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6750 Eagle View Drive, Indianapolis IN 46254 · License #517038 · Center · Licensed Center
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This licensing inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
Repeat citation- During visit twos room was out of Group size with 13 children ages 24 months to 30 months. Max group size for a class with two year olds is 10.
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At time of visit, menu was not posted in a place for parents to view. No current menu was posted.
At time of visit, items labeled "Keep out of reach were accessible to children". All classrooms had teacher purses out within reach of children.
At time of visit, exit door blocked in the kitchen area.
At time of visit, school-age missing posting of daily schedule of actitivities.
At time of visit, school-age classroom missing written program of lesson plans for daily routine.
The toddler classroom did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 1 qualified caregiver with 7 children and the required ratio for that age group is 5:1. The older twos classroom did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 1 qualified caregiver with 8 children and the required ratio for that age group is 7:1.
At time of visit, cook was unable to make adjustments to menu do to delivery of food for the week.
The provider does not have documentation for a criminal history check director and caregiver.
During visit toddler room was out of Group size with 7 children ages 12 months to 3 yrs old. Max group size for a class with toddler year olds is 10.
At time of visit, attendance records were not kept current with number of children and names of children in toddler and twos classrooms.
At time of visit, Round-up garden spray accessible to children in the lobby area.
School-age classroom missing manipulatives, educational materials, and project based items for further learning.
Toddler classroom missing arts, blocks and manipulatives in the classroom.
This licensing inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
Plan of correction for visit on 1/23/25 has not been submitted for review to consultant. Please submit to consultant.
Repeat citation- At time of visit, 4 caregivers missing Universal Precautions training in staff files. Please send completion of trainings to consultant.
repeat citation- At time of visit 8 caregivers missing physicals in staff files. Please send consultant completed physicals by caregivers.
Repeat citation- At time of visit, 5 caregivers missing Child Abuse and Neglect training in staff files. Please send documentation of completion to consultant.
At time of visit, 4 caregivers missing First Aid training in staff files. Please send completion of trainings to consultant.
repeat citation- Current weekly menu missing in kitchen and posted for parents.
Repeat citation- At time of visit 9 caregivers missing drug testing results in staff files. Please send documentation of completion to consultant.
Repeat citation- At time of visit 7 caregivers missing Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually in staff files. Please send documentation of completion to consultant.
Repeat citations- During visit 1 staff member in the infant classroom present with children did not have any fingerprints on file with division making them. Having a person on site without a qualifying background check may be grounds for a licensing enforcement action.
repeat citation- During visit consultant observed the infant class out of ratio with 3 infants with 1 Disqualified caregivers. Only Qualified caregivers count for supervision and ratio. During visit consultant observed the toddler class out of ratio with 8 children with 1 qualified caregiver. Ratio for toddlers is 5:1. During visit consultant observed the Older Twos class out of ratio with 9 children with 1 qualified caregiver. Ratio for 30 months children is 7:1.
At time of file review, 1 child file missing name, address and phone number of parent.
At time of file review, infant caregiver missing training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Please provide documentation to consultant.
At time of file review, 6 child files missing physical examination. Please provide documentation to consultant.
At time of file review, 5 caregivers missing basic first aid training in files. Please provide documentation to consultant.
Repeat citation- At time of visit, items labeled keep out of reach of children were accessible to children. 4 yr old classroom had handsantizer, Wizard Air freshner spray, Lysol spray and bleach water in an open bucket accessible to children. 5 yr old classroom had handsanitizer on desk. School age classroom had open bucket of bleach, Wizard disinfectant and handsantizer.
At time of file review, 9 child files missing Current and complete record of immunization history showing month, day, and year of each immunization. Please provide documentation to consultant.
At time of file review, 6 drug tested results missing in staff files. Please send documentation to consultant.
A time of file review, 4 caregivers missing a minimum of twelve (12) clock hours of in-service training as follows: Caregivers shall receive training in each of the following categories: Health, nutrition, sanitation, and safety. Please provide documentation to consultant.
repeat citation- At time of visit, 3 infant bottles missing name and date of preparation. 2 botttle missing date of preparation.
At time of file review, 1 caregiver with positive test, 1 caregiver with expired TB test and 2 missing verification of TB test administered. Please provide documentation to consultant.
During visit 1 staff member, in the infant room present with children had expired fingerprints on file with division making them Unqualified: (expired: 5/29/24). During visit 1 staff member in the Twos classroom present with children did not have any fingerprints on file with division. Currently, showing incomplete status with division.
Provider has failed to submit plan of correction for the following visits: 5/21/24, 8/6/24, 9/17/24. At time of file review, 6 caregiver files of 14 caregivers present requested were missing. Please send documentation to consultant.
Repeat citation- The Older Twos classroom did not have the proper number of qualified caregivers directly caring for the number of children in the classroom. They had 1 caregiver with 12 children and the required ratio for that age group is 7:1.
At time of file review, 4 caregivers missing High school diploma or passed equivalency test in files. Please provide documentation to consultant.
At time of visit, caregiver present who has disqualified status with the division on the premises.
Toddler closet door is broken.
Consultant observed caregiver in Prek classroom grabbing 4 year old child by the arms and moving her back into classroom. Caregiver continued holding onto child's arm.
repeat citation-During visit consultant observed the PreK class out of ratio with 17 children age 4 with 1 qualified caregiver. Ratio for 4 years old is 12:1. repeat citation- During visit, consultant observed 16 four year old children with 0 caregivers when caregiver walked out of classroom. repeat citation- During visit consultant observed the 3 classroom out of ratio 16 children age 3 with 1 qualified caregiver. Ratio for 3 years old is 10:1.
During visit PreK class room was not supervised by caregiver. Caregiver left with one child and left 16 children age 4 in classroom with out caregiver present.
Coats touching in 2A classroom.
At time of file review, 10 out of 12 caregivers missing Health and Safety modules in files. Send documentation of completion to consultant.
repeat citation- Toddler classroom had two sippy cups being stored on top of paper towel dispenser.
A time of file review, 8 out of 12 caregivers missing current first aid training in staff files. Send documentation of completion to consultant.
Two ceiling tiles in classroom 2B have water damage.
small climbing equipment missing in twos classroom.
repeat citation- One Caregiver missing current fingerprints with the division. One Caregiver missing fingerprints on file with the division.
repeat citation- 2B restroom contained mop, bucket and broom set. Infant restroom contained mop, toys and clothes on the shelf and toy in the sink.
Stacked chairs in threes classroom.
At time of file review, 8 out of 12 caregivers missing physical exams in staff files. Please send documentation of completion to consultant.
At time of file review, 3 child files missing birth certificates.
repeat citation- Classrooms missing science/literature/fine and large motor educational materials in the threes, school age classrooms.
At time of file review 12 out of 12 caregivers missing drug testing results in files. Please send documentation to consultant upon completion.
At time of file review, 5 children missing physical in files.
The following classrooms did not have lids on the trash cans containing food: 2B, Threes and Prek.
PreK classroom had first aid box that contained antihistamines and non-aspirin in travel size pouches, accessible to children.
Rugs in toddler, threes classroom were not clean. Threes classroom rug frayed and coming apart.
Infant and toddler rocking chairs have mesh under seats that is not sanitizable. Rocking chair in infant classroom has a tear in fabric seat cover.
repeat citations- Caregivers in all classrooms are unable to read and write English proficiently. Caregivers do not understand verbal or written directives/questions. No translation into other primary language of caregivers present or used in the classrooms
Infant caregiver missing CPR training in file.
Items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children. PreK classroom had white out, body lotion on table. Lysol spray, disinfectant spray and handsanitizer on open shelving within reach of children. Lysol spray on changing table in the infant classroom.
At time of file review, 11 out of 12 caregivers missing Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually. Send documentation of completion to consultant.
The following classrooms had peeling paint on walls: Toddler and PreK
Repeat citation- During visit consultant observed the following classrooms out of ratio: 1. Toddler class out of ratio with 9 Toddlers to 1 qualified caregivers. ratio is 5:1 2. Threes class out of ration with 11 three year olds and 1 qualified caregiver. ratio is 10:1 3. 2A (younger twos) class out of ratio with 14 24 mths to 29 months with 2 caregivers. ratio is 10:2
At time of file review, 3 child files missing immunizations.
At time of file review, 12 out of 12 caregivers missing universal precautions annual training in files. Please submit documentation of completion to consultant.
2B classroom- cots were not placed a minimum of 2 feet apart on all sides.
(repeat citation) Items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children. Toddler room- under changing table contained aquaphor and diaper cream. PreK classroom had handsanitizer out on desk. Preschool classroom- Caregivers purse accessible to children in open shelving. 2B restroom had Lysol spray on toilet paper holder.
Classroom thermostats were reading over 78 degrees fahrenheit.
Large bookcase was blocking the exit door in the Threes classroom.
At time of visit, consultant observed 4 month old infant being placed on his stomache to sleep in crib.
Toddler classroom, children sitting and wandering classroom waiting for lunch to be served.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, infant bottles missing names and date of preparation in the refrigerator.
Classrooms missing daily lesson plans posted.
At time of visit, 4 cribs had sheets that do not securely cover the crib mattress.
Toddler caregivers not seated at each table to supervise children eating.
At time of file review, director reported that staff files were incomplete. Consultant will return in 30 days to review.
Consultant observed cockroaches and ants in the infant and toddler classrooms, hallway and kitchen area.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, kitchen missing updated and current list of childrens special diets.
(repeat citation) During visit, toddler room was out of Group size with 11 toddlers to 3 caregivers. Max group size for a class with toddlers is 10.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, two caregivers missing fingerprints with the division.
(repeat citation) During visit, consultant observed the fours class out of ratio with 12 four year old children with 0 qualified caregivers. Only Qualified caregivers count for supervision and ratio.
Classrooms missing science/art/literature/fine and large motor educational materials.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, Weekly menu was not posted for parents to view.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, kitchen missing menu changes as served and keep menus on file for one (1) month.
At time of file review, director reported that child files were incomplete. Consultant will return in 30 days to review.
Threes restroom contained a cloth bookcase being stored.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, two caregivers missing consents with the division.
(repeat citation) Infant classroom did not have infant's individual feeding plans posted.
(repeat citation) At time of visit, one 8 month old sleeping in crib wearing a bib. One 11 month old, sleeping in swing wearing a bib and tethered pacifier attached. One 4 month old sleeping in swing.
Cook missing BCC approved food service training. No other caregiver or director has training on file.
Caregivers in all classrooms are unable to read and write English proficiently. Caregivers do not understand verbal or written directives/questions. No translation into other primary language of caregivers present or used in the classrooms.
(repeat citation) Attendance records and feedings were not documented on attendance/meal forms in the infant classroom.
The following classrooms have broken doors; infant, threes and five year old classrooms.
During visit twos room was out of Group size with 13 children age 24 months to 30 months. Max group size for a class with 2 year olds is 10.
At time of visit, toddler classroom hot faucet had no water. Threes bathroom sink read 70 degrees. Water temperature needs to be between 100-120 degrees.
In the toddler classroom, consultant observed 10 sippy cups of milk being stored on top of paper towel dispenser. Infant refrigerator read 60 degrees and all infant bottles and food was warm to touch. Black refrigerator in the kitchen read over 40 degrees and items were room temperature.
Center was unable to produce menus from the last month along with current menu.
Signage is posted on infant and toddler classrooms restricting access into the classrooms.
Licensee did not corporate with the division in regards in returning the requested documentation for the plan of improvement that was issued to the licensee on 4/18/24.
At time of visit, children were served cheese balls and milk. Director unable to provide menu to review for dietary requirements
Cook reported that she does not know if list of childrens special diets is current and includes all children.
Center missing menu for parents to review.
Visit on 4/18/24, 3 infants missing feeding plans posted and followed in the infant room.
Twos restroom contained a child's riding toy. Threes restroom contained two brooms.
Center missing menu for parents to review.
Water temperatures in the infant changing table sink was 67 degrees. Threes classroom sink was 67 degrees. Temperature should read between 100 and 120 degrees for handwashing.
At time of visit, consultant observed a 8 month old infant sleeping in a bouncer in the infant classroom. At time of visit, consultant observed a 10 month old infant sleeping in a crib wearing a hairband.
The Twos classrooms missing small climbing equipment.
Toddler classroom missing art media supplies.
At time of visit, 3 infants missing feeding plans posted and followed in the infant room.
In the toddler classroom, consultant observed 10 sippy cups of milk being stored on top of paper towel dispenser. Infant room- One infants milk bottle from home and food being stored in bag.
Twos, threes, and prek classroom missing literacy materials and equipment.
At time of visit, twos, threes, prek classroom missing science/math/discovery materials for learning.
During visit 1 caregiver, M.G. present with children did not have any fingerprints or consent form on file with division. Having a person on site without a qualifying background check may be grounds for a licensing enforcement action.
At time of visit, stacked chairs were located in the toddler classroom while children were awake.
Menu missing at time of visit, consultant could not verify snack or other meals for the day of visit.
Twos and PreK classroom- Children's coats and personal items are touching other children's coats.
During visit 1 caregiver, M.G. present with children did not have any fingerprints or consent form on file with division. Having a person on site without a qualifying background check may be grounds for a licensing enforcement action.
Toddler, twos classroom missing duplicate toys
Consultant observed toddlers sitting at table for snack while snack had not been delivered to classroom yet in the toddler room.
Consultant observed caregiver in toddlers classroom not drying children's hands.
At time of visit, children were served rice crispy mini bar and milk. Director unable to provide menu to review for dietary requirements.
At time of visit, both infant caregivers missing Safe Sleep Modules 1 and 2 in files. Please send consultant documentation of completion of training.
At time of visit, 6 caregeivers missing training of Universal precautions in file. Training is annual. Please send consultant documentation of completion of training.
At time of visit, broken ceiling tiles in the school age classroom.
At time of visit, 3 bottles in the infant room were not dated with the preparation date.
6 caregivers missing basic first aid training in their files. Please send consultant documentation of completion of training
At time of visit, 4 caregivers missing drug test results read by a Medical Review Officer.
At time of visit, Broken fence in between toddler and preschool playground. Torn canopy located on the toddler playground.
At time of visit, 5 caregivers missing Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually. Please send consultant documentation of completion of training
At time of visit, 4 caregivers missing Child Abuse and Neglect training in their files. Please send consultant documentation of completion of training.
At time of visit, one caregiver in the infant room and one caregiver in the toddler room missing CPR training in files. Please send consultant documentation of completion of training
At time of visit, both boys restroom in the hallway was being held in place by wood 2 by 4 frame. Pipes were exposed. The girls restroom in the hallway had the sink being supported by a wood spindle. The seal was breaking away from the wall. Both sink supports can be moved easily by foot or hand.
At time of visit, consultant took temperature of taco meat at 90 degrees. hot food was being served cold. Hot foods should be maintained at temperatures not lower than 140 degrees F.
At time of visit, in the Toddler room, consultant observed toddlers sitting at table before lunch was brought into the classroom.
During visit preschool room was out of Group size with 14 children ages 3 years old to 9 years old. Max group size for a class with 3 year olds is 10.
One caregiver, (cook) is missing consent with the division.
One caregiver (cook) missing fingerprints with the division.
At time of visit, 3 bottles missing name and date of preparation. 2 bottles missing date of preparation in the infant room.
Items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" were accessible to children at time of visit. Toddler room- Changing table with deterrent (deterrents are not locks) contained vaseline, a plastic bag with no name containing 2 aquaphors, Barrier Ointment, Body cream and Clotrimole cream.
At time of visit, caregiver sitting on floor and holding bottles for two infants in highchairs.
Water testing strips kit missing in kitchen.
At time of visit, Caregiver in the infant room was not able to show feeding plans for 4 infants in attendance.
Twos room missing under, over and climbing structure in classroom.
Boys restroom had an oversized screwdriver on the floor, and a bucket on the top of toilet dispenser containing electrical cover plugs, light switch.
At time of visit, One caregiver had expired consent with the division. Please send documentation to consultant when resolved.
Infant room does not have daily record of infants feedings, diaper changes, napping times etc to notify parents.
Boys restroom, hot faucet is not working- no water when turned on.
At time of visit, classrooms were missing attendance records for children.
Toddler playground has broken canopy hanging off the metal frame.
At time of visit, 5 bottles missing preparation date, 1 bottle missing name and date of preparation, 1 bottle missing lid for nipple on bottle.
Both boys and girls restroom, paper towels sitting on top of dispenser, which is out of reach for children.