La Petite Academy

AAC R9-5-517.A.10. A. A licensee who transports an enrolled child in a motor vehicle that the licensee owns, or acquires for use by contract, shall: 10. Ensure that the motor vehicle is: a. Maintained in a clean condition, b. In a mechanically safe condition, and c. Free from hazards; and

“Findings: Based on the CO’s observation in the bus (CK 34879), there are 11 seat belts that lack the plastic cover on the seat belt anchors located on the child seats. The exposed anchors are sharp and accessible to enrolled children.”

AAC R9-5-503.A.1. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains: 1. A nonabsorbent, sanitizable diaper changing surface that is: a. Seamless and smooth, and b. Kept clear of items not required for diaper changing;

“Findings: Based on the CO’s observation, in the Infant room, there was peeling laminate located on the rear and side ledges of the diaper surface. In the 1's classroom, there was torn sealant located in the middle of the diaper surface.”

AAC R9-5-503.A.3.4. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains: 3. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled diapers; and 4. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled clothing.

“Findings: Based on the CO’s observation, in the 2s classroom the soiled diaper container lacked a tight fitting lid.”

AAC R9-5-501.A.12. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 12. The facility premises, including the buildings, are maintained free from hazards;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer’s (CO’s) observation and staff statements, in the PreK (4s/5s) classroom, there was a six foot table lying on its side in the corner of the classroom accessible to enrolled children. The table had a sign that said Do Not Touch. Staff stated the table leg requires a repair.”

AAC R9-5-512.B. B. A licensee shall maintain facility premises and furnishings: 1. In a clean condition, and 2. Free from odor.

“Findings: Based on the CO’s observation, the following areas were not maintained in a clean condition: Infant Room: *There were dried streak marks and raised debris located on the door of the diaper changing vanity and the adjacent wall. PreK (4s/5s) *There were dark smudges and dried paint smears located on the light switch covers and classroom sink vanity. Early Preschool (3s) *There were dark smudges and dried debris located on the trash can lid. *There were purple smear marks (about 2’ x 2’) located on the rear wall under the windows. 2s Classroom: *There were dark smudges located on the light switch and the wall under the switch. *There were dried dark smudges (that could be paint) located in the handwashing sink basin.”

AAC R9-5-503.F.1. F. A licensee shall ensure that in an activity area with a diaper changing area: 1. The containers required in subsections (A)(3) and (4) are inaccessible, and

“Findings: Based on the CO's observations, in the Infant's and the 2's room, there were soiled diapers placed in a trash can that was accessible to enrolled children.”

AAC R9-5-517.A.9. A. A licensee who transports an enrolled child in a motor vehicle that the licensee owns, or acquires for use by contract, shall:9. Ensure that the motor vehicle has: a. A working mechanical heating system capable of maintaining a temperature throughout the motor vehicle of at least 60° F when outside air temperatures are below 60° F; b. Except as provided in subsection (E), a working air-conditioning system capable of maintaining a temperature throughout the motor vehicle at or below 86° F when outside air temperatures are above 86° F; c. Except as provided in subsection (F), a first aid kit that meets the requirements of R9-5-514(A); d. Two large, clean towels or blankets; and e. Sufficient drinking water available to meet the needs of each enrolled child in the motor vehicle and sufficient cups or other drinking receptacles so that each enrolled child can drink from a different cup or receptacle;

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, the bus (117-J65) lacked 1 of 2 clean towels or blankets, and sufficient drinking water.”

AAC R9-5-512.D. D. A licensee shall ensure that toilet bowls, lavatory fixtures, and floors in toilet rooms and kitchens are cleaned and sanitized as often as necessary to maintain them in a clean and sanitized condition or at least once every 24 hours.

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, in the 3's toilet room, there was feces and dried urine located on the toilet seat.”

AAC R9-5-503.A.3. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains:3. At least one waterproof, sanitizable container with a waterproof liner and a tight fitting lid for soiled diapers; and

“Findings: Based on the CO's observations, in the Infant's and the 2's room, the soiled diaper container lacked a waterproof liner.”

AAC R9-5-503.A.2. A. A licensee shall ensure that each diaper changing area required in R9-5-601(4) contains:2. A hand-washing sink next to the diaper changing surface for staff use when changing diapers and for washing an enrolled child during or after diapering that provides: a. Running water between 86° F and 110° F, b. Soap from a dispenser, and c. Single-use paper hand towels from a dispenser;

“Findings: Based on the CO’s observation, in the Infant room, the temperature of the diaper changing sink was 80° F. rather than 86° F to 110° F. as required. In the 1's room, the temperature of the diaper changing sink was 78° F. rather than 86° F to 110° F. as required.”

AAC R9-5-501.A.19. A. A licensee shall ensure that:19. Except as provided in subsection (A)(20), the following are stored separate from food storage areas and are inaccessible to an enrolled child: a. All materials and chemicals labeled as a toxic or flammable substance; b. All substances that have a child warning label and may be a hazard to a child; and c. Lawn mowers, ladders, toilet brushes, plungers, and other facility equipment that may be a hazard to a child;

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, in the 2's toilet room, there was a plunger located on the floor accessible to enrolled children.”

AAC R9-5-309.C. C. A licensee shall maintain on facility premises: 1. A current fire inspection report including documentation of any repairs or corrections required by the fire inspection report; and 2. If there are gas pipes that run from a gas meter to an appliance or location on the facility premises, a current gas inspection report including documentation of any repairs or corrections required by the gas inspection report.

“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer's (CO's) observation, the facility lacked a current fire inspection. (Expired 2/28/2025)”

AAC R9-5-512.B. B. A licensee shall maintain facility premises and furnishings:1. In a clean condition, and 2. Free from odor.

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, in the 2's toilet room, there was a two-tiered shelf with open packages of diapers and diaper wipes being stored in the bathroom.”

AAC R9-5-502.A.5.c. A. A licensee providing child care services for infants shall:5. Develop, document, and implement tummy time policies and procedures that: c. Require continuous interaction between a non-crawling infant and the staff member who is supervising the non-crawling infant during tummy time;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer’s observation, in the Infant Room there was an Infant on the floor who was flat on their stomach. Two Staff were standing approximately five feet away at the food preparation area and were unable to provide continuous interaction. Staff stated that the infant could not crawl.”

AAC R9-5-304.B. B. Except as required in A.R.S. § 36-3009, before an enrolled child receives child care services, a licensee shall require the enrolled child’s parent to complete a Department-provided Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record card that is signed by the enrolled child’s parent containing: 1. The child’s name, home address, city, state, zip code, home telephone number, sex, and date of birth; 2. The date of the child’s enrollment; 3. The name, home address, city, state, zip code, and contact telephone number of each parent of the child; 4. The name and contact telephone number of at least two individuals authorized by the child’s parent to collect the child from the facility in case of emergency, or if the child’s parent cannot be contacted; 5. The name and contact telephone number of the child’s health care provider; 6. The written authorization for emergency medical care of the enrolled child when the parent cannot be contacted at the time of the emergency; 7. The name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child; 8. The written instructions of a child’s parent or health care provider for nutritional and dietary needs of the child including, if applicable, the request in R9-5-509(C)(9); and 9. A written record completed by the child’s parent or health care provider noting the child’s susceptibility to illness, physical conditions of which a staff member should be aware, and any individual requirements for health maintenance.

“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the Compliance Officer’s observation 5 of 20 Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record Cards lacked the following information: *Child #1: The name and contact telephone number of the child’s health care provider and the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness. *Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4: The name and contact telephone number of the child’s health care provider. *Child #5: The name, address, and telephone number of the second parent.”

AAC R9-5-510.A.2. A. A licensee shall ensure that a staff member: 2. Teaches, models, and encourages orderly conduct, personal control, and age-appropriate behavior;

“Findings: Per allegation, based on video review and the Compliance Officers’ observations, a Staff member failed to teach, model and encourage orderly conduct, personal conduct, and age appropriate behavior when redirecting a child. Compliance Officers’ observed the following via video review: *Staff #1 used their hand to grab a child’s bicep to turn them around and lead them to a table to sit down in a chair. While walking, Staff #1’s hand slid down the child’s arm until it reached the wrist. Staff #1 then raised the child's arm, walked them to the chair, sat them down, and pushed the child and chair to the table. The child then placed their head on the table.”

AAC R9-5-517.A.10. A. A licensee who transports an enrolled child in a motor vehicle that the licensee owns, or acquires for use by contract, shall:10. Ensure that the motor vehicle is: a. Maintained in a clean condition, b. In a mechanically safe condition, and c. Free from hazards; and

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, in Vehicle (CF24203), there was torn vinyl with exposed mesh located on the first bench seat.”

AAC R9-5-503.F.1. F. A licensee shall ensure that in an activity area with a diaper changing area: 1. The containers required in subsections (A)(3) and (4) are inaccessible, and

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, in the 2's/3's and 2's classrooms, the soiled diaper container was accessible to enrolled children.”

AAC R9-5-501.A.2. A. A licensee shall ensure that: 2. Except for an enrolled school-age child, drinking water is provided sufficient for the needs of and accessible to each enrolled child in both indoor and outdoor activity areas;

“Findings: Based on the Compliance Officer's (CO's) observation, on the 3's playground, drinking water was not accessible for the 30 children present.”

AAC R9-5-501.A.19. A. A licensee shall ensure that:19. Except as provided in subsection (A)(20), the following are stored separate from food storage areas and are inaccessible to an enrolled child: a. All materials and chemicals labeled as a toxic or flammable substance; b. All substances that have a child warning label and may be a hazard to a child; and c. Lawn mowers, ladders, toilet brushes, plungers, and other facility equipment that may be a hazard to a child;

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, in the 2's toilet room, there was a plunger on the floor that was accessible to children.”

AAC R9-5-517.B.3. B. A licensee shall ensure that an individual who drives a motor vehicle used to transport an enrolled child:3. Carries a list stating the name of each enrolled child being transported and a copy of each enrolled child’s Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record card including the attached immunization record or exemption affidavit, in the motor vehicle;

“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the CO's observation, 5 of 10 emergency, information, and immunization record cards located in the bus binder lacked an attached immunization record.”

AAC R9-5-512.F. F. A licensee shall ensure that:1. Each toilet room in a facility contains, within easy reach of enrolled children: a. Mounted toilet tissue; and b. Except as provided in subsection (G): i. A sink with running water; ii. Soap contained in a dispenser; and iii. Disposable, single-use paper towels in a mounted dispenser, or a mechanical air hand dryer; 2. Staff members wash their hands with soap and running water after toileting; 3. An enrolled child’s hands are washed with soap and running water after toileting; 4. Except for a cup or receptacle used only for water, food waste is stored in a covered container and the container is clean and lined with a plastic bag; 5. Food waste and other refuse is removed from the facility building at least once every 24 hours or more often as necessary to maintain a clean condition and avoid odors; 6. A staff member or an enrolled child does not draw water for human consumption from a toilet room handwashing sink; 7. Toys, materials, and equipment are maintained in a clean condition; 8. Plumbing fixtures are maintained in a clean and working condition; and 9. Chipped or cracked sinks and toilets are replaced or repaired.

“Findings: Based on the CO's observation, the 3s/4's toilet room, there were 2 large screws protruding upward at the base of the toilet.”

AAC R9-5-517.A.3. A. A licensee who transports an enrolled child in a motor vehicle that the licensee owns, or acquires for use by contract, shall:3. Ensure that the motor vehicle is registered by the Arizona Department of Transportation as required by A.R.S. Title 28, Chapter 7;

“Findings: Based on facility documentation and the CO's observation, the motor vehicle (CF24203) lacked a current registration (expired 9/2023).”