BERTHA Academy LLC

746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations

4 out of the 10 children's records monitored, did not have up-to-date immunization records.

Corrected by Sep 12, 2025

746.1301(a)(1)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

The center director did not have a current CPR and First Aid certification training.

Corrected by Sep 12, 2025

746.1309(d) · Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

3 out of the 5 staff records monitored, did not have their annual training current for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, and Early Childhood Brain Development.

Corrected by Sep 12, 2025

746.801(8) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records

The outdoor monthly checklists have not been completed since May of 2025 and are not current.

Corrected by Sep 12, 2025

746.1203(3)(D) · Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

One infant classroom caregiver was observed on her personal cell phone while she was supervising children.

Corrected by Mar 18, 2025

746.3417(1) · Children Handwashing Before Eating

10 children in the toddler/ PreK mixed classroom did not wash their hands prior to eating their food.

Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

10 children were observed eating in highchairs and were observed to not be strapped to their seats that require seat straps.

Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

746.1203(3)(D) · Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

Inspector observed one caregiver on their cell phone while caring for children. Inspector spoke to staff who stated they are not allowed to be on their cell phones when in a classroom with children. Inspector has previously provided technical assistance on staff on cell phones while caring for children during a previous inspection.

Corrected by Mar 18, 2024

745.621(a)(2) · AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone

Inspector observed one person present and in a classroom with unsupervised access to children without an initial background check submitted. At the time of inspection the caregiver was seen in multiple classrooms.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2024

746.5202(1) · Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

The emergency preparedness plan was missing information such as how children with limited mobility or who are under 24 months will be evacuated, and how staff will continue to care for children until parents arrive.

Corrected by Jan 15, 2024

746.3505(e) · Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area

Inspector observed two classrooms change children and not sanitize the diaper changing table after each child.

Corrected by Jan 15, 2024

746.5319 · Smoke Detectors Testing

The operation did not have annual documentation for checking the carbon monoxide, smoke detector, or fire extinguishers monthly.

Corrected by Jan 10, 2024

746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

One staff left classroom to open the door leaving the classroom out of ratio. There was one staff with 8 infants until the second staff returned.

Corrected by Jul 31, 2023

746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

Inspector observed one 4 month old infant in a crib lying on a boppy pillow.

Corrected by Jul 31, 2023

746.2419(3) · Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles

Inspector observed one 6 month old infant in a bouncer with a blanket and bottle. Staff stated the blanket was being used to prop bottle.

Corrected by Jul 31, 2023

746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

Several classrooms were observed to have chipped paint on walls which is accessible to children.

Corrected by Feb 23, 2023

746.2419(1) · Requirements for Feeding Infants-Hold through 6-months

A caregiver in the infant room was observed feeding a child with bottle while child was sitting in a bouncer seat.

Corrected by Feb 2, 2023

746.4751(c) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

Two stationary play structures (one blue Thomas the Train and one red/pink fire truck) was observed with broken plastic parts. The broken plastic was observed to be sharp with jagged edges which poses a risk to children.

Corrected by Feb 16, 2023

746.2417(2)(B) · Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes

One child, age five months old, was observed sitting in a bouncy seat for almost thirty minutes.

Corrected by Feb 2, 2023

746.2209 · Posting of Activity Plan

Two out of six classrooms observed did not have an activity plan posted.

Corrected by Feb 16, 2023