A health deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a tube of ground beef on the top shelf over milk, eggs and other items inside the refrigerator. Technical assistance was provided raw meat should never store on the top shelf of the refrigerator; it should always be on the bottom shelf in a sealed container to prevent juices from dripping and contaminating ready-to-eat foods below, which causes dangerous cross-contamination. Or in containers with high walls to catch any liquids from thawing meats. This standard was brought back into compliance when meat was placed into the container.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [toy inside the sink.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a toy inside the handwashing sink in the 1-year-old classroom (capacity of 4). Technical assistance was provided that handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up. This standard was brought back into compliance when the item was removed from the sink.
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys personnel roster in the Clearing house and determined that the provider failed to add new child care personnel listed on the supplemental to their roster within 10 days of hire. The staff started on 10/27/2025. The provider immediately added the staff on the facility personnel roster in the Clearinghouse at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider add/removes personnel within 10 days of hiring or terminating staff in the Clearinghouse and maintains an up to date roster.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training annually. The staff previously completed the training on 6/4/2024 and last completed the training on 6/13/2025. The staff completed the training but not annually. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete the exposure plan training annually and document on file for Licensing to review.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed area in the facility with drywall missing and cracked and paint peeling. The first classroom of four and five year old children under the window sill had a wood panel that was coming apart from the wall and needed to be tacked down also paint was chipped and needed to be repainted. The three year old classroom frame to the restroom on the top is missing drywall. As well as inside of the restroom in the same classroom above the mirror to the right corner the drywall was missing as well as behind the hand washing sink. The side walls near the toilet in that restroom had paint chipping and small holes that need to be p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 28, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the outdoor storage room near the three year old classroom was unlocked and a black tree trimmer gardening tool was on the inside of the door stored against the wall. The provider advised that the door is typically locked and she was in and out of the room and forgot that the tool was placed there. At time of inspection the provider moved the tool from reach of children and locked the door. TA was provided to ensure that hazardous material is not accessible to children in care.
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the stationary outdoor equipment to include the red metal climbing dome and the red and blue monkey bars with paint chipped. The provider advised that the children were going down for nap and had spray paint on hand that is fast drying and while children were indoor napping the provider repainted the equipment at time of inspection. Also, the specialist observed a wasp and nest in the pink and blue playhouse on the inside roof. The provider took down the nest and eliminated the wasp also at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facilitys outdoor equipment is in good repair to eliminate paint chippin ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few childrens sleeping mats torn with tears exposing the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider was a ware of certain mats that were torn and received replacement mats for the children that she switched out for new mats at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens sleeping mats are impermeable at all times.
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the blue and yellow seesaw with paint chipping and needing to be repainted. The counselor also observed the yellow dump trucks on the playground with rust present. The provider advised that she will remove the dump trucks temporarily until she can treat the rust on the outdoor toys. The toys were removed at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor toys are repainted and rust is eliminated by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 29, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a childs sleeping mat in the three year old classroom that was torn with a tear exposing the foam cushion causing it to not be impermeable. The provider immediately replaced the sleeping mat with a new mat at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens sleeping mats are impermeable at all times.
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed paint chipping on the back wall in the one year old classroom on the left and right side of the wall in reach of children in care. The provider advised the provider that the area needs to be sanded down and repainted. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair and areas are repainted by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 2, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed several childrens sleeping mats torn with tears exposing the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider had extra mats on hand and replaced all torn mats at time of inspection and discarded of torn mats. TA was provided to ensure that childrens nap mats are impermeable at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E (Section 14.2, number 14) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the school age classroom did not have a posted evacuation plan at time of inspection. The provider advised that the staff rearranged the classroom and removed it to redo the evacuation plan and did not post it back in the classroom. The provider had the staff complete the evacuation plan diagram and include two exit routes at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that an evacuation route is posted in each classroom where children are present at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-10
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 18.6, numbers 5 and 6) [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed that the child care listed on the supplemental failed to document in service hour training on the required form, CF-FSP Form 5268. The provider documented staffs training on the form and placed it on file at the time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that yearly in service hour training is documented on the required in -service log and placed on file at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-08
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have transportation training completed and documented on file. However, the counselor reviewed recent transportation logs from June 2024 and observed that the staff has conducted second sweeps for transportation. The counselor advised the provider that child care personnel participating in transportation must have completed transportation training. TA was provided to ensure that the staff does not participate in transportation if training is not documented on file or completes training by the due date.
The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility had 21 children enrolled at time of inspection, but only 2 staff present in the building were trained in CPR and had current certification in CPR. After ratio was completed additional child care personnel listed on the supplemental returned from break and also held current certification in CPR. TA was provided to ensure that provider reads, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B for more information on the standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility had 21 children enrolled at time of inspection, but only 2 staff present in the building were trained in First aid and had current certification in First aid. After ratio was completed additional child care personnel listed on the supplemental returned from break and also held current certification in First aid. TA was provided to ensure that provider reads, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B for more information on the standard.
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys van not sounding meeting the requirement to siren by one minute from the time the ignition was turned off. The provider attempted to sound the alarm four times. The provider tried to turn the vehicle off and on, reset the alarm system and also drove around the grassy parking area. The alarm did not sound at time of inspection. Provider was advised to be extra cautious while transporting and to also have the alarm system inspected as soon as possible. Provider stated that she understood and will have the system inspected because it was just installed before this past summer. TA was provided to ensure that the alar ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed multiple red ant piles on the older childrens playground grassy area. The counselor advised provider of the ant piles and provider stated that she will contact her pest control company to come out and treat the ant piles as soon as possible. Counselor advised provider to ensure staff is actively supervising children and ensuring that they stay away from areas where the ant piles are located. Counselor also advised provider of the presence of a lot of flying bugs near the wood play equipment and mosquitoes. TA was provided to ensure that the ant piles are not present by the due date to ensure the overall safety and well-being o ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the evacuation diagrams in the two year old classroom as well as the school age classroom with the evacuation routes not clearly documented. The provider advised that the one in the two year old classroom only had 1 route. Counselor advised provider of the requirement and provider immediately documented an alternative route. The school age diagram had no routes documented, provide advised that the staff just redid the evacuation diagram and forgot to relabel the routes. Provider immediately documented two routes at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that all diagrams meet the requirement displaying routes in case of ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-10
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ red climbing equipment, the blue spinning equipment, the swing set to the left of the playground, the red metal train as well as the swings attached to the large wood equipment to the right of the slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the older childrens playground stationary outdoor equipment did not meet the required 6 inches of resilient surface in depth. The following equipment measured at less than 6 inches of mulch. The red climbing equipment, the blue spinning equipment, the swing set to the left of the playground, the red metal train as well as the swings attached to the large wood equipment to the right of the slide. Provider advised provider to rake the mulch and add to the areas, all of the areas measured at five and six inches of mulch. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor equipment has a resilient surface of 6 inches of mulch added by the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the first aid kit in the van with no soap. Provider immediately grabbed a small bar soap and placed it in the first aid kit. TA was provided to ensure that all required items are placed in the first aid kit and maintained at all times.
The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, Provider advised that the transportation van was at field trip and the facility transportation logs were inside van. The licensing agency was unable to view the transportation log. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation logs are maintained and available for review.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a can of hair spray (Sexy Hair) in the main building bathroom cabinet under the sink unsecured. Also, inside the same cabinet, Poo-Pourri fresh air spay, and feminine wipes. Also, in the unattached building with the capacity of 10 had plastic bag stored in a unlock cabinet accessible to children in care. Also, in that classroom, there was a screwdriver and other sharp items inside a drawer accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toxic and hazardous materials are kept out of reach of children. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the items and stored them ... [truncated]
All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 10.1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the classroom throughout the facility light measured less than 20-foot candles less ranging 9.8918-foot candles. Technical assistance was provided to add more lightening to increase the candle foot to at least 20.
Correction status
Due by July 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 10.1, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the work areas did not have sufficient lightening. The lightning was under 50-foot candles under the reading, painting, and other close work areas ranging between 1148.2-foot candles. Technical assistance was provided that all areas thorough out the facility that have reading, painting and other close work areas need to measure at 50-foot candles.
Correction status
Due by July 30, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the facility conducted a fire drill. During the fire drill, the Child Care Personnel posse the current attendance record, but failed to utilized the attendance to account for all children. Child Care Personnel were observed only counting children. Technical assistance was provided that current attendance record must accompany Child Care Personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel used the attendance to account for the children. Fire drill conducted 1/24/23, 2/6/23, 3/15/23, 4/21/23, 5/18/23, and 6 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring all new staff are added to the personnel roster in the state system promptly after they are hired?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in November 2025 show that the facility did not have a staff member added to the required personnel roster within the 10-day window. Asking about this process helps confirm that the center has updated its administrative practices to maintain accurate records for all personnel.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all storage areas for hazardous materials are kept locked and inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2025 noted an instance where a storage area containing tools was found unlocked. This question allows the provider to explain the current supervision and security protocols used to keep potentially harmful items out of reach.
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Finding-specific
How do you verify that all staff members who participate in transporting children have completed the required training on safe transportation practices?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that transportation training documentation has been a point of review in previous reports. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks and validates that all drivers and staff involved in transportation meet current training requirements.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for inspecting the facility and outdoor play areas to ensure that all equipment is in good repair and free of hazards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections have highlighted various facility maintenance needs, such as paint condition and equipment repair. This question provides insight into the center's ongoing maintenance schedule and how they proactively address environmental upkeep.
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General question
What is your process for communicating with parents regarding daily schedules, such as nap times or classroom activities, to ensure everyone is on the same page?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center communicates daily routines and expectations helps families feel more connected to their child's day. This question allows the provider to share their preferred methods for keeping parents informed about classroom life.