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Home › RI › Cranston › Early Foundation Academy LLC
181 Princess Avenue Cranston, Cranston RI 02920 · License #4012869987 · Center · Child Care Center
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1.9(L)(3) · Graphic evacuation plan
Licensor observed program to be missing graphic evacuation plan map posted in classrooms.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Postings. Open / not marked corrected.
1.13(F)(7) · Child file requirements
Licensor observed three children files. Of the three files two children were missing updated physicals.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Child Files. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(A)(2) · Child physicals
Licensor observed three children files. Of the three files two children were missing updated physicals.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Child Files. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(D)(3) · Classroom has emergency information for each child
Licensor observed Toddler classroom to be missing emergency information for each child however the Preschool classroom had emergency information for each child.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Administration. Open / not marked corrected.
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1.11(J)(3) · Visitor/volunteer log maintained
No visitor/volunteer sign in sheet observed during this visit.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Visitor and Volunteer Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.12(A)(1) · All staff/volunteers complete comprehensive background check
Licensor observed director/owner to be missing DCYF Clearance. Licensor showed director how to request DCYF Clearance via DCYF website. Licensor reminded director Clearances/Comprehensive Background Check are to be renewed every 5 years.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Staff Qualifications and Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(F)(1) · Sight/sound supervision provided at all times
Licensor observed Toddler teacher was observed to stand between both toddler classroom (7 Children) and preschool classroom (6 children) doorway while preschool teacher went across the street to bring a child to school. License reminded teachers of this regulation.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Supervision, Interactions, and Prevention of Maltreatment. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(3) · Choke prevention gauge (I/T programs)
Program did not have a choking gauge.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(10) · Reusable sponges/dishcloths prohibited
Licensor observed program to have sponges. Licensor reminded teacher and director about this regulation.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(J)(4) · First aid kit available/stocked
Licensor observed over the counter medication in first aid kit and to be missing ice pack and gloves.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Illness and Injury. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(11) · 2' ft spacing between cribs/cots
Licensor observed in the Toddler room that the children were not spaced-out 2'ft apart. Licensor reminded teacher and director of this regulation.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Safe Sleep, Rest, and Quiet Activities. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(10) · Evacuation cribs empty (I/T programs)
Licensor observed toddler room did not have evacuation crib. Licensor reminded director of this regulation.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Emergency/Disaster Plans and Procedures. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(B)(1) · Staff-child ratios/max group size
Licensor observed Toddler teacher was observed to stand between both toddler classroom (7 Children) and preschool classroom (6 children) doorway while preschool teacher went across the street to bring a child to school. License reminded teachers of this regulation.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Staff/Child Ratio, Group Size, and Age Integration. Open / not marked corrected.
1.10(B)(7) · Diaper-changing surface cleaned/sanitized after each use
In the Toddler room, the diaper changing surface was not cleaned/sanitized after individual diaper changes.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Diapering and Toileting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.10(B)(8) · Staff wash hands after diapering
In the Toddler room, staff member did not wash her hands in between individual diaper changes.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Diapering and Toileting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.10(A)(5) · Bottles never propped up/placed in crib
In the Toddler room, licensor observed two children falling asleep on cots with a bottle present.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Food Preparation, Mealtime, and Nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.
1.10(A)(8) · Bottles labeled with child's name
Bottles in both rooms did not contain children's names.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Food Preparation, Mealtime, and Nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.
1.8(H)(1) · Equipment, materials, furnishings are safe/free of hazards
Licensor observed trash, debris, children's clothing, etc. in the outdoor play area. Items were not from today's use and provider acknowledged struggles with maintaining cleanliness of area. Licensor also observed visible cracks and breaks in two wooden play areas and provider was informed these can no longer be used.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.10(C)(6.k) · No items on/above crib or cot
In both classrooms, licensor observed cots to be placed against furniture containing toys and other items. Cots were also observed placed partially under tables/chairs.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Safe Sleep, Rest, and Quiet Activities. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(F)(1) · Sight/sound supervision provided at all times
In the PS room, three children were observed using the bathroom without appropriate supervision.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Supervision, Interactions, and Prevention of Maltreatment. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(F)(3) · Staff use of personal electronic devices
Licensor noted that both staff in each classroom had access to their cell phones. Provider reported center uses a child care app for attendance/photos which is on staff's cell phones.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Supervision, Interactions, and Prevention of Maltreatment. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(H)(2) · Staff follow handwashing procedures
Staff did not wash their hands in between diaper changes.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Handwashing and Hygiene. Open / not marked corrected.