12-02 · Facility Environment

At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the ceiling tile in the one year old classroom replaced. However, in the school aged classroom a ceiling tile was still observed stained with wet spots near the air conditioning vents above the tables. The provider had maintenance staff to replace the ceiling tile in the closed classroom at time of inspection. The door leading to the two year old classroom as well as the window sill to the right of the multi-purpose classroom were also observed repainted. This brings the provider back into compliance for this standard. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair

Corrected Corrected by Apr 7, 2025

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

19-04 · Nap/Sleep Space Requirements

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a child sleeping in the two and three year old classroom with their heads placed under chairs that were stacked high. The specialist asked the staff to move the child away from the stacked chairs. The staff immediately moved the child from under the stacked chairs at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children do not sleep under or against furniture that may create a potential hazard

Corrected Corrected by Apr 7, 2025

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

12-02 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed ceiling tiles in the facility that were stained with wet spots. The first ceiling tile was above the window unit air conditioner in the one year old classroom. The second ceiling tile stained was in the second building in the school ages children classroom surrounding the a/c vent above the tables. The specialist also observed the door to the two year old classroom with paint chipping and needing to be repainted. TS was provided to ensure that additional classroom doors in the main building are touched up with paint to remain in compliance for this standard. As well as in the multi purpose classroom near the front door the window sill to the left of the classroom was observed with drywall chipped and needing to be repainted. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are in good repair by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a wasp and wasp nest outside in the doorway leading to the preschool playground. The provider immediately had the wasp and nest taken down at time of inspection. The specialist also observed on the same playground the two red seesaws and the red stationary metal bus with paint chipping and needed to be repainted. The specialist suggests sanding down the equipment and repainting the equipment. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor equipment is repainted by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Immunization Records

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired Immunization record. The form was last dated on 11/30/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization record by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

06-01 · Driver's License, Physician Certification

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the driver listed on the supplemental with a physical that was expired and not completed annually. The drivers current physical on file was dated 10/12/2023. The physical is annually and expired on 10/12/2024. The driver did not complete a physical this year as of todays date. TA was provided to ensure that the driver has a current physical on file by the

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

12-01 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a few air conditioning vents in the multi-purpose front classroom that had dust build up. The counselor advised the provider that the vents need to be cleaned. The provider immediately had a staff clean the vents at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is clean

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

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

17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the stationary red metal bus on the preschool playground with paint chipping and needing to be painted. Also, the red handle on the wood and green climbing equipment with slide had paint chipping as well. The counselor advised the provider that the equipment needs to be sanded down and repainted. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor equipment is painted by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

25-01 · Meals and Snacks

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the snack menu in the SA classroom with the afternoon snack option for today and tomorrow with only one food group and water. The counselor advised that for snacks at least two food groups must be offered and that snacks should be nutritious. The provider advised that they will change the snack option to replace water with another food group. This afternoon they will serve the children granola bars and milk. The provider also changed tomorrows snack option for apple sauce and a fruit. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation of MyPlate

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a couple of childrens bottles and cups in the one year old and three year old classroom that were labeled with only the childrens first name. The provider had staff label each bottle and cup with the childrens first and last name at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the cups and bottles are labeled appropriately per rule to remain in compliance

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

30-06 · Diapering

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing mat in the one year old classroom that was torn with a tear exposing the foam cushion causing it to not be impermeable. The provider switched out the diapering mat for a new mat at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the mat is replaced by the

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

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

33-01 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required DCF training prior to leaving the industry in the 80s or before returning to the child care industry on 9/6/2024. The staff has completed 40 hour training on 10/26/2024. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete required 40 hour training within 12 months of working in the industry

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-06 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required 5 hr literacy course within 12 months of working in the industry. TA was provided to ensure that the training is completed by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-08 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not document in-service training completed on required log, CF-FSP Form 5268 for training completed 7/1/2023- 6/30/2024. The provider documented staffs training on the log at time of inspection and placed on file. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel documents in service hour training on required log and places on file for Licensing to review

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

35-12 · Communicable Disease Control

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete training initially prior to starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 9/6/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes training by the

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 on the supplemental did not sign a Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The form was last signed on 8/28/2023. The provider had the staff sign a Child Abuse and Neglect form at time of inspection on todays date. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel sign a Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. Counselor reviewed all 13 staff files

Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

05-04 · Transportation

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys transportation log from the month of March 2024 for the 22 nd day and observed the staff did not document a second sweep was conducted for transportation. The provider explained that they were short a driver on that day. TA was provided to ensure that the transportation logs are complete with all required information

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 attempted to observe the facilitys vehicles for a working alarm in good condition. The facility tried to initiate the alarm on van 1 and van 2 to include the facilitys new van and the alarm did not work. The facility states the vans have technical issues. TS was provided to ensure that the vans are available for reinspection by the

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

46-02 · Daily Attendance

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the parents log for each childs sign in and out attendance with multiple children not signed out for the month of June. The child care personnel in the facility did not ensure that attendance was complete and accurate. Parents should sign their children in and out each day and documentation must be on file for 12 months. TA was provided to ensure that parents sign their child in and out each day the child is present at the facility

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental left the industry in 01/2019 and started in the industry 01/2018 and started 40-hour DCF training courses but did not test out to obtain the 40 hours prior to leaving the industry. The staff returned to the industry at the facility on 03/21/2024 out of compliance for training. The counselor reviewed the training transcript at time of inspection and staff has still not completed required DCF 40-hour training. The provider advised that the staff has an upcoming appointment to test this Saturday 4/6/2024. The staff should have completed training before being hired at the facility. The provider advised that the staff has not worked with children since being hired and is never left alone to supervise children in care but she was hired as child care personnel. The provider during the re-inspection changed her role to other personnel. The provider changed the 5131 form moving staff from child care personnel to other personnel at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes training before staff is in a classroom supervising children in care

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-01 · Supervision

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the staff supervising the three year old children leave the classroom with the children in the classroom unsupervised to open the door for counselor when they arrived on site. Counselor also observed the staff supervising the one year old classroom walk around the hallway into the kitchen/ staff area of the facility to grab a snack leaving the one year old children alone in the classroom. While the counselor was completing a walk through of the facility, counselor observed the staff supervising the four year old children leave the classroom and walk to the classroom next door to bring a childs water bottle and left the children in her classroom unattended. Counselor advised to the provider that children should never be left alone unsupervised and once a staff walks out of the classroom the children are left unsupervised. Counselor also advised that if staff needs to leave the classroom and there is no other staff to cover the classroom and supervise children. The children must accompany the staff. All staff retuned to the classrooms shortly after leaving children alone at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children are never left unaccompanied by staff at any time while children are in care. Staff must always supervise children

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

05-06 · Transportation

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the transportation log for both used daily vehicles of the facility and on 2/28/2024 both logs did not have a second staff complete a sweep. Staff advised that the director is on vacation and there was no office staff from the church who could complete a second sweep and all other staff were in classrooms with children. Drivers advised that they completed a visual sweep once arriving to the facility. Counselor advised that 2 nd sweeps are required after transporting children in care and stated that going forward sweeps cannot be skipped. Staff advised that they have extra staff today and will complete both sweeps. TS was offered to the provider advising that sweeps cannot be missed and suggested reaching out to church staff who is background screened or staff that is in a classroom as long as children of that classroom is supervised. TA was provided to ensure that both required visual sweeps are completed daily when transporting children in care

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-01 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the toilets in the first building of the preschool near the three and four year old classrooms with toilets that need to be cleaned. The three year old seat of the toilet was in need of cleaning as well as the base of the toilet. Also the four year old classroom toilet had a dark ring inside the toilet bowl as well as the base of the toilet needed to be cleaned. Counselor asked staff who cleans the restrooms and they advised that the staff in the classrooms clean the restrooms, daily. Counselor also observed the restrooms in the second building school aged classroom which was not being used at time of inspection, due to no children in the morning with toilets in both girls and boys side with toilets that were not clean on the seats, the inside of the toilets also had dark rings in the toilet bowl and the base of the toilets with hair and urine stained. As well as the refrigerator in the one year old classroom the counselor observed a sippy cup with what appeared to be orange juice that was molded and had a bad odor. There was also a sippy cup with milk that was clumped together and going bad. The refrigerator had a foul odor when you opened the door. The counselor advised provider that the areas need to be cleaned. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are cleaned by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

12-18 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed an outlet cover in the three year old classroom near the childrens table and chairs by the window without an outlet cover as well as in the multi purpose room the facility uses in the morning before they break off to their classrooms on the left side of the water fountain by the trash can with an outlet not covered. The counselor also observed an outlet cover missing in the school age room near the door closest to the street view across from the teacher's desk. Staff covered all outlets that were missing at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the outlets are covered by the

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

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

23-08 · Fire Drills

The counselor determined that the facility failed to complete a fire drill for the month of February 2024. The counselor observed the facilitys fire drill log and the last fire drill was completed 1/22/2024. The counselor asked staff present if they recall completing a fire drill last month and staff replied they can not confirm. A fire drill was completed during time of inspection, with counselor present and documented on the log as a make up for the month of February. Counselor advised that a fire drill for March must be completed and to continue to complete monthly fire drills going forward. TA was provided to ensure that monthly fire drills are completed and documented on a log and maintained for 12 months for Licensing to review. Counselor also reminded provider that the fire extinguishers throughout the facility must be retagged by the end of the month of April 2024, the retag date is coming near

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the preschool playground with resilient surface of mulch not meeting requirement of 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. The mulch measured at over 3 inches near the red and blue swings, at 4 inches near the green swings attached to the wooden outdoor structure with a slide. The blue stationary car mulch measured at 5 inches, the red stationary fire truck measured at about 5 inches of mulch as well. Lastly, the 4 way multi colored seesaw mulch measured at 4 inches. The school aged playground swings measured at 5 inches of mulch. TA was provided to provider to ensure that all stationary equipment outdoor meets 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter of a resilient surface by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

41-02 · Immunization Records

At the time of inspection, the counselor the child listed on supplemental with an Immunization form on file that was expired as of 2/28/2024. TA was provided to ensure that a current Immunization form is on file by the

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 most of the facilitys staff listed on the supplemental with Child Abuse and Neglect forms not signed annually. The forms were signed in 1/2023 but not resigned annually in 2024. TA was provided to provider to ensure that all staff working at least 10 hours a month or more have a current Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually by the due date. Counselor reviewed all 10 staff files

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

09-07 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the three and four year old combined classroom watching Mickey mouse Christmas movie on Disney +. Counselor asked staff what the children were watching and she stated the above title. Staff advised that she knew media had to be educational and stated she will turn it off. Staff changed the television to YouTube and played a clean-up song and video as the children cleaned up the front room to divide into their classrooms at 9am. TA was provided to ensure that children who are offered media utilize media for educational purpose only

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the two, three and four year old group classrooms on the playground with 2 child care personnel, one staff left the playground to take a child to the restroom, leaving the ratio 1 staff to 20 children of mixed ages. The ratio was corrected shorty after when the director joined the staff on the playground. Staff later returned from taking the child to the restroom and the director was relieved. TA was provided to ensure that the facility remains in ratio at all times. Provider was encouraged to review ratio requirements with all staff as a reminder to ensure ratio is met. Ratio: completed at time of inspection 2 staff; 20 children mixed ages (8 two year olds, 6 - three year olds and 6 four year old children) (majority age 2)

Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

10-10 · Field Trip Permission

30am but children did not go outside until after 10:30, closer to 10:40am. Provider advised that the staff in the classroom is not used to being with that age group due to staffing issues. Counselor advised that planned activities are outlined in the schedule and staff should follow accordingly. Also, the three year old classroom schedule read outdoor time from 10:00 am to 10:30am as well however, counselor observed combined classrooms of three and four year olds on the playground at the same time around 9:30 until about a little before 10:30am. Provider advised that she had staff call out and is also short staffed. Licensing understands the circumstances but encouraged provider to follow planned activities. TA was provided to ensure that provider follows the planned activities posted or revise the planned activity schedules to meet the actual events of the classroom routine better

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

12-18 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the four year old classroom with an outlet not covered near the teachers desk. As well as on the preschool playground near the table and chair for staff there were two outlets observed with no covering. All outlets observed are in reach of children. Provider immediately placed covers in the outlets at the time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the outlets are covered and remain covered at all times

Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2023

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

24-23 · Food Preparation Area

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the refrigerator and freezer mini fridge combo with the freezer section without a thermometer. TA was provided to ensure that a thermometer is placed in the freezer by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

35-12 · Communicable Disease Control

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that all child care personnel listed on the supplemental failed to complete exposure plan training refresher of the blood borne pathogens annually. Staff last completed the training 6/2/2022 and prior to 6/2/2023 the staff should have completed a refresher course. Provider stated that she was unaware of the requirement for completing a refresher annually. Counselor answered all of the providers questions and explained the course refresher needs to be completed annually for all child care personnel. Also, all child care personnel did not initially complete exposure plan training. Provider stated that she was unaware that all staff needed exposure plan training and thought it was only certain staff that has CPR/First Aid training. Licensing advised provider that all child care personnel need to complete exposure plan training within 30 days of employment. TA was provided to provider to ensure that child care personnel complete the refresher course as well as staff initially complete the training by the due date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-03 · Enrollment Information

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys school aged afterschool files without the know your childs facility brochure acknowledged on file for Licensing to review. Provider stated that she was not aware that the school age children needed the brochure acknowledged and only thought it was for the preschool. Licensing advised provider that the standard for the brochure is also listed in the SA handbook as a requirement for enrollment information. TA was provided to ensure that the facility offers the brochure to school age children enrolled and have parents acknowledge the brochure on file for Licensing to review by the due date. Counselor reviewed all 5 newly enrolled children files and 19 childrens files of the 58 children enrolled at the facility. (10 preschool files N- Z by last name and 9 school age files A-H by last name) At time of inspection counselor reviewed the facilitys brochures Influenza and Distracted drivers. Counselor reviewed all 12 staff files

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

43-06 · Enrollment Information

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys school ages afterschool files with the Distracted Driver and Influenza brochures signed in various months like June and July and not signed in the appropriate months. Influenza months are August or September and Distracted drivers is September and April. Counselor reviewed the appropriate months with provider and provider stated that she understood. TA was provided to provider to ensure that brochures are acknowledged in appropriate months only and available on file for Licensing to review

Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2023

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-05 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of inspection, the provider determined that child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete 5 five year work history and had gaps of employment dates within the five years from the date of hire. Licensing discussed with provider to review all work history and go ensure the history has no gaps and is complete with five years from the date of hire. TA was provided to ensure that there are no gaps of employment dates and that all employment history is documented to include 5 years from the date of hire at the facility

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

46-02 · Daily Attendance

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys daily attendance log book near the front door of the facility not documented with the departure time of multiple children and without parent signature for all dates where children attended. TA was provided to provider to ensure that all children are signed in and out for at both arrival and departure on all days that children are in attendance

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

32-07 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the protective ground covering must meet the required 6 inches in depth at all times surrounding stationary equipment

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed both playgrounds preschool and school age the protective ground covering did not meet the 6-inch requirement in depth. On the preschool playground the outdoor stationary play equipment to include the blue metal car measured at 3 inches of mulch, the multi colored teeter totter measured at 4 inches of mulch, the red metal van measured at 5 inches of mulch and the orange metal car with yellow steering wheels measured at 3 inches, the climbing wood equipment with green slide measured at 3 inches of mulch, the swings measured at 3 inches of mulch, the red metal van with yellow steering wheels measured at 4 inches of mulch and the red and yellow barrel with slide measured at 4 inches of mulch. Provider advised that the mulch was delivered this morning and that it will be laid down tomorrow 8/26/23

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-07 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fencing is at ground level and must be maintained. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the fencing on the school age playground near the side gate exit on the right-side facing playground with a gap of 6 inches

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

28-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all bottles and sippy cups are labeled with childrens first and last name by the due date

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed bottles and cups in the three- and four-year-old classroom that were not labeled with the childs first and last names. Provider stated that parents are labeling cups, then the next day parents provided a different cup not labeled. Licensing advised that staff should visually check bottles and inform parents immediately at drop off or requirement for bottles being labeled. Provider immediately labeled unlabeled bottles using tape and a marker. Also, suggestion was provided for staff to add tape to water bottles unlabeled and write the first and last name with a sharpie marker. Counselor also observed all other classrooms and bottles were all labeled with childrens names

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

32-07 · Technical assistance was provided to add more of the resilient surfaces to the item stationary by design. Licensing also again suggested taking mulch from the areas that do not need a resilient surface to add in areas where needed

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the mulch on the stationary equipment on the school aged playground did not meet the 6 inches in depth and 6 ft around the perimeter. The swings on the school aged playground measured at 4 inches of mulch. Also, on the preschool playground the mulch also did not meet the 6 inches in depth and 6 ft around the perimeter. The blue metal car with steering wheel is mounted and measured at almost 2.5 inches, the multi colored (red, purple, yellow) teeter totter measured at almost 4 inches of mulch, the swings measured below 3.5 inches of mulch and the red metal van with yellow steering wheels measured at 3 inches of mulch. The green and wooden outdoor equipment with slide also measured at 5 inches of mulch

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-05 · Technical assistance was provided for provider to raise the gate by lifting the post and finding a material to add for example, latus to ensure a more permanent solution. Extra time is allotted to align the due dates given

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the fence on the school aged playground was not 48 inches in height. There were measures of 46 and 47 inches. All areas of the fence and gate must be a minimum 48 inches in height. Provider stated that a suggestion will be made to the church to replace the gate to a 6-foot fence of a different material. Licensing advised that DCF is not asking for the fence to be replaced but suggested resolutions to help provider find a more permanent solution to the fence not meeting required standards. Provider understood and stated that the fence will be discussed with the church to make changes that bring the fencing up to standard

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-07 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fencing be continuous and have a gap of no more than 3.5 inches

At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the bottom of the side gate on the school aged playground with a gap of 5 inches and also over 4 and a half inches in some areas

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

07-06 · Vehicle Requirements

At the time of the inspection, the two vans and the bus were checked. The bus alarm is not working. The representative from the church attempted several times and it would not work. When he did get it to work it took about five minutes. Technical support to get the alarm working and follow the requirements set forth in the handbook: Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute . d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

12-01 · Facility Environment

At the time of the inspection, several of the ceiling vents were dusty and needed to be cleaned. Also in the 3-4-year-old classroom, there were cobwebs on the windows. Technical support was provided to clean the ceiling vents and the windows

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

12-19 · Facility Environment

At the time of the inspection, the provider stated that the teachers clean but do not maintain a log. Technical support was provided to have a log for areas that need to be inspected daily for basic health and safety issues. The log must be maintained for 12 months

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

15-05 · Licensed Capacity

At the time of the inspection, the room with the refrigerator had no capacity posted. Technical support to post the capacity of 14 on the wall in a place that is conspicuous

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of the inspection, there was burlap material exposed, which presented a tripping hazard on the preschool playground. Technical support was provided to take the burlap off the playground. The provider noted that they are using it to hold the mulch, but it is not needed and only can present a tripping hazard as the mulch is not maintained. Also, the area leading to the playground had an active wasp nest. Someone from the church side came and spray. Technical support to remove the wasp nest

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-05 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of the inspection, the fence on the school-aged ground was not 48 inches in height. There were areas that measured from 43 inches to 46 inches. All areas on the fence and gate need to be at minimum 4 feet in height. Technical support was provided to add zip ties or some time of support to the top of the fence to attach the spokes to the bar

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of the inspection, the bottom of the fence had a gap of almost 5.5 inches. Technical support was provided that fencing has to be continuous and have a gap of no greater than 3.5 inches

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

A child was resting on a mat in the 2-3 year old classroom which had a large tear in it. The teacher in the room replaced the mat with one in good repair

Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023

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

28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food

At the time of the inspection, the 3-4 year old cups were not labeled with the first and last names. Technical support to label and cups with the childrens first and last names

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

32-02 · Outdoor Equipment

At the time of the inspection, the stokes on the blue car that anchors the car had lifted and was no longer anchored. This was completed at the time of inspection as the church representative removed the blue car from the playground

Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023

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

32-07 · Outdoor Equipment

At the time of the inspection, the mulch on all stationary equipment did not meet the 6-inch depth and 6 feet around the perimeter on the preschool-sized playground as well as the school-aged playground (swings). Technical support is provided to add more resilient surfaces to the items that are stationary by design. The height requirement is 6 inches in depth and 6 feet around the perimeter. The church representative was spoken to about taking some of the mulch from the areas that do not require a resilient surface

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

At the time of the inspection, a staff member who began in the industry on June 2, 2022, did not complete her 5 hours of early literacy. Technical support to complete the early literacy course by the next re-inspection

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

43-10 · Enrollment Information

At the time of the inspection, there are 64 children enrolled per the provider. There were 29 children files checked - all newly enrolled and files B-K, R-Z, and L-M. There were several children without adult-distracted brochures. Technical support to have it completed in the months of April and September

Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

46-07 · Daily Attendance

At the time of the inspection, the children were lying down for a nap. Several minutes after they were all settled, one classroom teacher was standing watching the children while the other classroom teacher was sitting on the floor. An attendance roster was asked for in the 2- 3 year old classroom, not all children were accounted for on the roster. When questioned she stated that the children are on a different roster. In the 3-4 year old room, the roster was asked for and not all children were accounted for. She stated that the children were on a different roster. The provider and teachers were explained that they must account for all children, as children transition, they should be signed out of one room and added to another room. The issue was resolved when the teachers added the children back onto their rosters

Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023

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

45-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure all staff have 5131 forms in their files. This was completed at time of inspection as the form was completed with the counselor on site

At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that a new staff, whom is listed on the supplemental, did not have a 5131 form in their file

Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2023

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

46-03 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children have arrival and departure times

At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor reviewed attendance records from October 2022-February 2023. There were children missing departure times throughout October and November

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.