8.9.4.23 · C STAFF/CHILD RATIOS AND GROUP SIZES

The center failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. 1 out of 1 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. Immediate: Corrected on Site Preventive: Director will have her Monitoring: Director will ask staff to ensure they don't fall off and will have the educators do a walk-through check at the end of the week Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS

Playground doll house equipment is not safe as evidenced by the following: visible cracks, splintered, cracked or deteriorating wood, chipped or peeling paint. Immediate: Director was aware and had listed it on her weekly playground inspection. Preventive: Director will instruct the staff not to use equipment. 10/21/2025 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Outdoor Play (continued) Monitoring: Director will add to the weekly inspection list. 8.9.4.24.J.1.:Outdoor play equipment used in child care centers shall be: Finding Playground basketball hoop equipment is not safe as evidenced by the following: swings/slide not securely anchored. Corrective Action Plan Immediate: Corrected on site Preventive: Director will instruct the staff not to use equipment. Monitoring: Director will add to the weekly inspection list. 8.9.4.24 K SWIMMING, WADING AND WATER N/A

Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS

A food, leftover is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. Immediate: Director corrected on site Preventive: Director will ensure all items are labeled when opened Monitoring: Director will set reminders on her outlook calendar and inspect the fridge weekly

Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.28 · A-J TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS

Transportation log does not include drop off times for all children being transported, does not include pick up times for all children being transported. Immediate-Director spoke to driver and reminded them to fill out logs. Preventative/Monitoring-Director will make sure that the logs are filled out and will talk to the drivers and make sure they are filling out the logs. Director will review the logs weekly. Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · F EXITS AND WINDOWS

Exits are not marked with signs having letters at least six inches high and 3/4 inch wide in the Preschool classroom(s). ****CORRECTED ON SITE*** Immediate-Director printed signs and corrected on site. Preventive/Monitoring-Director will inspect classroom randomly throughout the weeks and add it to her checklist.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.29 · H SAFETY COMPLIANCE

The center does not have verification of an annual fire inspection from the fire authority having jurisdiction. Immediate-Director called Department to schedule appointment. Preventative/Monitoring-Director will set a reminder in her calendar to assure the department comes before it is due

Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2025

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. 1 out of 1 classrooms failed to post the capacity for each activity/interest area. *CORRECTED ON SITE* The director added the capacity in the interested area. Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · C ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS

Pillows are used in cribs. *CORRECTED ON SITE* The educator removed the pillows and stuffed animals. 8.9.4.24.C.16.:A center shall provide an evacuation crib with wheels suitable for the surfaces around the facility and placed closest to the means of egress (exit). Finding Center did not provide an evacuation crib. Corrective Action Plan *CORRECTED ON SITE* Staff labeled the evacuation crib. 8.9.4.24.C.2.:Cribs will meet federal standards and be kept in good repair. The center will not use plastic bags or lightweight plastic sheeting to cover a mattress and will not use pillows in cribs. Stacking cribs is prohibited. Cribs will not be used for storage. Animals and pets will not be allowed in cribs or on sleeping materials. 10/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 6 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Infants Classroom (continued) Finding The changing mat is not secured onto the changing surface. Corrective Action Plan The director will purchase Velcro and place it on the changing mat to secure onto the changing surface.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.25 · C MENUS

Menu was not posted for review by parents, caregivers and children. *CORRECTED ON SITE* Director posted the weekly menus.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.25 · D KITCHENS

A food is not properly stored; the item is not labeled and dated. *CORRECTED ON SITE* The director dated the opened containers. 10/07/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 4 of 6 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Food Service Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.21 · C INCIDENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

The center failed to notify parents or guardians in writing of an incident regarding any incidents that occur at the center. . The Director will conduct a meeting with the staff and have a sign in sheet acknowledgement. All center staff will be required to take the following training: Understanding Child Abuse and Prevention 2023-2024 07/17/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 2 of 5 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Admin/Licensure (continued) 8.9.4.21.C.1.:The licensee will report to the appropriate authorities the following incidents. After making a report to the appropriate authorities, the licensee shall notify the licensing authority of the incident giving rise to its report as soon as possible but no later than 24 hours after the incident occurred. A report should first be made by telephone and followed with written notification. The licensee shall report any incident that has threatened or could threaten the health and safety of children and staff members, such as, but not limited to: a. a lost, missing or unattended child; b. a serious injury; c. the abuse or neglect of a child; d. fire, flood, or other natural disaster that creates structural damages to a center or poses a health hazard; e. any of the illnesses on the current list of notifiable diseases and communicable diseases published by the office of epidemiology of the New Mexico department of health; f. any legal action against a center or staff members; g. any incident that could affect the background check eligibility of any cleared person related to this license; h. any declaration of intention or determination to inflict punishment, loss, injury or pain on child or staff member by the commission of an unlawful act, such as, but not limited to, a bomb threat; i. the use of physical or mechanical restraints, unless due to documented emergencies or medically documented necessity; or j. any known change in an educator’s health condition or use of medication that impairs his or her ability to provide for the health, safety or welfare of children in care. Finding The center failed to make a report to the licensing authority within 24 hours after the incident occurred regarding any incidents that occurred at the center. Corrective Action Plan The Director will discuss with the staff and ensure that is is being done. All staff members at the center will be required to take the following training: Childcare Regulations: Back to Basics Administrative Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · A ADMINISTRATIVE RECORDS

The center failed to display in a prominent place that is readily visible to parents, staff and visitors the center's license, most recent licensing survey, most recent building inspection report, most recent fire inspection report, most recent environmental health inspection report, current child care regulations, dated weekly menus for meals and snacks, guidance policy, current list of notifiable diseases and communicable diseases published by the office of epidemiology of the New Mexico department of health, all licenses, certificates, and most recent inspection reports of all state and local government agencies with jurisdiction over the center. Even though the center has documentation, it is not visible to parents, staff and visitors as it is posted in a restricted area. The Director has moved the documents to a room where 07/17/2024 everyone can see them. http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 5 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Administrative Requirements for Centers: (continued)

Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 2024

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 2 out of 2 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. ***Educators have signed up for the course*** The director will enroll the staff member as soon as the course is available, and will check with them to ensure they are in process of completing the course. Services and Care of Children in Centers:

Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.22 · A ADMINISTRATIVE RECORDS

The center failed to display in a prominent place that is readily visible to parents, staff and visitors the current child care regulations. The director printed the current regulations and posted them during the visit. The director will check the Early Childhood Education and Care Department every six months to ensure the center has the current regulations available.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

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 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. The director will make a note on the enrollment form to ensure the required information on file. The director will request the information before enrollment, and will grant a week to the families to provide that information. 8.9.4.22.E.2.a.:Information on any allergies or medical conditions suffered by the child. Finding Of the 4 children's records reviewed, 1 is/are missing information on allergies or medical conditions. See Children's Records 8.9.4.22 form for the child(ren) with missing information. Corrective Action Plan The director will make a note on the enrollment form to ensure the required information on file. The director will request the information before enrollment, and will grant a week to the families to provide that information.

Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024

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 2 out of 11 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. ***1 educator is in the process of completing a Early Childhood college course*** ***1 educator is waiting for access to the training website*** The director will enroll the staff member as soon as the course is available, and will check with them to ensure they are in process of completing the course. 04/10/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 3 of 6 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Personnel (continued) 8.9.4.23.B.2.b.:All new educators regardless of the number of hours per week will complete the following training within three (3) months of their date of hire. All current educators will have three months to comply with the following training from the date these regulations are promulgated: Finding Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: Health and Safety Training , CPR Training and COVID0-19 Mandatory Response Training ***3 educators are missing the COVID-19 Mandatory Response Training*** ***3 educators are missing the Health and Safety Training*** ***1 educator is missing the CPR Training, it expired on 1/2024, the training is scheduled for 4/13/2024*** Corrective Action Plan Technical assistance was provided to the director regarding the checklist to inspect the staff files. The director will set a dateline for educator's to submit their training certificates, the director will ask for permission to have staff member's login information to access the training certificates when they are not at the center. 8.9.4.23.B.2.b.:All new educators regardless of the number of hours per week will complete the following training within three (3) months of their date of hire. All current educators will have three months to comply with the following training from the date these regulations are promulgated: Finding Educators did not complete the following training within 3-months: precautions in transporting children (if applicable). ***The center's driver is missing a transportation training*** Corrective Action Plan The director will The director will have the center's driver complete the transportation training. The director will set a dateline for educator's to submit their training certificates, the director will ask for permission to have staff member's login information to access the training certificates when they are not at the center.

Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.28 · A-H TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTERS

A vehicle used for transporting children is not equipped with an operable fire extinguisher. ***The fire extinguisher has not been inspected and does not have a tag*** The director will instruct the center's driver to obtain a receipt when he buys the fire extinguishers. The director will have the center's driver take the fire extinguisher to the fire department to get it inspected and tagged. 04/10/2024 http://www.nmececd.org 5 of 6 Kidz Quest Academy 4355095 Building, Ground and Safety Requirements for Centers:

Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

8.9.4.24 · J OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS

The fall zone underneath the climbing structure is not adequate as evidenced by the energy absorbent material is not deep enough. The center will remove the climbing structure until the resilient material is installed.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.