Childcare Network #100

591-1-1-.11(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.11(2) requires that personnel shall not: physically or sexually abuse a child or engage or permit others to engage in sexually overt conduct in the presence of any child enrolled in the center; inflict corporal/physical punishment upon a child; shake, jerk, pinch or handle a child roughly; verbally abuse or humiliate a child which includes, but is not limited to, the use of threats, profanity or belittling remarks about a child or his family; isolate a child in a dark room, closet or unsupervised area; use mechanical or physical restraints or devices to discipline children; use medication to discipline or control children's behavior without written medical authorization issued by a licensed professional and given with the parent's written consent; restrict unreasonably a child from going to the bathroom; punish toileting accidents; force-feed a child or withhold feeding a child regularly scheduled meals and/or snacks; force or withhold naps; allow children to discipline or humiliate other children; or confine a child for disciplinary purposes to a swing, highchair, infant carrier, walker or jump seat.

During an investigation, it was determined that on June 2, 2025, at 10:20 a.m., a 5-year-old child was inappropriately disciplined while on the playground. The center staff member aggressively grabbed the child by their left arm, resulting in a red bruise and minor scratches. The child was instructed three times to sit in timeout after pushing another child. The child refused and was placed in timeout by a staff member. After being placed in timeout, the child threw a water bottle toward the staff member’s head. The staff then aggressively grabbed the child by their left arm. The child sustained a red bruise and minor scratches. The child required professional medical attention. The center staff failed to refrain from physical force and rough handling of the child as a result of the incident.

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591-1-1-.31(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.31(13) requires

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591-1-1-.31(13) · Rule 591-1-1-.31(13) requires Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations. Center Staff shall not commit any criminal act, as defined under Georgia law, in the presence of any child enrolled in the Center. Center staff shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

During an investigation, it was determined that on June 2, 2025, at 10:20 a.m., a 5-year-old child was inappropriately disciplined by a staff member while on the playground. The staff member engaged in criminal acts in the presence of children while at the center. The staff member applied physical force in efforts to correct the child's behavior. The staff member was arrested on June 4, 2025, and charged with simple assault, simple battery, and battery.

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591-1-1-.29(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.29(3) requires the director or designated person-in-charge shall report or cause to be reported to the Department within twenty-four (24) hours or the next work day: any death of a child while in the care of the Center; any serious illness or injury requiring hospitalization or professional medical attention other than first aid of a child while in the care of the Center; any situation when a child in care becomes missing, such as, but not limited to, a child who is left on a vehicle, a child who leaves the building, playground, or property, or a child who is left behind on any trip; any fire; any structural disaster; any emergency situation that requires temporarily relocating children; and any time the program’s operating status changes (i.e., open to closed or temporarily closed and temporarily closed to open).

During an investigation, it was determined that on July 11, 2025, at approximately 2:50 p.m., a 3-year-old child sustained a head injury that required professional medical treatment. According to staff statements on July 14, 2025, the administrator was notified by the child’s parents that the child would be taken to a medical facility to receive professional medical attention. As required by the Department, the center failed to report the incident within the required 24 hours or the next workday on July 15, 2025.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(f)1. requires that all transported children be secured in a child passenger restraining system or seat safety belt in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations and according to manufacturer's directions.

During an investigation, it was determined that on February 28, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m., center staff did not ensure that all school age children being transported were secured in a child passenger restraining system. As a result, children were thrown to the floor during an automobile accident in the child care vehicle. 2. Rule 591-1-1-.31(13) prohibits Center Staff from committing any criminal act, as defined under Georgia law, in the presence of any child enrolled in the Center and requires Center staff to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. During an investigation, it was determined that on February 28, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m., center staff did not comply with all applicable laws when the driver of the child care vehicle was involved in an automobile accident while school age children were on board. Some of the children were thrown to the floor and required professional medical attention. The driver received a citation for the accident.

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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 an Incident Investigation Closure conducted on April 5, 2023; It was determined based on investigative findings that on March 22, 2023, a two-year-old child was left outside on the center playground for approximately seven minutes while the remainder of the class transitioned back into the classroom.

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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 an Incident Investigation/Licensing Study conducted on February 14, 2023; It was determined based on observation that the Left Back Classroom had a staff: child ratio of 1:21 among three-year-old and four-year-old children during nap time. A ratio of 2:21 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 an Incident Investigation Closure conducted on April 5, 2023; It was determined based on investigative findings that on March 22, 2023 there was a staff: child ratio of 2:31 among 4 two-year-olds, 8 three--year-olds, 4 four-year-olds, 2 five-year-olds, 3 six-year-olds, 5 seven-year-olds, 1 eight-year-olds, 1 nine-year-old, 4 ten-year- olds, and 1 eleven-year-old in the Middle Back Classroom. A staff: child ratio of 3:31 was required.

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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 Licensing Study conducted on April 12, 2022; It was determined based on observation that an enrolled child was allowed to walk from the Middle Back room to the front office to get a tablet from staff members alone while staff was at the door of the classroom. An adverse action was previously issued for this rule violation. This rule violation is no longer appealable.

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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 an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on January 11, 2023; It was determined based on observation in 1st Right Classroom that a one-year-old child was eating breakfast and the staff member was not seated within arm’s length. The staff member was at the diapering station, cleaning equipment and checking diapers. An adverse action was previously issued for this rule violation. This rule violation is no longer appealable.

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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 an Incident Investigation Closure conducted on February 8, 2023; It was determined based on investigative findings that on December 20, 2022, a four-year-old child attempted to swing between two tables which resulted in the child falling and hitting their chin. At the time of the incident, the staff member was cleaning out a cabinet with other children and the staff member was unaware that the incident happened. Medical attention was obtained, and the child was required to have stitches. An adverse action was previously issued for this rule violation. This rule violation is no longer appealable.

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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 an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on March 30, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that the Left Back Classroom had 21 children housed in a room that was licensed for 20 children. Exhibit "A"

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591-1-1-.21(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.21(3) requires that the Center conduct drills for fire, tornado and other emergency situations. The fire drills will be conducted monthly and tornado and other emergency situation drills will be conducted every six months. The Center shall maintain documentation of the dates and times of these drills for two years.

During an Incident Investigation/Licensing Study conducted on February 14, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the center did not document that a fire drill was conducted for January 2023.

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591-1-1-.21(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.21(3) requires that the Center conduct drills for fire, tornado and other emergency situations. The fire drills will be conducted monthly and tornado and other emergency situation drills will be conducted every six months. The Center shall maintain documentation of the dates and times of these drills for two years.

During an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on March 30, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that the center had not conducted a tornado or lock down drill since July 2022.

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591-1-1-17(7) · Rule 591-1-1-17(7) requires that children wash their hands with liquid soap and warm running water upon arrival for care, when moving from one child care group to another, upon re- entering the child care area after outside play, before and after eating meals and snacks, handling or touching food, playing in water; after toileting and diapering, playing in sand, touching animals or pets, and contact with bodily fluids and after contamination by any other means.

During a Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on July 18, 2022 ; It was determined based on staff statements that children's hands are cleaned 'most of the time' with a baby wipe after diapering in the 3rd Right classroom

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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 an Incident Investigation/Licensing Study conducted on February 14, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that Left Back Classroom had 22 children housed in a room that was licensed for 20 children.

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591-1-1-17(7) · Rule 591-1-1-17(7) requires that children wash their hands with liquid soap and warm running water upon arrival for care, when moving from one child care group to another, upon re- entering the child care area after outside play, before and after eating meals and snacks, handling or touching food, playing in water; after toileting and diapering, playing in sand, touching animals or pets, and contact with bodily fluids and after contamination by any other means.

During an Incident Investigation/Licensing Study conducted on February 14, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a child in the Left Back Classroom entered for the day and was not required to wash hands.

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591-1-1-17(7) · Rule 591-1-1-17(7) requires that children wash their hands with liquid soap and warm running water upon arrival for care, when moving from one child care group to another, upon re- entering the child care area after outside play, before and after eating meals and snacks, handling or touching food, playing in water; after toileting and diapering, playing in sand, touching animals or pets, and contact with bodily fluids and after contamination by any other means.

During an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on March 30, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that a child in the Left Back Classroom entered for the day and was not required to wash hands.

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591-1-1-.18(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.18(8) requires that containers of food be stored above the floor on clean surfaces protected from splash and other contamination. Containers for food storage other than the original container or package in which the food was obtained shall be impervious and non- absorbent, have tight-fitting lids or covers and labeled as to contents.

During an Incident Investigation/Licensing Study conducted on February 14, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that frozen items in the center's freezer was stored outside of the original packaging and were not labeled as to the contents.

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591-1-1-.18(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.18(8) requires that containers of food be stored above the floor on clean surfaces protected from splash and other contamination. Containers for food storage other than the original container or package in which the food was obtained shall be impervious and non- absorbent, have tight-fitting lids or covers and labeled as to contents.

During an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on March 30, 2023 ; It was determined based on observation that four packages of muffins were stored on the floor of the pantry.

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591-1-1-.33(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(3) requires each Staff member with direct care responsibilities to complete health and safety orientation training within the first 90 days of employment. The state-approved training hours obtained will count toward required first year training hours. The training must address the following health and safety topics: prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations); prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment; emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a human-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; precautions in transporting children; recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect; and child development.

During a Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on July 18, 2022 ; It was determined based on a review of records that two staff members did not obtain health and safety orientation within 90 days of hire.

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591-1-1-.33(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(3) requires each Staff member with direct care responsibilities to complete health and safety orientation training within the first 90 days of employment. The state-approved training hours obtained will count toward required first year training hours. The training must address the following health and safety topics: prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations); prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment; emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a human-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; precautions in transporting children; recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect; and child development.

During an Incident Investigation/Licensing Study conducted on February 14, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that three new hires did not obtain health and safety orientation within 90 days of hire.

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591-1-1-.33(3) · Rule 591-1-1-.33(3) requires each Staff member with direct care responsibilities to complete health and safety orientation training within the first 90 days of employment. The state-approved training hours obtained will count toward required first year training hours. The training must address the following health and safety topics: prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations); prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment; emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a human-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; precautions in transporting children; recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect; and child development.

During an Incident Investigation & Follow Up conducted on March 30, 2023 ; It was determined based on a review of records that a new hire had not completed health and safety orientation within 90 days of hire.

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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 April 12, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the Middle Back classroom had 19 children present in a classroom that was licensed for 18 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 Complaint Investigation & Monitoring Visit conducted on July 18, 2022 ; It was determined based on observation that the Middle Back classroom had 19 children present in a classroom that was licensed for 18 children.

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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 an Incident Investigation Closure conducted on February 8, 2023, It was determined based on investigative findings that on December 20, 2022, a four-year-old child attempted to swing between two tables which resulted in the child falling and hitting their chin. At the time of the incident, the staff member was cleaning out a cabinet with other children and the staff member was unaware that the incident happened. Medical attention was obtained. 2.A.

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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 Licensing Study conducted on April 12, 2022, it was determined based on observation that an enrolled child was allowed to walk alone from the Middle Back room to the front office to get a tablet from staff members while staff stood at the door of the classroom. 2.B.

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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 an Incident Investigation and Follow-Up visit conducted on January 11, 2023, it was determined based on observation in the 1st Right Classroom that a one-year-old child was eating breakfast and the staff member was not seated within an arm’s length away from the child in that the staff member was at the diapering station, cleaning equipment and checking diapers. Child Development Schools, Inc 2.C.

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