Little Learners Child Care Center

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“OdoBan disinfecting spray, which was labeled, "keep out of reach of children", was observed in an unlocked white cabinet near the television in the Preschool/School Age Room. This spray was accessible to the children who were being supervised in that room.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026

3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair

“Overgrown weeds and branches were observed to be coming through the fence into the toddler section of the Outdoor Play Area. Also, one exposed screw was observed to be jutting out of the wall near the gate in the Infant Room. Additionally, the Outdoor Play Area had a wooden play garage with one exposed screw on its roof. This posed a potential scratch hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026

3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

“A cheeseburger was observed in a Fortnite bookbag that was hanging from a wall hook outside of the Preschool/School Age Room. The cheeseburger was required to be refrigerated.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026

3270.192(4) CPSL information

“Staff #4 (see code sheet for first day with children) had two disclosure statements on file, dated 5/13/24 and 2/9/26, neither of which were within the 6 months prior to this staff's first day working with children. Staff #7 acknowledged that Staff #4 had direct contact and routine interaction with children during the time period where they did not have the required disclosure on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026

3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

“A review of staff files was conducted during the renewal inspection. On the health assessment for Staff #2, the doctor indicated a "YES" answer for question #2, indicating that the staff person had communicable diseases, and no additional information was provided, as required.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2026

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“A brown shelf in the Preschool/School Age Room had chipped wood that posed a potential scratching hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2026

3270.76/3270.102(a) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair

“The blue wall next to the exit door in the Preschool/School Age Room had chipping wood. Also, in the same room, there were rusted, jagged pieces of metal near each bottom corner of the exit door. An orange wooden play garage in the Large Outdoor Play Area had siding with multiple exposed, rusted staple ends. Also, near the top of this same play garage, there were two protruding staples. These posed a potential scratch hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2026

3270.176(f) Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans

“Upon inspection on 10/16/25, 12 seats were observed in the 2002 Ford E-150 van, that was observed to transport children on this day. Although the van was originally manufactured as an 8-passenger vehicle, according to a letter from Ford, the operator admitted to installing an additional third row with 4 seats, increasing the total seating capacity to 12.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2026

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

“The fire detection system was not tested at least once every thirty days as evidenced by the following fire detection system logs that were on file: 7/19/24 to 8/19/24, 8/19/24 to 9/19/24, and 1/3/25 to 2/11/25.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025

3270.176(f) Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans

“Upon inspection on 3/3/2025, 12 seats were observed in the 2002 Ford E-150 van which is used for transporting children. The vehicle was originally manufactured as an 8-passenger van. However, the operator admitted that, after purchasing the vehicle, they added a third row. This row contained 4 seats, making the vehicle a 12-passenger van, which is not allowed to be used for transporting children in childcare.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025

3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

“A pink container, containing cut strawberries and cheese, was observed on a shelf, near the sink, in the Young Toddler Room. On that same shelf, was a white container which had chicken nuggets. Also, Clover Farms Milk, which was labeled, "keep refrigerated," was observed on a wooden shelf in the Preschool Room. These potentially hazardous food items were not refrigerated.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025

3270.102(a)/3270.104(a) Clean and good repair/Clean, good repair, proper size

“A blue pack n play in the Infant Room was observed to have two holes in its mesh. Another blue pack n play in the same room was observed to have 5 holes in its mesh. Also, a blue pack n play in the Young Toddler Room was observed to have three holes in its mesh. Additionally, a toilet in the Older Toddler Room Restroom was observed to have one rusted, exposed bolt near its base. The Younger Child Play Area was observed to have a ripped blue tarp. Trash (i.e. empty plastic containers, decaying fruit, empty snack wrappers, food crumbs) was observed on the floor of the 2002 Ford van. Also, the bench seat at the back of the van had torn fabric and exposed foam. Additionally, a plastic blue and white rocking chair in the Preschool Room and a plastic blue chair in the Older Child Play Area were observed to have a crack in the seat.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Two brown stained ceiling tiles were observed at the entranceway of the facility. The kitchen was observed to have one brown stained ceiling tile, and a ceiling light cover with brown residue on it. Also, the Preschool Room had a hole in the wall by the blackboard.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025

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

“The file for Volunteer #1 (see code sheet for first day with children) only had a Department of Education FBI clearance on file which is not suitable for child care, and not the required DHS FBI clearance.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. The diaper changing table in the older toddler classroom had a roll of plastic bags on top of the table and underneath the table. The plastic bags were accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.175(c) Manufacturer's instructions used

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. In the transportation van, the operator did not have the car seat manufacturer's instructions. The operator admitted she did not keep the manufacturer's instructions and threw them away.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.75(c) Has all items

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. The infant/toddler first aid kit in the emergency bag did not contain soap. The older toddler first aid kit in the emergency bag did not contain scissors.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. On the preschool playground, the mulch under the swings, slide, and climber on the embedded swing set measured 2 inches deep. The required depth of mulch is 9 inches.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2024

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. The preschool/school age classroom have water damaged ceiling tiles.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. Located in the back of the preschool/school age classroom is a wooden playhouse that has an exposed screw sticking out that is accessible to the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

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

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. The emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024

3270.63/3270.76 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/Building Surfaces

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/14/24. In the preschool playground, to the left of the gate, there is a hole in the fence near the ground, that children could easily crawl out of. To the right of the gate, the fence is not attached to the metal poles and was able to be easily pushed out allowing a child to crawl underneath.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2024

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, Odo-ban was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the furthest bathroom from the front entrance. The Odo-ban was labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to the children in care. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 3/15/23 with a correction date of 3/15/23. During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, Red Bull, labeled "not recommended for children" was observed on the desk in the big preschool room. Glade Pumpkin Spice Things Up Room refresher was observed on the desk in the big preschool room. Glade Fall Night Long room refresher and Barbasol Shaving Foam were observed on low shelves in the unlocked tall storage cabinet in the big preschool room. Lysol disinfectant spray, Lemon Fresh Disinfectant Cleaner, and Clorox cleaner were observed in an unlocked cupboard under the sink in the kitchen area. The gate to the kitchen area was open on three separate occasions during the inspection. Odo-ban was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the furthest bathroom from the front entrance. All items listed above were labeled "keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to the children in care during the inspection.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.67(a) Trash removed once a day

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, two trash cans in the big preschool room were observed to have food in them at 9:00am. Neither were plastic lined. One trash can had peas and other food from a previous day's lunch. The other trash can had an overwhelming odor similar to that of a soiled diaper, but was observed to have food in it.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, two trash cans in the big preschool room were observed to have leftover food in them at 9:00am. Neither were plastic lined. One trash can had peas and other food from a previous day. The other trash can had an overwhelming odor similar to that of a soiled diaper, but was observed to have leftover food in it. The trash can in the kitchen was not lidded and a discarded tampon was observed in it.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, a first aid kit was observed on a cabinet in the hallway approximately 30 inches high and was accessible to the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, Staff Person #1 was observed changing a child's diaper while another child used the bathroom next to the changing table. The child came out of the bathroom and was seen touching the toy box and changing table before their hands were washed. Staff Person #1 was observed washing both children's hands before walking the soiled diaper to the front of the building and handing the soiled diaper to Staff Person #6 to disposed of. Staff Person #6 did not wash their hands after handling the soiled diaper. Staff Person #1 then returned to the changing table and cleaned and sanitized the changing table. Staff Person #1 did not wash their hands before changing the next child.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.101(a)/3270.111(c) Age appropriate/Promote development

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the shelves in the big preschool room were empty. During the investigation, children were offered play-doh or television, but no other toys or activities were available. It was found that the preschool classrooms do not follow the schedule throughout the day. Children are not engaged in activities and do not have toys to play with and instead are offered television or an ipad for the day.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2023

3270.101(a)/3270.111(c) Age appropriate/Promote development

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the shelves in the big preschool room were empty. During the investigation, children were offered play-doh or television, but no other toys or activities were available. It was found that the preschool classrooms do not follow the schedule throughout the day. Children are not engaged in activities and do not have toys to play with and instead are offered television or an ipad for the day.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the playhouse on the playground was broken and cracked, presenting pinching hazards.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.133(4) Locked

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, ibuprofen was observed in an unzipped backpack hanging in the hallway and was accessible to the children. Children's pain and fever reliever was observed on top of the cubbies in the big preschool room and was accessible to the children. XtraCare Oatmeal Lotion with Cooling Action was observed on the desk in the big preschool room and was accessible to the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the diaper changing pad outside the bathrooms was observed to be ripped in two places and was unable to be sanitized properly after being used. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 3/15/23 with a correction date of 3/15/23. During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the changing pad used for diapering was cloth and not able to be properly sanitized in between uses. When informed of this, Staff Person #1 used a ripped changing pad for diaper changes, which is not able to be properly sanitized between uses.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, Staff Person #1 was observed changing a child's diaper. The trash can used for diapering next to the changing table was not lidded nor plastic lined. Staff Person #1 was observed washing both children's hands before walking the diaper to the front of the building and handing the soiled diaper to Staff Person #6 to disposed of.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches with headphones in where she could not see or hear all of the children in the classroom. During naptime, the lights of the facility are turned off and staff are unable to see the children and properly supervise them.”

Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2023

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches with headphones in where she could not see or hear all of the children in the classroom. During naptime, the lights of the facility are turned off and staff are unable to see the children and properly supervise them.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches with headphones in where she could not see or hear all of the children in the classroom. During naptime, the lights of the facility are turned off and staff are unable to see the children and properly supervise them.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2023

3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 8:30am, Staff Person #1 had two infants and two young toddlers in their primary group. Staff Person #3 had seven young toddlers and two preschool children in their group. Staff Person #2 had three older toddlers and nine preschool children in their group. Two additional staff were needed to maintain ratio at that time. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches leaving Staff Person #2 with twelve preschool children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 8:30am, Staff Person #1 had two infants and two young toddlers in their primary group. Staff Person #3 had seven young toddlers and two preschool children in their group. Staff Person #2 had three older toddlers and nine preschool children in their group. Two additional staff were needed to maintain ratio at that time. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches leaving Staff Person #2 with twelve preschool children.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2023

3270.21/3270.71 General Health and Safety/Heat Source

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the gate to the kitchen was observed to be open. The stovetop in the kitchen measured a temperature of 144° F. The children had access to the stove with the gate open. The gate was closed. Later during the inspection, a child was observed pushing the gate open. Staff attempted to fix the gate, but it was not able to latch properly and did not prevent access to the kitchen. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 3/15/23 with a correction date of 3/15/23. A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At that time, the gate preventing access to the kitchen was left open three separate times allowing children access to the stove and the toxic cleaning products in an unlocked cabinet under the sink.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.67(c) No insects or rodents

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At that time, rodent feces was observed in the cabinet under the sink in the kitchen.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.113(d) No harsh language

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At that time, it was found that staff yell harshly at the children, including yelling "Get away from there!" and that staff swear in front of children saying "What the f***!" "F***" and "D***"”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, Odo-ban was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the furthest bathroom from the front entrance. The Odo-ban was labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to the children in care. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 3/15/23 with a correction date of 3/15/23. During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, Red Bull, labeled "not recommended for children" was observed on the desk in the big preschool room. Glade Pumpkin Spice Things Up Room refresher was observed on the desk in the big preschool room. Glade Fall Night Long room refresher and Barbasol Shaving Foam were observed on low shelves in the unlocked tall storage cabinet in the big preschool room. Lysol disinfectant spray, Lemon Fresh Disinfectant Cleaner, and Clorox cleaner were observed in an unlocked cupboard under the sink in the kitchen area. The gate to the kitchen area was open on three separate occasions during the inspection. Odo-ban was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the furthest bathroom from the front entrance. All items listed above were labeled "keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to the children in care during the inspection.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.67(a) Trash removed once a day

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, two trash cans in the big preschool room were observed to have food in them at 9:00am. Neither were plastic lined. One trash can had peas and other food from a previous day's lunch. The other trash can had an overwhelming odor similar to that of a soiled diaper, but was observed to have food in it.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, two trash cans in the big preschool room were observed to have leftover food in them at 9:00am. Neither were plastic lined. One trash can had peas and other food from a previous day. The other trash can had an overwhelming odor similar to that of a soiled diaper, but was observed to have leftover food in it. The trash can in the kitchen was not lidded and a discarded tampon was observed in it.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, a first aid kit was observed on a cabinet in the hallway approximately 30 inches high and was accessible to the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, Staff Person #1 was observed changing a child's diaper while another child used the bathroom next to the changing table. The child came out of the bathroom and was seen touching the toy box and changing table before their hands were washed. Staff Person #1 was observed washing both children's hands before walking the soiled diaper to the front of the building and handing the soiled diaper to Staff Person #6 to disposed of. Staff Person #6 did not wash their hands after handling the soiled diaper. Staff Person #1 then returned to the changing table and cleaned and sanitized the changing table. Staff Person #1 did not wash their hands before changing the next child.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.101(a)/3270.111(c) Age appropriate/Promote development

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the shelves in the big preschool room were empty. During the investigation, children were offered play-doh or television, but no other toys or activities were available. It was found that the preschool classrooms do not follow the schedule throughout the day. Children are not engaged in activities and do not have toys to play with and instead are offered television or an ipad for the day.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2023

3270.101(a)/3270.111(c) Age appropriate/Promote development

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the shelves in the big preschool room were empty. During the investigation, children were offered play-doh or television, but no other toys or activities were available. It was found that the preschool classrooms do not follow the schedule throughout the day. Children are not engaged in activities and do not have toys to play with and instead are offered television or an ipad for the day.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the playhouse on the playground was broken and cracked, presenting pinching hazards.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.133(4) Locked

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, ibuprofen was observed in an unzipped backpack hanging in the hallway and was accessible to the children. Children's pain and fever reliever was observed on top of the cubbies in the big preschool room and was accessible to the children. XtraCare Oatmeal Lotion with Cooling Action was observed on the desk in the big preschool room and was accessible to the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the diaper changing pad outside the bathrooms was observed to be ripped in two places and was unable to be sanitized properly after being used. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 3/15/23 with a correction date of 3/15/23. During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, the changing pad used for diapering was cloth and not able to be properly sanitized in between uses. When informed of this, Staff Person #1 used a ripped changing pad for diaper changes, which is not able to be properly sanitized between uses.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“During an investigation conducted at the facility on 3/21/23, Staff Person #1 was observed changing a child's diaper. The trash can used for diapering next to the changing table was not lidded nor plastic lined. Staff Person #1 was observed washing both children's hands before walking the diaper to the front of the building and handing the soiled diaper to Staff Person #6 to disposed of.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches with headphones in where she could not see or hear all of the children in the classroom. During naptime, the lights of the facility are turned off and staff are unable to see the children and properly supervise them.”

Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2023

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches with headphones in where she could not see or hear all of the children in the classroom. During naptime, the lights of the facility are turned off and staff are unable to see the children and properly supervise them.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches with headphones in where she could not see or hear all of the children in the classroom. During naptime, the lights of the facility are turned off and staff are unable to see the children and properly supervise them.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2023

3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 8:30am, Staff Person #1 had two infants and two young toddlers in their primary group. Staff Person #3 had seven young toddlers and two preschool children in their group. Staff Person #2 had three older toddlers and nine preschool children in their group. Two additional staff were needed to maintain ratio at that time. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches leaving Staff Person #2 with twelve preschool children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At 8:30am, Staff Person #1 had two infants and two young toddlers in their primary group. Staff Person #3 had seven young toddlers and two preschool children in their group. Staff Person #2 had three older toddlers and nine preschool children in their group. Two additional staff were needed to maintain ratio at that time. At 11:15am, Staff Person #2, an assistant group supervisor, and Staff Person #4, an aide, had a combined group of twelve preschool children. Staff Person #4 was seen leaving the building at 11:19 and returning at 11:20am. Staff Person #4 was seen yelling out the back door of the building to Staff Person #2, who was seen leaving the building at 11:22 am, before Staff Person #2 returned to the building a minute later. At 11:25am, Staff Person #4 was the only staff observed in the preschool room with the twelve children. Staff Person #2 returned to the room a minute later and was with the twelve children while Staff Person #4 had entered the kitchen area to prepare lunches leaving Staff Person #2 with twelve preschool children.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2023

3270.21/3270.71 General Health and Safety/Heat Source

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the gate to the kitchen was observed to be open. The stovetop in the kitchen measured a temperature of 144° F. The children had access to the stove with the gate open. The gate was closed. Later during the inspection, a child was observed pushing the gate open. Staff attempted to fix the gate, but it was not able to latch properly and did not prevent access to the kitchen. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 3/15/23 with a correction date of 3/15/23. A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At that time, the gate preventing access to the kitchen was left open three separate times allowing children access to the stove and the toxic cleaning products in an unlocked cabinet under the sink.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.67(c) No insects or rodents

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At that time, rodent feces was observed in the cabinet under the sink in the kitchen.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.113(d) No harsh language

“A complaint investigation was conducted on 3/21/23. At that time, it was found that staff yell harshly at the children, including yelling "Get away from there!" and that staff swear in front of children saying "What the f***!" "F***" and "D***"”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the fence on the preschool playground opposite the road did not extend to the ground and was able to be easily pushed out allowing a child to crawl underneath.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the file for Staff Person #4 was reviewed. The file contained a PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 2/22/23 which was after they began working at the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, Staff person #6 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

3270.21/3270.71 General Health and Safety/Heat Source

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the gate to the kitchen was observed to be open. The stovetop in the kitchen measured a temperature of 144° F. The children had access to the stove with the gate open. The gate was closed. Later during the inspection, a child was observed pushing the gate open. Staff attempted to fix the gate, but it was not able to latch properly and did not prevent access to the kitchen.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, small nails were exposed on the top of the cubbies in the young preschool room. A supply cabinet was not secured to the wall and posed a tipping hazard as it was placed on an unlevel floor. The vanity in the bathroom further from the entrance was disintegrating upon touch.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, ceiling tiles in the kitchen were observed to be water damaged. Ceiling tiles in the older preschool (purple) room were observed to be water damaged. Toilet paper was observed scattered on the floor of the bathroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, Odo-ban was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the further bathroom from the entrance. The Odo-ban was labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to the children in care.”

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the file for Staff Person #5, an assistant group supervisor, did not contain verification of 2 years' experience working with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the director stated that an emergency drill had not been conducted in the past year.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023

3270.192(5) Two written references

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The following staff files did not contain two written letters of reference: Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the file for Staff Person #5 did not contain a health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2023

3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the diaper changing pad outside the bathrooms was observed to be ripped in two places and was unable to be sanitized properly after being used.”

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

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The immunization records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain documentation of administration of the flu vaccine. The date of the most recent flu vaccine administered for Child #2 was dated 12/2/21.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form and financial agreements had not been updated in the past 6 months for the following children: Child #1 (3/29/22); Child #2 (7/21/22); Child #3 (1/20/22).”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

3270.21/3270.71 General Health and Safety/Heat Source

“A renewal inspection was conducted on 3/15/23. At that time, the gate to the kitchen was observed to be open. The stovetop in the kitchen measured a temperature of 144° F. The children had access to the stove with the gate open. The gate was closed. Later during the inspection, a child was observed pushing the gate open. Staff attempted to fix the gate, but it was not able to latch properly and did not prevent access to the kitchen.”

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, Staff Person #3, has not completed the health and safety training within 90 days of their date of hire. Staff Person #4 has not completed the pediatric first aid and cpr training or the health and safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

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

“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, Staff Person #1 was working unsupervised in the first room to the right upon entering the building. Staff person #1 has not completed the pediatric first aid and cpr training or the health and safety training required prior to caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #4 was working unsupervised in the first room to the left upon entering the building. Staff person #4 has not completed the pediatric first aid and cpr training or the health and safety training required prior to caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 were working together unsupervised in the second room to the left upon entering the building. Staff person #2 has not completed the pediatric first aid and cpr training or the health and safety training required prior to caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the health and safety training required prior to caring for children unsupervised.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2022

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, a plastic garbage bag was observed on the floor of the infant room, with the top of the bag hung from the changing table. This bag was accessible to the mobile infants in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2022

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, a soiled diaper in a plastic garbage bag was observed on the floor of the infant room, with the top of the bag hung from the changing table. The plastic garbage bag was not contained in a hands-free covered can.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2022

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, baby powder labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed in an open diaper bag in a cubby at floor level and was accessible to the infants and young toddlers in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2022

3270.133(4) Locked

“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, albuterol was observed on the shelf of a child's cubby approximately 24 inches high. A mobile infant was observed reaching into the cubby during the inspection. The medication was accessible to the mobile infants and young toddlers in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2022

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“A complaint inspection was conducted on 11/7/22. At that time, a soiled diaper and a crushed plastic water bottle were observed on the preschool playground. A sticky residue was observed on the floor just inside the door when entering the facility from the playground.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2022