Front Row Early Learning Academy

591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that a school-age group did not follow a daily schedule to reflect routine activities and provide structure on this date as the children were observed to be sitting for over twenty minutes with no activities being provided.

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591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that a school-age group did not follow a daily schedule to reflect routine activities and provide structure. There was no schedule posted that corresponded with the activities or events taken place on this date.

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591-1-1-.32(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(1) requires the Center to maintain the required Staff:child ratios as follows: under 1 year or under 18 months if not walking = 1:6; 1 year and walking = 1:8; 2 years = 1:10; 3 years = 1:15; 4 years = 1:18; 5 years = 1:20;and 6 years and older = 1:25. A Center must establish groupings of children for care with maximum group sizes as follows: under 1 year = 12; under 18 months/not walking = 12; 1 year and walking = 16; 2 years = 20; 3 years = 30; 4 years = 36; 5 years = 40; and 6 years and older = 50.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on consultant's observation that the center did not observe and maintain adequate Staff: child ratios in the following rooms on this date: Room A Infants and One-Year-Olds- ten infants and one-year-old children were observed being supervised by one center staff, the required ratio was 1:6. Room D- Two-Year-Olds- eleven two-year-old children were being supervised by one center staff, the required ratio was 1:10.

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591-1-1-.32(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(1) requires the Center to maintain the required Staff:child ratios as follows: under 1 year or under 18 months if not walking = 1:6; 1 year and walking = 1:8; 2 years = 1:10; 3 years = 1:15; 4 years = 1:18; 5 years = 1:20;and 6 years and older = 1:25. A Center must establish groupings of children for care with maximum group sizes as follows: under 1 year = 12; under 18 months/not walking = 12; 1 year and walking = 16; 2 years = 20; 3 years = 30; 4 years = 36; 5 years = 40; and 6 years and older = 50.

During a Licensing Study conducted on October 24, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that classroom C had a ratio of one teacher to thirty-eight children ages one-year- old to four-years-old. Eight of those children were one-year-old when the required ratio was 5:40.

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591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a Licensing Study conducted on October 24, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that children ranging in ages one-year-old to four-years-old, did not follow a daily schedule to reflect routine activities and provide structure on this date as the children were observed to be sitting and watching television for over forty-five minutes with no activities being provided in classroom B.

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591-1-1-.19(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.19(1) requires a Center to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child, which will determine the Center's License capacity.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the center failed to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child on this date. Room D was observed to have eleven two-year-old children and one staff member when the approved space per child was nine (9). Additionally, a group of school-age children totaling nineteen children and one staff member were observed outside from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Center staff stated that the class was using the front office area which is licensed for ten children. The group of school-age children were not observed to return to the office area as stated by staff.

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591-1-1-.19(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.19(1) requires a Center to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child, which will determine the Center's License capacity.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the center failed to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child on this date. Modular 2 was licensed for 15 children and had fifteen preschool children present which were observed to be merged with twenty- three school-aged children. Additionally, the group of school-age children and one staff member were observed outside from 12:20 p.m. to 1:56 p.m. Modular 1 had 38 children present and was licensed for 15 children. Room A had 11 children present and was licensed for 10 children. Room C had 22 school- age children present and was licensed for 10 children. Room D had 10 children present and was licensed for 9 children.

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591-1-1-.19(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.19(1) requires a Center to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child, which will determine the Center's License capacity.

During a Licensing Study conducted on October 24, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the center failed to ensure to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child on this date. It was determined based on observation that classroom B was licensed for eight children and had thirty- eight children present ranging from ages one-year-old to four-years-old.

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591-1-1-.33(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(4) requires within the first year of employment, the Director and person with primary responsibility for food preparation shall have four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the Director and person(s) primarily responsible for food preparation did not have evidence of the completion of four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage as required.

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591-1-1-.33(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(4) requires within the first year of employment, the Director and person with primary responsibility for food preparation shall have four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the Director and person(s) primarily responsible for food preparation did not have evidence of the completion of four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage as required.

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591-1-1-.33(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(4) requires within the first year of employment, the Director and person with primary responsibility for food preparation shall have four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning, preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage.

During a Licensing Study conducted on October 24, 2024 ; It was determined based on a review of records that staff #1 who is listed as the Director did not have evidence of the completion of four clock hours of training in food nutrition planning preparation, serving, proper dish washing and food storage as required.

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591-1-1-.16(f) · Rule 591-1-1-.16(f) requires the Center to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change if there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, or additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation and a review of records that the provider failed to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change. It was observed that Room C-Preschool had been changed into an office and there was no space for nineteen school-age children to be supervised inside of the center or the two Modulars on the property.

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591-1-1-.16(f) · Rule 591-1-1-.16(f) requires the Center to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change if there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, or additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation and a review of records that the provider failed to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change. It was determined based on observation that Room C- Preschool is an office, and an amendment application was not submitted as required.

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591-1-1-.16(f) · Rule 591-1-1-.16(f) requires the Center to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change if there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, or additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

During a Licensing Study conducted on October 24, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation and a review of records that the provider failed to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change. It was determined based on observation that Room C-Preschool is an office, and an amendment application was not submitted as required. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.18(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.18(3) requires ventilation to be provided either by mechanical or natural means so as to provide fresh air and control of unpleasant odors in the food preparation area.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on consultant observation that the stove hood was not operable and there were no other means to provide fresh air and control unpleasant odors in the food preparation area.

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591-1-1-.18(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.18(3) requires ventilation to be provided either by mechanical or natural means so as to provide fresh air and control of unpleasant odors in the food preparation area.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the stove hood was not operable and there were no other means to provide fresh air and control unpleasant odors in the food preparation area.

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591-1-1-.26(9) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(9) requires the playground to be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the playground contained the following hazards on this date:pine cones, large sticks, weeds and briar vines along the rear fence line, and exposed tree roots.

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591-1-1-.26(9) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(9) requires the playground to be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the playground with a maximum capacity of 38 contained pine cones, large sticks, weeds, vines along the rear fence line and exposed tree roots.

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591-1-1-.26(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(6) requires that playground equipment provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that playground equipment did not provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and age-appropriate for school age children. Additionally, the outdoor equipment was observed to not be regularly maintained evidenced by peeling paint, splintered wood, sharp corners, rust and other safety hazards.

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591-1-1-.26(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(6) requires that playground equipment provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that playground with the max capacity of 38 had equipment that did not provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and age-appropriate for school age children. Additionally, all of the outdoor equipment was observed to not be regularly maintained as there was evidence of peeling paint and rust.

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591-1-1-.31(2)(b)2. · Rule 591-1-1-.31(2)(b)2. requires teachers and lead caregivers to meet minimum academic requirements and qualifying experience at the time of employment.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on a review of records that two (2) of three (3) lead teacher files reviewed did not have evidence of lead care giver requirements as required.

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591-1-1-.31(2)(b)2. · Rule 591-1-1-.31(2)(b)2. requires teachers and lead caregivers to meet minimum academic requirements and qualifying experience at the time of employment.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on a review of records that two (2) of four lead teacher files reviewed did not have evidence of lead care giver requirements as required. The staff did not have any credentials or meet academic requirements.

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591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that a school-age group did not follow a daily schedule to reflect routine activities and provide structure; no schedule posted that corresponded with the activities or events taken place on this date.

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591-1-1-.03(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(13) requires Center Staff to develop a daily schedule for each group to reflect routines and activities that is flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that a school-age group did not follow a daily schedule to reflect routine activities and provide structure on this date as the children were observed to be sitting for over twenty minutes with no activites being provided.

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591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) · Rule 591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) requires any Center that provides any type of transportation to obtain two (2) hours of state-approved or state-accepted transportation training, biannually, for the Director and for each person responsible for or who participates in the transportation of children. The training shall include, but is not limited to, a review of the transportation rules, a review of approved transportation forms and procedures, and instruction on the usage and completion of the forms and procedures. This training may be counted as part of the annual training requirements for Staff.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the provider failed to ensure that two (2) hours of state-approved or state-accepted transportation training, biannually, for the Director and for each person responsible for or who participates in the transportation of children was completed prior to transporting children.

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591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) · Rule 591-1-1-.36(3)(a-b) requires any Center that provides any type of transportation to obtain two (2) hours of state-approved or state-accepted transportation training, biannually, for the Director and for each person responsible for or who participates in the transportation of children. The training shall include, but is not limited to, a review of the transportation rules, a review of approved transportation forms and procedures, and instruction on the usage and completion of the forms and procedures. This training may be counted as part of the annual training requirements for Staff.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on review of records that the provider failed to ensure that two (2) hours of state-approved or state-accepted transportation training, biannually, for the Director and for each person responsible for or who participates in the transportation of children was completed prior to transporting children.

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591-1-1-.19(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.19(1) requires a Center to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child, which will determine the Center's License capacity.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the center failed to ensure to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child on this date. Room D was observed to have eleven two-year-old children and one staff when the approved space per child was nine (9). Additionally, a group of school age totaling nineteen children and one center staff were observed outside from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Center staff stated that the class was using the front office area which is licensed for ten children. The group was not observed to return to the office area as stated by staff.

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591-1-1-.19(1) · Rule 591-1-1-.19(1) requires a Center to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child, which will determine the Center's License capacity.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation that the center failed to ensure to provide 35 square feet of usable space per child on this date. Modular 2 was licensed for 15 children and had fifteen preschool children present which were observed to be merged with twenty- three school aged children. Additionally, the group of school age children totaling twenty- three and one center staff was observed outside from 12:20 pm to 1:56 pm. Modular 1 had 38 children present and was licensed for 15 children. Room A had 11 children present and was licensed for 10 children. Room C had 22 school aged children present and was licensed for 10 children. Room D had 10 children present and was licensed for 9 children.

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591-1-1-.16(f) · Rule 591-1-1-.16(f) requires the Center to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change if there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, or additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 11, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation and a review of records that the provider failed to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change. It was observed that Room C-Preschool had been changed in to an office and there was no space for nineteen school age children to be supervised inside of the center or the two Modulars on the property.

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591-1-1-.16(f) · Rule 591-1-1-.16(f) requires the Center to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change if there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, or additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

During a POI Follow Up conducted on July 9, 2024 ; It was determined based on observation and a review of records that the provider failed to submit an application for an amended License at least 30 days prior to a change. It was determined based on observation that Room C-Preschool was an office and an amendment application was not submitted as required. Exhibit "A"

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