Bright Stars Child Care and Preschool

2.213.B

At the time of visit, reviewed 6 staff files. Observed 1 file to have an expired Department Approved standard precautions training.

Required correction: Immediately. All staff must complete a Department Approved standard precautions training. Submit

2.229.C · Correction due January 12, 2026

At the time of visit, observed in the yellow preschool boys bathroom, diaper wipes accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately. Items labeled keep out of reach of children must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit. Staff locked diaper wipes in a cabinet. Submit written statement of future compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026

2.237.B · Correction due January 12, 2026

At the time of visit, observed in the yellow preschool classroom exposed base boards peeling off the wall.

Required correction: Immediately. Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit documentation and written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026

2.220.K · Correction due January 12, 2026

At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 3 files missing topical preparations written authorization from a parent/guardian.

Required correction: Immediately. Topical preparations may be administered to children with written authorization from a parent/guardian. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026

2.209.B.4

At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 1 file to be missing a copy of an updated annually health statement completed by a health care provider.

2.209.A.8 · Correction due January 12, 2026

At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 3 files to be missing an annual updated written authorization for field trip participation.

Required correction: Immediately. An admission record for each child must be completed and include an annual updated written authorization for field trip participation. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026

2.209.A.7 · Correction due January 12, 2026

At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 3 files to be missing an annual updated written authorization for emergency medical care.

Required correction: Immediately. An admission record for each child must be completed and include an annual updated written authorization for emergency medical care. Submit written statement of compliance by 2/12/2026. Correct by 01/12/2026

2.206.A

At the time of visit, reviewed 4 child files. Observed 1 file to be missing signed policies and procedures document signed by parent/guardian.

2.238.C · Correction due June 17, 2025

At the time of the visit, observed the emergency exit door to be blocked by an infant crib.

Required correction: Immediately ( 6/17/2025), exits must be arranged so as to provide free and unobstructed egress from all parents of the building. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the crib was moved and the exit was unobstructed. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025

2.229.C · Correction due June 17, 2025

At the time of the visit, observed hand sanitizer on a shelf in the yellow classroom, accessible to children. Also, in an unlocked closet by the yellow classroom, observed bleach and Comet scrubbing cleaner to be accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately ( 6/17/2025), items labeled "keep out of reach of children", must be inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of the visit when the director removed the sanitizer, making the sanitizer inaccessible to children. The director also moved the bleach and Comet scrubbing cleaner to a higher shelf and locked the closet door, making the cleaners inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025

2.237.B

At the time of the visit, observed on the junior playground, screws and nails protruding from the bottom and middle of the wooden fence. Also, on the junior playground, the metal gate is broken at the bottom, near the fence door. Also, in the yellow classroom, observed peeling paint under the kitchen serving window.

2.121.D.5 · Correction due June 17, 2025

Reviewed 7 staff files and observed Rose P. to be lacking an updated clearance letter for FBI.

Required correction: Review all staff files. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member,Rose P. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI for Rose P., with written response to the Specialist by 6/24/2025. Correct by 06/17/2025

Unfounded

The state lists this complaint on the provider’s record and publishes an investigation report for it. Shortlist has not read that report, so this row includes no citation detail.

2.120.I · Correction due April 2, 2024

Reviewed 9 staff files. Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira missing documentation of a current TRAILS background check clearance letter.

Required correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must renew the TRAILS background check every 5 years. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira have reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letters for staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira with a written statement of compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024

2.121.D.5 · Correction due April 2, 2024

Reviewed 9 staff files. Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira missing documentation of a current FBI background check clearance letter.

Required correction: Immediately review all staff files. All staff must renew the FBI background check every 5 years. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira have reviewed the video within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letters for staff members Hina, Awatif, Ashireka, and Samira with a written statement of compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024

2.230.C.1.a · Correction due April 2, 2024

At the time of visit, the resilient surface in the use zone around a climbing structure over 18' high measured 2" deep.

Required correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment 18 inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least 6 inches in the use zone at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the center director shoveled and raked the gravel under the structure to bring the depth to over 6 inches in the use zone. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024

2.237.B

At the time of visit, in the Yellow room, paint chips were missing from several walls and baseboard moulding was peeling off the wall near the bathroom. In the Toddler 2 classroom, the wood of the sink cabinet is peeling and splintering and the diaper changing pad was dirty.

Required correction: Immediately, all buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition at all times. Partially

2.237.D · Correction due April 2, 2024

At the time of visit, in the Yellow room, a staff purse was on a low table at the back of the classroom and accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately, all staff purses and other hazardous items must be inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the staff member placed the purse on a high shelf making it inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 4/16/2024. Correct by 04/02/2024

Founded · 7.702.62.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due March 24, 2023

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Required correction: Correct immediately. The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Written attendance verification must be conducted periodically throughout the day. Submit a written statement of compliance and new attendance documentation by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.62.C.2.a · Correction due March 24, 2023

Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

Required correction: Correct immediately. All mattresses for cribs must have a properly fitted, clean sheet. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.63.B.7 · Infant Program · Correction due March 24, 2023

Children who are actively eating may be in a highchair or other approved feeding equipment for longer than fifteen (15) minutes. Children must be moved once feeding is complete

Required correction: Correct immediately. Children must be moved once feeding or the activity is complete. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.91.B · Building Requirements · Correction due March 24, 2023

Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Required correction: Correct immediately. The building must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition. Submit a written statement of compliance with documentation by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.62.A.1 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due March 24, 2023

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Required correction: Correct immediately. All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.63.B.1 · Infant Program · Correction due March 24, 2023

An individualized diet and feeding schedule must be provided according to a written plan submitted by the parent or by the child's physician with the knowledge and consent of the parent. A change of diet and schedule must be noted on each child's daily activity schedule and posted in an area clearly visible to the staff.

Required correction: Correct immediately. An individualized diet and feeding schedule must be provided according to a written plan submitted by the parent or the child's physician, with the consent of the parent. The diet and schedule must be noted on each child's daily activity schedule and posted in an area clearly visible to the staff. Submit a written statement of compliance with a sample of the written plan by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.41.J · Staff Files · Correction due March 24, 2023

Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be instructed about all policies and procedures of the center. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures.

Required correction: Correct immediately. All staff members must follow the center's policies and procedures. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.2.D · Correction due March 24, 2023

Any center having a Director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff, allowing the Director or qualified staff the ability to attend to the duties of a director as they arise.

Required correction: Correct immediately. A Director assigned to a classroom must have qualified and adequate staff to allow the director to attend to the duties of a director as they arise. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.46.A.14 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due March 24, 2023

Staff to Child Ratios by AGES OF CHILDREN and NUMBER OF STAFF 6 weeks to 18 months (infants): 1 staff member to 5 infants 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 1 staff member to 8 children 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children

Required correction: Correct immediately. Ratio's must be maintained at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.46.A.15.f · Correction due March 24, 2023

When combining age groups, not including individual child transitions, children must be cared for in the room licensed for the youngest child in care, including the outdoor play area

Required correction: Correct immediately. When combining age groups, children must be cared for in the room licensed for the youngest child in care. Corrected at time of visit. Owner had a second staff member take the two children under 24 months to the Toddler 1 classroom. Toddler 1 classroom had 2 children per one ECT and Toddler 2 classroom had 3 children per one ECT. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 3/31/2023.

Founded · 7.702.32.A · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due February 6, 2023

For security purposes, a sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians, or staff if children are being transported, must be maintained daily by the center. It must include, for each child in care, the date, the child's name, the time when the child arrived at and left the center, and the parent /guardian or staff member's signature or other unique identifier. For children who are transported, parent(s)/guardian(s) must verify the accuracy of the sign-in/sign-out sheet at least weekly.

Required correction: Correct immediately. For security purposes, a daily sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians must be maintained by the center when the child arrives and leaves the center. Provide a statement of compliance by 2/20/2023.

Founded · 7.701.32.D.1.a.1. · General Requirements · Correction due February 6, 2023

Individuals who have obtained a successfully completed CBI or FBI record check may care for children, for no longer than ninety (90) calendar days, while waiting for all other required background checks to be completed. The individual must be supervised at all times by an individual who has successfully completed all required background checks.

Required correction: Correct immediately. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member Areeg D. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of TRAILS for staff member Areeg D. with written response to Specialist. Provide documentation and a statement of compliance by 2/20/2023.

Founded · 7.702.34.A.7 · Correction due February 6, 2023

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Required correction: Correct immediately. Review all child files. Child files must have a written authorization for emergency medical care signed and submitted annually. Submit a statement of compliance and documentation by 2/20/2023.

Founded · 7.702.62.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due February 6, 2023

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Required correction: Correct immediately. Staff must verify attendance periodically throughout the day. Provide a statement of compliance by 2/20/2023.