Pelto Melissa E
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We have repeatedly observed children outside in the yard unsupervised for extended periods of time. These children have been seen crying and fighting with each other, and nothing has been done to resolve their differences. Very sad, I’d stay away from this daycare.
In a tough spot because of Covid when we found her and she had openings. Didn’t do any online research until major red flags occurred. Found this review and as I read it i couldn’t believe every sentence was exactly how our experience had been. I knew after that this person was real and wasn’t trying to damage a reputation. I have never posted reviews but want to verify this is actually a spot on review. Please beware your kids are not a priority here.
Taken multiple kids here out of necessity. Started doing a little research because there are many red flags with Melissa… I found this website and assumed it was a random website but then read the only above review. It is literally about the exact experience I have had. Either this is really random or I’m not the first person to have problems. Wish I would have seen this before taking kids there. Hope this helps someone else.
Melissa did before and after school daycare for my child for the last several years. We basically used her service for convenience & that was IT! She is constantly closing early, not open because of one of her own children or sick or she is "vacationing." She would send a group text out to all parents on inclimate weather days, reminding them that we should leave work early if need be because she closes at 4:30 sharp. Her hours are ridiculous for an at home daycare provider (7:00-4:30). Melissa has a large turnover & her clientele is constantly changing. She is has an outdoor playground which she utilizes from April-November (at least that long) & watches the children from the window. She justifies this as it's a gated in area. Melissa has even been investigated by social services on more than one occasion for lack of supervision. My daughter was supposed to ride the bus to Melissa's after school one day, however, my daughter decided to go to a friends house instead. I never received a call/text or ANY communication with Melissa that my daughter never got off the bus in the afternoon!!! That's how irresponsible Mrs Pelto is. Needless to say, we no longer use her services. Do NOT bring your child there. She is irresponsible, uncaring and an unfit daycare provider.
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Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-02-11 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.70, subdivision 8 - Caregiver Qualifications and Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.70, subdivision 10, paragraph (d), clause (1) - Caregiver Qualifications and Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.70, subdivision 3, paragraph (c) - Caregiver Qualifications and Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.62, paragraph (c) - Insurance Violation Description: Caregiver Qualifications and Training: License holder and each substitute and/or adult caregiver did not complete required ongoing training each year Caregiver Qualifications and Training: License holder and/or second adult caregiver did not complete active supervision training each year. Caregiver Qualifications and Training: Provider and/or second adult caregiver did not complete annual child development and learning and behavior guidance training. Insurance: Status of liability insurance was not provided to parents or guardians annually. |
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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 |
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| 2025-03-27 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.152, (e) - Insurance
Minnesota Rules, part 9502.0435, subpart 15.A - Sanitation and Health Violation Description: Insurance: Certificate of liability insurance was not available when requested. Sanitation and Health: Water was too hot in areas accessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-06-20 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 8 - Correction Orders and Conditional Licenses
Minnesota Rules, part 9502.0435, subpart 12, item C - Sanitation and Health Violation Description: Correction Orders and Conditional Licenses: Conditional license was not posted in an easily visible location for two years. Sanitation and Health: Provider did not follow notification and safety standards for pets. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-01-17 | Summary of Settlement Agreement | |
| 2023-10-31 | License Revocation | |
| 2023-08-03 | Fine Order | |
| 2023-06-01 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.51, subdivision 3 (b) - Additional Health and Safety
Minnesota Rules, part 9502.0405, subpart 3 - Admissions, Provider Records, Reporting
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1.b - Background Study
Minnesota Rules, part 9502.0405, subpart 4.C - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.52, subdivision 3 - Physical Environment
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.145, subdivision 1.b - Reporting Notification Violation Description: Additional Health and Safety: On an annual basis, the license holder did not train caregivers on the emergency preparedness plan. Admissions, Provider Records, Reporting: Provider did not have written policies available. Background Study: License holder did not submit all required background studies within five years from the most recent study. Children's Records: Provider did not have an immunization record for each child in care. Physical Environment: Items that can be ignited and support combustion were within 18 inches of the furnace or other heat source. Reporting Notification: Maltreatment reporting policy was not available to parents or guardians. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2022-08-18 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9502.0405, subpart 3, items C, D, F, H, M and N - Admissions, Provider Records, Reporting
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.06, subdivision 3 - Licensing Process Violation Description: Admissions, Provider Records, Reporting: Provider policies lacked required information. Licensing Process: Provider has not corrected violations. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Not Submitted Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2022-06-22 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2021-06-28 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-06-27 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
| 2018-09-26 | Licensing Review | In Compliance |
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