Circleville Day Care Center

3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

“At approximately 2:22pm in the Two's Classroom, a child was observed to be resting on equipment that had been placed between a shelving unit and a table. Two feet of space was only present on one side of the rest equipment.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026

3270.78 Lighting

“SECOND CITATION At approximately 2:22pm, Staff Person #1 was observed to be supervising 4 children, identified as 1 preschool age and 3 older toddler age children in the Two's Classroom. There was a source of natural light present from the door, but it was not sufficient to properly see and assess the children on the far side of the room from the Staff Person's position at the table. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6.15.26.”

3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

“SECOND CITATION. At approximately 2:22pm Staff Person #1 was observed to be supervising 4 children identified as 1 preschool age and 3 older toddlers in the Two's Classroom. A child was observed to be placed between a shelving unit and a table. Staff Person #1 was unable to see the child from their position at a table in the classroom. There was also a lack of appropriate lighting to allow Staff Person #1 to properly see and assess the children on the far side of the classroom from their position at the table. This did not allow for appropriate supervision. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6.15.26.”

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“One pair of adult scissors was observed on a lower shelf accessible to children in an uplocked closet in the Afterschool Classroom. Three pairs of adult scissors, a sharp pair of vinyl cutting scissors, and a vinyl weeder with a sharp point were observed in a cup on a shelfing unit accessible to children in the Preschool Classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually

“The facility lacked verification that the emergency plan had been updated within the last 12 months. The most recent documented review occurred on 8.25.24.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026

3270.27(e) Letter to parents

“The parent letter lacked information as the to the method that the facility will use to contact the parents to inform them that an emergency has arisen, and then ended, and how they may be reunited with their children. The parent letter also lacked information related to accommodations for infants, toddler, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“The files for Staff Person #4 and #6 lacked a current FBI Clearance. The most recent FBI Clearance on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 9.6.20 and the most recent FBI Clearance on file for Staff Person #6 was dated 9.12.20. The updates to the FBI Clearances on file for Staff Persons #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances dated 9.7.20 and 6.10.26. The updates to the NSOR certificates on file for Staff Person's #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #9 exceeded 60 months between updates. This is evidenced by NSOR Certificates being dated 8.11.20 and 8.22.25 for Staff Persons #3, #4, #5 and #6, 8.11.20 and 6.3.26 for Staff Person #1, 8.27.20 and 6.8.26 for Staff Person #9 and 8.11.20 and 8.25.25 for Staff Person #11. The files for Staff Persons #2, #7 and #8 lacked completed NSOR Certificates prior to starting in a child care taking position. The NSOR Certificate on file for Staff Person #2 was dated 6 days after starting. The NSOR Certificate on file for Staff Person #7 was dated 7 days after starting. The NSOR Certificate on file for Staff Person #8 was dated 4 days after starting. The updates to the mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff Persons #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, #9 and #11 exceeded 60 months. The mandated reporter trainings on file were dated 9.6.20 and 9.13.25 for Staff #1, 9.7.20 and 9.16.25 for Staff Person #3, 9.8.20 and 5.30.26 for Staff Person #4, 9.5.20 and 9.26.25 for Staff Person #5, 9.6.20 and 9.21.25 for Staff Person #6, 9.7.20 and 5.30.26 for Staff Person #9, 9.7.20 and 9.25.25 for Staff Person #10 and 9.8.20 and 9.21.25 for Staff Person #11.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A bucket containing rock salt was observed outside the entrance to the facility. The lid to the bucket was observed to be cracked with missing sections which allowed access to the rock salt. In the Afterschool Classroom a spray bottle containing an H2O cleaner and [name] were observed on a shelf in an unlocked closet. In the Preschool Classroom a bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on a shelving unit at the entrance to the room. The hand sanitizer was accessible to children receiving care in the space. In the Twos Classroom, a bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on a shelving unit, on the counter top by the microwave and on a small table in outside the hallway restroom next to the exit door. A Cera Ve healing ointment was also observed on the countertop next to the microwave in the Twos. All items were labeled keep out of reach of children and could be accessible to preschool children while in the Preschool Classroom and as they pass through the Two's and use the hallway restroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“The first aid kit in the Afterschool Classroom was observed in an unlocked closet allowing it to be accessible to school age children receiving care in the space. While outside in the preschool/school age play space the same first aid bag was observed to be hanging from a fence picket allowing accessibility to school age children receiving care in the space.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

“Four unlabeled bottles were observed in the Infant Classroom refrigerator.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

“The current health report on file for Staff Person #2 lacked information regarding an examination for communicable diseases.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

“The file for Child #3 lacked a current immunization record indicating that the child had received the age recommended Hep B, Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal and Polio vaccinations. The immunization records only included the child's birth and 8-week vaccinations.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months

“The updates to the health reports on file for Child #2, who recently became an older toddler, exceeded 6 months between examinations dated 11.9.25 and 6.11.26. The child was due for a health report in May 2026.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“The gate and fencing surrounding the outdoor toddler play space was observed to have splintering wood on the tops, bottoms and face sides of the pickets. Three of the pickets were observed to be loose and caused a potential pinch point. Exposed nails and screws were also observed on the pickets. The gate to the outdoor preschool/school age play space was observed to also have splintering wood. The wooden climbing structure with the slide was observed to have splintering wood on the slats along the side of the platform leading to the slide and on the area above the sliding board. Exposed nails and screws were also observed on the slats. A wooden bench in the preschool/school age play space was also observed to have splintering wood. A small sign on the fence to outside the preschool/school age play space was observed to have a broken corner which created a sharp edge.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“Peeling paint was observed on the wall next to the changing area in the Ones Classroom. Peeling paint was observed on the connector between the spring and the seesaw in the preschool/school age play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

“At approximately 9:18am Child #1, a preschooler, was observed to be receiving an evaluation in the Two's Classroom by an outside agency. Staff Person #3, who was providing care in the Preschool Classroom next to the Two's Classroom reported being responsible for Child #1 but was not physically present in the same child care space as Child #1. The parent did not provide permission for the child to be released or to be unsupervised by facility staff.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.78 Lighting

“At approximately 1:28pm Staff Person #1 and #2 were observed on the eating side in the One's Classroom. One preschooler, 3 older toddlers and 1 young toddler were observed to be sleeping on the opposite end of the classroom. There was insufficient natural or artificial lighting to allow for Staff Person #1, who identified being responsible for the children, to supervise appropriately as they could not see them.”

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“Dried urine was observed around the base of the toilet and the bolt area of the toilet in the Afterschool Classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

“At approximately 9:18am Child #1, a preschooler, was observed to be receiving an evaluation in the Two's Classroom by an outside agency. A staff person was not present in the Two's Classroom to provide Supervision to the child. The parent did not provide permission for the child to be released or to be unsupervised by facility staff. At approximately 1:28pm Staff Person #1 and #2 were observed on the eating side in the One's Classroom. One preschooler, 3 older toddlers and 1 young toddler were observed to be sleeping on the opposite end of the classroom. There was insufficient natural or artificial lighting to allow for Staff Person #1, who identified being responsible for the children, to supervise appropriately as they could not see them.”

3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

“Two areas were measured around the wooden sliding board structure in the preschool/school age play space. These areas indicated a measurement of 1.5 inches of rubber mulch. The area around the swings and the green climb through tube were measured at 2 inches. The requirement is 6 inches of rubber mulch.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“One cracked lid with a potential pinch point was observed in the Afterschool Classroom. The coating on a soccer ball in the outdoor preschool/school age play space was observed to be peeling.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

3270.133(6) Written consent

“Written parental consent was missing for an Albuterol Inhaler intended for a child receiving care in the Afterschool 1 classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“A bin was observed to have a cracked area that resulted in a potential pinch point and sharp edges in the Afterschool 1 classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

“Two unlabeled bottles were observed in the refrigerator in the Infant Classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

“The health reports on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 9.18.22 and 6.9.25.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“The first aid kit in the Afterschool 2 classroom was observed on the floor in the unlocked closet. School age children were observed to be receiving care in the space and could have access to the first aid kit due to the lack of a lock on the closet and placement of the first aid kit.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.66(b) Original container

“An unlabeled spray bottle, that was reported to contain a cleaning solution, was observed in the Ones classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Cleaning materials and sunscreens, labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, were observed in bins on a shelf above the countertop and a container of disinfecting wipes were observed in an unlocked cabinet, also above the countertop, in the Afterschool 2 classroom. School age children were observed to be receiving care in the classroom, and it was determined that due to their heights the items were accessible to some of the children. Two bins containing sunscreens labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children were observed on a low shelf in the unlocked closet in the Afterschool 1 classroom. The sunscreens could be accessible to preschool children receiving care in the space.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

“Lunchboxes containing meat and cheese sandwiches, cheese cubes, a hot pocket, and yogurts were observed in the children's cubbies in the Afterschool 2 classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

“The file for Child #1, an infant, lacked verification that they had received their 2-month Hepatitis B, Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal and Polio vaccinations.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025

3270.133(2) Written instructions

“Written physician instructions were missing for an EpiPen intended for a child in Classroom 3, the Toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

3270.133(4) Locked

“A medication, intended for a child in care, was observed in the first aid bag on the floor of the unlocked closet in Classroom 1, the Preschool / School Age room. The medication could be accessible to children receiving care in Classroom 1.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.107 Refrigerator

“The refrigerator in Classroom 1, the Preschool / School Age room, lacked an operable thermometer.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

“Staff Person #1, who was qualified as an Aide at the time of their file review, was observed to be caring for a group of children alone in Classroom 5, the Young Toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“The first aid kit in Classroom 1, the Preschool / School Age room, was observed in a bookbag on the floor of an unlocked closet in the classroom. The door being unlocked and placement of the bag could allow access to the first aid kit by children receiving care in the space.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“The changing table in Classroom 5, the young toddler room, lacked a hands-free covered can to allow for appropriate disposal of soiled diapers.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

“The emergency plan lacked information related to accommodations for infants and toddlers.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Wooden fence pickets were observed to be in disrepair causing splintering wood in the outdoor Toddler area play space. One wooden fence picket in the Preschool / School Age area play space was observed to be disconnected allowing access to two screws.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024

3270.111(b) Posted in group space

“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Classroom 1, the Preschool / School Age room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“One cracked lid with a potential pinch point was observed on a bin in Classroom 1, the Preschool / School Age room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“The file for Staff Person #1, who was reported to be and observed alone in the role of an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked 941.2 of the 2500 hours required to qualify them for the position.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024

3270.69(b) 110º F or less

“The water temperature from the sink in the afterschool 1 room measured a temperature of 116 degrees F.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2023

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“The two most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for staff person #7 are dated 8/29/18 and 8/30/23 which are more than 60 months apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2023

3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

“Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8, obtained the updated health and safety training after the required date of 12/30/2022.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

“The fire detection system testing log contained dates of 10-25-22 to 11-25-22. 12-23-22 to 1-23-23, 1-23-22 to 2-23-23, 3-23-23 to 4-23-23 and 5-23-23 to 6-23-23, which are more than 30 days apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Observed two cracked and broken wooden fence picket on the bottom of the fence in the toddler outdoor play space. Observed four cracked and broken wooden fence pickets along the long run of the fence on the right side of the older children's outdoor gross motor space, causing splintered wood to be accessible to the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“The garbage can by the diapering table in the ones room, in which diapers are disposed, was broken causing it to not be hands free.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023

3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

“The emergency contact form for child #1 does not include a work phone number for the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2023

3270.107 Refrigerator

“The refrigerator in the hallway that contained milk for the facility was lacking a thermometer.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2023

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“The fire drill log contained dates of drills from 12-2-22 to 2-2-23 and 6-2-23 to 8-2-23 which are both over 60 days between fire drills.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Observed the top rail and post on the outdoor wooden climbing structure is loose, creating a hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

“The facility's emergency plan was not updated as required by 7/1/22 to include volunteer emergency preparedness, training, drills, and continuity of operations.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

“The two most recent health assessments on file for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 are dated in an interval which exceeds 24 months.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

“During the following intervals, fire detection system testing exceeded 30 days: 9/26/21-10/29/21, 5/22/22-6/26/22, 6/26/22-7/29/22.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

“The file for staff person #4 lacks proof of application for an NSOR before beginning in a child care taking position.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Observed accessible paint cans labeled 'keep out of the reach of children' in the unlocked closet to the right of the front entrance of the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022

3270.75(c) Has all items

“Observed the first aid kit in the one-year-old room lacks gloves.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Observed one cracked and broken fence picket on the fence between the two outdoor play spaces and another along the long run of fence on the right side of the older children's outdoor gross motor space. Observed a cracked picket in the back corner of the older children's outdoor gross motor space.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2022