Appleseed Academy

Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

Corrected during the visit

The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.

Corrected during the visit

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2026

A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.

The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2026

Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). R.

The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2026

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.

Corrected during the visit

Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.

The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2026

Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.

Corrected during the visit

Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.

Corrected during the visit

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.

Corrected during the visit

Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.

Corrected during the visit

An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).

Corrected during the visit

Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.

Corrected during the visit

Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.

Corrected during the visit

The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily.

Corrected during the visit

Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.

Corrected during the visit

Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.

Corrected during the visit

All beds, cots, or mats with individual linen were not provided for each child.

Corrected during the visit

Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.

The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024

Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.

Corrected during the visit

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.

Corrected during the visit

Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.

Corrected during the visit