Watonwan County Saint James Child Care 56081 St James Community Child Care

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St James Community Child Care

Saint James, MN · Watonwan County

500 3rd Ave S, Saint James, MN 56081

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Capacity

118 children

Age Range

Infants, Toddlers, Preschool

Type of Care

Day Program

Subsidized Program

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Contact Information

📞 (507) 375-4517

500 3rd Ave S

Saint James, MN 56081

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Active License

License Number

830968

License Holder

St. James Public School District 0840-01

Licensed Since

1999

License Issued

Jan 1, 2026

Active Through

Dec 31, 2026

Issued By

Minnesota Department of Human Services

District Office

Watonwan County Human Services

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About the Provider

St James Community Child Care is a Child Care Center in Saint James MN, with a maximum capacity of 118 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infants, Toddlers, Preschool. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date	Report Type	Report Status

2026-04-09	Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum

2026-01-26	Conditional License Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2025-10-22	Licensing Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 13 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item F - Program Plan/Interest Areas Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 1, paragraph (a), clause (4) and subdivision 3 - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: The indoor air temperature was below 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Program Plan/Interest Areas: The program did not meet the developmental needs of each child as required in the child care program plan. Program Practices: The license holder did not comply with all terms of the Order of Conditional License. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DCYF. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2025-07-23	Conditional License Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 7, item D - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.46, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 5 - Postings Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 1, paragraph (2) - Reporting Requirements Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Infant and Toddler Care: Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name. Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Postings: The conditional license was not posted in a prominent place. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Reporting Requirements: The program did not identify persons responsible for completing internal reviews. Staff Training: Staff persons were not informed of changes to an Individual Child Care Program Plan.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2025-04-09	Conditional License Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 18, item D - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item A - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Children's Records: The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: The water in a hand sink was too hot. Medication/First Aid: Written parental permission had not been obtained for administering medicine or topical products. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration procedures. Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2025-02-19	Conditional License Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 12 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 3 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 1, paragraph (a), clause (4) and subdivision 3 - Program Practices Violation Description: Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Infant and Toddler Care: Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. Infant and Toddler Care: Toys and equipment that were placed in a child's mouth were not cleaned at least daily. Infant and Toddler Care: Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Program Practices: The license holder did not comply with all terms of the Order of Conditional License.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2024-11-20	Licensing Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 18, item F - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 10 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2 - Food and Water Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 11 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 1, paragraph (a), clause (4) and subdivision 3 - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 245A.40, subdivision 1 - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Toilets, sinks, and/or hand drying devices were not at an appropriate height for children. Facility: Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Food and Water: The program did not have a menu available on site. Infant and Toddler Care: The diaper changing area was not separate from areas where food was stored, prepared, or served. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Program Practices: The license holder did not comply with all terms of the Order of Conditional License. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2024-08-28	Maltreatment Investigation	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2024-08-21	Conditional License Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0110, subpart 3, items D and E and subpart 4, item B - Documentation Logs Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0110, subpart 3, item I and subpart 4, item C - Documentation Logs Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 10 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 2 - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 1, paragraph (a), clause (4) and subdivision 3 - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 245A.40, subdivision 1 - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Documentation Logs: The program did not have documentation of fire and/or tornado drills. Documentation Logs: The program's documentation of accidents, injuries, incidents, and emergencies did not contain all required items. Facility: The program's bathrooms were not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Health Practices: The monthly health consultant's review of infant policies was not completed. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration procedures. Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Medication/First Aid: Sunscreen or insect repellent was not properly labeled. Program Practices: The license holder did not comply with all terms of the Order of Conditional License. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DHS. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2024-08-21	Licensing Investigation	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item B - Medication/First Aid Violation Description: Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow health care provider's written instructions when administering prescription medication.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2024-05-29	Conditional License Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0065, subpart 3 - Children with Special Needs Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.14, subdivision 17 - Food and Water Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 11 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 11 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 12 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 7 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 7, item D - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0170, subpart 3 - Postings Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 21 - Postings Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 8 - Postings Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.07, subdivision 5 - Postings Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2. - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 1, paragraph (a), clause (4) and subdivision 3 - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 1, clause (2) - Reporting Requirements Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training Violation Description: Children with Special Needs: The program did not have an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with special needs and/or staff did not follow the plan. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Food and Water: The program used water bottles to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Infant and Toddler Care: The diaper changing area was not separate from areas where food was stored, prepared, or served. Infant and Toddler Care: The diaper changing area was not properly equipped. Infant and Toddler Care: Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. Infant and Toddler Care: Specific sanitary procedures and practices for infant diets were not followed. Infant and Toddler Care: Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Postings: The license was not posted in a prominent place. Postings: Posted emergency and accident procedures did not contain all required items. Postings: The conditional license was not posted in a prominent place. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Program Practices: The license holder did not comply with all terms of the Order of Conditional License. Reporting Requirements: The program did not identify persons responsible for completing internal reviews. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2024-04-23	Licensing Investigation	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (c) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (d) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices Violation Description: Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Infant and Toddler Care: Infants were not moved to a crib after falling asleep. Infant and Toddler Care: The program placed an infant under one year of age down to sleep with weighted clothing, a hood, and/or a bib. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted

2024-03-29	Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum

2024-02-22	Conditional License

2024-02-07	Maltreatment Investigation	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0110, subpart 3, item G - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements Violation Description: Health Practices: The program's policy to prevent unauthorized and/or incapacitated individuals from picking up children from the program was not complete. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted

2024-01-18	Fine Order

2023-11-30	Licensing Review	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2 - Background Studies Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, subpart F - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 3 - Children's Records Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (e) - Emergency Preparedness Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060, subpart 1 - Equipment and Supplies Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0060 - Equipment List Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 19 - Facility Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 10 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 11 - Facility Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 4 - Fire and Safety Codes Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2 - Food and Water Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.14, subdivision 17 - Food and Water Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 3 - Food and Water Policies and Procedures Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 11 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 3 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (a) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (b) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (d) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item A - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item B - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item E - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0050, subpart 3 - Nap and Rest Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.07, subdivision 5 - Postings Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item E - Program Plan/Interest Areas Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 1 - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 3, item B, (1) - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 3, item B, (2) - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (c) - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 5, paragraph (a) - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 5a, paragraph (a) - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Background Studies: An individual required to have a background study was allowed to have contact with children before receiving a DHS notice allowing contact. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all required items. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain all emergency contact information. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Children's Records: The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not included with other program policies and/or given to parents. Equipment and Supplies: Equipment was not arranged according to the program plan and accessible to children every day. Equipment List: The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Facility: Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Fire and Safety Codes: The floor plan did not contain all required items. Food and Water: Menus did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Food and Water: The program used water bottles to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Food and Water Policies and Procedures: Sanitation procedures and practices for food not prepared by or provided by the license holder as specified in Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 3. These procedures and practices must be in compliance with the requirements for food and beverage establishments in Minnesota Rules, chapter 4626 and must include procedures for Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Infant and Toddler Care: The diaper changing area was not properly equipped. Infant and Toddler Care: Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Infant and Toddler Care: An infant under six months was allowed to sleep on their stomach without the required documentation from parents. Infant and Toddler Care: Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not comply with swaddling requirements. Medication/First Aid: Written parental permission had not been obtained for administering medicine or topical products. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow health care provider's written instructions when administering prescription medication. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration procedures. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration documentation procedures. Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Medication/First Aid: The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. Medication/First Aid: Sunscreen or insect repellent was not properly labeled. Nap and Rest: Children were confined to napping equipment longer than 30 minutes. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Program Plan/Interest Areas: The program plan was not evaluated in the previous calendar year. Program Practices: Staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Program Practices: The maximum group size was exceeded. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Program Practices: Infants were mixed with children of other age categories. Program Practices: There was more than a 36-month age range in a mixed age group. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: The program's policies and procedures were not readily accessible and/or organized. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: All individuals caring for infants did not receive sudden unexpected infant death training. Staff Training: All individuals caring for children under school age did not receive abusive head trauma training. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.
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2023-10-31	Fine Order

2023-08-16	Maltreatment Investigation	- See Violation(s)
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0055, subpart 4 - Behavior Guidance Minnesota Rules, parts 9503.0115; and 9503.0125 - Children's Records Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.1435, paragraph (c) - Infant and Toddler Care Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Behavior Guidance: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Behavior Guidance: The program violated the behavior guidance policy for separating children from the group. Children's Records: The program did not have a file for each child. Infant and Toddler Care: Infants were not moved to a crib after falling asleep. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect.
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) See Licensing Action Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved

2022-10-03	Licensing Review	In Compliance

2021-12-17	Licensing Review	In Compliance

2020-05-19	Correction Order

2019-04-04	Correction Order

2019-04-04	Correction Order

2017-07-12	Reconsideration Response Correction Order

2017-04-28	Correction Order

2017-02-24	Correction Order

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