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. On 12/30/24 the management staff spoke with educator to create a cot list. CORRECTED ON SITE Preventative: The management staff will review classrooms monthly and monitor using a classroom checklist. NM PreK/SA Classroom #4 8.9.4.24.B.4.:Each child will have an individual bed, cot, or mat clearly labeled to ensure each child uses the same items between washing. Finding 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. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: On 12/30/24 the management staff spoke with educator to create a cot list. CORRECTED ON SITE Preventative: The management staff will review classrooms monthly and monitor using a classroom checklist.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES

The toilet room for Preschool does not have disposable towels at a height accessible to children. On 12/30/24 the management staff place paper towels in the dispenser. CORRECTED ON SITE Preventative: The management staff will review bathrooms daily and monitor using a building checklist. 12/30/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 La Petite Academy Inc 7282 4000296 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · C STAFF/CHILD RATIOS AND GROUP SIZES

The center groups children by age. The required staff/child ratio for the Age in group: two years - 1:10 or fraction of group thereof. The observed staff/child ratio was 1:11. Evidence by opening classroom contained children 2 -5 years of age. 11/18/24- The administrator stated the director has adjusted the staff schedule to have another opener come in to help with ratios. Preventative: The administrator stated the director will adjust the schedule daily as needed if someone is out to maintain staff to child ratios. Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 20 children's records reviewed, 6 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: The director or management will email the parents to send records by 7/12/24. Preventative Action: The director and management will ensure that the immunization records are audited monthly. 07/08/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 La Petite Academy Inc 7282 4000296 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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: first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification, emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from natural or man-caused disasters . Immediate Action: The director will set up a class for staff for training on 7/8/24 Preventative Action: The director will ensure and audit the 1st Aid and CPR certifications monthly.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING

The fixtures are not in good repair as evidenced by vent cover missing. Immediate Action: The director will place a work order 7/8/24 Preventative Action: The director will ensure management will check maintenance work is complete as soon as service is done. Monitoring: The director or management will sign off on maintenance reports after work is complete. 07/08/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 La Petite Academy Inc 7282 4000296 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE

The center’s fire extinguishers are not properly maintained. Immediate Action: The director will place work order to have the fire extinguishers recharged 7/8/24. Preventative Action: The safety captain will inspect the extinguishers monthly.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care. On 5/29/24 the director met with staff to discuss job duties. The educators will demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care by ensuring the classroom has the developmentally appropriately sized furniture. The teacher’s chair will be removed immediately so that the children do not have access to it. We will monitor the classroom daily to ensure that the appropriate size furniture is in classrooms. 2. The director will ensure that the educators will provide positive redirection and clear limits that encourage the child’s ability to become self-disciplined. 3. The director will ensure that the educators will be more proactive to try and prevent accidents from happening in their care by using positive redirection to encourage the child’s ability to become self-disciplined to help ensure their safety. The director and staff will take the incident very seriously, and the incident is not indicative of the performance history of the center. The provider is committed to ensuring the safety and supervision of all children while in our care. The director will conduct daily observations and set a reminder daily on her calendar.

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE

Guidance being used by staff in the School Age class room(s) is not positive and does not include redirection and clear limits to encourage the child's ability to become self-disciplined.

Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE

Guidance being used by staff in the Toddler - (12 - 24 mo.) class room(s) is not positive and does not include redirection and clear limits to encourage the child's ability to become self-disciplined. On 5/29/24 the director met with the educators to discuss the essential job functions and staff will demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care by ensuring the classroom has the developmentally appropriately sized furniture. The teacher’s chair will be removed immediately so that the children do not have access to it as of 5/29/24. The educator will provide positive redirection and clear limits that encourage the child’s ability to become self- disciplined. Educators will be more proactive to try and prevent accidents from happening in their care by using positive redirection to encourage the child’s ability to become self-disciplined to help ensure their safety. The management staff will ensure the educators are proactive in preventing accidents and monitor weekly through September 2024.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE

Children were lifted by the arms. 1. All staff will be retrained on our positive discipline policy by May 31, 2024. 2. When children are experiencing some behavior challenges we will follow our behavior policy and work with families to help prevent issues that may arise. 3. Educators will immediately follow behavior policy when they feel a child needs extra behavior support.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the safety of children in care. The director will submit a corrective action plan within 10 business days of this survey by June 11, 2024.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE

Guidance being used by staff in the School Age class room(s) is not positive and does not include redirection and clear limits to encourage the child's ability to become self-disciplined. The director will submit a corrective action plan within 10 business days of this survey by June 11, 2024.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.18 · D COMPLAINTS

The licensee did not cooperate in good faith with an investigation by the licensing authority. 1. Director will notify the appropriate licensing authority following an incident within 24 hours. 2. Director will ensure it will be completed within 24 hours of an incident. 3. It will be completed by the director or a member of management. The Director has completed the findings as of May 2, 2024. Licensure Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The child(ren) in the 2 yr. old class room(s) was/were left unattended when a child was left on the playground for approximately three minutes as the classroom went inside. 5/2/24- The director will retrain educators on the importance of face to name procedures and how they are conducted. 5/2/24 -The director will review policies and procedures to determine if observations or additional support is needing for any classrooms or educators when conducting transitions. Documentation of updates or changes will be submitted to Licensing by 5/2/24. Face to name sheets will be available for review at follow up. 3/22/24 - The director and office management have implemented a "sweep" for all classrooms of the area after any transitions occur.

Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.21 · C INCIDENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

The center failed to make a report to the licensing authority within 24 hours after the incident occurred regarding the abuse or neglect of a child. The accident occurred on 2/8/24. The provider reported to SCI on 2/9/24. The provider will submit corrective action plan with in 10 business days of this survey, April 23, 2024. Administrative Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The educator does not demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions that reasonably ensure the health, safety of children in care. Provider will ensure that staff are aware of the children's nutritional needs.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024

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.) infant room(s) are not fed as instructed by parent/guardian. Provider will ensure that educators are aware of the infant's formula or breast milk from is given to the child instructed by parent.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS

Of the 18 children's records reviewed, 13 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. The provider will ensure all children's records immunizations are up to date and copy is in file 11/17/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 La Petite Academy Inc 7282 4000296 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023

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. 2 out of 7 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Provider will ensure that interest area capacities are posted. Preschool Classroom #1 8.9.4.23.C.2.b.:Each activity/interest area will have a posted capacity, which may vary according to the activity and size of the space, and will not exceed the group size requirement as specified in Paragraph (1) of Subsection C of 8.9.4.23 NMAC; Finding The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 2 out of 7 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Corrective Action Plan Provider will ensure that interest area capacity is posted. Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · A PERSONNEL AND STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

The child(ren) in the 2 yr. old class room(s) was/were left unattended when educator left a 2 year old male asleep in the classroom for 30 minutes, while the educator and other children went outside.. Requirements for supervision of children whether inside or outside the facility will be reviewed with staff. -All staff will attend a training in Quorum "The Juggling Act-Schedules, Routines and Transitions." -Provide certificates of the training by 30 days. -Staff will conduct Face to Name checks every hour and documented. This will include all children are signed in, initial and write the number of the count on the Sign-In sheet/Face to Name. -Sign-In sheet/Face to Name will be emailed to ECECD by closing of the day every Friday until February 4, 2024. The director will monitor educators in the 2-year-old classroom twice weekly for staff breaks to ensure they are conducting their head counts. She will initial the Face to Name sheet.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.23 · C STAFF/CHILD RATIOS AND GROUP SIZES

The center groups children by age. The required staff/child ratio for the Age in group: two years - 1:10 or fraction of group thereof. The observed staff/child ratio was 1:11. The center will ensure the staff/child ratio is met in the 2-year-old classroom daily. The center will be on a Corrective Action Plan for three (3) months. 1. A training will be provided for all staff in Quorum on "The Juggling Act: Schedules, Routine and Transitions" and email certificates to ECECD with in 30 days. 2. All staff will be trained on Face to Name policy. An agenda and sign-in sheet will be provided to ECECD with in 30 days. 3. All staff will perform head counts every hour and document the count. Monthly reports will be sent to ECECD by Friday before end of the day. 4. When staff exchange duties, staff will physically count children together, staff will log time of breaks, total children's head count and both staff will initial Face to Name sheet before exchanging duties. Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

The temperature in rooms used by children exceeds 82 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature at 3:15 pm was 91. Children being sent home. District Manager called, until will be repaired. Center has potable air coolers in classrooms. School Age Classroom 8.9.4.29.C.1.:A center will maintain comfortable temperatures (68 degrees through 82 degrees Fahrenheit) in all rooms used by children. A center may use portable fans if the fans are secured and inaccessible to children and do not present any tripping, safety or fire hazards. In the event air temperature in a center exceeds the 82 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer months because of evaporative cooler temperature limitations, it will be verified that cooling equipment is functioning, is being maintained, and that supplemental aides have been employed, such as, but not limited to: ceiling fans, portable fans, or portable evaporative coolers. Finding The temperature in rooms used by children exceeds 82 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature reading at 3:15 am was 94. Corrective Action Plan Children are being sent home. District Manager called, repairs will be made. Portable Coolers are being used in the classroom.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.