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Latest inspectionApril 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 10, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for HCPS Dunbar Magnet Elementary HOST from April 29, 2024 through April 10, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2025 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of April 23, 2025.
Two later inspections on April 10, 2026 showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
4
2 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
2
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
2
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33607
Compared to 22 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.5
Local median
1.5
0.5This provider
1.5Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
50%
Local median
43%
50%This provider
43%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
50%
Local median
50%
50%This provider
50%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
1.45
0This provider
1.45Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
During the time of the inspection child care personnel failed to document arrival and departure time of children in care. According to the School- Age Handbook Section 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by the school-age child care program personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. ENFORCEMENT
Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
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One staff member has (N/A) for Childcare background screening results I. An individual may be hired under one of these circumstances: 1. If all components are complete with an eligible screening and documented in the employees file
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
Official code
38-02
Questions to ask
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
Could you explain the current process for documenting the arrival and departure times for each child in your program?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2025 noted that attendance logs were missing specific arrival and departure times. Asking about this helps clarify how the center ensures accurate daily tracking of children in their care.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the program take to ensure all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file and up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 indicated that documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing at the time. This question helps parents understand the internal procedures used to maintain complete personnel files.
Context
The finding was noted as completed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily activities and any important updates regarding their child's time at the center?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and overall progress. Understanding the center's preferred methods for updates ensures that families and staff stay aligned.
General question
What is your approach to supervising children during transitions between school and the after-school program?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Transitions are a key time for ensuring children are accounted for and supported as they move from the classroom to the program. Learning about these procedures provides insight into how the staff manages group movement and supervision.
General question
How does the program support staff training and professional development throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Ongoing training ensures that staff members remain current on best practices for child care and safety. This helps parents feel confident that the team is well-prepared to handle the needs of the children in their care.