07-02 · Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [1] staff member leave a mixed-age classroom and walk into the kitchen. A staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [6 mixed infants and 1yr] was observed. Ratio was corrected when teacher returned to the classroom at initiation of fire drill Total attendance at inspection 101 Infant-1yr, 1:6, corrected at the time of inspection to 2:6 1 1/2-2yr, 5:25 2-3yr, 2:11 3yr, 2:13 and 1 RBT 3yr, 2:16 and 1 RBT 3-VPK, 2:16

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

19-04 · Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed teacher's belongings, a basket, children's dress up clothing, and nap time linens stored on top of the cots. Provider resolved by removing items

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025

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

21-04 · Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

Following the recommendation of CCLE management and to resolve a previous non-compliance, provider fenced off section of playground that held materials for delayed playground installation. The playground installation is still pending, and the packing materials are degrading. Additionally, the area now contains additional trash, broken toys, and broken furniture. Provider must clean the area, limiting the space to properly stored items related to the playground installation only. Materials should be properly stored or covered and trash, including degrading packaging, should be removed from the area to discourage pests and vermin. Failure to maintain the area will result in the removal of space from the licensed capacity. If capacity is removed, area should remain clean and maintained to discourage pests and vermin

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

24-02 · Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the bathroom in the PreK 3 room to be in need of cleaning. The garbage can was overflowing, and discarded paper towels were observed on the floor and in the tub. Bathtub was also full of bins, papers, discarded paper towel and other materials unrelated to bathroom needs. Provider resolved by cleaning restroom

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025

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

26-04 · Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, handwashing signs were not posted in the PreK 3 bathroom. Provider resolved by placing signage

Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-05 · License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF

At the time of inspection, provider has paid relicensing fee but has not submitted the relicensing application. A late fee may be assessed at receipt of application. The providers license expires on 03/31/2025. All other areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 03/14/2025 or the renewal license may be denied

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

49-01 · Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of reinspection, provider was in receipt of a current but unapproved fire inspection. Last FIRE inspection 08/12/2024 Last APPROVED fire inspection 05/04/2023 This item was out of compliance on 07/01/2024 This item continues to be out of compliance; therefore, a Notice of Violation is issued

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

25-04 · Swimming Pool Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

Licensing monitor observed [2] inflatable wading pools and [1] inflatable bouncy house with slide and wading in use Provider resolved by removing children, emptying water, and deflating

Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2024

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

34-06 · Menus/Catering Group: Secs. 7-7.06 and 7-7.09, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, provider did not have a valid food certificate Meals and snacks provided by KC Market/Kosher Central

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

35-09 · Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, provider was not using food acceptance logs

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

49-01 · Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed an expired fire inspection Last fire INSPECTION 05/04/2023 Last EXTINGUISHER service 10/2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

02-06 · Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

Licensing monitor observed [10] personnel without proof of education

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

03-03 · Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

Licensing monitor observed [2] personnel who have not completed the department's training within 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

23-07 · Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

Licensing monitor observed materials and supplies intended for new playground installation stored at the back of playground. Materials were accessible to children. Some other play materials require remove, repair, or replace Provider's maintenance replaced divider, limiting access of materials to children

Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2024

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

27-01 · Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

Licensing monitor observed the diaper changing surface in the 1yr old room to be visibly stained and soiled. Surface is also torn and permeable. Provider resolved by replacing with non-permeable mat disinfecting surface

Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2024

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

51-01 · Insurance Group: Sec 7-10, Ordinance

Licensing monitor did not observe provider to have obtained a comprehensive general liability policy

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

25-04 · Technical assistance was provided on pool requirements

During today's inspection 6 separate wading pools were observed in use by children in the school. All pools were immediately emptied out

Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2023

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

52-03 · Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook

During today's inspection of the 4-year-old classwork was observed to not have an updated attendance record for the children present in the classroom. The attendance record was immediately revised and corrected during inspection

Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

This area, cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection, was found to be in compliance during today's revisit inspection for all documented areas except for the following: Outdoor playground wooden equipment was observed to still have loose parts in need of repair, replacement, or removal. (This equipment will be taped off until it is brought up to compliance) (Owner stated that the removal of the equipment will take place on March 30th, 2023) Please note a notice of violation will be issued for a second time non-compliance on the same standard. Notice of violation occurred on: March 10th, 2023. Notice of violation was issued on: March 13th, 2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

50-01 · Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook

Fire inspection was observed to have several areas in non-compliance

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

01-01 · Technical assistance was provided on all required documentation for school staff

During Inspection, a staff member working in the kitchen area was observed not to have a background screening

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

07-01 · Technical assistance was provided on all required documentation for staff files

During inspection staff member in the kitchen did not have a personal file record

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]

During inspection the following areas were observed to need repairing, repainting, or removing: INDOOR: - Baseboards were observed to be dirty and in need of cleaning/repairing/and or cleaning. - Ceiling tiles throughout the facility that were observed to have holes and/or stains are in need of repair/replace. - Peeling paint throughout the facility was observed in need of repair. - All furniture and tables throughout the facility observed to be in poor shape are in need of repair, replacement, or removal. - All cabinet hinges observed to be broken need to be repaired. - All air vents throughout the facility Bathroom: - Holes on the walls were observed in the restroom area in need of repair. - Fire extinguisher anchored was observed missing in the restroom and in need of repair. 4 year old classroom: - Wall outlet metal plate was observed exposed and in need of repair. - Ceiling light was observed to be loose and in need of repair. - 2 Grey chairs were observed stained and in need of cleaning. OUTDOOR: - Outdoor playground floor was observed to have chipped paint and in need of repair. - Playground wooden equipment was observed to have loose parts in need of repair, replacement, or removal. (this equipment should be taped off to children until all repairs are made and inspected) - Outdoor playground space was observed to be under construction, and in need of repair. - Black metal pole was observed to have chipped paint and in need of repair. - Outdoor plastic house was observed to be dirty and in need of repair

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-03 · Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]

Janitorial closet was observed to be open on one side and with a broken lock on the opposite side in need of repair

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

26-01 · Technical assistance was provided on the required materials inside each bathroom

Sec. 7-5.05(a), Ordinance:Each child care facility shall provide conveniently located toilet and bath facilities that are easily accessible to the children.The facilities must be maintained in a sanitary condition and supplied with toilet paper, liquid soap in a dispenser, disposable towels, and trash receptacles that are easily accessible to the children.Disposable towels are recommended, but if not used, no child shall share the same towel or washcloth.Automatic hand-drying devices are permitted when installed by a licensed electrician.The restroom was not supplied with [Paper Towels]. (Section 10.6, number 7)

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

27-01 · Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]

Diaper changing procedures were not being implemented in the 2 year old classroom as staff member was observed to change a child on top of their cot's sheets and sleeping linens

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

35-13 · Technical assistance was provided on the proper use of a handwashing sink

During inspection the handwashing station in the infant class, and the handwashing station in the kitchen were both observed to have food items inside of them. As per child care licensing ordinance: A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

50-01 · Technical assistance was provided on required fire drill procedures and documentation

Fire drills were not conducted and missing for September, October, November, and January. Documented fire drill was observed for 12/26/22. Preschool will conduct two fire drills this month

Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.