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Home › RI › Smithfield › Cadence Academy Preschool Smith.
22 Cedar Swamp Rd. Smithfield, Smithfield RI 02917 · License #4012332828 · Center · Child Care Center
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1.10(A)(8) · Bottles labeled with child's name
Licensor observed bottle in infant refrigerator in need of label
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Food Preparation, Mealtime, and Nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(7) · Bedding removed/stored individually
Licensor observed bedding left on cot after child was done napping
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(10) · Evacuation cribs empty (I/T programs)
Licensor observed evaucation crib to have items underneath and in front of crib impeeding access
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Emergency/Disaster Plans and Procedures. Open / not marked corrected.
Disposition: 27/41
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Data synced from Rhode Island Department of Human Services — Office of Child Care on Jul 11, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
1.9(K)(1) · Furniture clean/free of hazards
Cots observed to be torn and in need of repair. Storage container with toys observed to be broken in classroom.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(3) · Choke prevention gauge (I/T programs)
Staff were unable to locate the choke prevention gauge. Licensor spoke with administrator regarding regulatory expectations of staff and administration being able to readily locate gauge.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(7) · Bedding removed/stored individually
Bedding observed to be in cubbies touching, not stored in individual bags.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(5) · Garbage receptacles covered/lined
Garbage receptacle observed to need lid
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Environmental Health. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(J)(6) · Choke-saving poster
Choking poster needed in several classrooms.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Postings. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(H)(2) · Staff follow handwashing procedures
Infant classroom in need of a portable sink.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Handwashing and Hygiene. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(J)(4) · First aid kit available/stocked
First aid kits observed to be in need of restocking
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Illness and Injury. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(N)(1) · Care plans obtained for children with food allergies/nutritional needs
Medications on site in need of care plans
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Child Files. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(N)(3) · Parental consent to post allergy information
Allergy posting missing in several classrooms. Allergy list out of date in remaining rooms
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Child Files. Open / not marked corrected.
1.8(H)(1) · Equipment, materials, furnishings are safe/free of hazards
Licensor observed cots to be stacked in a hazardous manner, creating a fall risk if child was to touch the cots.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Physical Facilities - Building Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.8(C)(4) · Artificial lighting intact/working
Licensor observed numerous lighting fixtures to be no longer working. Administrator accompanied licensor through the walk and took note of the lights in each room that needed to be replaced.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Physical Facilities - Building Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(F)(1) · Sight/sound supervision provided at all times
Staff observed to be in the bathroom assisting a student washing hands. Due to this the remaining students were out of sight supervision in the classroom.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Supervision, Interactions, and Prevention of Maltreatment. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(C)(6) · Medications labeled/stored appropriately
Medication on site observed to not be labeled, missing original packaging, and stored in the incorrect students medication bag. Child with listed allergy without medication on site.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Medication. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(C)(1) · Required documentation to administer medication
Licensor observed medication on site without proper documentation.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Medication. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(1) · Facility/equipment clean and free of hazards
Licensor observed cots in need of replacement/ repair. Paint observed in previous visit to be bubbling and peeling continues to be in need of repair. several ceiling lights in need of replacement.
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
Licensor observed a potted plant on the window sill above cribs. This plant was observed to have low hanging leaves within students reach. Licensor requested the plan be relocated or crib moved away from the wall when used for nap.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Safe Sleep, Rest, and Quiet Activities. Open / not marked corrected.
1.10(C)(6.f) · Children sleep in cribs/cots only
Upon arrival to the infant classroom, a student was observed to be sleeping in bouncy seat.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Safe Sleep, Rest, and Quiet Activities. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(7) · Bedding removed/stored individually
Licensor observed several crib mattresses stored in each crib. The mattresses had a fitted sheet for each child on it. Licensor spoke with admin and staff regarding individual sheets not touching for health and safety and not stacking mattresses in cribs for the children to sleep on top of.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.12(A)(1) · All staff/volunteers complete comprehensive background check
Licensor observed new staff person in toddler classroom. Upon file review program had not received results from DCYF Clearance at the time of the visit.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Staff Qualifications and Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(B)(1) · Staff-child ratios/max group size
Upon arrival to toddler classroom licensor observed the classroom out of ratio.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Staff/Child Ratio, Group Size, and Age Integration. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(1) · Furniture clean/free of hazards
Licensor observed cots to be torn and in need of repair.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(5) · Garbage receptacles covered/lined
Classroom observed to need lids for receptacles
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Environmental Health. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(10) · Evacuation cribs empty (I/T programs)
Licensor observed evacuation crib to need a mattress. As well as items impeding the path for accessibility.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Emergency/Disaster Plans and Procedures. Open / not marked corrected.
1.14(C)(2) · Staff-child interactions during mealtimes
upon arrival to infant classroom child was observed finishing their lunch at table without staff within arms reach. Licensor and admin spoke regarding staff being at the table with child. Admin remained at the table with the student while infant teacher assisted licensor
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Food Preparation, Mealtime, and Nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.
1.8(C)(10) · Sinks have running water
Prek classroom sink not in working condition.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Physical Facilities - Building Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.13(F)(10) · Staff file requirements
staff file on site did not have comprehensive background check for newly hired staff.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Staff Files. Open / not marked corrected.
1.11(F)(1) · Sight/sound supervision provided at all times
Due to placement of cots and staff students could not be observed by sight supervision during rest.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Supervision, Interactions, and Prevention of Maltreatment. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(C)(6) · Medications labeled/stored appropriately
Medication on site not in original packaging and expired.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Medication. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(C)(1) · Required documentation to administer medication
Medications in need of medication authorization form and care plans.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Medication. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(1) · Facility/equipment clean and free of hazards
Licensing staff observed classroom materials and equipment in need of cleaning. Paint observed to be peeling, chipping and bubbling on walls and window sills. Ceiling tiles observed to have water damage from ice dams
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(1) · Furniture clean/free of hazards
Furniture observed to have staining and in need of cleaning.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Equipment and Materials. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(3) · Toxic substances labeled/safely stored
Licensor observed cleaning supplies within reach of the children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(7) · Bedding removed/stored individually
Toddler classroom observed to have bedding left on cots stacked up on one another once children woke up from rest
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(G)(5) · Garbage receptacles covered/lined
Prek classroom in need of garbage lids on all recepticles
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Environmental Health. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(J)(4) · First aid kit available/stocked
First aid kits in need of restocking
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Illness and Injury. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(9) · Evacuation cribs assembled/accessible (I/T programs)
Evacuation crib observed to be blocked by classroom items and blocked for access in emergency
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Emergency/Disaster Plans and Procedures. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(K)(10) · Evacuation cribs empty (I/T programs)
Evacuation crib observed to be full of classroom supplies
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Emergency/Disaster Plans and Procedures. Open / not marked corrected.
1.8(C)(9) · Exits/egresses locked
Upon arrival to program licensing staff were able to open the door leading into the prek classroom. Additioanlly, staff notified licensor the main enterence was also being worked on as the locking mechanism was not working.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Physical Facilities - Building Requirements. Open / not marked corrected.
1.9(J)(6) · Choke-saving poster
Poster missing from Preschool 1 classroom.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: Postings. Open / not marked corrected.