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Taunton MA 02780-2844 · License #P-170886 · Center · Center-Based Care
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Children's Records
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Violation
Current consent for administered medications
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Violation
At the time of the visit, in a review of four student files, the documentation was not fully complete. Student D had an expired Developmental History. Children's records must have all required applicable documentation as outlined by the Children's Record Checklist.
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At the time of the visit, in a review of three IHCPs and the corresponding Medication Consent documentation, Student D was prescribed two medications. Both medication consent documents for Student D were missing documentation of the [possible side effects of the medication and the directions for storage.
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Disposition: Yes
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Data synced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Violation
No peeling or flaking paint (indoor and out)
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Staff monitor environment for hazards-Hazardous items not accessible to children
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Violation
At the time of the visit, in a review of five students files, two students did not have their transportation plan completed.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, in a review of the staff meeting log, it was observed that the staff meetings for January 2024, March 2024 and June 2024 were missing documentation of the length of the meeting.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, within the Infant, Infant/Toddler and Toddler/Preschool classrooms, it was observed that the educators were leaving the classrooms (walking out of the gates that signified where the classroom ends) during lunch time to access items needed within the students cubbies outside the Infant classroom and the refrigerator outside the Infant/Toddler and Toddler/Preschool classroom. On the date of the visit, the licensee informed EEC that educators were absent from the program and that both admin were covering breaks within ratio. The licensee stated that on a typical day they would be available for support for anything needed outside the classroom.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, the dramatic play area within the Preschool classroom had two pieces of furniture that were tippable. Equipment used in the classrooms must be secured and non-tippable.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, in a review of first aid kits throughout the program, two were missing CPR masks and one was missing ice packs. The licensee must maintain adequate first aid supplies, including, but not limited to: adhesive tape, band aids, gauze pads, gauze roller bandage, disposable non-latex gloves, instant cold pack, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, and CPR mouth guard.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, one student had over-the-counter medication that was not in its original packaging. Over-the-counter medications must be in the original manufacturer's packaging.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, in a review of five IHCP's and the medication consent forms for the prescribed medication, the documentation was not fully complete. Four medication consent forms were missing side effects of the medication, three were missing the name and phone number of the prescribing doctor, one was missing if the child had taken the medication previously and the directions for storage.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, in a review of five students IHCP's, the documentation was not fully complete. All five students were missing documentation of educators trained on the health condition and potential consequences if the medication is not administered. One student had and IHCP for (REDACTED)" but was listed as having (REDACTED) Chart. The licensee must maintain as part of a child's record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the child's health if the treatment is not administered.
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Violation
Children's records and checklist - R Apr 2025
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Staff meeting documentation
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Supervision of children
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Equipment is clean, safe, secured, and poses no hazard.
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First Aid Kit (SLGSA)
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Medication Storage; Medication Container/Label
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Violation
Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications
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Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Violation
Emergency medications readily available
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Violation
Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator
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Violation
At the time of the visit, life saving medication was located in the classrooms, but did not go outside with the students. The program must ensure life-saving medications, such as asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors are easily and readily available at all times, and accompany the children anytime they leave the facility in the care of staff, for any children for whom they have been prescribed.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, the thermometer within the refrigerator in the Infant classroom was reading at 22 degrees F. The licensee must provide refrigeration and storage for food at not less than 32 degrees F, nor more than 40 degrees F for all food requiring refrigeration. Thermometers verifying temperatures must be maintained in all refrigerators.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, the dramatic play walls within the preschool classroom had chipping and peeling paint. The licensee must maintain the interior and exterior of the program in good repair, free of chipping, flaking, or peeling paint or broken plaster.
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Violation
At the time of the visit, within the infant/toddler classroom diaper changing area, there were lose/unorganized electrical cords. All electrical cords must be arranged so they are not a hazard to children. There was also a Swiffer mop within the area, accessible to students. 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.
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Violation
Indoor Space
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Violation
Plan for diapering and toilet training
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Toxic Substances
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Medication
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Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Violation
The following were observed and accessible to children: In the INFANT/TODDLER classroom, the block shelf was unsecured and tippable and the wooden panel border in the corner was missing, leaving a sharp edge. In the TODDLER/PRESCHOOL classroom, the green and blue area rug was stained and there was a broom and Swiffer duster located next to the handwashing sink. In the PRESCHOOL classroom, the baseboard in the dramatic play area had missing sections, the play food stand and play kitchen were not secured and tippable, and there was a broom and Swiffer duster located next to the trash bin, and a section of the wall behind the sink next to the refrigerator had a section missing. In CHILDREN'S BATHROOM #1 (downstairs), there was a small section of the wooden flooring missing.
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Violation
It was observed that the diapering and toileting procedures were not posted in two CHILDREN'S BATHROOMS (upstairs and downstairs).
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Violation
The following was observed and accessible to children: In the INFANT/TODDLER, TODDLER/PRESCHOOL, PRESCHOOL classrooms, and two CHILDREN'S BATHROOMS (upstairs and downstairs) there were open boxes of gloves. In the TODDLER/PRESCHOOL, PRESCHOOL classrooms, and one CHILDREN'S BATHROOM (upstairs), there was a bottle of disinfectant solution.
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Violation
It was observed that two prescribed medications were not stored with their original container with their original label attached. One over-the-counter medication was not stored in the manufacturer's packaging.
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Violation
A review of three individual health care plans indicated that all three did not designate which staff were trained to administer the medication.
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Violation
Children's Records - R Apr 2025
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Indoor Space
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Violation
Physical Space Paint
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Violation
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
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Violation
A review of three children’s files indicated that one did not have evidence of a current annual physical examination.
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Violation
The following was observed and accessible to children: TODDLER/PRESCHOOL - There are stained ceiling tiles in the middle of the room There was a plastic tool bench not secured. There was a wooden grocery store shelf not secured. CHILD'S BATHROOM 1 - The light bulb was not working. CHILD'S BATHROOM 2 - Next to the door and sink, the corner of the black metal border was coming off the wall; exposing a sharp edge. PRESCHOOL Throughout the classroom, there were cracked, loose and missing floor tiles. In the corner near the windows, the shape rug had curled up edges; potential cause for a trip hazard.
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Violation
The following was observed and accessible to children: INFANT/TODDLER - In the Block carpeted area, there was chipped paint along the bottom border. CHILD'S BATHROOM 1 and CHILD'S BATHROOM 2 - There was chipped paint next to the sink.
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Violation
A review of one Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) indicated that it was missing a parent’s signature.
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