Pritchard Child Development Center

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In Spaces 104, 114 and 118 batteries were stored in unlocked cabinets or drawers lower than five feet accessible to children. In Spaces 106 and 114, soap with keep out of reach of children warning was stored on counter accessible to children. In Space 116, an Auvi-Q was stored in a backpack lower than five feet accessible to children.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/14/2026

Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. In Space 104, a diaper cream with age restriction for children under 12 consult a physician did not have a physician's authorization. In Space 113, a permission to administer form for Auvi-Q expired 3/18/2026.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/14/2026

Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Spaces 108 plastic bags were stored on the changing table. In Space 120 plastic bags were accessible to children in unlocked drawer and cubbies accessible to children. In Space 120, toys with small parts and magnets were stored lower than five (5) feet accessible to children.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/14/2026

The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. In Space 106, the center's safe sleep policy was not posted. Violation corrected during visit

Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. One employee hired 2/19/2026 has a medical assessment on file that does not have required health statements.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/14/2026

The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. In Space 116, a Medical Action plan was not signed and dated by a parent or health car professional.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/7/2026

Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. A thermometer was not inside the refrigerator in Space 108. The temperature was not able to be read.Violation corrected during visit

Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) new employee hired 9/19/25 did not have emergency information on file.Violation corrected during visit

All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 9/19/25 did not complete First Aid training within 90 days of employment.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/16/2026

All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. One (1) employee hired 9/19/25 did not complete CPR training within 90 days of employment.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/16/2026

Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. A rusted screw was loose and exposed on the wooden boarder surrounding the white board on the preschool playground. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/1/2025

Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A child's Zyrtec was stored in the child's diaper bag and observed stored on the handle of the Bye Bye Buggy. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/1/2025

Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child's Auvi-Q was not stored in the original container with the prescription attached.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/1/2025

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. One (1) child did not update emergency medical care information annually.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/1/2025

The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy. One (1) new employee hired 2/17/25 did not have a signed policy on file.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/1/2025

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A child's authorization for Zyrtec was not completed.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/1/2025

Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. Safe sleep documentation showed a child laid down at 10:07 am. The infant was observed still sleeping at 11:10 am. A safe sleep check was not documented every fifteen (15) minutes per the safe sleep policy. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/15/2025

Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The medical action plan completed by a physician assistant for a child in Space 114 indicated 7 ml of Benadryl. The permission form completed by the parent indicated 6 ml of Benadryl. The permission to administer the Benadryl was inconsistent.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/24/2025

Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. The teacher in Space 104 had expired SIDS training. The training expired 3/11/25. She was observed caring for five (5) infants today. A 12 month old was moved to Space 106 this morning due to a staff absence. The child remained in Space 106 for naptime. The two (2) teachers present during naptime did not have SIDS training. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/1/2025

Emergency information record did not include chronic illness and any medication taken for the illness. A child's medical action plan (MAP) indicated Zyrtec was required for the allergy. The Zyrtec was not onsite.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/24/2025

Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. Medication permission was not completed for an emergency medication in Space 106.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/24/2025

Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met. On 12/5/24 the sign in/out sheet indicated nineteen (19) children ages 3 – 5 years old were present with one (1) teacher between 3:30 -4:00 pm in Space 113. On 12/19/24 the sign in/out sheet indicated seventeen (17) children ages 3 -5 years old were present with one (1) teacher between 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm in Space 113. Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 1/16/2025

A person(s) was smoking in a vehicle used to transport children or on the premises of the child care center. It was reported that a staff member was observed smoking a vape outside the infant/toddler playground.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/23/2024

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One (1) new employees did not have a negative TB test on file for review.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/10/2025

The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file. One (1) new employee hired 10/7/24 did not have a signed copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy on file.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/10/2025

The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center. Four (4) infant feeding plans did not have parent signatures. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/16/2024

All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. An aerosol can and first aid cold packs were stored in an unlocked closet in the hallway. Sunscreen was stored in an unlocked cabinet below the changing table in Space 4.Violation corrected during visit

Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Five (5) children did not have an updated EMC on file for review.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/16/2024

A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. Five (5) children had expired off-premise permissions on file for review.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/16/2024

The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One (1) employee hired 4/8/24 did not have documentation of completing the training on file for review.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 8/16/2024

The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional. One (1) child’s medical action plan (MAP) indicated Auvi-Q as the medication prescribed for an allergic reaction. The medication onsite was Epi Pen Jr. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/12/2024

Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On 10/24/23 a two year old child was left on the playground unsupervised.Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 11/29/2023

Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. The CDC cook hired 10/16/23 did not have a medical report on file for review.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 11/17/2023

On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. The CDC cook hired 10/16/23 did not have a negative TB test on file for review.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 11/17/2023

Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The fire inspection form from 2/28/23 was not emailed to the consultant within one week of the inspection.Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/11/2023

Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In Space 4 a child under three (3) years of age was playing with a Matchbox car. Violation corrected during visit