Begin With Us Child Care And Preschool Bld B
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Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The facility had applied tape to cover the edge of a wooden paper station in the Treehouse room that was observed to be peeling, lifting and rolling, and tape on the loft that was also observed to be lifting and peeling. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The packing tape that was on the piece of furniture was replaced so that it isn't peeling, lifting, and rolling, while the certification representative was still on site. |
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a broken Lil Scooter in the Victorian room. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The scooter was discarded while the certification representative was still on site. |
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(a) Description: Each child emergency contact person Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked to reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent completed the section "Person(s) to Whom the Child May Be Released." |
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked work addresses and telephone numbers for the enrolling parents. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent completed the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked information on the child's special needs if any, Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child does not have any special needs. The parent filled in those areas as N/A. |
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 was observed to lack a written evaluation of staff person on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. This was evidenced by an evaluation dated 4/18/2024 being the most current evaluation present in the file. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An evaluation was completed for the staff person. |
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| 2026-03-25 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a clear spray bottle that contained a pale-yellow liquid but lacked a label that specified the contents of the clear bottle. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle, which was in a locked cabinet and out of reach of children, was emptied while the certification representative was on site. |
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| 2025-03-26 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have 2 wooden Lakeshore brand wooden chairs in the School House room that had loose legs and were unsteady, and a round table on the stage in the Castle room was also observed to have loose legs and be unsteady. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The chairs and the table were both tightened while the certification representative was still on site. |
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| 2025-03-26 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 was observed to contain a Financial Agreement that did not specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent filled in the child¿s arrival and departure times. |
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| 2025-03-26 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a medication prescribed to child #2, but failed to have a parent's written consent for administration. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication was returned to the parent. |
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| 2024-03-28 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact on file for Child #1 and Child #2 were observed not to contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility Staff. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures was obtained for both children on 3/28/24. One was obtained while the certification representative was still on site, and the other was emailed to her later that same afternoon. |
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| 2023-03-27 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: On the day of inspection, it was observed that a bottle of Tylenol was not marked to identify the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The lead teacher labeled the bottle of Tylenol while the certification representative was still on site. |
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| 2023-03-27 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On the day of inspection, it was observed in Treehouse and in Cottage bathrooms, exposed bolts at the base of the toilet. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bolts were covered while the certification representative was still on site. |
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| 2022-06-15 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play area, in the red shed building a rubber ball was observed to be torn. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ball was in a locked shed that the children don't have access to. The ball was discarded. |
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| 2022-06-15 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Expired diaper cream was observed in the Cottage Room diaper changing area. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We discarded the expired diaper cream and will check all diaper creams on a regularly scheduled basis to make sure that they aren¿t expired. |
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| 2022-06-15 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the phone number for contacting the appropriate regional child care office was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The phone number was and continues to be posted on a copy of the regulations that is located on cabinet that we use for parent communication. |
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| 2022-02-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: **Based on interviews and video footage, Staff #1 and Staff #2 left Child #1 alone in the classroom for approximately 4 to 5 minutes while they took the rest of the children outside to play. Child #1 is found by Staff #3 approximately 1 to 2 minutes after he is last seen on video in the classroom. Correction Required: The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The training will be completed on April 5, 2022. All staff members are required to attend. Directors will complete an additional Director's portion of the supervision and ratio training. |
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| 2022-02-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: ***Based on interviews and video footage, Staff #1 and Staff #2 left Child #1 alone in the classroom for approximately 4 to 5 minutes while they took the rest of the children outside to play. Child #1 is found by Staff #3 approximately 1 to 2 minutes after he is last seen on video in the classroom. Correction Required: The operator will contact the ELRC 6 to arrange for Start Up TA to come to the facility to conduct a minimum of 4 classroom observations. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator contacted the ELRC to arrange for start up TA. ELRC have been conducting observations. Staff and administration will work with them to make improvements based on their observations. |
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| 2022-02-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: *Based on interviews and video footage, Staff #1 and Staff #2 left Child #1 alone in the classroom for approximately 4 to 5 minutes while they took the rest of the children outside to play. Child #1 is found by Staff #3 approximately 1 to 2 minutes after he is last seen on video in the classroom. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 and #2 did not follow the Supervision of Children and Play Yard Rules procedures. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were fired immediately and the incident was self-reported to our Certification Representative by the Executive Director. The Supervision of Children and Play Yard Rules procedures and the Master Play Yard Checklist have been revised and all staff have been trained. Directors and administrators will conduct random ratio and supervision checks (utilizing the Supervision Chart) at different times and locations; including following the staff to and from the play yard. Required group sizes and ratios will be maintained at the facility, including outdoor play space. |
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| 2022-02-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: **Based on interviews and video footage, Staff #1 and Staff #2 left Child #1 alone in the classroom for approximately 4 to 5 minutes while they took the rest of the children outside to play. Child #1 is found by Staff #3 approximately 1 to 2 minutes after he is last seen on video in the classroom. Correction Required: The operator will develop and implement a physical means of assigning children to staff for the purpose of maintaining compliance with the Staff to child ratio and the supervision of children. OCDEL will approve the plan before its implementation. (Example: Photo name tags with the child's ratio category that a staff person can keep while the child is assigned to them.) |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A physical means of assigning children to staff for the purpose of maintaining compliance with the staff to child ratio and the supervision of children was and continues to be implemented. Child Identification Cards (photo name tags), boards with children's names and total children in attendance, paper lists of children's names, and Master Lists are used as a physical means of assigning children to staff. All staff members were and continue to be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. They were and continue to be required to know the names and whereabouts of the children in his/her assigned group, and to be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Staff member #1 and #2 did not follow the Supervision of Children and Play Yard Rules procedures. |
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| 2022-02-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: *Based on interviews and video footage, Staff #1 and Staff #2 left Child #1 alone in the classroom for approximately 4 to 5 minutes while they took the rest of the children outside to play. Child #1 is found by Staff #3 approximately 1 to 2 minutes after he is last seen on video in the classroom. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff members were and continue to be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. They were and continue to be required to know the names and whereabouts of the children in his/her assigned group, and to be physically present with the children in his/her group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Staff member #1 and #2 did not follow the Supervision of Children and Play Yard Rules procedures. They did not stop at the Supervision Check Points. Staff will follow procedures, including stopping at Supervision Check Points. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were fired immediately and the incident was self-reported to our Certification Representative by the Executive Director. |
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| 2022-02-17 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews and video footage, Staff #1 and Staff #2 left Child #1 alone in the classroom for approximately 4 to 5 minutes while they took the rest of the children outside to play. Child #1 is found by Staff #3 approximately 1 to 2 minutes after he is last seen on video in the classroom. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 and #2 did not follow the Supervision of Children and Play Yard Rules procedures. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were fired immediately and the incident was self-reported to our Certification Representative by the Executive Director. The Supervision of Children and Play Yard Rules procedures have been revised (including the Supervision Check Points posting) to include more detailed steps and all staff have been trained. Directors and administrators will conduct random ratio and supervision checks at different times and locations. Required group sizes and ratios will be maintained. |
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| 2021-12-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(b) - No bed linens alone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(b) Description: No bed linens alone Noncompliance Area: At approximately 11:45 AM Certification Staff observed only a blanket to be used as rest equipment in the School House Room. Staff indicated the child's parent had forgotten his/her rest equipment so staff provided an extra facility blanket. Correction Required: Bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bed linens will not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment. A sleeping bag was provided while the certification representative was still on site. |
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| 2021-12-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: At approximately 11:45 AM Certification Staff observed two rows each of 5 rest equipment with approximately 12 inches between them in the School House Room. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Classroom furniture has been rearranged to ensure that rest equipment is spaced at least 2 feet apart on three sides. |
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| 2021-12-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation. Previously cited on 10/18/21. The file of Child #1, a 2 year old, lacked an influenza immunization in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On October 19, 2021, the child's pediatrician reported on the Child Health Report that the parent declined the flu vaccine for her child. The parent also signed the Child Health Report. On December 13, 2021, the parent signed an additional form, the "Child Health Report and Immunization Record" indicating that she refused the flu shot and indicating the reason why. |
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| 2021-12-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation. Previously cited on 10/18/21. Observed peeling black paint on the seat of the train's caboose in the outdoor play space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The paint has been repaired. |
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| 2021-11-08 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(c) Description: No ridicule or threaten harm Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews, Staff #1 singled out a child for ridicule, threatened harm to the child or the child's family, and specifically aimed to degrade the child or the child's family. Based on interviews, Staff #1 called a particular child "devil child". Based on interviews, Staff #1 grabbed a child by the wrist to pull the child into line before grabbing the child in the face area and telling the child to stay in line or Staff #1 was going to beat the child's buttocks. Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We self-reported the events as soon as they were reported by the staff members. The employee was initially suspended and then was terminated after the investigation was completed. We will not tolerate that type of behavior in the facility. |
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| 2021-11-08 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews, Staff #1 used profane language in front of the children or directed it towards the children. Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We self-reported the events as soon as they were reported by the staff members. The employee was initially suspended and then was terminated after the investigation was completed. We will not tolerate that type of behavior in the facility. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: On 10/18/21 observed purple foam blocks with bite marks in the Tree House Room. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The purple foam block was thrown away. The remaining blocks were removed from the classroom. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information was not present for Children #1 and #2 while they were in the Cottage Room. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The children's emergency contact forms were brought to the classroom during the inspection. Copies of children's emergency contact forms are kept in every classroom. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1, a 2 year old, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD, influenza, and Hepatitis A immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #1 contained documentation of 3 DTAP/DTP/TD immunizations and 1 Hepatitis A immunization. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child had a health assessment scheduled for October 19, 2021. She was on a modified immunization and is now current on all immunizations. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: On 10/18/21 observed adult scissors in a container on the cabinet beside the changing table which were accessible to children in the Castle Room. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The scissors were moved to a location that was inaccessible to children. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide training regarding the emergency plan to Staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 when it was updated on 12/18/20. The update on 12/18/2020 addressed lockdown and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. The files of Staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 12/31/20. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members were trained within 2 weeks of the update. Due to the holiday season and COVID closures and staffing, training was done as soon as it was practical to do so. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: On 10/18/21 observed the bathroom faucet in the Tree House Classroom was pitted creating rough edges. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The faucet was replaced. |
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| 2021-10-14 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: On 10/18/21 observed peeling blue paint on the seat of the train's caboose in the outdoor play space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The paint was repaired. |
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| 2021-08-30 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(c) Description: No ridicule or threaten harm Noncompliance Area: **Based on interviews and video, Staff #1 nudges Child #1 with the sweeper before running over Child #1's hand causing 2nd degree burns. Based on the video, Staff #1 does not stop running the sweeper until Staff #2 gestures and speaks to Staff #1. Based on video, Staff #1 looks at Child #1's hand, gets ice for Child #1, and then resumes running the sweeper. Correction Required: The legal entity will work with ELRC #6 staff to arrange for classroom observations to assess program to assist in program development and classroom schedules and the schedule of duties at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will work with the ELRC #6 staff to arrange for classroom observations to assess program to assist in program development and classroom schedules and the schedule of duties at the facility. |
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| 2021-08-30 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(c) Description: No ridicule or threaten harm Noncompliance Area: *Based on interviews and video, Staff #1 nudges Child #1 with the sweeper before running over Child #1's hand causing 2nd degree burns. Based on the video, Staff #1 does not stop running the sweeper until Staff #2 gestures and speaks to Staff #1. Based on video, Staff #1 looks at Child #1's hand, gets ice for Child #1, and then resumes running the sweeper. Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 was placed on administrative leave during the investigation period, effective 8/26/2021. Staff #1's employment was terminated by Begin With Us Child Care and Preschool, Inc. on 11/17/2021. |
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| 2021-08-30 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(7) Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews, staff did not complete a report of the injury to Child #1's hand and give the original report to the parent on the day of the incident. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 did not follow the "Injury/Incident" Procedure. Staff members will give the parent the original incident report on the day of the incident, call the parent, and notify the director. The building director reviewed the "Injury/Incident" procedure via an in-house training with staff on various dates between November 16, 2021 and November 30, 2021. The procedure was also included in the biweekly "Staff Memorandum" on September 3, 2021 and October 29, 2021. |
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| 2021-08-30 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews and video, Staff #1 nudges Child #1 with the sweeper before running over Child #1's hand causing 2nd degree burns. Based on the video, Staff #1 does not stop running the sweeper until Staff #2 gestures and speaks to Staff #1. Based on video, Staff #1 looks at Child #1's hand, gets ice for Child #1, and then resumes running the sweeper. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 did not follow the "Daily Responsibilities and Cleaning Checklist." Vacuuming is completed after 4:30 p.m. when the children are not on the carpeted area of the classroom. |
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| 2020-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 10/26/2020 observed embedded equipment in the outdoor play space with approximately 4 inches of mulch. Observed approximately 4 inches of mulch under the dark yellow and green slide and under the seesaw. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends 9 inches of mulch as protective surface covering. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Mulch had previously been delivered to the center on Friday, October 23, 2020. The custodian was in the process of removing the newly fallen leaves and adding the mulch to the play yard. Moving forward, we will continue to complete site safety checks in order to maintain the required amount of mulch. |
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| 2020-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.106(b) - No bed linens alone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:15 PM on 10/26/2020 Certification Staff observed only blankets for rest equipment for a child in the Castle Classroom. Correction Required: Bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A clean, extra sleeping bag was provided for the child. Staff were reminded that bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment. Moving forward, bed linens will not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment. Parents were sent a memo on 11/06/2020 to remind them to return rest equipment on their next school day. |
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| 2020-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 10/26/2020 observed a bag containing a first-aid kit hanging on the side of the cabinet to the left of the refrigerator in the School House Classroom which was accessible to children. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The first aid kit was moved to the labeled, locked cabinet, where it was to be kept. Staff were reminded that the first-aid kits must be inaccessible to children at all times. |
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| 2020-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The bathroom in the Castle Classroom lacked a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A clean, lidded waste receptacle was present in the classroom, but had been moved out of the bathroom to use closer to the diapering area. The waste receptacle was moved back into the bathroom and an additional one was put in the diapering area. A clean, lidded waste receptacle will remain in the bathroom at all times. |
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| 2020-10-05 | Renewal | 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 10/26/2020 observed the diapering area for young toddlers in the Castle Classroom lacked a source of running water for handwashing. The diapering area is located across the room from the bathroom, and staff need to open and close 2 gates to reach the bathroom. Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The classroom furniture was rearranged so that the diaper changing area is closer to the bathroom sink and the need for gates to get to the bathroom was eliminated. Moving forward, diaper changing areas will remain in close proximity, without barriers to running water for handwashing. |
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| 2020-01-24 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On January 17, 2020, at 2:53 PM Child #1, a school-age child, exited the building between two families at pick up time. Child #1 exited the door located in the gym area between the Victorian Room and the Schoolhouse Room. Staff #1 was assigned to Child #1. Staff #1 stated that she was cleaning up, handing out snack, and dealing with a child having a temper tantrum in the gym area. Staff #2 who was working in the Victorian Room which is adjacent to the gym area saw Child #1 leaving the building. Staff #2 left her classroom and exited the building behind the family who followed Child #1 through the door. Child #1 walked between 2 parked vehicles before stopping at the back of them. Child #1 then turned around and walked back towards Staff #2. Child #1 took Staff #2's hand and then entered the building. Staff #1 was unaware that Child #1 had exited the building until Staff #2 returned Child #1 to the gym area and indicated what happened. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Interior gates and exterior fencing were in place in the area, but the parents of two different families failed to follow procedure, and held the gate and the fence open. Signs were hung on all interior gates and exterior fence gates on 01/20/2020 as a reminder to parents that interior gates and exterior fence gates must be kept closed at all times. Parents were reminded by direct message for five (5) consecutive days, 01/27-31/2020, while signing in and out via ProCare, our check-in and check-out computer system. Letters were sent out to all parents on 01/24/2020 as a reminder of our safety policies and procedures. A reminder was also added to the monthly parent newsletter in March 2020. A chime was added to exterior door of the gym area to alert staff when the door is open. A supervision and ratio training was provided to staff online on 12/10/2019 and in person by ELRC 6 on 01/11/2020. Staff member #1 attended the training on 01/11/2020. All staff members are now using child identification cards in order to maintain supervision and ratio at all times. Moving forward, parents will be regularly reminded that interior gates and exterior fence gates must be kept closed at all times. And, staff members will continue to use child identification cards in order to maintain supervision and ratio at all times. We will continue to address staff of our Supervision of Children procedure via our bi-weekly Staff Memorandum. |
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| 2019-12-09 | Unannounced Monitoring | 20.71(b)(5) - Perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse | Needs Verification |
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Noncompliance Area: Facility persons #1 and #2 have been named as a perpetrator in an indicated report of child abuse. Correction Required: A facility person who has been named as perpetrator in a founded/an indicated report of child abuse may not be present in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Begin with Us respectfully disagrees with the violations as related to any staff members named in the CYS Report being present in any of the centers once the Report was received on 12/6/19, as set forth in the Inspection Summary, Inspection Date 12/9/19. Staff #3 and #4 have not been in any of the centers since 9/10/19 and 9/20/19 respectfully. Staff member #2 has not been in the centers since before the report was received as she worked from home on 12/5 and 12/6/19. Staff member #1 was asked to leave the center immediately on Friday, December 6, 2019 after the report was received by the owners. Aware of the ramification of the Indicated Report, Staff #1 and #2 made arrangements and staffing changes over the weekend so the center was staffed appropriately as of first thing Monday morning 12/9/19. Neither Staff member #1 or #2 have been in the center, when children are present since the report was received. Staff members #1 and #2 were not present in the centers during the inspection on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Also note, the letter from CYS stating that the 4 staff members were under CYS investigation was received on 12/7/19, a day after the final report was received. Due to the fact that none of the 4 staff members were present at the site any time after receiving notice of the indicated report, Begin with Us respectfully inquires how the 12/10/19 inspection resulted in these violations. However, in order to ensure compliance with the directive from OCDEL, Begin with Us respectfully submits this Plan of Correction. Effective immediately, Staff 1 and 2 fully understand that they are not to be on premises when children are in care. A qualified Director is already in place at this site. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed 4 cracked plastic containers labeled "gems", "numbers", "dominoes", and "pattern blocks" creating rough edges and pinch points in the Victorian Room. Observed loose trim on the 1st cubby by the book area creating pinch points in the Victorian Room. Observed a plastic bin labeled "transportation" with 2 broken corners creating rough edges in the Tree House Classroom. Observed a cracked plastic bin containing plastic tubes and funnels creating pinch points and rough edges in the Tree House Classroom. Observed a cracked plastic bin containing tinker toys creating pinch points and rough edges in the Tree House Classroom. Observed 5 cracked/broken connecting blocks in the Tree House Classroom. Observed 3 broken Crystal Climbers cylinder connecting shapes in the Tree House Classroom. Observed 11 broken Crystal Climbers of various shapes in the Tree House Classroom. Observed 3 cracked Magna Tiles in the Cottage Classroom. Observed a small round table in the science area in the Cottage Classroom with a loose leg. Observed a broken craft stick in the art area creating splintering wood in the Cottage Classroom. Observed 3 cracked Magna Tiles in the Castle Classroom. Observed a wooden train track with splintering wood in the Schoolhouse Classroom. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All broken bins and toys have been discarded. The trim on the cubby and the table have been fixed. Moving forward, staff members will conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms and on the play yard. We continue to use the "Daily Site Safety" forms and "Weekly Check-In" forms to document supplies that need to be replaced and/or repaired. Directors will continue to do quarterly site safety checks to reassess safety in all classrooms and on the play yard. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Victorian Room. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's name was on the tag of the sleeping bag when it was sent home to be laundered over the weekend. The tag had been ripped off when the bag was returned on Monday. Moving forward, teachers will check to make sure that all rest equipment is labeled after it is returned weekly from being laundered. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At approximately 1:14 PM Certification Staff observed Staff #2 sitting on the floor working on a computer facing in the opposite direction of 3 children who were sleeping against cubbies in the Schoolhouse Classroom which did not allow Staff #2 to see, hear, direct, or assess the children. Staff #3 who was also present in the Schoolhouse Classroom was unable to see, hear, direct, or assess the 3 children. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff members immediately repositioned themselves to be able to see, hear, direct, and assess the children. Moving forward, the teachers will position themselves throughout the classroom to be able to see, hear, direct, and assess the children at all times. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #3 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #4 lacked the home telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #5 lacked the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Telephone numbers and addresses have all been completed. Moving forward, we will continue to review all paperwork to ensure completion of all required areas. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent provided written consent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form. Moving forward, we will continue to review all paperwork to ensure completion of all required areas. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #5 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent provided the insurance information. Moving forward, we will continue to review all paperwork to ensure completion of all required areas. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #1 contained a health report dated 3/8/18. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1's health report was completed, received, and placed in the child's file. The parent did not return the form in a timely manner. There can be a lag in return time if the parent forgets to take the form to the appointment and then has the pediatrician's office fax it to us. We try to get the physicals back as soon as possible, but the parent and the pediatrician's office don't always cooperate. Health assessment forms are available to the parents before each well-visit. We give the parents health report forms 2-months prior to when the report is due, and they are also always available at the entrance of each building. Moving forward, we will utilize data tracking forms to assist in getting the paperwork back from the parents in a more timely manner. We hired a part-time registered nurse to assist us with health reports and immunizations. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #1 and #2 lacked a current influenza immunization in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #1, a 4 year old, lacked the 2nd Hepatitis A immunization in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent of child #1 provided documentation that he will be receiving the flu shot, and that he just hasn't received it yet. The parent of child #2 provided documentation as to why she does not receive the flu shot. The physician of child #1 provided documentation that the 2nd Hepatitis A shot was given in April 2019. Health assessment forms are available to the parents before each well-visit. Moving forward, we will utilize data tracking forms to assist in getting the paperwork back from the parents in a more timely manner. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent provided written consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Moving forward, we will continue to review all paperwork to ensure completion of all required areas. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #1 lacked a copy of a completed FBI clearance prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. Staff #1 had a start date of 8/29/16 with a FBI clearance dated 8/30/16. The file of Staff #1 did not contain a FBI fingerprint submitted receipt dated prior to or on the date of initial hire. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 provided a signed disclosure statement dated 8/25/2016 and proof of registration to be fingerprinted dated 8/28/2019. She did not receive an FBI fingerprint submitted receipt from the fingerprinting site. Moving forward, we will require that staff provide an FBI fingerprint submitted receipt until 12/31/19, at which time regulations will require that all clearances be provided before the staff member begins employment. |
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| 2019-10-21 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit in the Cottage Room lacked tape. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Tape was added to the first-aid kit. Moving forward, staff members will conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms and on the play yard. We continue to use the "Daily Site Safety" forms and "Weekly Check-In" forms to document supplies that need to be replaced and/or repaired. Directors will continue to do quarterly site safety checks to reassess safety in all classrooms and on the play yard. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a cubbie beside the climber which was not anchored creating a tip hazard in the Tree House Room. Observed a red and pink child's chair with exposed foam in the Tree House Room. Observed crack Magna Tiles in the Tree House Room. Observed a cracked bin containing Magna Tiles creating rough edges and pinch points in the Tree House Room. Observed a cracked blue bin and a cracked yellow bin labeled with children's names on the bookcase at the entrance to the Cottage Room. Observed cracked Magna Tiles in the Cottage Room. Observed cracked Magna Tiles in the Schoolhouse Room. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cubbie in Treehouse was anchored previously but the screw had come loose and is now fixed. The chair has been repaired. The broken Magna Tiles have been discarded. The cracked bins have been discarded and replaced. Moving forward, staff members will conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms and on the play yard. A form has been developed to document areas that need to be repaired. The custodian will check the forms daily and correct all identified hazards. Directors will continue to do quarterly site safety checks to reassess safety in all classrooms and on the play yard. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed rest equipment which was not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Schoolhouse Room. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) One sleeping bag did not have the child's name on it. The bag was labeled immediately. Moving forward, teachers will check to make sure that all rest equipment is labeled. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #2 and #3 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #10 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents for Child #2 and #3 had filled out the address that the physician is located, but not the zip code. The parent for Child #3 forgot to include the telephone number. The Director filled in the addresses and phone number immediately. The Director will continue to review all paperwork to ensure proper completion. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #2, #7, and #10 lacked the complete work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #3 lacked the home telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The addresses for Children #2, #7, and #10 and the home telephone number for Child #3 was completed immediately. Moving forward, the Director will continue to review all paperwork to ensure proper completion. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #10 lacked the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Insurance information for both children have been completed. Moving forward, the Director will continue to review all paperwork to ensure proper completion. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #3 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #10 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Address information for both children has been completed. Moving forward, the Director will continue to review all paperwork to ensure proper completion. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an Epipen for a child in the Castle Room but the parent did not provide written consent for administration of the medication. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent has provided written consent in addition to consent provided on the Emergency Contact Form. Moving forward, medication logs will be given to the parent to fill out along with the Emergency Contact Form so that it is not overlooked. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. Staff #1 had a current health assessment dated 4/28/18 with a previous one dated 3/2/16. Staff #2 had a current health assessment dated 9/7/18 with a previous one dated 8/1/16. Staff #3 had a current health assessment dated 8/26/17 with a previous one dated 6/8/15. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Director provides reminders to staff members as to when their physical is due. The staff members listed above were unable to obtain appointments within the exact 24 month window. Moving forward, The director will provide reminders to the staff members at 6 months and again at 2 months prior to their due dates so that they are able to obtain appointments in a timely manner. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #4 lacked a reviewed and updated emergency contact form and financial agreement which should have been reviewed at least once in a 6-month period. The file of Child #4 had an emergency contact form and financial agreement reviewed on 4/26/17, 11/17/17, and 5/18/18. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Agreements and Emergency Contact Forms are updated bi-annually, in May and November. Moving forward, we will make sure that all forms are reviewed in May and November within 2-weeks of the previous update. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a posting in a conspicuous location of the applicable regulations under which it is certified. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A copy was placed on the cabinet inside the main entrance where it is always kept. Moving forward, the Director will check daily to make sure that a copy is always present. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 did not have the required number of hours for last year due to a medical leave of absence. She has met the required number of hours for this year. Staff #1 had 2 hours of training for 2017-2018. Staff #1 has completed 6 hours of training in September 2018 and 3 hours of training in October 2018. Staff #1 will borrow 4 hours from September 2018 to fulfill requirements for 2017-2018. Staff will obtain 1 more hour by March 2019 to meet the 6 hour requirement for 2018-2019. Moving forward, staff members will continue to provide the Director with a copy of their training documentation from the PA Key PD Registry to verify that the hours are completed on time. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit in the Cottage Room lacked tweezers. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The tweezers were found in the cabinet right next to the first-aid kit. They simply didn't make it back into the container. Moving forward, staff members will conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms, including making sure that all components are in the first-aid kits. |
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| 2018-10-23 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed peeling paint between the castle turrets and dragon on the mural in the Castle Room. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The artist has been contacted and will fix the paint. Staff members will conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms and on the play yard. A form has been developed to document areas that need to be repaired. The custodian will check the forms daily and correct all identified hazards. Directors will continue to do quarterly site safety checks to reassess safety in all classrooms and on the play yard. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed rest equipment which was not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Tree House Room, Cottage Room, and Castle Room. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Sleeping bags have been labeled. When new children enroll, their rest equipment will be labeled. Moving forward, when staff members conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms, they will also verify that all rest equipment is labeled. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The Tree House Room and School House Room lacked a posting of a daily activity schedule. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both classrooms had recently rearranged furniture and forgot to repost the daily activity schedule. Moving forward, when staff members conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms, they will also review postings to make sure all required postings are present. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:25 AM Certification Representative entered the Victoria Room to check compliance with supervision and ratio requirements. When Certification Representative asked Staff #15 which children she was supervising, she indicated 2 girls and the boys but was unable to provide all their names. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Lists of assigned children are located on the refrigerator in the classroom. Staff member #15 is a substitute teacher. She entered that classroom at 9:00 am. She was able to identify the children in her group but was just learning their names. When the certification representative returned that afternoon, she was able to name and point out all of her assigned children. Moving forward, teachers, especially substitutes and floaters, will carry lists of their assigned children as a reference. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.123(a) - Signed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #5 and #6 lacked the signature of the operator on the agreement. Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The form was corrected while the certification representative was still onsite. New photocopies were made for the file and originals were given to the parent. Agreements will be better reviewed to ensure that the entire form is completed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #4, #5, and #6 lacked the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The form was corrected while the certification representative was still onsite. New photocopies were made for the file and originals for the parent. Agreements will be better reviewed to ensure that the entire form is completed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #4, #5, and #6 lacked the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the agreement. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The form was corrected while the certification representative was still onsite. New photocopies were made for the file and originals for the parent. Agreements will be better reviewed to ensure that the entire form is completed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #7 contained the original copy of the agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parent. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A copy of the agreement was made for our file and the original given to the parent. All parents will receive original agreements. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #9 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items 13, 14, and 15 are from the same Emergency Contact Form that the parent forgot to sign. The director caught the mistake, as the areas were already highlighted for the parent to correct. The form has been corrected. Emergency Contact Forms will be better reviewed to ensure that the entire form is completed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #9 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items 13, 14, and 15 are from the same Emergency Contact Form that the parent forgot to sign. The director caught the mistake, as the areas were already highlighted for the parent to correct. The form has been corrected. Emergency Contact Forms will be better reviewed to ensure that the entire form is completed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #1 had an admission date of 7/31/17. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health assessments are provided to the parents in their enrollment packet and before each well-visit. The parent failed to return the form on time. Moving forward, we will utilize data tracking forms to assist in getting the paperwork back from the parents in a more timely manner. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #2 and #4 lacked a reviewed and updated financial agreement which should have been reviewed at least once in a 6-month period. The file of Child #2 had a financial agreement reviewed on 5/12/17 with a previous review on 10/1/16. The file of Child #4 had a financial agreement reviewed on 5/3/17 with a previous review of 10/5/16. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Every attempt is made to have parents return paperwork within the required time frame. We have begun to utilize new forms that our certification representative suggested to ensure compliance. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #9 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items 13, 14, and 15 are from the same Emergency Contact Form that the parent forgot to sign. The director caught the mistake, as the areas were already highlighted for the parent to correct. The form has been corrected. Emergency Contact Forms will be better reviewed to ensure that the entire form is completed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #4 lacked a FBI clearance updated every 60 months. The file contained a FBI clearance with a date of 2/2/12. The file contained proof that Staff #4 submitted an application for an updated clearance and was fingerprinted on 9/24/17. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director thought that the staff member had 90 days to have the FBI clearance returned. Once the certification representative instructed her that the 90-day provision was only for new hires, staff member #4 was sent home and not permitted to return to work until the clearance was received. New fingerprints were run on 11/1/17 in order to expedite the process. Staff member #4 received the updated clearance on 11/13/17, and it was verified by the certification representative that day. Moving forward, clearances of existing staff members that need to be updated within 60 months will be done so at the beginning of the year. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.34(b)(2) - Bachelor's, 30 credits + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #5 lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children. Correction Required: A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #5 functions as the co-director. The director thought that transcripts from her bachelor's and master's degrees fulfilled the requirement. Two years of experience has been documented and placed in the file where it will remain. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed Germ X Hand Sanitizer on the 2 drawer filing cabinet to the left of the entry in the Castle Room which was accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will keep Germ X Hand Sanitizer out of reach of children. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a gas stove with knobs on the front without protective safety covers in the staff kitchen in the basement which was accessible to children. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110 F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The kitchen is for staff only, and is located away from the classrooms, however, safety covers have been installed. |
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| 2017-10-30 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.102(a) - Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a cracked plastic bin labeled "Creature Builder" which created rough edges and pinch points in the Cottage Room. Observed frayed carpet in the dramatic play area in the Castle Room. Observed foam blocks with bite marks in the Castle Room. Observed 4 cubbies which were not anchored creating a tip hazard in the Castle Room. Observed torn cardboard blocks in the Castle Room. Observed a cracked bin containing farm animals which created rough edges and pinch points in the School House Room. Observed a dresser missing knobs in the dramatic play area in the Tree House Room. Observed a cabinet containing dress up items which was not anchored creating a tip hazard in the Tree House Room. Observed a toy microwave on top of the toy refrigerator which created a fall hazard in the Cottage Room. Observed a toy refrigerator missing knobs in the Cottage Room. Observed chewed foam blocks in the Victorian Room. Correction Required: 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. Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All bins have been replaced. The area rug has been removed. All blocks have been removed. The cubbies, microwave, and dress up cabinet have been anchored. Knobs have been replaced. Moving forward, staff members will conduct daily site safety checks in the classrooms and on the play yard. A form has been developed to document areas that need to be repaired. The custodian will check the forms daily and correct all identified hazards. Directors will continue to do quarterly site safety checks to reassess safety in all classrooms and on the play yard. |
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