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Norwood MA 02062-5006 · License #P-177471 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Building Inspection and Fire Inspection
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Indoor Space
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The program does not have a current Fire Inspection because the program's Maintenance Dept. must install a Knox Box at the second entrance of the main door.
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The following hazards were observed during the visit. Chipped paint and plaster on the walls in the Twos B and PreK A classrooms. In the PreK B Classroom, there were 2 small holes in the lower wall, an electrical outlet cover was broken and plastic bags of pull ups were stored in the classroom bathroom and accessible to the children. There was chipped paint and plaster on the half wall by the hallway columns. In the Toddler B classroom, staples were used to hang posters. Four staples were observed on the rug and accessible to the children.
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Violation
Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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In the Preschool 1A Classroom, an evacuation diagram was not posted next to door leading out to the hallway.
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Health and Safety
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Physical Facility
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Supervision
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During the visit, it was identified that Classroom #6 did not have a first aid kit.
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The educator in classroom #9 was asked if there were children in the classroom with a chronic medical condition that required the administration of emergency medication. The educator stated, No. It was identified that a child in attendance did have an Individual Health Care Plan that required the administration of emergency medication. All staff, including break coverage staff, must be informed and trained in a child's health care plan. (This was previously cited in the Twos A and Preschool 1B classrooms on 1/22/25)
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Violation
During the visit, an educator was observed supervising four children during naptime in classroom #9 (previously identified as Preschool A). EEC has not approved this classroom for use. Child care must be provided only in space approved by the Department. (Technical Assistance was previously provided on 1/22/25)
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During the visit, in classroom #9 (previously identified as Preschool A), an electrical cord to an IPad was left hanging out of an outlet, and an outlet cover was cracked (the damaged outlet cover was previously cited on 1/22/25).
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Violation
During the visit, the following was observed in Classroom #6: six personal storage containers used in the children's cubbies were broken. A fruit stand was not secured to prevent it from tipping over. (Technical Assistance was previously provided on 1/22/25)
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During the visit, a toilet brush was observed on a shelving unit in the children's bathroom in Classroom #9 and accessible to the children (Technical Assistance was previously provided on 1/22/25) A container of bleach and a plunger was observed in the children's bathroom in Classroom #6, and accessible to the children.
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Violation
A list of emergency numbers was not posted in Classroom #9 as required by EEC. The licensee must post this information in an area easily visible to parents, educators, and visitors
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Violation
The Allergy/Emergency Medication Lists posted in the classrooms were not accurate. Two children enrolled in the program with emergency medications were not included on the list. The administrator was in the process of updating the list and completed it during the visit.
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Violation
During the visit, four school-age children were observed laying on cots for naptime in classroom #9. Three of the children were awake and were not offered quiet activities for the remainder of the rest/quiet time. The Assistant Director asked the educator to put out quiet table activities and let the children get up from their cots. When children choose not to sleep or awaken early, they must be offered quiet activities for the remainder of the sleep or quiet activity period.
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In Classroom #7, an educator was observed alone in the classroom with 19 children. The second educator had left the classroom to complete a task. Staff-to-child ratios must be maintained at all times.
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected
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Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Injury Prevention
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Health and Safety
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Indoor Space
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Emergency medications readily available
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Violation
During the visit, three children's files were reviewed. One child's enrollment packet was incomplete. One child's file did not include a lead test date. One child is receiving (REDACTED) during program hours. The child's file did not include documentation regarding these services.
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Violation
In the Toddler B Classroom, a child's medical/ food preference information was not posted in a confidential manner.
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Violation
During the visit three staff files were reviewed. One file did not include the required documentation to verify that the staff member is teacher qualified through the EEC Minimum Hiring Requirements.
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Violation
The first aid kit in the Twos B Classroom did not include tweezers, CPR mouth guard and ice packs. First aid kits must be placed out of reach of the children.
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Violation
In the Infant B Classroom, five bottles located in the refrigerator were not labeled with the children's names.
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Violation
During the visit, a hole was observed in the Preschool 1B classroom above the kitchen set.
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Violation
The garbage barrel in the Twos A, Twos B and Preschool 1B Classrooms did not include a cover as required.
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Violation
One child's Individual Health Care Plan did not include the name of the staff trained to administer medication if needed.
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Violation
One child's Individual Health Care Plan included the administration of an antihistamine. This medication was not on the premises. Therefore, it was not immediately available if needed.
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Violation
The Preschool A classroom did not have a first aid kit. The first aid kit in the Toddler B Classroom was missing a CPR mouth guard, scissors and tweezers. The first aid kit in the Twos B Classroom was missing a CPR mouth guard.
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Violation
In the Twos B Classroom, a portable heater was in use. The use of portable heaters and portable radiators is prohibited during child care hours.
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Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills
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Health and Safety
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Heating source protected; Portable heaters, portable radiators prohibited.
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Indoor Space
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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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In the Preschool A Classroom, there was no evidence of staff following a curriculum. Several bookcases were empty and did not include a variety of age appropriate materials.
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Violation
In the Preschool A Classroom, the following hazards were observed. Two bookcases were not secured to prevent the shelves from tipping. The bottom of one bookcase was coming apart. One outlet cover was cracked. A shelving unit in the children's bathroom was not secured to prevent it from tipping over.
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Violation
On 1/20/25 there was a snow storm. During the visit conducted on 1/22/25, it was noted that snow was not removed from the exits on the playground. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions.
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Violation
One child's Individual Health Care Plan did not include all of the required information. The staff in the Twos A and Preschool 1B Classrooms were unsure if a child in their care had a chronic medical condition. Both classrooms had a child in attendance with a chronic medical condition which required the administration of emergency medication if needed. All staff, including break coverage staff must be informed and trained in a child's health care plan.
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Health and Safety
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Violation
One child's Individual Health Care Plan expired on (REDACTED). This was previously cited on 3/12/24.
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Violation
One child's inhaler medication had expired on (REDACTED).
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Health and Safety
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In the Infant Classroom, 3 feeding bottles were not labeled with the child's name for whom they were intended.
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Violation
In the Preschool III Classroom, a teacher's purse was observed hanging on a door hook in the children's bathroom and accessible to the children.
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Violation
One child's Individual Health Care Plan expired on 2/1/2024. One child's Medication Consent Form was not signed by the parent.
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Food stored in clean/covered containers
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Physical Space Paint
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Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Toxic Substances
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Violation
In the Two's A class, there were 3 children observed in the group. However, only 2 children were signed in on the attendance.
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Violation
In the Preschool III classroom, there were 2 open boxes of wheat crackers observed inside the upper (right) cabinet, not stored in a covered container. There was also an open package of goldfish crackers observed in the upper (left) cabinet and not stored in a covered container. If the licensee provides meals and snacks for children, the licensee must store all food in clean, covered containers.
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Violation
In the Twos B classroom, a 1 inch by 1 inch section of plaster located between the diaper changing table and cabinet area was chipped and flaking.
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Violation
In the Preschool III classroom there was no evacuation procedures posted near the door exiting to the playground.
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Violation
The following was observed in the Twos A bathroom and accessible to the children: a toilet brush was located behind the toilet, a box of vinyl gloves was stored in a basket on a child’s chair, two plastic pouches of diaper wipes with the statement "Keep out of reach of children" were also stored on the chair. A child's training toilet seat was stored on the floor next to the toilet.
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Violation
In the Toddler B Classroom, there were 6 children observed in the classroom. However, only 5 children were signed in on the attendance.
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Violation
In the Twos B classroom, the location of the first aid kit was not posted. The director stated the first aid kit should be located behind the main door, but staff stated it was located in the locked bathroom.
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Attendance Recording
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Health and Safety
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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Violation
Food stored in clean/covered containers
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Violation
During the visit, three children's files were reviewed. One file did not include a current First Aid/Emergency Medical Consent Form. Two files did not include a Transportation Form signed and dated by their parent. Two files did not include a current physical. Three files did not include evidence of immunizations. Two files did not include evidence of a Lead Test date.
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Violation
In the Preschool 3 Classroom, there were 7 children observed in the classroom. However, only 5 children were signed in on the attendance.
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Violation
In the Preschool B Classroom, two open packages of food were observed in a cabinet and not stored in covered containers.
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Two children's Individual Health Care Plans did not include the following information: Name of educator that received training on medical condition and the name of the person that trained the educator.
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Health and Safety
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Violation
During the visit, emergency medication for a child who no longer attends the program was located in the Preschool Emergency Bag. When possible, all unused, discontinued, or outdated prescription medications shall be returned to the parent and such return shall be documented in the child’s record. When return to the parent is not possible or practical, such prescription medications must be destroyed and the destruction recorded by a manager or supervisor in accordance with policies of the licensee and the Department of Public Health, Drug Control Program.
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Violation
A plunger, plastic bags, and an open box of vinyl gloves were observed in the PreK B bathroom and accessible to the children.
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Violation
Health and Safety
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Administration
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Violation
The following hazards were observed indoors: a laminating machine was stored on the children's bookshelf in the Twos B Classroom. A plastic pouch of diaper wipes was accessible to children in the PreK A bathroom. The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions.
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Violation
In the PreK A Classroom, an electrical fan was observed in use and accessible to the children. It was removed during the visit. Electric fans, if used, must not be accessible to children.
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Violation
The following hazards were observed outdoors: the turf was lifting and separating in several areas of the playground and presented a tripping hazard. The surface under the turf is uneven, presenting a tripping hazard. The handles on 2 riding toys were broken. The outdoor play area must be free from hazards including but not limited to a busy street, a parking lot, poisonous plants, water hazards, debris, broken glass, chipping, peeling, or flaking paint, dangerous machinery or tools, and weather-related and environmental hazards or small objects that could present a choking hazard to young children. Any such hazard must be removed or fenced by a sturdy, permanently installed barrier that is at least four feet high or otherwise protected or removed, as appropriate.
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Violation
A current staff schedule was not posted in an area visible to staff, parents, and visitors. This was previously cited on 8/2/2023
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Violation
In the Twos B Classroom, there were 5 children observed in the classroom and only 3 children were signed in on the attendance. In the PreK A Classroom, there were 11 children observed in the classroom and only 10 children signed in on attendance. The licensee must maintain complete and accurate accounts, books, and all records required by these regulations, including but not limited to daily attendance records indicating each child's attendance, including arrival and departure times including a method of knowing exactly who is present on the premises at any given point in the day. This was previously cited on 8/2/2023
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Violation
During the visit, a mixed group of toddlers and preschool children were observed in the Twos B Classroom. However, the program's license does not include a toddler/preschool mixed group.
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Background Record Checks
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Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Medication
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Violation
Emergency medications readily available
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Violation
Administration
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Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Staff Schedule/Qualifications - R Sep 2025
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Violation
Staff:child ratios and groupings: Fixed
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Violation
Pest Elimination
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Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Outdoor Space - R Apr 2025
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Violation
The following was identified at the time of visit... -Program has not submitted to EEC documentation of a Change of Administrative Authority to identify a qualified Director that has been approved by EEC to constantly be on site during program operations. -At the time of visit EEC had yet to obtain a visit response for visit #138268 that was conducted on 6/22/2023 -At the time of visit EEC had yet to obtain an investigation response to 2 investigations #025026 issued on 4/24/2023 and #025281 issued on 6/27/2023 -At the time of visit on 8/2/23 there was no identified director or designee in charge on site. -All staff were individually asked who they would report to during this time and no consistent response was obtained. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 1/10/2023, 12/8/2023
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Violation
In the Preschool IIA classroom there were 5 children observed in the classroom and only 4 signed in on the attendance. There were no arrival times identified on the attendance list that was produced for EEC to review. In the PKB classroom the attendance for the day had not been filled in nor was the day prior on the attendance list that was produced for EEC to review.
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Violation
At the time of visit the following was observed... -Staff in the PKB classroom identified themselves as an Assistant Teacher without having the required courses completed to be identified as Teacher qualified. Staff was observed supervising 3 children alone during the duration of the EEC visit. -No staff schedule posted
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Violation
In the infant B room there were 7 children identified as enrolled on the rollcall sheet. 6 of the children were in attendance with the 7th "on their way in". It was identified through the review of the attendance that 5 of the 7 children were assigned to the Infant group, but had aged out of that groups age range. Materials are not appropriate for the children aged over 15 months. In the Toddler (Twos B) room there 5 children identified on the roll call sheet. 1 of the 5 was assigned to the Toddler classroom but had aged out of that groups age range. Materials are not appropriate for children aged over 33 months.
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Violation
In the PS2 classroom there were pest excrement's in the utility closet on the floor on both interior wall sides. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 4/24/2023, 6/22/2023, 6/27/2023.
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Violation
The program did not have current inspections for Fire and Building posted for licensing to review. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/22/2023
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Violation
On the infant playground there was an opened bag of Heat Melt labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on the ground near the door and exit gate.
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Violation
A review of BRC's at the program indicated the following: -A educator was working with children with an expired background record check. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/22/2023.
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Violation
In the PKB classroom the educator was asked if they were aware of any children with medications and or IHCPs. Educator was aware that there were children in the classroom that had life saving medications but was unable to identify the children's chronic medical diagnosis as identified on the classrooms posted Allergy List. IHCPs for the PKB children were unable to be reviewed at the time of visit as there was no administrator or designee in charge on site. IHCPs were stated to be in the Directors office. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 1/10/23
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Violation
In the PKB classroom 2 children with emergency medications as identified on the Allergy list did not have their medications in the classroom readily accessible in the event of a potential medical emergency nor did the staff know where they were located. One of the two children were observed in care at the time of the visit. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 12/8/2023
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Violation
In the PKB classroom 2 children with emergency medications as identified on the Allergy list did not have their life saving medications in the classroom nor did the staff know where they were located. This means in the event of a potential medical emergency these children would not have access to their life saving medications. One of the two children were observed in care at the time of the visit. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 12/8/2023
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Violation
staff files
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Violation
Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
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Violation
Supervision of Children
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Violation
Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Indoor Space
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Violation
Health and Safety
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Violation
Administration
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Violation
Evacuation procedures posted at each exit
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Violation
A review of BRC's at the program indicated the following: -A educator was working with children without having a current fingerprint.
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Violation
A review of attendance at the program indicated the following: -A toddler was transitioning to the preschool classroom. The toddler program did not sign him out and the preschool classroom did not sign him into their attendance.
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Violation
An Early Intervention Specialist was observed working with a preschool child in the infant playground, and alone in a classroom inside for up to an hour. The Children of America staff were not supervising this Specialist. -Another Early Intervention Specialist was working with a child alone in a classroom for approximately a half an hour. All outside agencies should be supervised while in the childcare center.
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Violation
The program did not have a current building and fire inspection from the local building and fire department.
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Violation
-In the preschool bathroom there was a large plastic trash bag and toilet cleaning supplies accessible to children. -There was minimal mice excrement in the closet in Pre-K B.
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Violation
The Infant B classroom was outside on the playground. The emergency first aid supply bag was still in the classroom. The licensee must ensure that the following are easily and readily available at all times, and accompany the children anytime they leave the facility in the care of staff: 1. a first aid kit; 2. current family contact information; 3. information about allergies and known medical conditions; 4. emergency or life-saving medications, such as asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, for any children for whom they have been prescribed; 5. telephone numbers for emergency services; 6. authorizations for emergency care for each child.
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Violation
During the visit on 6/22/23 one of the educators shared that the Assistant Director (RM) had quit as of 6/19/23. When the Acting Director arrived at the program she stated, "The Assistant Director did not quit but will return on 6/26/23." Later that same day EEC received an email from Corrie Garrison stating that the Assistant Director did resign on 6/19/23. The Acting Director was notified of this resignation on 6/19/23 via text. The Acting Director provided false and misleading information related to the Assistant Directors employment.
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Violation
The Preschool lll Classroom did not have a written emergency/evacuation procedure posted at the exit door to outside.
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Violation
Indoor Space
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Violation
Health and Safety
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Violation
Children's Records
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Violation
Infection Control/Hand Washing - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Building Inspection and Fire Inspection - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Nutrition and Food Service
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Violation
Staff Records - R Apr 2025
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Violation
A review of two educator records indicated the following: -Two did not register annually with the Department of Early Education and Care. -Two educators did not have documentation of a current physical examination. -Two educators did not have documentation of having been immunized in accordance with the recommendations of the Department of Public Health. -One educator did not have documentation of completing the EEC Strong Start Essentials Trainings.
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Violation
Two infants were observed drinking a bottle while lying on their backs on a bobby. Infants must be held while being fed a bottle.
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Violation
The Licensee did not have evidence of compliance with applicable fire codes from the local fire department.
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Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The following was observed inside the building: -An electrical outlet in the hallway, near the staff lounge was uncovered. All electrical outlets within the reach of children younger than school age must be made inaccessible by use of a safety device or covering that prevents access to the receptacle openings. -In the Two's Classroom a screw looking like item was sticking out of the diaper changing table. It was sharp and paint was peeling off. The lunch table was up against the changing table so the metal item was accessible to children. Additionally, the changing table and food table should not be so close to each other. -The purple door in the hallway near the kitchen has peeling paint. -Preschool A and B Classrooms were very warm. Something was wrong with the heat. The Program was still waiting for the repair person to show up to fix it. -The Staff Lounge was unlocked and a coffee pot, oven and a toaster were accessible to children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The Preschool A Bathroom did not have posted a toileting plan.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
A review of two Individual Health Care Plans indicated the following: -Two did not have documentation of which educators were trained to administer the medication to the child. -Two did not have documentation of who trained the educators to administer the medication to the child. -One did not have documentation of the consequences of not administering the medication to the child.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The Pre-K Classroom had a distinct odor of urine as you walked into the classroom.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Administration
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
personal items
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Indoor Space
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Outdoor Space - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Children Record
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Toxic Substances
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Exit Safety
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
There was not a qualified administrator on site at the program on the day of the visit. This was cited on visit report 131122, for which no plan for correction has been received: The program has provided false and misleading information as follows: On 11/25/2022, the program submitted a Change of Administration transaction in LEAD, stating that Staff A would be the Program Director. In addition, the program's current staff schedule indicates that Staff A is the Full Time Administrator. Staff A is not currently at the program full time; staff interviewed during this visit stated that Staff A is at the program 3 times per week. This noncompliance was identified and cited during the investigation on 9/30/2022. The program's plan for correction stated, ""(Staff A) is the Administrator for the Norwood center she is here every day."" This non compliance was not corrected as stated in the program's response to the non compliance report.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
There was not an attendance available for review in the Infant Room. Both educators in the Infant room stated that they had not recorded attendance as children arrived that morning. During the exit interview, the person in charge produced an attendance; however, the classroom educators were not aware of this. In addition, the posted "daily count" was not accurate; although 4 infants were present, this indicated that 3 were present.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Cribs in the Infant Room were not labeled with the name of the child for whom it is intended.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
In the PlaySpace, two ceiling tiles were propped against the wall, accessible to children. In the bathroom in PlaySpace a toilet bowl brush and protruding toilet screws were accessible to children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
As stated on visit report 131122, for which no plan for correction has been received, the following continues to be in non compliance: The outdoor playground had large piles of fallen leaves, approximately 6 ft. by 6 ft., and 2 ft. height. Additionally, there was trash, including plastic bags, on the ground in the playground.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
A review of one child's record indicated that there is not a current Plan for Transportation, Developmental History, First Aid Emergency Medical Consent, Physical Examination.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
As stated on visit report 131122, for which no plan for correction has been received: The following hazards were accessible to children: the kitchen door was not locked; the oven was turned on and read 400 degrees, kitchen supplies were not locked; These noncompliance's were also identified and cited during the investigation on 9/30/2022. The program plan for correction stated: ""We make sure now the kitchen door or any door accessible to kids is always locked."" This non compliance was not corrected as stated. Additional hazards included a six-foot ladder leaned against the wall in a hallway, which was also cited on visit report 131122, no corrective action plan has been received for this visit report. During this visit a staff purse was accessible to children in PreK; moved at Licensor's request.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Educators were not knowledgeable about Individual Health Care Plans. The program's posted medication document stated that Child A has (REDACTED). During this visit, when asked, the classroom educator stated that she "has not been trained" in the use of the medication, and "no one here has been trained". Upon further discussion, staff stated that EG had trained herself in the medication use; however, EG is not at the program full time, and not at the time of this visit. This had been cited on previous visit 131122, no plan for correction has been received, and remains in non compliance;
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
As stated on visit report 131122, for which no plan for correction has been received, the following continues to be in non compliance: The hallway of the Infant Room was not clear; two unsecured wooden shoe shelf units, car seats, and filled plastic bags, were in the hallway; resulting in a hinderance in the event of an emergency evacuation. In addition, a six-foot ladder was leaning against a wall in the hallway outside of PreSchool. During this visit it was observed that the car seats and filled plastic bags have been removed.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Administration
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Extra indoor & outdoor clothing available. Change of clothing available
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Indoor Space
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Outdoor Sun and Shade
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Outdoor Space - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Toxic Substances
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Current consent for administered medications - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Emergency medications readily available
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Exit Safety
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The program is not soundly administered, evidenced as follows: The program director, identified on the staff schedule, stated that she is at the program three times a week. This educator is identified on the change of administration transaction, although she is not at the program full time; staff stated that she comes to the Norwood location three days a week. This noncompliance was identified and cited during the investigation on 9/30/2022. The program plan for correction stated, ""Erin Girard is the Administrator for the Norwood center she is here every day."" This non compliance was not corrected as stated.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Emergency medications were not stored in close proximity, or immediately accessible, for the child for whom it is intended. Prescribed medication (REDACTED) was located in the director's office for two children listed on the emergency medication posting as having(REDACTED).
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The program has provided false and misleading information as follows: On 11/25/2022, the program submitted a Change of Administration transaction in LEAD, stating that Staff A would be the Program Director. In addition, the program's current staff schedule indicates that Staff A is the Full Time Administrator. Staff A is not currently at the program full time; staff interviewed during this visit stated that Staff A is at the program 3 times per week. This noncompliance was identified and cited during the investigation on 9/30/2022. The program's plan for correction stated, ""(Staff A) is the Administrator for the Norwood center she is here every day."" This non compliance was not corrected as stated in the program's response to the non compliance report. During the visit, unlocked kitchen and storage areas, both containing hazards, was observed, and are noted in this report. Both of these noncompliance's were identified and cited during the investigation on 9/30/2022. The program plan for correction stated: ""We make sure now the kitchen door or any door accessible to kids is always locked."" This non compliance has not been corrected, as stated in the program's response to the non compliance report.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Program staff stated that there was not a supply of extra clothing available for children. The licensee must have available sufficient clean and dry indoor and outdoor clothing to change a childs clothing or for a child to change his/her own clothing when wet or soiled and to ensure that children are dressed appropriately for the weather and for indoor and outdoor program activities. Clothing must be washed after each use.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
There was not an attendance available for review in PreK A. The classroom educator stated that the attendance was in the office, since closing the previous day. The seven children present in the room were not signed into the program on the day of the visit, which occurred at approximately 10:00a.m.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
In PreK A, a toilet bowl plunger and brush were accessible to children. In The Two's Room, the trash was not covered, and a toilet bowl brush was accessible to children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Staff stated that the children do not have regular outdoor time, as required. One staff stated that she "thinks they went out three weeks ago"; another staff stated that she "could not recall" the last time the group was taken outside. One staff stated that she had raked the leaves in the playground a few weeks ago, as it was noted during this visit that there were excess leaves piled in the playground.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The outdoor playground had large piles of fallen leaves, approximately 6 ft. by 6 ft., and 2 ft. height. Additionally, there was trash, including plastic bags, on the ground in the playground.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Educators were not knowledgeable about Individual Health Care Plans. The program's posted medication document stated that Child A has ( REDACTED). When asked, the classroom educator stated that the parent had dropped off medicine, but it was in the office. (REDACTED)prescribed for the child was in the office; however, there was not an Individual Health Care Plan available. When asked, the person "in charge" stated she did not know what she would do if the child had a (REDACTED) while in care. In this classroom, the educator was not aware of a child's (REDACTED) diagnosis, or of her treatment plan.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The following hazards were accessible to children: the kitchen door was not locked; the oven was turned on and read 400 degrees, kitchen supplies were not locked; two storage closets were not locked and contained hazards such as cleaning solutions. These noncompliance's were identified and cited during the investigation on 9/30/2022. The program plan for correction stated: ""We make sure now the kitchen door or any door accessible to kids is always locked."" This non compliance was not corrected as stated. Additional hazards observed at the program included a six-foot ladder leaned against the wall in a hallway, an adult toolbox which was not locked and left on a shelf, a teacher purse accessible to children under the sink in an unlocked cabinet in the Two's Room.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
There was not a current parent consent for administration of medication for three children listed on the program medication list. (AQ, EQ, NV)
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
The hallway of the Infant Rooms was not clear; two unsecured wooden shoe shelf units, car seats, and filled plastic bags, were in the hallway; resulting in a hinderance in the event of an emergency evacuation. In addition, a six-foot ladder was leaning against a wall in the hallway outside of PreSchool.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Indoor Space - free of hazards
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Bottles/pacifiers/toothbrushes/sleeping materials labeled with child's name
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Exit Safety
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
During the visit one infant was observed crawling on the floor, and appeared to have something in her mouth. When asked by Licensor, the educator went to the infant and took a piece of paper towel out of the infant's mouth. The educator stated that a roll of paper towel was left on the floor, which was accessible to the infants. The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
One infant bottle, with milk in it, was on the counter; this bottle had a label that was blank. Personal items intended for individual use by children, including but not limited to bottles, pacifiers, toothbrushes and sleeping materials, must be labeled with the name of the child for whom they are intended.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
One emergency evacuation crib in the Infant Room, nearest the hallway exit doorway, would not be moved easily to the door in the event of an emergency evacuation. The educator stated that she would move the feeding table, which holds 4 infants, to move the crib to the doorway. This is not an acceptable plan for emergency evacuation of infants in the evacuation crib. Programs that use cribs for evacuation must assure that such cribs are safe for the intended purpose, easily movable and small enough to fit through exit doors to the outside.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Equipment is clean, safe, secured, and poses no hazard.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Indoor Space
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Staff monitor environment for hazards-Hazardous items not accessible to children
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Two red vinyl chairs in PS2B were torn, prevented from sanitizing properly.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Trash in Preschool 2B was full and not covered.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Two shelving units in Preschool 2B had visible dirt on the bottom shelves, accessible to children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Cabinets in PS2A and PS2B and PreK were not locked: in these cabinets were bleach, cleansers and teacher purse. These hazards were removed at the time of the visit. A wire frame, with sharp edges, was on a shelf unit in PS2B, and accessible to children. The children were on the playground at this time.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Disposition: Yes
Disposition: No
Disposition: Yes
Disposition: Yes
Disposition: Yes
Disposition: No
Disposition: Yes