Towne Square Academy

591-1-1-.12(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.12(6) requires that a variety of age-appropriate toys and play materials be available, stored on low, open shelves accessible to children in each room or assigned area.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on September 29, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation in Room I/9 , three out of seven shelves were empty with no toys or books available to the children on the empty shelves.

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591-1-1-.12(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.12(6) requires that a variety of age-appropriate toys and play materials be available, stored on low, open shelves accessible to children in each room or assigned area.

During a Licensing Study conducted on February 9, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that in Room l/9, three out of seven shelves were empty without toys or books.

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591-1-1-.26(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(4) requires that playgrounds be protected from traffic or other hazards by a (4) four foot high fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on September 29, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the threads on the bolts of the gate separating the Infant Toddler Playground from the far Right Playground measured longer than two thread lengths.

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591-1-1-.26(4) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(4) requires that playgrounds be protected from traffic or other hazards by a (4) four foot high fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area.

During a Licensing Study conducted on February 9, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that the threads on the bolts of the gate separating the left back playground from the rear playground measured longer than two thread lengths. It was further determined that the fencing throughout the front left playground, rear left playground, and rear playground were in need of repair due to gaps at the bottom of the fence, the wood fence warping, and disconnected poles on the top of the fencing, posing an entrapment hazard.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(b) · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(b) requires that the interior of a transportation vehicle be clean, in safe repair and free of hazardous items, objects and/or other non-essential items which could cause injury.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on September 29, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation the following: * Van with Tag #CEX5854 (9)-missing cup holder underneath the window of the first and second seat behind the driver's seat. * Van with Tag #CEX4469 (8)-missing cup holder underneath the window of the first seat behind the driver's seat. * Van with Tag #AAN5628 (6)-missing cup holder underneath the window of the first seat behind the driver's seat. * Van with Tag #ABJ2032 (1)-missing cup holder underneath the window of the second seat behind the driver's seat. * Van with Tag #BNW0654 (3)-missing cup holder underneath the window of the second seat behind the driver's seat.

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591-1-1-.36(4)(b) · Rule 591-1-1-.36(4)(b) requires that the interior of a transportation vehicle be clean, in safe repair and free of hazardous items, objects and/or other non-essential items which could cause injury.

During a Licensing Study conducted on February 9, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that the center¶s three vans (Tag #AAN5628, Tag #ABJ2032 ,Tag #BNW0654) observed to have two missing panels underneath the window of the second row for each vehicle. It was further determined that trash and debris were observed throughout the floor of each van.

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591-1-1-.12(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.12(6) requires that a variety of age-appropriate toys and play materials be available, stored on low, open shelves accessible to children in each room or assigned area.

During a Licensing Study conducted on March 27, 2025 ; It was determined by observation in room I/9 the play materials and toys were stored on a high shelf inaccessible to the children, only two out of seven shelves had materials accessible on this date.

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591-1-1-.12(6) · Rule 591-1-1-.12(6) requires that a variety of age-appropriate toys and play materials be available, stored on low, open shelves accessible to children in each room or assigned area.

During a Complaint Investigation Follow Up conducted on April 28, 2025 ; It was determined by observation in room I/9 the play materials and toys were stored on a high shelf inaccessible to the children, only two out of seven shelves had materials accessible on this date.

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591-1-1-.26(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(8) requires climbing and swinging equipment to have a resilient surface beneath the equipment and the fall zone from such equipment must be adequately maintained by the Center to assure continuing resiliency.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on September 29, 2025 ; It was determined based on observation that the resilient surfacing on the Front Left Playground measured 1 inch and not the 3 inches that is required by the Department for equipment measuring less than 5 feet in height.

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591-1-1-.26(8) · Rule 591-1-1-.26(8) requires climbing and swinging equipment to have a resilient surface beneath the equipment and the fall zone from such equipment must be adequately maintained by the Center to assure continuing resiliency.

During a Licensing Study conducted on February 9, 2026 ; It was determined based on observation that the resilient surfacing on the front left playground,rear left playground, and rear playground measured 1 inch and not the 3 inches that is required by the Department for equipment measuring less than 5 feet tall in height.

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591-1-1-.14(1)(a) · Rule 591-1-1-.14(1)(a) requires all Staff who provide direct care to children must obtain certification in a biennial training program in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a triennial training program in pediatric first aid within the first 45 days of employment. Current and valid evidence of the successful completion of such training shall be maintained on the Center¶s premises. The hours obtained completing this certification will not count towards the required annual training hours.

During a Monitoring Visit conducted on September 29, 2025 ; It was determined based on review of records that center staff#3 (hire date 06/23/2025), Staff#15( hire date 06/17/2025), and Staff#2 (hire date 06/14/2025) who were hired before the 45 day new rule became effective did not obtain their CPR/First Aid Certification within the 90 days. Additionally, staff#14 (hire date 07/14/2025) did not obtain a CPR/First Aid certification within the 45 days as required. 5. B. Rule Previously Cited: 591-1-1-.14(1)(a) requires all Staff who provide direct care to children must obtain certification in a biennial training program in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a triennial training program in pediatric first aid within the first 45 days of employment. Current and valid evidence of the successful completion of such training shall be maintained on the Center¶s premises. The hours obtained completing this certification will not count towards the required annual training hours. During a Licensing Study conducted on February 9, 2026 ; It was determined based on a review of records that center staff #1, staff #7 and staff #16 were observed to be without evidence of CPR/First Aid certification. Exhibit "A"

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