Little Learners University

591-1-1-.25(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(8) requires protective caps on all unused electrical outlets within children's reach and requires that electrical outlets in use be made inaccessible to children.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on January 14, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that room 1st R-B had unused electrical outlets that did not have protective caps as required on this date:

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591-1-1-.25(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on August 25, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the following potential hazards were accessible to children on this date: Classroom 4th R- G -There was an unlocked cabinet at the front right with an aerosol can of Lysol and a plastic grocery bag. School-Age Front Right Hallway -There was a window squeegee with a long handle leaning against the wall located at the back right corner. Classroom 1st L- A -There was an unlocked closet at the front right with a large white trash bag and a black trash bag. Classroom 2nd L- D -There was a plastic grocery bag on the teacher table at the back middle of the room. Classroom 3rd L- E -There was a pack of baby wipes under the diaper changing table. -There was a clear plastic diaper packaging with diapers under the diaper changing table. Classroom 4th R- F -There was a broom and a dust pan at the front right of the classroom. -There were three plastic grocery bags in an unlocked cabinet at the back middle of the room. -There was an aerosol can of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, two bottles of Clorox Hand Sanitizer, and an aerosol can of Glade spray on top of a storage cabinet at the back middle of the room.

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591-1-1-.25(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on January 14, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that the following potential hazards were accessible to children on this date: Classroom 1st R- B -There were baby wipes sitting on a white bin against the wall next to a cabinet - There were Lysol wipes sitting on a white shelf Entry Hallway -There were brooms and dust pans located in the hallway where children travel Classroom 3rd L-E -There was a broom and dust pan located at the back of the room to the right of the table in the corner. - There were baby wipes on the changing table with a staff person's bag.

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591-1-1-.25(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(3) requires the Center and surrounding premises to be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

During a Licensing Study conducted on August 25, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the following items were not in good repair as required on this date: Classroom 4th R- F -There was a hole in the drywall panel at the front left of the room. -There was wall damage with crumbling plaster peeling away at the back left of the room. Building-Wide -The ceiling diffusers throughout the building were dusty.

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591-1-1-.25(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(3) requires the Center and surrounding premises to be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on January 14, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that the following items were not in good repair as required on this date: Building-Wide -The ceiling diffusers throughout the building were dusty.

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591-1-1-.25(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(8) requires protective caps on all unused electrical outlets within children's reach and requires that electrical outlets in use be made inaccessible to children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on August 25, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the following unused electrical outlets did not have protective caps as required on this date: Classroom 4th R- G -There were two uncovered electrical outlets at the back middle. Classroom 4th R- F -There were two uncovered electrical outlets at the back right. -There were two uncovered electrical outlets at the back right. -There was an uncovered electrical outlet at the back middle under the sink.

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591-1-1-.10(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.10(4) requires that if diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel.

During a Licensing Study conducted on August 25, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that underneath the diaper changing pad in classroom 2nd L- D, there was dirt and debris on this date. It was further determined that there was dirt and debris at the bottom right corner of the changing pad on this date.

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591-1-1-.10(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.10(4) requires that if diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on January 14, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that underneath the diaper changing pad in classroom 2nd L- D, there was dirt and debris on this date. It was further determined that there was dirt and debris at the bottom right corner of the changing pad on this date.

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591-1-1-.32(7) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(7) requires that children be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm¶s length away from children thirty- six (36) months of age and younger.

During a Complaint Closure conducted on June 18, 2025 ; It was determined, based on an investigation, that on April 28, 2025, at 5:45 p.m., center staff did not provide watchful oversight when a 3-year-old child wandered from the premises for approximately four minutes and was found by a stranger. The 3- year-old child followed a teacher from another class to the entrance door, and the teacher verbally directed the child to return to the playground. Staff watched the child walk to the corner of the building but did not ensure the child returned safely to the playground. The child walked away from the premises and was found by a stranger near traffic approximately 206 feet from the center. An adverse action was previously issued for this rule violation. This rule violation is no longer appealable. No fine is being issued at this time.

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591-1-1-.32(7) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(7) requires that children be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm¶s length away from children thirty- six (36) months of age and younger.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on January 14, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that in classroom 2nd L-D staff was not seated within arm's length of 2-year old children while eating lunch. The staff member was walking around and assisting other children that were preparing for nap on this date. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.32(7) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(7) requires that children shall be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm’s length away from children thirty-six (36) months of age and younger.

During an investigation, it was determined that on April 28, 2025, a 3-year-old child was redirected by a staff member, to return to the playground after he followed a teacher that was not his, but the child did not and left the center premises. There were four children and three staff members on the playground when the incident occurred. Staff stated once they redirected the child, they saw him go around the corner to the playground but not actually return to the playground. When the child’s mother arrived at the center to pick up, she was flagged down by a stranger who had found her child. The child was found approximately 206 feet from the center without socks or shoes on. The child was missing for approximately four minutes.

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591-1-1-.25(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed: Classroom A - Cleaning solution was observed on the red shelf on the left side of the classroom. - Three plastic grocery bags were observed on the cubbies. Classroom B - A plastic grocery bag was observed on the white cubby. Classroom C - A plastic grocery bag was observed in the cubby.

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591-1-1-.25(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children.

During a MV POI Follow Up conducted on September 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were observed: Classroom A - A plastic grocery bag was observed in a spiderman bookbag. Classroom C - A plastic grocery bag was observed in the cubby accessible to children in care. - Eucerin cream was observed in a gray bookbag in the red cubby accessible to children in care. - Diaper wipes were observed in children's bookbags in the red cubby accessible to children in care. Classroom D - A plastic grocery bag was observed in a flower bookbag in the white cubby accessible to children in care. - Diaper wipes observed in the black and white striped, dinosaur, and green and yellow bags in the cubby accessible to children in care. Hallway restroom - Lysol spray stored on the paper towel dispenser accessible to children in care.

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591-1-1-.32(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(2) requires the Center maintain Staff:child ratios in mixed-age groups based on the age of the youngest group of children that includes more than twenty percent of the total number of children in the mixed-age group.

During a Licensing Study conducted on June 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a staff:child ratio of 1:11 was observed in classroom C, this included four infants and seven one-year-olds. A staff:child ratio of 2:11 was required.

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591-1-1-.32(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.32(2) requires the Center maintain Staff:child ratios in mixed-age groups based on the age of the youngest group of children that includes more than twenty percent of the total number of children in the mixed-age group.

During a MV POI Follow Up conducted on September 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a staff:child ratio of 2:13 was observed in classroom C, which included seven infants and six one-year-olds. A staff:child ratio of 3:13 was required.

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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 27, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the center cared for 11 children in classroom C Infants, when the maximum capacity was 10.

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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 MV POI Follow Up conducted on September 20, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the center cared for 13 children in classroom C Infants, when the maximum capacity was 10. Exhibit "A"

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