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Newton MA 02464 · License #P-185799 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator
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Emergency medications readily available
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No peeling or flaking paint (indoor and out)
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Building Inspection; Fire Inspection; Environment free of pests; Date of IPM
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In the Infant 1 classroom, the thermometer in the refrigerator read 48F. Food requiring refrigeration should be stored between 32F-40F.
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Disposition: Yes
Disposition: Yes
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One child's medication dosage was 4 ML. The parents did not provide the program with a medication dispense with this specific dosage noted.
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In the K-Prep Classroom, there was a small amount of chipping/peeling paint on the far wall of the classroom.
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The program's indoor IPM Plan has expired. Please email EEC when the updated plan with required signatures has been uploaded to the document library.
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Children's records and checklist
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Staff Records
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Staff records checklist
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Equipment is clean, safe, secured, and poses no hazard.
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Indoor Space
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Protection from windows, stairwells, and kitchen.
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit; Exit signs and diagrams as required
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Emergency #s easily visible; Name / address / phone # of Health Care Consultant
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Evacuation drill log, all groups
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Emergency medications readily available
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Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator
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No peeling or flaking paint (indoor and out)
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Building Inspection; Fire Inspection; Environment free of pests; Date of IPM
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A sampling of children's files was reviewed. One child's file did not include a current Lead Test and Results.
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) One staff file did not include consistent bi-monthly observations. 2) One staff file reviewed did not include a current physical exam and 2 doses of MMR or proof of immunity.
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The staff records checklist was not current. Please email EEC when a current checklist has been uploaded to the document library.
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In K-Prep, there were several electrical cords together and loose accessible to the children.
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In the Pre-K classroom at the time of the visit, one toilet in the adjoining bathroom was consistently flushing.
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On the day of the visit, the door to the kitchen was found open.
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An exit in Toddler 2 and Pre-K classrooms did not include an evacuation diagram and written plan.
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In K-Prep, emergency numbers were not posted next to the phone in the classroom.
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The Fire Drill Log was reviewed. There was no evidence that a drill was conducted in January 2025 or July 2025. In addition, several entries did not include information regarding exits used.
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One child's medication dosage was 4 ML. The parents did not provide the program with a medication dispense with this specific dosage noted.
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In the Infant 1 classroom, the thermometer in the refrigerator read 48F. Food requiring refrigeration should be stored between 32F-40F.
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In the K-Prep Classroom, there was a small amount of chipping/peeling paint on the far wall of the classroom.
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The program's indoor IPM Plan has expired. Please email EEC when the updated plan with required signatures has been uploaded to the document library.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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classroom furniture
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Allergy/Medical Condition List
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Emergency Evacuation - R Apr 2025
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) One staff file was missing a Staff Information Form. 2) One staff file was missing a current physical exam. 3) One staff file (staff employed 6+ months) did not include current First Aid certification. 4) One staff file was missing evidence of 12 Essentials training completion certifications. 5) One staff file was missing evidence of a staff orientation. 6) Three staff files were missing consistent bi-monthly observations.
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There was a wooden play refrigerator in Toddler 3 and the Preschool classrooms. These items were tipable.
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The Allergy/Medical Condition List did not include one child's medical condition and food intolerance.
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1) The program did not practice a monthly required fire drill in 5/24 and 7/24. 2) Fire drill documentation did not consistently include the route used and therefore, EEC was unable to determine if alternative exit routes were being practiced.
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1) One child's Individual Health Care Plan (IHC) did not include the parent signature/date. This child's dosage noted on their plan included 1-2 teaspoons. the program must have a specific dose to administer if needed. 2) One child's IHC Plan did not include the staff who were trained in medication administration, who trained them and parent signature and date.
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Staff First Aid Training - R Apr 2025
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Indoor Space
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Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Outdoor Space - R Apr 2025
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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A sampling of children's files was reviewed. One child's file did not include a Medication Consent Form for their emergency medication.
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A sampling of staff files was reviewed. 1) Two staff files did not include evidence of 2 doses of MMR or proof of immunity. 2) One staff file did not include evidence of a current physical exam. 1) One staff file did not include evidence of completion of 12 Essentials Training.
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Two staff files who have been emploed at the program for 6+ months did not have current First Aid Certification.
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In the Kprep classroom, a corner of one of the rugs was curling which posed a potential tripping hazard.
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The program does not have a current Building Inspection. Upon receipt of an updated inspection, please email EEC when this inspection is uploaded to the document library.
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In both the Infant/Toddler and Preschool outdoor playgrounds, there was a large amount of sand on the poured rubber surface from the sandbox. This sand makes the rubber matting surface slippery and a possible hazard to children.
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One child's Individual Health Care Plan did not include the consequences if the emergency medications are not administered with the doctor's signature/date.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Protection from windows, stairwells, and kitchen.
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit; Exit signs and diagrams as required
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Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected
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Evacuation drill log, all groups
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Food Storage, Sanitation & Safety
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One staff file reviewed did not include an application/resume, a current physical exam, 2 doses of MMR or proof of immunity, current FA certification (staff member at program for 6+ months), evidence of completion of 12 Essentials trainings.
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The door to the kitchen was observed open at the visit. There must be a barrier between children's activity space and the kitchen.
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The evacuation procedures were not posted next to an exit in Preschool 2.
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Two classrooms had the Allergy/Medication Condition List posted; however, it was not posted in a manner that protects the privacy of each child.
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1) Review of the Evacuation Drill Log noted that monthly drills were not conducted 1/22, 2/22, 8/22 and 9/22. Drills must be conducted monthly. 2) Written documentation for evacuation drills for the past year did not include evidence of using alternative exits
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In the kitchen, there were some individual packages of crackers, animal crackers and graham crackers that did not include the expiration dates of the food. The program must ensure that food is not served beyond the recommended expiration dates.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Food requiring refrigeration
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Emergency Evacuation - R Apr 2025
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Sink Spaces
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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One staff file reviewed did not include a second dose of [REDACTED] or proof of immunity.
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One child's file included no Medication Consent form that did not include the directions for storage. This child's second Medication Consent Form did not include possible side effects and directions for storage.
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The thermometer in the K-Prep refrigerator read 45F. Food required refrigeration should not be stored at more than 40F.
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The Fire Drill Log was reviewed. 1) Drills were not conducted monthly in 3/21, 4/21, 6/21-9/21, 11/21 and 12/21. 2) The Fire Drill documentation did not include evidence of evacuation from alternate exits.
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In Toddler 4, it was noted that children's drinking cups were washed in the sink that was meant for handwashing only.
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One child's Individual Health Care information included a dosage of 4 ML of medication as well as a dosage of 5ML for the same medication. The dosage to be administered to a child must be clear and concise.
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The current staff schedule was not posted.
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Staff Schedule/Qualifications - R Sep 2025
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medication paperwork available off-site
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Physical Space Paint
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Emergency Evacuation - R Apr 2025
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Emergency medications readily available
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Medication
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A sampling of staff files were reviewed. One educator file had an incomplete program orientation check list.
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The program did not have a method of knowing which children were present at all times. 1). A sampling of past attendance sheets were reviewed. Eight children's entries were missing the time of departure. 2) On the day of the visit, Infant 1 attendance had 5 children marked present; however, one child had left. This child’s time of departure had not been completed; therefore attendance was inaccurate.
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One child's Authorization for Medication Form and IHC Plan were not readily available to take off-site in an emergency.
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There was a small amount of chipping paint on the walls in the K prep classroom.
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Written practice evacuation drill documentation did not include a practice drill in 11/19.
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Two children’s Individual Health Care (IHC) Plans did not include who trained staff on administration of the specific medication and which staff were trained.
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One child’s [REDACTED] had expired 9/19. This emergency medication not readily available.
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A sampling of medications was reviewed. 1) One child’s [REDACTED] expired 10/19. 2) The [REDACTED] (above) was not accompanied by a completed Authorization for Medication Form.
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