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222 La Veta Dr Ne, Albuquerque NM 87108 · License #FP15171632 · Center · Licensed Center
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8.9.4.23 · C STAFF/CHILD RATIOS AND GROUP SIZES
The center combines age groups of children. The required group size for the Age in group: three through five years - 1:14 or fraction thereof. The observed group size was 1:12. School-age children combined with 4-year-old children. The group sizes and ratios for School-age is six years and older - 1:15 or fraction of group thereof - Maximum group size: 30 Room(s): Preschool Classroom Services and Care of Children in Centers:
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
8.9.4.24 · J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS
Playground climbing equipment is not safe as evidenced by the following: swings/slide not securely anchored. Room(s): Outdoor Play J.3: A center shall place sufficient energy absorbing surfaces beneath climbing structures, swings, and slides (as determined by Subsection N of 8.9.4.8 NMAC). Based on the consumer product safety commission (CPSC) playground guidelines, grass, artificial turf, and rubber play mats are not energy absorbent material. Finding The fall zone underneath the swings is not adequate as evidenced by the absence of energy absorbent material - the surface is concrete. Room(s): Outdoor Play
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Data synced from New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) on Jul 11, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
8.9.4.26 · B FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS
The center’s first aid kit does not contain soap. Room(s): Admin/Licensure
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The vents has a heavy accumulation of dust. Room(s): Bathroom 05/29/2026 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 6 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING (continued)
The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by rusted gate. Room(s): Outdoor Play A.1: A center shall keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises shall be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The fixtures are not in good repair as evidenced by faucet in girls bathroom is leaking. Room(s): Bathroom
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Room(s): Admin/Licensure
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 2 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing the name and telephone number of two people in the local area to contact in an emergency when a parent or guardian cannot be reached. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Immediate: The Director will request emergency contacts from parents tomorrow 12/17/25 Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. 12/17/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 9 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632 Admin/Licensure (continued) Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. The Director will use the licensing children's records checklist. 8.9.4.22.E.:Children's Records: A center shall maintain a complete record for each child, including drop-ins, completed before the child is admitted. Records shall be kept at the center for 12 months after the child’s last day of attendance. Records shall contain at least: Finding Of the 2 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing a copy of an up-to-date immunization record or public health division approved exemption. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with no immunization/exemption. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will request updated shot records from parents tomorrow 12/17/25 Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. The Director will use the licensing children's records checklist. 8.9.4.22.E.:Children's Records: A center shall maintain a complete record for each child, including drop-ins, completed before the child is admitted. Records shall be kept at the center for 12 months after the child’s last day of attendance. Records shall contain at least: Finding Of the 2 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing a document giving the center permission to transport the child in a medical emergency and authorization for medical treatment signed by a parent or guardian. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will request parents to update paperwork tomorrow 12/17/25 Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. The Director will use the licensing children's records checklist. 8.9.4.22.E.:Children's Records: A center shall maintain a complete record for each child, including drop-ins, completed before the child is admitted. Records shall be kept at the center for 12 months after the child’s last day of attendance. Records shall contain at least: Finding Of the 2 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing the name and telephone number of a physician or emergency medical center authorized by a parent or guardian to contact in case of illness or emergency. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will request parents to update paperwork tomorrow 12/17/25 Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will audit children files monthly and as new children enroll. The Director will use the licensing children's records checklist. 12/17/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 9 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
The center failed to have 1 out of 5 person(s) providing care to sign an annual statement that they have, or have never had, an arrest or substantiated referral to a child protective services agency. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Immediate: The Director will have the new educator sign the annual statement tomorrow 12/17/25. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will ensure the new employee checklist is provided to staff. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will review new employee files after everything is turned in upon employment. 8.9.4.22.F.1.:A licensee shall keep and maintain a complete up-to-date file in ECECD’s professional development information system (PDIS), for each staff member, including substitutes and volunteers working more than six hours of any week and having direct contact with the children. If the center chooses to retain duplicate physical copies of these records, these records shall be stored in a secure location for the privacy of the staff members. New information shall be updated in a timely manner in PDIS. Providers will have six months to comply from the date these regulations are promulgated. Records shall contain at a minimum the following: Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 3 out of 5 staff records does/do not include an emergency contact number. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will get emergency contacts from staff tomorrow 12/17/25. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will ensure the new employee checklist is provided to staff. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will review new employee files after everything is turned in upon employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training (2 out of 5 Staff), child development course that addresses all major domains of child development (2 out of 5 Staff) Immediate: The Director will check on progress of new employee trainings. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will continue to use the training tracker monthly. Compliance Monitoring: Immediate: Effective immediately the Director will continue to use the training tracker monthly. 8.9.4.23.B.2.a.:The director shall develop and document an orientation and training plan for new staff members and volunteers and shall provide information on training opportunities. The director shall have on file a signed acknowledgment of completion of orientation by employees, volunteers and substitutes as well as the director. New staff members shall participate in an orientation before working with children. Initial orientation shall include training on the following: Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 2 out of 5 new staff does/do not have documentation of orientation training. See Staff Records 8.9.4.23 form for staff with missing documentation. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will have the new educators sign the NEO tomorrow 12/17/25. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will ensure the new employee checklist is provided to staff. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will review new employee files after everything is turned in upon employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · C STAFF/CHILD RATIOS AND GROUP SIZES
The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 3 out of 5 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 12/17/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 9 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632 Mighty Monkey's Classroom (continued) Immediate: The Director will ensure all educators add the capacities by the end of the week 12/19/25. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will ensure all new activity areas have capacities and ensure all lead educator are aware that it is a requirement. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will conduct classroom weekly checks to ensure the classrooms have all the required postings. Little Legos Classroom 8.9.4.23.C.2.:The number of children who may be in a group and the number of caregivers is specified in Paragraph (1) of Subsection C of 8.9.4.23 NMAC. More than one group of children may occupy a room, provided the following conditions are met: Finding The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 3 out of 5 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will ensure all educators add the capacities by the end of the week 12/19/25. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will ensure all new activity areas have capacities and ensure all lead educator are aware that it is a requirement. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will conduct classroom weekly checks to ensure the classrooms have all the required postings. Pre-K classroom 8.9.4.23.C.2.:The number of children who may be in a group and the number of caregivers is specified in Paragraph (1) of Subsection C of 8.9.4.23 NMAC. More than one group of children may occupy a room, provided the following conditions are met: Finding The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 3 out of 5 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The Director will ensure all educators add the capacities by the end of the week 12/19/25. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will ensure all new activity areas have capacities and ensure all lead educator are aware that it is a requirement. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will conduct classroom weekly checks to ensure the classrooms have all the required postings. Services and Care of Children in Centers:
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · B NAPS OR REST PERIOD
The center does not provide a clearly labeled individual bed, cot or mat for each child to ensure each child uses the same items between washing. Immediate: The Director will notify lead educators immediately and have educator label the mats. Preventative: Effective immediately the Director will check mats weekly to ensure they are all labeled. The Director will utilize a checklist. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will check mats weekly to ensure they are all labeled. The Director will utilize a checklist.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by rusted toilet causing leak. Immediate: The Director will shut the toilet down until a new toilet is received. A work order was placed in the beginning of December. Preventive: Effective immediately the Director will conduct classroom walkthroughs weekly. The Director will utilize a checklist. Compliance Monitoring: Effective immediately the Director will conduct classroom walkthroughs weekly. The Director will utilize a checklist.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 4 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing a copy of an up-to-date immunization record or public health division approved exemption. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with no immunization/exemption. Immediate Action: On 7/29/25 the Assistant Director sent the parents an email informing them that their child's 07/29/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632 Admin/Licensure (continued) immunization records need to be updated. Preventative: Effective 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will Audit staff and children's files monthly Monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will Audit staff and children's files monthly.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.21 · B (4)C CAPACITY OF CENTERS
The center failed to post classroom capacities, and ratios and group sizes in an area of the room that is easily visible to parents, staff and visitors. Corrected on-site. Immediate action: The Assistant Director printed the Capacities/Ratios and posted them outside of the classroom. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will assign the lead floater to required postings and utilize a checklist.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 4 children's records reviewed, 2 is/are missing a copy of an up-to-date immunization record or public health division approved exemption. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with no immunization/exemption. Immediate Action: On 5/20/25 the Assistant Director sent the parents an email informing them that their child's immunization records need to be updated. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will Audit staff and children's files monthly.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 1 out of 11 staff records does/do not include the required Form I-9. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff missing the form. Corrected on-site. Immediate action: The Assistant Director had the educator fill out the form on 5/20/25. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will Audit staff and children's files monthly.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · B NAPS OR REST PERIOD
The center does not provide a clearly labeled individual bed, cot or mat for each child to ensure each child uses the same items between washing. Immediate action: On 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will speak to the educator and have them add labels. Preventative/Monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will assign the lead floater to check labels and utilize a checklist.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS
The bottles of infant formula or breast milk brought from home for children in the Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) class room(s) are not labeled. Immediate Action: On 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will speak to the infant educators about labeling classrooms. Preventative/Monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will assign the lead floater to check labels and utilize a checklist.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.26 · A HYGIENE
The staff in the Infant - (6 wk. - 12 mo.) classroom failed to wash their hands with soap and warm running water after changing a diaper. Immediate action: On 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will speak to the educator about handwashing procedure. Preventative/Monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 the Assistant Director will observe handwashing after diaper changing.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by water damage on the ceiling. Immediate action: The Assistant Director notified maintenance of repairs needing to be made 5/20/25. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will utilize a checklist and monitor monthly to ensure there is not water damage. 2 Year Old Classroom 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by water damage on the ceiling. Corrective Action Plan Immediate action: The Assistant Director notified maintenance of repairs needing to be made 5/20/25. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will utilize a checklist and monitor monthly to ensure there is not water damage. Bathroom 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by sink coming off the wall in 2s classroom. Corrective Action Plan Immediate action: The Assistant Director notified maintenance of repairs needing to be made 5/20/25. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will utilize a checklist and monitor monthly to ensure that the every is in good repair. Outdoor Play 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The equipment is not in good repair as evidenced by broken/wobbly play kitchen. Corrective Action Plan Corrected on-site. Immediate action: An educator who noticed the play kitchen removed it from the playground on 5/20/25. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will continue to utilize the playground inspection log. 05/20/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 6 of 7 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Immediate action: The Assistant Director notified maintenance of repairs needing to be made 5/20/25. Preventative/monitoring: Effective 5/20/25 Assistant Director will check water temperature on water heater yearly.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE
The center staff used physical or mechanical restraints on a child by pulling the child's hair to come inside as he ran away from her. The Assistant Director will speak to the educator today. The Assistant Director will have educator be trained on proper lifting of the children and positive guidance. The Assistance Director will observe the classroom and during outdoor transition.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The premises are not in good repair as evidenced by windows are covered with decoration not allowing natural light. 1/15/25- The director will remove the paper/decorations covering window. Preventative: The director will talk with educators about not covering windows with paper/decorations.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The furniture in the Toddler room are not safe in that there are no safety belts.. Center will no longer be using the table as of 4/25/24, and will replace it with a developmentally appropriate toddler table. 2 Year Old Classroom 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The equipment are not in good repair as evidenced by play sink is missing the bin.. Corrective Action Plan Center Director will replace bin with a new one. Bathroom 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The furniture are not in good repair as evidenced by sink cabinet in the boys bathroom is peeling paint.. Corrective Action Plan Center Director will sand and repaint the sink cabinet. Outdoor Play 8.9.4.29.A.1.:A center will keep the premises, including furniture, fixtures, floors, drinking fountains, toys and equipment clean, safe, and in good repair. The center and premises will be free of debris and potential hazards. Finding The premises in the playground are not safe in that toddler playground steps, are in disrepair.. Corrective Action Plan On 4/18/24 the playground inspection was done, and the loose steps were documented. On 4/19/24 center Director began search for a qualified welder to repair the steps. On 4/25/24 a welder was hired and will complete work on 5/4/24. Center Director will ensure that steps are not used for children until the repair is complete. 04/25/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 Kidz R Us Learning Academy 15171632
Corrected Corrected by May 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING (continued)
The floors in the classrooms are not clean as evidenced by all area rugs are in need of cleaning.. Center Director will schedule a cleaning of all area rugs.
Corrected Corrected by May 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.