child care personnel on the roster in the Clearinghouse

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-13 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a complete 5 year work history reflecting no gaps of employment is documented on file and maintained. Provider immediately, complete 5 year work history for all child care personnel listed on the supplemental

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete 5 year work history documented on file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

24-13 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that head coverings are worn at all times when food is being prepared

At the time of reinspection, the counselor was observed with no head covering while preparing lunch for the children in care. Licensing advised kitchen staff that head covering was needed, staff immediately put on a hair net

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

24-24 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that food is properly stored to eliminate freezer burn and also labeled with dates and name of the food item if removed from the original packaging

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed frozen chicken patties in the upright whirlpool freezer in the front part of the kitchen. Provider immediately placed the chicken patties into a zip lock bag and labeled the bag with the name of the food item and the expiration date

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

25-04 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure staff is checking for expired foods and maintaining dates to ensure no expired foods are being offered to the children in care

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the following expired food items sliced cheese of 4/24/23, strawberry jelly of 5/23/23, carton of large eggs of 7/5/23. Provider discarded the expired food items immediately

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

32-07 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that six inches mulch in depth and the surrounding perimeter or a protective surface is placed near all stationary equipment

At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that ground cover or protective surface was not maintained near the beige, orange and green climber with slide outdoor equipment measured 3 and a half inches of mulch. Also, ground cover or protective surface was not maintained near the beige and green train measured four inches of mulch. As well as near the red, yellow and blue bus with steering wheel stationary equipment measured three inches of mulch

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

32-06 · Technical assistance was provided that a minimum of 6 inches in depth of ground cover is required and that the fall zone must extend a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment

At the time of re-inspection, Counselor observed no ground cover or other protective surface under beige, orange, and green climber with slide. Also, there were no ground cover or other protective surface under beige and green train. Lastly, there were no ground cover or other protective surface under the red bus with yellow, blue, and red steering wheels

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a classroom with 28 children (2-year-old school age) with 1 Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that ratio is always maintained. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider moved school agers into the designated classroom At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows.. • Infants 3:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 4:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 4:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old school age 28:1 Child Care Personnel • 2 Owners Corrected ratio • Infants 3:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 4:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 4:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 5-year-old 15:1 Child Care Personnel • School age 15:1 Child Care Personnel • 1 Owners

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-19 · Facility Environment

At the time of the re-inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

15-03 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that licensed capacity in each classroom is always maintained. The standard was brought back into compliance when the classroom was divided, and the school agers went into their designated classrooms

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a classroom with a mix population of 2-year-old school age totaling 28 children inside a classroom with a capacity of 20

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

20-06 · Technical assistance was provided that all personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant shall not have items that could pose a strangulation risk. The standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel removed the string

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an infant in a crib with a pacifier attached while asleep. This poses a potential choking hazard for the child

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

23-10 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility's emergency evacuation plan diagram of safe routes posted in each classroom. Fire drill conducted 2/27/23, 3/16/23, 4/28/23, and 5/31/23. Fire extinguisher serviced February 2023

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed several classrooms without the facility's emergency evacuation plan diagram of safe routes posted

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

24-11 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all garbage container/receptacles have lid

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the kitchen garbage container/receptacle and several garbage containers/receptacles throughout the facility without a tight-fitting lid

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

24-18 · Food Preparation Area

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a gallon of milk in the refrigerator with an expiration date of June 2, 2023. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

25-04 · Technical assistance provided to discard any food items after signs of molding and/or slimy fluid developing

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed salad mix and individual package apple slices that has signs of slimy fluid developing

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

25-08 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all refrigerator and freezer have thermometer and the temperature reading are appropriate

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a Whirlpool upright freezer near the washer and dryer without a thermometer. Also, the freezer appeared warm Counselor utilized infrared thermometer and the temperature reading showed 30 degrees Fahrenheit towards the bottom half and 80 degrees Fahrenheit at the top half

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

25-15 · Technical assistance was provided that no milk and/or food should sit out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. The standard was brought back into compliance when provide removed the gallon milk from the classroom

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a Gallon of milk sitting on the table from breakfast. The gallon of milk was observed sitting out unrefrigerated for over 15 minutes

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

28-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all bottles and cups brought from home are labeled with the children first and last names

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed bottles and cup throughout the facility that was not labeled with the children first and last names

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

30-07 · Technical assistance was provided that only things associated to diapering is allowed on the diaper changing table. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the items

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a stapler, pen, and paper on the diaper changing table in the 1-year-old classroom (capacity of 7)

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

32-06 · Technical assistance was provided that a minimum of 6 inches in depth of ground cover is required and that the fall zone must extend a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment

At the time of inspection, Counselor observed no ground cover or other protective surface under beige, orange, and green climber with slide. Also, there were no ground cover or other protective surface under beige and green train. Lastly, there were no ground cover or other protective surface under the red bus with yellow, blue, and red steering wheels

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

40-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all medication provided to children have a prescription or non-prescription medication authorization

At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a written prescription or non- prescription medication authorization on file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

41-01 · Immunization Records

At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an no immunization on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register

At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization on file as of 6/4/23

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

42-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have a physical on file withing thirty days of enrollment

At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a physical recorded in children's file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date

At the time of the inspection, Counselor determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not added to the employee roster within 10 days

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.