Bright Eyes Child Care

13A.16.10.04A

“During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that staff members had stored a personal belonging in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to the children in care. The facility moved the item during the inspection and resolved the issue then.”

13A.16.07.03B(1)

“A complaint investigation was conducted on November 22, 2024, regarding new information received by the Office of Child Care about an incident that occurred in September 2024. The Office of Child Care had previously conducted a complaint inspection on October 17, 2024. Following the last complaint visit, the Office received additional details and written statements concerning a child at the center who refused to eat carrots. During this incident, a staff member made the child sit alone while others cleaned up. The situation escalated when the teacher crouched behind the child and held a carrot over them, forcing the child to take a bite of the carrot.”

13A.16.10.04A

“During the complaint investigation, Licensing Specialists observed the director's office accessible to children in care. Licensing Specialist discussed this regulation with the director during the last visit. The office contains tools such as screwdrivers, paper shredder, handbags with personal items, Clorox wipes, carpet cleaner, and hand sanitizer. Per the fire permit, all areas not licensed are off-limits to children in care.”

13A.16.07.06A

“During the complaint inspection, Licensing Specialists observed several children napping with their blankets placed over their faces. The specialists requested that the staff member in the preschool room uncover the children's faces. A teacher in the preschool classroom mentioned that she was off the clock, so the Licensing Specialist asked the aide present in the room to assist. The aide then removed the blanket. . The operator shall ensure the safety and child security of each child at all times.”

13A.16.05.11C

“Upon arrival, Licensing Specialists observed a staff member mopping the floor with bleach water while the children were resting on their cots.”

13A.16.05.11A

“During the inspection, the Licensing Specialists observed multiple roach traps strategically placed throughout the childcare area, kitchen, bathroom, and closet. Multiple roach sprays were also observed indicating attempts to manage the pest issue. Furthermore, several dead roaches were observed on the floor in these spaces. Photographs were taken and secured for the file.”

13A.16.05.01A(3)

“During the inspection, the Licensing Specialists observed multiple roach traps strategically placed throughout the childcare area, kitchen, bathroom, and closet. Multiple roach sprays were also observed indicating attempts to manage the pest issue. Furthermore, several dead roaches were observed on the floor in these spaces. Photographs were taken and secured for the file.”