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Home › NM › Albuquerque › Noah's Ark Children's Academy- Montgomery Campus
4001 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque NM 87109 · License #21135282 · Center · Licensed Center
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8.9.4.21 · C INCIDENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS (continued)
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8.9.4.24 · H SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENT
Educators actively listen and respond appropriately to children when a child asked for more water. Room(s): 2 Year Old Classroom : Accepted 06/08/2026 In response to the violation on 05/28/2026 by the New Mexico ECECD, immediate action was taken on 05/28/2026 by the Director speaking to educator about the importance of responding to children's needs in a timely manner. To enhance the currently compliant operations, on 05/28/2026 the Director assigned educator training about creating positive connections to further educators understanding of importance to respond to children's needs in a timely manner, with a completion date of 06/05/2026. Effective 05/28/2026 the Director will perform daily inspections to ensure children's needs are being met in a timely manner., through 06/26/2026 to maintain ongoing compliance with ensuring educators are actively engaged with children. Educators will talk, actively listen and respond to children appropriately by responding to children's questions and acknowledging their comments, concerns, emotions and feelings. Any deficiencies will be corrected immediately, and findings will be documented and reviewed internally for continuous improvement purposes. Document Submission: Compliant 06/12/2026 See attached.
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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 any incident that could affect the background check eligibility of any cleared person related to this license. Room(s): Admin/Licensure Administrative Requirements for Centers:
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8.9.4.24 · H SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENT
Educators actively listen and respond appropriately to children when a child asked for more water. Room(s): 2 Year Old Classroom
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8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE
Guidance being used by staff is not age appropriate as evidenced by educator lifting child to remove him from an area. Room(s): 2 Year Old Classroom
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8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Room(s): I/T Classroom Otters 6 eeks/ 18 months, Preschool Classroom #1 Racoons : Not Accepted 05/05/2026 Immediate action was taken on 4/30/2026 by the Director by notifying the owners of the water temperature so it can be lowered. Preventative action is on 5/1/2026 all staff was told to notify administration if water is getting hot so we can adjust the temperature. Compliance monitoring is to check water temperature from select classrooms at least once a month. Corrective Action Plan: Accepted 05/11/2026 In response to the violation on 04/29/2026 by the New Mexico ECECD, immediate action was taken on 04/30/2026 by the Director verbally notifying the owners of the water temperature so it can be lowered. The owners were also notified by email on 5/11/2026. To enhance the currently compliant operations, on 05/01/2026 the Director will all staff was told to notify administration if water is getting hot so we can adjust the temperature, with a completion date of 08/01/2026. Effective 05/01/2026 the Director will perform monthly inspections of walk through classrooms and ensure water temperature is not too high, through 08/01/2026 to maintain ongoing compliance with having water coming from a faucet below 110 degrees Fahrenheit. The center will install a tempering valve ahead of all domestic water-heater piping. Any deficiencies will be corrected immediately, and findings will be documented and reviewed internally for continuous improvement purposes. 05/12/2026 http://www.nmececd.org 6 of 7 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282
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8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS (continued)
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8.9.4.24 · C ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS
Feeding practices are inappropriate as evidenced by child walking around outside with pacifier. Room(s): I/T Classroom Bumblebees
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8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS
A leftover is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. Room(s): Food Service
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8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The vent has a heavy accumulation of dust. In the bathroom. Room(s): 2 Year Old Classroom Koalas 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 vent has a heavy accumulation of dust in the bathroom.. Room(s): Preschool Classroom #1 Racoons 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 premises are not in good repair as evidenced by light bulb needs to be replaced.. Room(s): 2 Year Old Classroom Koalas
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8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Room(s): I/T Classroom Otters 6 eeks/ 18 months, Preschool Classroom #1 Racoons 04/29/2026 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 5 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)
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8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 17 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: The director will speak to the child's parents today at pick up to get updated information. Prevent: The director will check children files monthly to be in compliance. 11/25/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 6 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Admin/Licensure (continued) Monitor: The director will add it to her google calendar today to check children files. 11/25/25
Corrected Corrected by Dec 25, 2025
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 ( _1 out of _ 46 Staff) Immediate: The director will have educator complete her Health and Safety. 11/25/25 Prevent: The director will check educator's files monthly to be in compliance with files. Monitor: The director will add it to her google calendar today to check the files. 11/25/25 8.9.4.23.B.2.c.:New staff members working directly with children regardless of the number of hours employed per week shall complete the following, or a three-credit early care and education course or an equivalent approved by the department prior to or within twelve months of employment or the effective date of these regulation amendments. Substitute educators are exempt from this requirement. Training must be approved by ECECD to fulfill the requirements. Approved trainings and substitutions will be listed on ECECD’s website. Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 2 out of 46 staff does/do not have documentation of the 3 credit ECE or an approved equivalent within 12 months of employment. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: The director will a have educators complete the training. 11;25/25 Prevent: The director will check files monthly to ensure compliance. Monitor: The director will add it to her google calendar today to check files. 11/25/25
Corrected Corrected by Dec 25, 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: The Director will have educator's label cots today. 11/25/25 Prevent: The Director will remind the educators to do the duties on classroom checklist. Monitor: The Director will check the cots monthly to ensure compliance. And the director will add it to her google calendar today. Preschool Classroom #3 Kangas 8.9.4.24.B.4.:Each child shall 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: The educators label the cots today. 11'25'25 Prevent: The director will remind staff to be conducted all duties on the checklist. Monitor: The director will check the cots in the classroom monthly and add it to her google calendar. 11/25/25
Corrected Corrected by Dec 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The vent has a heavy accumulation of dust. Immediate: The director will put in a workorder today to get vents cleans. 11/25/25 Prevent: The director will have the vents cleaned monthly. Monitor: The director will check classrooms to ensure all vents are dust free and she will add it to her google calendar.11/25/25
Corrected Corrected by Dec 25, 2025
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8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Immediate: The director will put in a workorder in today. 11/25/25 Prevent: The director will add it to the classroom checklist today. Monitor: The director will have educator's check water weekly and the director will check the water weekly as well. 11/25/25
Corrected Corrected by Dec 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · C MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
Water coming from a faucet is above 110 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. On 4/23/35, the Director will notify the Owners about water regulator that is needed and will have it installed within 1 week. Licensing will conduct onsite follow-up to verify correction by 5/23/25. 2. Effective 4/23/25, the Director will continue to monitor water temperatures to ensure ongoing compliance with Mechanical Systems requirements. The monitoring will be completed every 2 weeks by the Director. The Director will ensure to do this by adding the task to classroom checklist.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
The center failed to have 6 out of 76 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. 1. On 11/26/24, the Director will follow-up with staff to ensure acknowledgement is signed. This will be complete by 12/26/24. 2. Effective 11/26/24, the Director will audit staff files monthly using a task list to ensure audits are being completed and to maintain compliance with licensing's Personnel Records requirements. 11/26/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Dec 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS
The fall zone underneath the Mulit-colored play structure and Swings is not adequate as evidenced by the energy absorbent material is not deep enough. (Largest playground) 1. On 11/26/24, the Director will place a work order to have maintenance staff complete this correction by 12/26/24. 2. Effective 11/26/24, the Director will conduct weekly playground inspections for fall zones using a task list to ensure inspections are completed and to maintain ongoing compliance with licensing's Outdoor Play Areas requirements. 11/26/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Services and Care of Children in Centers: (continued) 8.9.4.24 K SWIMMING, WADING AND WATER N/A
Corrected Corrected by Dec 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · B NAPS OR REST PERIOD
A blanket/cloth was over the head or face of a child 12 months or younger when the child was laid down to sleep or when sleeping. (Bumblebees) 1. 5/29/24: Meet with educators. 2. 5/29/24: Blankets will be placed below shoulders. 3. 5/29/24 Administrators will conduct monthly classroom checks.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024
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8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The equipment in the (Turtles) are not clean as evidenced by there is an accumulation of frost in freezer compartment. 1. 5/29/24: Meet with educators. 2. 5/29/24: Administrators will add to weekly classroom check. 3. 5/29/24: Administrators will conduct monthly classroom checks.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · E CHILDREN'S RECORDS
Of the 10 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. will update 11/30/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 10 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.22 · F PERSONNEL RECORDS
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 13 out of 68 staff records does/do not include employment history verification. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Will update 8.9.4.22.F.1.c.:current and past duties and responsibilities; Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 2 out of 68 staff records do/does not include the staff's current and past duties and responsibilities. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff with this missing information. Corrective Action Plan Will update 8.9.4.22.F.1.n.:written plan for ongoing professional development for each educator, including the director, that is based on the seven areas of competency, consistent with the career lattice, and based on the individual’s goals; and Finding From the review of staff records, it was determined that 14 out of 68 staff records does/do not include a professional development plan based on seven areas of competency. See Staff Records 8.9.4.22 form for staff who need a current plan. Corrective Action Plan Will update
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.23 · B STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
From the review of staff records, it was determined that 8 out of 68 staff does/do not have documentation of the 45-hour entry level course or an approved equivalent prior to or within six months of employment. will update 8.9.4.23.B.2.l.: A center will keep a training log on file for all staff with the employee’s name, date of hire, and position. The log must include date of training, clock hours, competency area, source of training, and training certificate. Finding The center failed to keep a training log on file with Clock hours, Competency area, Source of training for 8 out of 68 staff. See Staff Records 8.16.2.22 form for staff who are missing a complete training log.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · D DIAPERING AND TOILETING
The diaper changing surface in the Toddler - (12 - 24 mo.) Penguin room(s) is not waterproof. Diaper changing mat has a tear to the surface. Will replace.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · I EQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM
The center does not provide children in the 18 mo. - 35 mo. Squirrels room room(s) sufficient materials for indoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Writing area has no materials. Will replenish Preschool Classroom 8.9.4.24.I.4.:A center will provide sufficient equipment, materials, and furnishings for both indoor and outdoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Finding The center does not provide children in the 3 yr. old Raccoons room(s) sufficient materials for indoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Paint is in need of replenishing. Corrective Action Plan Will replenish 8.9.4.24.I.4.:A center will provide sufficient equipment, materials, and furnishings for both indoor and outdoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Finding The center does not provide children in the 3 yr. old Tiger room(s) sufficient materials for indoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Art materials are not sufficient, playdough, markers, paint at easel. Corrective Action Plan will replenish 8.9.4.24.I.4.:A center will provide sufficient equipment, materials, and furnishings for both indoor and outdoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Finding The center does not provide children in the 3 yr. old Cougar room(s) sufficient materials for indoor activities so that at any one time each child can be individually involved. Art Materials are sparse, playdough, water colors and markers Corrective Action Plan Will replenish 11/30/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 10 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Services and Care of Children in Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
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.) Turtles room(s) are not labeled. Will label
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The premises in the Ducklings room are not clean as evidenced by activity rug is stained and unclean. Will clean 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 the wall in the Ducklings room is peeling paint below the window. Corrective Action Plan Will paint 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 in the Bunnies room are not clean as evidenced by rug in library is unclean . Corrective Action Plan will clean 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 Bunnies room are not safe in that electrical cords are not secured. Corrective Action Plan will secure Preschool 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 in the Racoons room are not safe in that yucky bucket in restroom is accessible to the children. Corrective Action Plan Will remove 11/30/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 7 of 10 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Preschool Classroom (continued) 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 fixtures are not in good repair as evidenced by cabinet door under sink is bent ( Tiger room). Corrective Action Plan Will replenish 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 fixtures are not in good repair as evidenced by the sink faucet in the Cougars room is loose. Corrective Action Plan Will tighten 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 Lions room are not clean as evidenced by the soft dolls and rug in circle time are unclean. Corrective Action Plan Will clean 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 blue couch in Lions room is torn. Corrective Action Plan Will repair 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 tables are not in good repair as evidenced by surface of table in Lions room is chipped. Corrective Action Plan Will repair 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. 11/30/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 8 of 10 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Preschool Classroom (continued) Finding The fixtures are not in good repair as evidenced by caulking around sink in Jaguars is cracked, no longer providing a seal. Corrective Action Plan Will re-caulk 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 red couch in the Kangas room is torn. Corrective Action Plan Will repair
8.9.4.29 · G TOILET AND BATHING FACILITIES
The toilet room for 4 yr. old Kangas room room(s) is missing toilet paper. will provide
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.29 · A HOUSEKEEPING
The premises in the 2 year old classroom are not safe in that a box cutter blade was left out causing 2-year-old female to cut her finger on it. The center gave the maintenance man a written warning and suspended him for 7 days, due to him leaving a razor blade in the classroom after fixing the door. The center also spoke with educators about doing safety checks in classrooms when they open. 11/09/2023 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 3 Noahs Ark Childrens Academy - Montgomery 21135282 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers: (continued)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
8.9.4.24 · A GUIDANCE
Guidance being used by staff in the 4 yr. old 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 educator was reprimanded for stopping a child by reaching for their arm. Had a meeting with the educator. Will send documentation of what was said to the educator.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.