Wonder Academy

A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space #12, I observed an activity plan not current, it was dated for 2/2/26 through 2/6/26.

Violation corrected during visit

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #12, I observed a kitchen set in the dramatic center that was broken. I observed a few wooden planks that were broken and in need of repair by the fence on the playground used by older children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/24/2026

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 space #4, I observed a diaper cream on a shelf that was below five (5) feet.

Violation corrected during visit

A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #6, I observed an expired EPI pen dated for 1/27/26.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/24/2026

All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. On the large bus, several backseats were in need of repair due to torn upholstery. I also observed a plastic jar of motor oil in a crate at the front of the bus.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/24/2026

The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan. The date of the last revision plan is dated for 12/13/24.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/24/2026

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) file had an emergency information form that was not updated annually.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/21/2025

Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In space #6, I observed a teacher "sports" beverage on top of the children’s cubbies.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/21/2025

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a small grey storage bin with the door out of place, this was corrected during the visit.

Violation corrected during visit

The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The following learning centers had little to no items: Language/Literacy, Manipulatives, Blocks and Dramatic/Creative Play. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/18/2024

For children under three years of age, materials were not kept in a space with related equipment and materials. Materials from all learning centers were scattered on the floor throughout the classroom causing potential tripping hazards.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/18/2024

For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices. I observed 4-5 books on a different shelf in the learning center, this classroom has eleven (11) children enrolled. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/18/2024

Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. In space #4, the children’s sink by the teacher area needed cleaning.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/18/2024

All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #3, I observed the back door with green paint on the sides. In space #4, the wall by the children’s sink had blue residue. In space #6, I observed the wall behind the overturned shelf with several areas where paint was chipped.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/18/2024

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #6, the black table in the dramatic center was observed with a loose leg. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/18/2024

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. In space #4, I observed the key to the closet inside of the lock, we reviewed that this is would be considered unlocked and that the key needs to be separate from the lock, I observed the contents inside and staff’s personal items were located below five feet. This is a repeat violation.

Violation corrected during visit

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 space #4, I observed teacher's personal belongings with hazardous materials below five feet and not behind locked key.

Violation corrected during visit

The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #6, I observed the following learning areas with little to no activities and not enough materials present enough for children to engage in play simultaneously: - Library - Cozy - Dramatic play

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/24/2024

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. In space #12, I observed a soap bottle with a warning label of “Keep out of reach of children”.

Violation corrected during visit

A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. I observed an expired topical ointment in space #6.

Violation corrected during visit

Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In space #10, I observed an energy canned beverage that belonged to a staff member.

Violation corrected during visit

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 most current fire inspection completed failed on 2/6/24, the previous fire inspection was completed on a copy was not sent after completion.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. Space #6 did not have at least four (4) activity centers identified with sufficient materials to provide a variety of play experiences for children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices. In space #6, I observed two (2) books for a classroom of nine (9) children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #3 I observed a blue couch with rips and tears. In space #6 I observed a carpet with a corner significantly raised that could cause a tripping hazard. In the outdoor learning environment, I observed a basketball that needed to be replaced. This is a repeat violation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed standing water in several areas on the playground for school-age children.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #3, I observed a topical ointment without a permission form. This is a repeat violation.

Violation corrected during visit

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 #8 where children under 3 years of age were present, I observed a plastic bag covering a toilet. This is a repeat violation.

Violation corrected during visit

All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. R.W completed the health questionnaire after the first day of employment.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

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. I.G completed the emergency information form after the first day of employment.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

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. First Aid certification was not on file for D.R.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/29/2024

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. Completion of CPR was not on file for D.R.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/29/2024

Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . M.K did not have on-going training recorded and not on file.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Two (2) children's photographs were missing from the emergency and identifying information for transportation.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024

A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. In space #10 I overheard a teacher threaten a child that they would be excluded from the class party several times.

Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/27/2024