Mary Elizabeth Center and Preschool - Cambridge VT Center Based Child Care and Preschool Program - Licensed Provider

208 Main Street , Cambridge VT 05464
(802) 644-9109

About the Provider

Description: The Mary Elizabeth Preschool is a magical, wholesome place for 3-5. We believe social development, by promoting independence, self confidence and respect for others, is as important as the academic curriculum. We offer a perfect blend of academic and imaginative play emphasizing patience, proactive teaching addressing social skills before conflicts arise and have a genuine love of children. The Mary Elizabeth is a leader in the field of child development. Being a part of the Mary Elizabeth is unhurried, slows life down for children and reminds us of the importance of children and reminds us of the importance of imaginative play in a world that simply moves too fast. Your child will be free to take risks, gain independence, be creative and explore the many situations set up throughout the year at our school. The energy and enthusiasm you feel when you enter the Mary Elizabeth makes you never want to leave! Some of the opportunities your child will experience at MEP are field trips to apple orchards, farms, trips to the Flynn, sugaring, Smugglers Notch, hiking, dressing up for a tea party, lots of singing for performances and public speaking, working in different areas set up for exploration, being part of a local nature program and growing a garden are just a few of the activities your child will experience at MEP.

Additional Information: Initial License Date: 08/15/2010; Sibling Discount Available; Area Description: Fenced Yard, Smoke Free; Pets: Dog, Cat, Other Non-Furry Animal; Special Schedule: School Year Only; 1 Star Center Based Child Care and Preschool Program - Licensed Provider;

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 145217
  • Capacity: 15
  • Age Range: Preschool
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Type of Care: After School, Before School, Full-Time
  • Initial License Issue Date: Aug 15, 2010
  • District Office: Vermont Child Care Consumer Line
  • District Office Phone: 1-800-649-2642 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Type Create Date Due Date Corrected Date Status
Violation 2021-03-03 2021-03-24 Appeal Period
Regulation/Restriction: 3.7.2.2: The licensee shall ensure that evacuation drills are conducted at least once a month, and children and staff are evacuated in under three (3) minutes. Licensees of a CBCCPP located within a public or independent school building may count a lock-down drill performed while the CBCCPP is in operation in place of a monthly evacuation drill with the CBCCPP children and staff and at least three (3) of the monthly drills conducted within 365 days shall be evacuation drills.
Violation 2021-03-03 2021-03-10 Appeal Period
Regulation/Restriction: 3.4.7.5: The licensee shall maintain a current list of the licensee or designee, staff, auxiliary staff, and volunteers as in the rules in section 7.7.5 of these regulations, as applicable in BFIS. Any changes shall be reported through BFIS within five (5) working days of the change.
Violation 2021-03-03 2021-03-10 Appeal Period
Regulation/Restriction: 7.2.1: The licensee shall ensure that any new individuals regularly present at the CBCCPP submit a Records Check Authorization form to the Division prior to working with children in the CBCCPP.
Violation 2021-03-03 2021-03-24 Appeal Period
Regulation/Restriction: 7.3.1.5: The program director of a CBCCPP licensed for thirteen (13) or more children shall complete within one (1) year of employment start date a three (3) college credit course in managing an early care and education program that includes budgeting and financial management, approved by the Division; or the licensee shall employ a business manager as in the rule 7.6.1 of these regulations.
Violation 2021-03-03 2021-03-10 Appeal Period
Regulation/Restriction: 2.3.12: Changes that Impact a License The licensee shall notify the Division prior to any of the following changes in the operation of the CBCCPP. The Division shall determine whether it will be possible to modify a current license, approve a time limited variance or if the licensee must submit an application for a new license: * A reduction, addition or substantial change in the indoor or outdoor spaces utilized for the care of children in the CBCCPP; * A change in the name of the CBCCPP; * A change in the CBCCPP's Taxpayer Identification Number; * A change in the authorized license type of regulated service as defined in these rules; * A change in the number of children the CBCCPP serves at any one (1) time; * A change in the ages of children the CBCCPP serves; * A personnel change designating a new/different program director; or * A change naming a new designated representative for the licensee.
Violation 2019-10-10 2019-11-22 2020-01-13 Final
Regulation/Restriction: 5.2.6.4: Cleaning of the following items shall be done on the following schedule: After each use: * Countertops; * Food preparation appliances; * Plastic mouthed toys; * Changing tables; and * Cribs, cots, mats, and bedding, if used by different children. When it touches another surface: * Pacifiers Every Day: * Uncarpeted floors Every week: * Cribs, cots, mats, and bedding if used by the same child every day. Every month: * Machine washable toys; * Dress-up clothes including hats; * Play activity centers; and * Refrigerator.
Violation 2019-10-10 2019-11-22 2020-02-05 Final
Regulation/Restriction: 3.7.1.2: The licensee shall ensure that all staff are trained on the Emergency Response Plan and are aware of where to find the written plan in the CBCCPP.
Violation 2019-09-25 2019-11-22 2020-02-05 Final
Regulation/Restriction: 6.2.6.6: The program director shall ensure that no person be left alone with children without approval from the Division based on the results of a background check that includes fingerprinting; with the exception of a parent may be left alone with his/her own child(ren).
Violation 2019-09-24 2019-09-24 2020-02-05 Final
Regulation/Restriction: 5.10.3.3: Safe Use Zones For all play equipment that is thirty (30) inches or higher from the ground, including climbing equipment, slides, swings and other similar equipment, the licensee shall ensure that the surface under and around the equipment, including recommended use zones, is of approved resilient material that protects children if they fall. * Materials in the use zone shall consist of wood chips, pea stone, mulch, engineered wood fibers, sand, safety-tested shredded or rubber like material or rubber mats designed for protective cushioning; * Materials used in the use zone shall follow the recommendations listed in the most recent publication of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's Public Playground Safety Handbook regarding critical depth of tested materials determined by the height of the highest climbing surface of the equipment; * Materials used in the use zone shall be installed and maintained according to the manufacturer's instructions; * If the loose material such as sand, mulch, or shredded rubber is used in use zones, the licensee shall ensure that the material is raked regularly and replenished to maintain depth and resilience; and * If the resilient material in use zones freezes, staff shall ensure that children will not play on the equipment until the resilient material has thawed and is once again resilient.
Violation 2019-09-24 2019-11-22 2020-02-05 Final
Regulation/Restriction: 7.2.1: The licensee shall ensure that any new individuals regularly present at the CBCCPP submit a Records Check Authorization form to the Division prior to working with children in the CBCCPP.
Violation 2019-09-24 2019-11-22 2019-09-30 Final
Regulation/Restriction: 2.3.11.6: The licensee shall not represent or give the impression that the CBCCPP and its services are other than as defined by the license certificate and the limitations of these regulations.
Violation 2019-06-21 2019-07-30 Under Appeal
Regulation/Restriction: 6.2.7.3: Staff shall use positive methods of guidance and behavior management that encourage self-control, self-direction, self-esteem and cooperation.
Violation 2019-06-18 2019-07-30 Under Appeal
Regulation/Restriction: 2.3.11.6: The licensee shall not represent or give the impression that the CBCCPP and its services are other than as defined by the license certificate and the limitations of these regulations.
Violation 2019-06-18 2019-07-30 Under Appeal
Regulation/Restriction: 5.10.5.1: Written permission from each child's parent shall be obtained prior to the child engaging in swimming or wading activities. This written permission shall be retained in each child's file.
Violation 2019-06-18 2019-07-30 Under Appeal
Regulation/Restriction: 6.2.3.1: When children twenty-four (24) months of age and older are napping, at least one (1) staff member shall supervise each group of sleeping children. When children are sleeping, staff shall be positioned to allow for visual supervision of the children.

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