Here We Grow E L A

33-13 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have DCF 40 hour training nor did they complete the required school readiness training prior to having unsupervised contact with children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the staff complete SR training by the due date

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the one year old classroom as well as the mixed ages of two and three year old children on the playground while conducting ratio. The staff of the one year old class left inside the building to take a 2 or 3 year old child to the restroom leaving the staff of the 2 and 3 year old class alone on the playground with 12 children ages one through three years old. The facility was brought back into ratio when the staff returned from in the building and the classes separated back into individual classes separated on each playground that was age appropriate. 2 staff; 17 children ages three and four years old (maj.4) 1 staff; 9 children ages two and three years old 1 staff; 3 infants 1 staff; 5 children age one year old 1 other staff

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

09-02 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed three and four year old classroom with the children sitting at the tables playing with play doh while conducting ratio this morning around 9:45am the specialist finished ratio and completed a facility walk through and about an hour later the specialist observed the children still sitting around tables but the staff was reading a book. The specialist overheard the staff say we are going to read one more book while wait for lunch. The specialist then observed the classrooms daily schedule. The schedule read that the children were supposed to do centers from 10:15am to 11am then have outdoor time and lunch at noon. The specialist determined that the children were not offered outdoor time in the morning and also the staff did not follow their posted classroom schedules. The children were later observed eating lunch then laid down for naptime. The staff advised they would go outside once they woke up in the afternoon. TA was provided to ensure that the staff follows the daily planned activities schedules

12-06 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a three year old child in a highchair while conducting ratio. The child was not strapped into the chair using the safety belt. Also, the child was not eating and was participating in the classroom activity play doh. The specialist advised the staff that if a child is placed in a highchair, they must be strapped in. Also, the provider and I discussed that the highchair is not age appropriate. The staff removed the child from the highchair at time of inspection. The provider stated that she will also remove the highchair from the classroom. TA was provided to ensure that the potential safety hazard is eliminated

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

13-01 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle in the infant classroom with a blue solution being stored. The specialist asked the staff what was in the bottle the staff replied it was softener Suavetel and water. The staff advised that she uses it to spray the trashcan for diapers to eliminate the odor. The staff immediately labeled the spray bottle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles storing harmful or hazardous items are labeled at all times

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

13-03 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childrens restroom to the left side near the kitchen with a baby lock on the cabinet under the sink that was not fastened close leaving the cabinet unlocked. The provider noticed hazardous material stored under the sink to include, an aerosol air freshener, Goo gone and a cleaning paste. The provider immediately attached the lock closed at time of inspection making the area inaccessible to children in care. TA was provided to ensure that children do not have access to hazardous materials

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

17-03 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the smaller childrens playground on the far end to the right with no shade. The provider advised that the previous shade blew down with the heavy winds and rain. The specialist encouraged the provider to put up any form of temporary shade until she is able to replace the shade on the playground caused by damage. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has added adequate shade on the playground by the due date

30-14 · Diapering

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the diapering procedures not posted near the diapering station in the mixed class of two and three year old children. The provider immediately placed up diapering procedures at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that diapering procedures are posted near the diapering station at all times

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

32-01 · Outdoor Equipment

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed inadequate number of outdoor equipment and activities to include outdoor toys on both playgrounds. The older childrens playground was observed with a basketball, two football and a collapsible crawling tunnel, tabled benches and a basketball hoop with no ball appropriate for the hoop size. The provider and specialist previously discussed adding more suitable outdoor activities to the playground. The provider advised that she did have other toys like hula hoops, balls, etc. but the children have damaged them and they were discarded. The specialist provided the provider with suggestions to include a kinetic sand table, easel and magnet board, and to encourage staff to instruct organized outdoor games to ensure the children are including movement outdoors. The specialist while conducting ratio in the morning observed children sitting in the dirt with shovels playing or standing around. TA was provided to ensure that the specialist add more outdoor activities to the playground by the due date

36-03 · CPR Requirements

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility did not have the adequate number of staff onsite who possess CPR training. The facility should have had at least 3 staff with the certification. The facility had only 2 staff on site once the Director came on site during time of inspection who had CPR training. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has more staff trained in CPR by the due date

37-02 · First Aid Requirements

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility did not have the adequate number of staff onsite who possess First aid training. The facility should have had at least 3 staff with the certification. The facility had only 2 staff on site once the Director came on site during time of inspection who had First aid training. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has more staff trained in First aid by the due date

41-01 · Immunization Records

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have Immunization on file. The child started at the facility on 4/29/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child has an Immunization form on file by the due date

41-02 · Immunization Records

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired Immunization form on file. The form was expired as of 3/6/2025. The child started at the facility on 1/17/205. The provider advised that the child continuously attended the facility through todays date. The provider received the updated form on 6/18/2025 from the childs parent via Brightwheel. The provider printed the form and placed on file at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the child has an Immunization form on file by the due date

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

42-01 · Student Health and Records

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file. The child started at the facility on 4/29/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a medical physical on file by the due date

44-01 · Personnel Records

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have complete personnel files on file for Licensing to review prior to starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 6/16/2025. The provider had the staff to complete personnel files with all required forms at time of inspection. The staff are sent on assignment to the facility from Career Source only for summer employment. The staff are floaters and assistant teachers at the facility. The staff are not volunteer because they are paid through Career source. The provider had the staff complete required forms at time of inspection and placed them on file. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel have complete personnel files for Licensing to review

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an eligible status for Background screening in the Clearinghouse prior to offering services at the facility caring for children in care. The staff started at the facility on 6/18/2025. Staff 1 was observed in the classroom alone caring for children. The provider sent the staff home at time of inspection until an eligible status is granted. Staff 2 was observed in the classroom caring for children with a supervising child care personnel but also escorting children back and forth to the restroom in direct contact with children. The provider sent the staff home at time of inspection until an eligible status is granted. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel have eligible background screening prior to providing care for children at the facility

46-07 · Daily Attendance

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed no attendance completed while conducting ratio for the mixed classroom of three and four year olds as well as the two and three year old classroom. The specialist had to review attendance with staff in the three and four year old classroom due to the staff signing in children that were transferred to another classroom as well as having a combined class with VPK children mixed but no attendance roster present. The staff and provider finally completed face to name to ensure all of the children present were accounted for. While conducting ratio the specialist observed the two and three year old class on the way to the playground. The specialist asked the staff to review attendance and the staff replied that that the roster was still in the classroom. The specialist asked the staff to obtain the attendance in hand and to complete attendance before taking the children outdoors to the playground. Both staff completed attendance at time of inspection to accompany the children present. TA was provided to ensure that attendance follows the child and is completed in the morning as the children come into direct supervision with staff. Also, a reminder to always have attendance when on the playground

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

1 staff; 15 children ages three through five years old (maj.4) 2 staff; 17 children ages one through three years old (maj. 2) 1 staff; 2 children ages four and five years old 1 staff; 4 infants 1 staff; 5 children age one year old Ratio was conducted during lunch time and facilitys picture day. New ratio - 1 staff; 15 children ages three through five years old (maj.4) 2 staff; 17 children ages two and three years old (maj. 2) 1 staff; 2 children ages four and five years old 1 staff; 4 infants 1 staff; 6 children age one year old

Corrected by May 5, 2025

04-01 · Supervision

At the time of the complaint inspection information obtained revealed a child was left unattended on the playground for 7-10 mins. The teacher stated that she did not know who was all outside with her because the co-teacher was bringing students back and forth from inside being changed back outside. She did not have her attendance roster with her, and when she came back inside to wash children's hands for lunch she realized the child was not in class. She found outside on the playground where the class previously was. The noncompliance was resolved once the child was brought back inside. The child is not in attendance at this facility. The provider was advised to ensure all children enrolled has direct supervision while in care to maintain compliance of this standard

Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

39-03 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation

At the time of the inspection, information obtained revealed the incident was not documented by the facility when the 1 year old was left unattended on the playground. The noncompliance is resolved because the child is no longer in attendance. Provider advised to ensure incident reports are documented, signed the day of and kept for a year to maintain compliance of this standard

Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

46-07 · Daily Attendance

At the time of the inspection, information obtained revealed the teacher in the 1 year old class, that left the child on the playground did not have their classroom attendance outside with them. She explained that she was unaware of how many children she was supervising or what specific children she had until she came back inside and began preparing the students for lunch. She explained now she takes attendance outside. The noncompliance was resolved once the child was brought inside, the attendance for the children in care was accurate and right during the commencement of the complaint inspection. Attendance rosters should accompany classes as they leave the building for playground, field trips, or fire drills etc. to maintain compliance of this standard

Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

1 staff; 6 children VPK as well as ; 10 children ages two years old (naptime ratio and supervision) 1 staff; 6 children infants and one year old children; 3 children age one year old (nap time ratio and supervision) 1 staff; 13 children ages three and four years old (naptime ratio) New ratio 1 staff; 6 children VPK 1 staff; 10 children ages two years old 1 staff; 4 infants 1 staff 5 children age one year old 1 staff; 13 children ages three and four years old

Corrected by Mar 24, 2025

04-06 · Supervision

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed staff 1 standing in the door way of the VPK classroom and the two year old classroom during naptime. As well staff 2 in the infant classroom with 6 children infants and one year old children as well as watching over children from a half wall in the one year old classroom with 3 one year old children sleeping. The specialist advised that naptime supervision does not apply to children under the age of 24 months. The specialist asked the provider where the staff were and she replied on lunch break. The specialist asked the provider where they were taking lunch and the staff replied they went to pick up food off site. The specialist and provider thoroughly discussed nap time supervision as detailed per rule. The staff shortly returned to the facility for compliance. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel required to meet ratio are readily available to meet ratio during nap time and that children under two do not apply nap time ratio

Corrected by Mar 24, 2025

09-06 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the one year old children in highchairs watching Mickey Mouse clubhouse on an iPad that was position upright on the ledge of the half wall. The toddlers were watching the cartoon on the iPad and the specialist advised staff that children in care cannot have media. The staff immediately shut the Ipad and turned off the cartoon at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that media is not offered to children under the age of 2 years old

Corrected by Mar 24, 2025

12-02 · Facility Environment

At the of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the half wall to the left from the entrance in good repair. No drywall was observed and the provider repainted the door to eliminate any paint chipping. However, the provider advised that she overlooked the repair to the outdoor exit door to the playground and did not repair the door by the previous due date. The doorframe was still observed with wood splintered near the outside and inside view of the door. TA was provided to ensure that the door is repaired by the

15-03 · Licensed Capacity

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed during ratio conducted at naptime the infant classroom that had a capacity of 5 children with 6 children observed. The staff had 4 infants and 2 one year old children in the infant classroom while also supervising the one year old classroom with 3 additional one year old children who were asleep. The classroom is separated by a half wall with a door. At time of inspection the staff was sitting in a chair with the door closed, 1 infant in a crib awake and 5 children playing on the floor 3 infants and 2 one year old children. The specialist advised when the staff needed to meet ratio would be back at the facility. The staff returned shortly. The 2 one year old children moved back into the one year old classroom with staff and the infant classroom remained with 4 infants and back into capacity for the room. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in compliance with the capacity set for each classroom according to usable floor space per 35 square feet

Corrected by Mar 24, 2025

25-01 · Meals and Snacks

At the time of the inspection, through interviews, the teacher threw a child's sandwich away alleging because it got wet from a classmate. The meal was discarded while the child was eaten and not replaced/replenished. The child also stated she was still hungry after it was thrown away. The provider was advised to ensure all children in care are fed the mandatory nutritional needs to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved, as the child was given a snack after that meal and the teacher was terminated

Corrected by Mar 18, 2025

43-01 · Enrollment Information

At the time of the commencement the child involved in the allegation's folder was not on site to be reviewed by the licensing specialist. The file was completed and documented on the next visit (4/14/25 commencement of additonal case) resolving the noncompliance of the standard

Corrected by Mar 18, 2025

47-01 · Access/Child Safety

At the time of the inspection, through interviews and video footage it was revealed a teacher threw a child's sandwich away while she was actively eating because the other children at the table spilled their water. As a form of redirection/discipline she threw away her food which is a negative interaction. Also viewed on camera; the teacher yanked a child by their arm and pulled a chair from beneath them away from the table. The owner terminated the teacher which resolves the noncompliance

Corrected by Mar 18, 2025

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

1 staff; 7 children VPK 1 staff; 3 children infants and one year old (maj. Infants) 1 staff; 6 children age one year old 2 staff; 14 children ages two years old 1 staff; 16 children ages three and four years old (maj. 3) New Ratio 1 staff; 8 children VPK 1 staff; 3 children infants and one year old (maj. Infants) 1 staff; 6 children age one year old 2 staff; 14 children ages two years old 1 staff; 15 children ages three and four years old (maj. 3)

Corrected by Feb 19, 2025

09-07 · Planned Activities

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed classroom of three and four year old children watching spider man and friends. The specialist advised the staff that children must be offered media that is educational. The staff replied that she thought they could watch shows because they finished circle time. The staff listed off shows like peppa pig, sonic and paw patrol. The specialist explained that while in care those cartoons can not be offered to children and suggested learning videos, lullabys of Blippi to offer instead that are educational. The specialist asked the staff to turn off the video and change to another option that is educational and the provider turned the television off at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are offered media that used for educational purposes. TS was provided to encourage the provider to revise the daily classroom schedules to ensure it reflects the flow of the classrooms routine

Corrected by Feb 19, 2025

12-02 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the half wall separating the three and four year old classroom where the opening is where a door once was but was taken down the edges of the wall had drywall exposed and paint chipping in need of repair. The provider advised that another door will be placed back soon. Also, in the one year old classroom along the right side of the wall the provider observed the black baseboard material coming apart from the wall and missing in some areas. As well as the bottom of the exit door to the playground that was observed on the entrance and exit side at the bottom with wood splintered and missing by the bottom door frame. TA was provided to ensure that the provider repairs these areas of the facility by the due date

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed several childrens sleeping mat in the three and four year old classroom and some VPK children who nap in that classroom with mats that were torn with tears exposing the foam material causing them to not be impermeable. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens sleeping mats are replaced by the due date

24-18 · Food Preparation Area

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a package of individually wrapped confetti muffins that were expired as of 2/16/2025. The provider immediately discarded of the food item at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility follows the manufacturer's recommendation for expiration dates

Corrected by Feb 19, 2025

26-01 · Meal and Snack Menus

At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the current facilitys menu with no substitutions made. Todays menu read that children were offered turkey and cheese sandwichs, corn, fruit cocktail and milk. The specialist observed the children eating lunch and they were offered spaghetti, mixed vegetables, fruit cocktail and milk. The provider stated that she typically notifies the parents of a change to the menu electronically via Brightwheel. TA was provided to ensure that the provider notes substitutions on the menu as applicable

33-15 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete all required pre service training prior to directly supervising children in care alone. The staff was observed alone supervising children in the classroom when the other staff walked out of the classroom, when she left to escort children to the restroom and diapering, as well as when she covered the VPK classroom. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes pre service training by the due date

44-01 · Personnel Records

At the time of inspection, the specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental was on site at the facility helping in the kitchen, distribute meals and in the classroom with children but prior to todays date they did not have a complete personnel file. The provider had the staff to fill out required forms and placed his file on site for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that personnel have complete personnel files prior to starting at the facility. Specialist reviewed all 8 childrens files

Corrected by Feb 19, 2025

44-04 · Personnel Records

At the time of inspection, the specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not sign the child abuse and neglect form annually. The staff last signed the form on 2/8/2024, but the current form was signed on 2/12/2025. The specialist reminded the provider that the form should be signed annually. TA was provided to ensure that personnel sign the child abuse and neglect form annually and place on file for Licensing to review

Corrected by Feb 19, 2025

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of inspection, the specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an eligible background screening granting clearance for child care prior to being on site at the facility since 1/8/2025, helping in the kitchen, distribute meals and in the classroom with children. The staff has a eligible background screening as of 2/18/2025 on file that Licensing has reviewed at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that personnel have a cleared background screening on file prior to starting at the facility

Corrected by Feb 19, 2025

23-01 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to complete an annual fire inspection. The last inspection was completed on 714/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the facility completes a fire inspection and provides proof of inspection documented on file by the due date

04-31 · Supervision

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete School readiness preservice courses prior to supervising children in care. The counselor advised the provider that the staff must complete school readiness preservice courses prior to supervising children in care or complete part 1 of required DCF training course and test out. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes training by the

12-01 · Facility Environment

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the wall air conditioning vent in the three year old classroom with dust build up and needing to be cleaned. The provider immediately had the staff to clean the vent at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the air conditioning vents are clean and free of dust build up

Corrected by Oct 15, 2024

15-05 · Licensed Capacity

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the back classrooms of two and three year old classrooms with no capacity posted. The provider immediately posted the capacitys in each classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the capacity is posted in each room

Corrected by Oct 15, 2024

18-06 · Bedding and Linens

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a few childrens sleeping mats that were torn with tears causing the surface to not be impermeable. The provider immediately swapped the mats out at time of inspection with new mats the provider had stored. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens sleeping mats are impermeable at all times

Corrected by Oct 15, 2024

23-12 · Fire Drills

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facility fail to possess emergency contact information for all enrolled children in care during a fire drill conducted during the inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has emergency contact information present during the time of a drill and actual emergency. Extra time allotted to align other due date. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on _____________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on _____________ and a weather drill conducted on _________. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on __June ____ 2024. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor

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

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a few bottles stored in the infant rooms mini black refrigerator/freezer combo unit that were wither not labeled or only labeled with the first initial and last name of the child. The counselor advised that the bottles and cups provided from home must be labeled with the childrens full first and last name. The staff immediately labeled the bottles appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the bottles and cups provided from home are labeled with each childs full first and last name

Corrected by Oct 15, 2024

33-06 · Training Requirements

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the required DCF training course, Five hour Literacy within 12 months of working in the industry. The staff started in the industry 9/18/2023. As of todays date the staff has still not completed the training. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the training by the due date

41-02 · Immunization Records

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on a supplemental had an Immunization form that was expired as of 9/3/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization record on file by the due date

43-06 · Enrollment Information

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to have parents acknowledge the Influenza brochure during the months of August or September 2024. The provider uploaded the brochure on the electronic managing system to all parents individually. The provider showed the counselor the sent messages for all parents to acknowledge the brochure. TA was provided to ensure that the brochure is made up and acknowledged by all parents of enrolled children by the due date. Counselor reviewed 12 newly enrolled childrens files of the 36 children enrolled at the facility. Counselor reviewed the facilitys brochure, Distracted drivers for compliance for the month of September 2024

Corrected by Oct 15, 2024

44-04 · Personnel Records

At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The staff last signed the form on 9/27/2024. The staff signed a new form at time of inspection and placed on file. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. Counselor reviewed all 6 staff files

Corrected by Oct 15, 2024

45-04 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to verify employment history from the past five years for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. TA was provided to ensure that all employment history within the past 5 years is verified by the due date

45-07 · Background Screening Documents

At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental was not resubmitted in the Clearinghouse prior to starting at the facility. The staff was last screened on 7/31/2023 the staff started at the facility on 9/18/2024 and has never worked in the child care industry prior to starting at the facility. The provider resubmitted the staff at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that provider resubmits the staff by the due date