3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. 2. The Legal Entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision/counting of children. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. 3. The Legal Entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times (e.g. a checklist). The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. The director and/or assistant director will complete supervision forms for each group at least one time per week during transition times.

At time of inspection on 5/13/25, staff person #1 and #2 acknowledged, and video footage showed that child #1 was left unsupervised for approximately 3-4 minutes on 5/7/25 while the class transitioned from the outdoor play space to the indoor child care space. Staff person #3 who was at the end of the line and holding the door open to the hallway, did not see child #1 hide around the corner of the stairwell during the transition and was unaware child #1 was missing from the group until returning to the classroom.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the child abuse clearance on file for staff person #1 was for volunteer purposes and not employment purposes. The mandated reporter training on file for staff person #1 and #2 was not from an approved training source.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

At time of renewal inspection on 1//8/25, several doorways and 1/2 doors at the facility were observed to have chipped/peeling paint.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the blue child sized sofas in room 207/209 and 302 were observed to have ripped fabric and exposed foam.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the daily schedule of activities was not posted in room 201 or in room 203/205.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the agreement form used by the facility did not include an area to list the services provided by the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the emergency information for child #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

At time of renewal inspection on 1/8/25, the health reports for child #1 and #4 were after-visit summaries and did not include a date or the physician's signature.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

During unannounced inspection on 7/9/24, an electrical port (for a phone or computer) that was not in use and was not covered, was observed in the young toddler room and was accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, a staff file review showed that staff person #1 had not completed pre-service training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR. Staff person #1 (who is also a provisional hire) was observed via video footage working alone with children on 4/10/24.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, a staff file review showed that staff person #1 did not have a DHS FBI clearance, only a DOE FBI clearance was on file at the facility, and there was not a receipt on file to obtain a DHS FBI clearance. Additionally, the file for staff person #1 contained a New York state ID and a High School diploma from Georgia, both dated within the past 5 years, and out of state clearances or applications for out of state clearances were not on file at the facility. Staff person #1 is a provisional hire who was observed working alone with children, via video footage, on 4/10/24 and was not in the vicinity of a permanent staff person.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, a review of facility staff file showed that staff person #1 did not have 2500 hours of experience with children documented in the file to qualify for the AGS position being performed.

Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The Regional Office will provide supervision forms to the facility for director and staff to document supervision and supervision groups for a period of 3 months. Documentation will remain at the facility and will be checked by certification rep during monthly announced visits.

During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, it was observed via video footage that on 4/10/24, staff person #1 accidently left child #1 on the playground unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes (5:36-5:38 PM), prior to realizing child #1 was not with the group when everyone was inside.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a) · THE LEGAL ENTITY MUST ARRANGE FOR ALL FACILITY STAFF TO RECEIVE A MINIMUM OF TWO HOURS OF TRAINING THROUGH THE ELRC, REGARDING SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN/SUPERVISION GROUPS/TRACKING CHILDREN. CERTIFICATION REP WILL MAKE THE TRAINING REFERRAL TO THE APPROPRIATE ELRC. DOCUMENTATION WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE BY THE TRAINER AND WILL SHOW ALL STAFF PARTICIPATED IN THE REQUIRED TRAINING.

During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, it was observed via video footage that on 4/10/24, staff person #1 accidently left child #1 on the playground unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes (5:36-5:38 PM) prior to realizing child #1 was not with the group.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

During investigation on 4/17/24, resulting from self-reported non-compliance, it was observed via video footage that on 4/10/24, staff person #1 accidently left child #1 on the playground unsupervised for approximately 2 minutes (5:36-5:38 PM), prior to realizing child #1 was not with the group when everyone was inside.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had not been updated to meet Federal requirements under 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), which includes having a plan for Continuity of Operations.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.76/3270.77(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During walk-through at renewal inspection the following was observed: chipped paint was noticed in several classrooms on the walls, windowsills, above sinks, and below chalkboards. Room 307 had some missing ceiling tiles and some tiles that appeared wet and stained.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 2, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

During walk-through at renewal inspection, the required phrasing of "before eating and after toileting" was not observed on handwashing signs at sinks throughout the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

During walkthrough at renewal inspection, several classrooms throughout the facility has trash cans by the sink area that were not lidded.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all required clearances are on file.

At the time of inspection facility staff #1 did not have an FBI clearance on file. Facility staff #1 had a signed disclosure statement in the file dated 8/14/2022 and all clearances were not requested at that time. Facility staff #2 did not have an NSOR clearance on file. Facility staff #3 had a hire date of 6/7/2022 and did not have the required out-of-state clearances on file until 1/5/2023.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

At the time of the onsite inspection on 1/5/2023, Certification Representative observed classroom 201 with 1 infant and 4 young toddlers being supervised by one staff. Certification Representative observed classroom 205 with 5 infants being supervised by 1 staff.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

At the time of the onsite inspection on 1/5/2023, Certification Representative observed some peeling paint and plaster in a hall in the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

At the time of inspection, the record of facility staff #4 did not have the required verification of education.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

At the time of inspection, the records of facility staff #4 and #5 did not have two written, nonfamily references.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.