Parker Chase Preschool Sprayberry

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 February 17, 2026, at approximately 4:28 p.m., adequate supervision was not provided when a 2-year-old child fell backwards off a piece of equipment not intended for climbing and sustained a head injury. During outdoor play, both staff members were seated in the playground area. The 2-year-old child climbed on a piece of equipment that measured 2 feet, 11 inches in height and was intended to be used as a musical drum. Neither staff member was aware that the child was climbing on the drum until the child reached the top and sat down. When one of the staff members saw the child at the top of the drum, they called out to the child and stood up. At the same time, the child scooted backward and fell from the equipment to the ground. The child struck the back of their head on the ground and received professional medical attention.

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591-1-1-.07(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.07(2) requires that Parents be immediately notified and specific instructions obtained until the child can be picked up or returned to the group, immediately when professional medical attention is required, or when the child experiences symptoms of moderate discomfort, or when the child is involved in an incident that puts their health and/or safety at risk and to notify Parents by the end of the day when professional medical attention is not required, when the child experiences symptoms of less than moderate discomfort or when the child experiences an adverse reaction to prescribed medication which does not constitute moderate discomfort.

During an investigation, it was determined that on February 17, 2026, at approximately 4:28 p.m., a 2-year-old child sustained a head injury on the playground after falling backwards off a piece of equipment. The child’s parents were not notified immediately as required. Staff members were unsure if the child hit their head during the fall but gave ice to the child for their head as a precaution. The child’s parents were not made aware of the incident until they arrived for pick up at approximately 5:30 p.m. After pick up, the child received professional medical attention for a head injury.

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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 and follow-up visit conducted on March 3, 2026, it was determined based on an investigation that on February 10, 2026, a 3-year-old child swallowed a heart-shaped Lego tile, and staff members were not aware of the incident. Staff did not supervise in a way that was appropriate for the individual needs and capabilities of the child.

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591-1-1-.07(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.07(2) requires that Parents be immediately notified and specific instructions obtained until the child can be picked up or returned to the group, immediately when professional medical attention is required, or when the child experiences symptoms of moderate discomfort, or when the child is involved in an incident that puts their health and/or safety at risk and to notify Parents by the end of the day when professional medical attention is not required, when the child experiences symptoms of less than moderate discomfort or when the child experiences an adverse reaction to prescribed medication which does not constitute moderate discomfort.

During a complaint closure conducted on March 24, 2025, it was determined based on an investigation that on February 6, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., a 2-year-old child sustained a jaw injury and the center failed to notify the parent immediately. Professional medical attention was required for the injury. 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-.03(9) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(9) requires center staff to refrain from engaging in, or allowing children or other adults to engage in, activities that could be detrimental to a child's health or well-being, such as, but not limited to, horse play, rough play, wrestling, and picking up a child in a manner that could cause injury.

It was determined based on an investigation that on February 6, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., a staff member engaged in rough play with a two-year-old child when the staff member put the child over their shoulder and ran. The staff member tripped, and the staff member and child fell on the concrete of the playground. The child sustained an injury to their jaw that required professional medical attention.

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591-1-1-.07(2) · Rule 591-1-1-.07(2) requires that Parents be immediately notified and specific instructions obtained until the child can be picked up or returned to the group, immediately when professional medical attention is required, or when the child experiences symptoms of moderate discomfort, or when the child is involved in an incident that puts their health and/or safety at risk and to notify Parents by the end of the day when professional medical attention is not required, when the child experiences symptoms of less than moderate discomfort or when the child experiences an adverse reaction to prescribed medication which does not constitute moderate discomfort.

It was determined based on an investigation that on February 6, 2025, at approximately 10:50 a.m., a two-year-old child sustained a jaw injury, that required professional medical attention and the center failed to notify the parent immediately. Staff completed an incident report in the Procare Application and notified the parent of the incident at approximately 4:43 p.m. during pickup.

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591-1-1-.03(9) · Rule 591-1-1-.03(9) requires center staff to refrain from engaging in, or allowing children or other adults to engage in, activities that could be detrimental to a child’s health or well-being, such as but not limited to horse play, rough play, wrestling, and picking up a child in a manner that could cause injury.

During an investigation, it was determined that on April 28, 2022, a staff member attempted to pull a two-year-old child up to their feet by the hand. As a result, the child sustained an elbow injury that required professional medical attention.

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