La Petite Academy

2.206.B.8

During the investigation and after reviewing the facilities guidance plan, it was determined that the facility did not follow their policies.

Required correction: Review the written policies and procedures. The policy regarding positive guidance, behavior expectations and positive instruction, must be followed at all times.

Founded

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.

2.213.B · Correction due December 2, 2024

At the time of the visit, reviewed 5 staff files and observed Erica R. to be lacking an updated Department-approved standard precautions training.

Required correction: Immediately ( 12/2/2024), Review all staff files. All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training and the training must be updated annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 1/2/2025. Correct by 12/02/2024

2.213.G

At the time of the visit, reviewed 5 staff files and observed Erica R. to be lacking an updated Department-approved training in child abuse prevention.

Founded

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.

2.227.B.1.c · Correction due January 19, 2024

Observed that the facility has two buses to transport children and 1 bus had a flat tire.

Required correction: Immediately, vehicles used to transport children must be kept in satisfactory condition to ensure the safety of occupants. Submit a written statement of compliance by 2/2/2024. Correct by 01/19/2024

2.213.D

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Shanta H. and Guadalupe C. were missing documentation of a current prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training and identified to be working with children less than 3 years old.

2.219.B.1 · Correction due January 19, 2024

Reviewed 10 children's files and observed that 1 child was missing documentation of an immunization status.

Required correction: Immediately, review all child files and at the time of admission parents/guardians must provide documentation of an immunizations status. Submit a written statement of compliance by 2/2/2024. Correct by 01/19/2024

2.120.I

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Erica R. was missing documentation of an updated clearance letter and background check has expired.

2.213.B · Correction due January 19, 2024

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Shantell M, Guadalupe C, Erica R, Kathleen G, and Shanta H were missing documentation of a current Standard Precautions training.

Required correction: Immediately, review all staff files and all staff must complete a department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/2/2024. Correct by 01/19/2024

2.223.A.2 · Correction due January 19, 2024

In the Preschool classroom, observed that 7 children were transitioned to the Early Preschool classroom and did not have a sign out time. In the Toddler 1 classroom, observed that 3 children were transitioned to the Toddler 2 classroom and did not have a sign out time.

Required correction: Immediately, 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 transitions. Submit a writen statement of compliance by 2/2/2024. Correct by 01/19/2024

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Shanta H, Mikailah P, Guadalupe C, and Erica R were missing

2.213.G · Correction due February 18, 2024

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Kathleen G, Shanta H, Scott B, Shantell M, Guadalupe C, and Erica R. were missing documentation of a current abuse prevention training.

Required correction: Within 30 days, review all staff files and all employees and regulat volunteers must be trained using the department-approved training about abuse prevention and must be renewed annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/18/2024. Correct by 02/18/2024

2.213.J

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Samantha P. was missing documentation of a Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant training and identified to be the assistant director.

Required correction: Within 30 days, review all staff files and all directors and assistant directors must complete the department-approved training Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. Submit documentation and a

2.213.K · Correction due February 18, 2024

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Samantha P. was missing documentation of a Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation training and identified to be the assistant director.

Required correction: Within 30 days, review all staff files and all directors and assistant directors must complete the department-approved training Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/18/2024. Correct by 02/18/2024

2.133.A · Correction due January 19, 2024

Reviewed 14 staff files and observed that Guadalupe C, Jamie S, and Shanta H were missing documentation of an emergency and disaster preparedness training.

Required correction: Immediately, review all staff files and prior to working with children all staff must complete a department-approved emergency and disaster preparedness training. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 2/2/2024. Correct by 01/19/2024

7.702.61.A.1.b · Correction due November 30, 2023

In the 2.5 year old classroom, observed diapers in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. In the preschool classroom, observed diapers and gloves in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately, all diaper areas must have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products. Corrected at the time of the visit. The teachers locked the cabinet. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 12/14/2023. Correct by 11/30/2023

7.702.91.D · Correction due November 30, 2023

In the 2.5 year old classroom, observed a teachers personal bag in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately, volatile substances and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare. Submit a written statement of compliance by 12/14/2023. Correct by 11/30/2023

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.

Reviewed one staff file. At the time of incident(s), employee was missing documentation of a completed FBI background check and was unsupervised while caring for children.

Required correction: Immediately, criminal background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to allowing an individual unsupervised access to children. Partially corrected at time of visit, the employee was sent for fingerprints prior to the inspection today and the facility is awaiting results. Submit documentation of completed FBI

7.702.34.A.7 · Correction due October 10, 2023

Reviewed one child file. Missing an updated written authorization for emergency medical care signed by the parent(s)/guardian(s).

Required correction: Immediately, review all child files. All children must have a dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). Submit a written statement of compliance by 10/17/2023. Correct by 10/10/2023

7.702.71.C

At the time of visit, in the Twos classroom, sharpie markers labeled 'keep out of reach of children' were in an unlocked drawer accessible to children. In the School Age (formerly Jr K) classroom, a can of shaving cream and two bottles of sunscreen labeled 'keep out of reach of children' were in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children, and spray bottles of cleaning and sanitizing solution were in a cubby accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately, all items labeled 'keep out of reach of children' must be inaccessible to chidlren at all times.

7.702.71.H · Correction due October 10, 2023

At the time of visit, in the Twos classroom, adult scissors were in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.

Required correction: Immediately, all sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children at all times. Corrected at time of visit, the scissors were moved to an upper cabinet making them inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 10/17/2023. Correct by 10/10/2023

7.702.72.C.1.a · Correction due October 10, 2023

At the time of visit, on the preschool playground, them mulch under the swings and climbing structures measured less than two inches in depth in the use zone.

Required correction: Immediately, all climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surface of at least six (6) inches in the use zone at all times. Submit photo documentation and a written statement of compliance by 11/10/2023. Correct by 10/10/2023

Founded

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.

Founded · 7.702.71.C · Equipment/Materials · Correction due March 22, 2023

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Required correction: Correct immediately. All items labeled "keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit. Preschool SM moved the Aquaphor to an upper cubby, inaccessible to children. Provide a written statement of future compliance by 4/5/2023.

Founded · 7.702.71.G · Equipment/Materials · Correction due April 5, 2023

Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Required correction: Correct immediately. Loose plastic bags must be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Corrected at time of visit. The loose plastic bag was moved to an upper cubby, inaccessible to children. Provide a written statement of future compliance by 4/5/2023.

Founded · 7.702.64.B · Guidance · Correction due March 22, 2023

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Required correction: Correct immediately. Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats. Provide a written statement of compliance by 4/5/2023.

Founded · 7.702.64.A · Guidance · Correction due March 22, 2023

Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

Required correction: Correct immediately. Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation and empathy for others. Provide a written statement of compliance by 3/5/2023.

Founded · 7.702.61.A.1.b · Correction due March 22, 2023

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products.

Required correction: Correct immediately. All diaper change supplies must be inaccessbile to children. Corrected at time of visit. SM moved the diapers to an upper cubby, inaccessible to children. Provide a written statement of future compliance by 4/5/2023.

Founded · 7.702.62.A.2 · General Requirement/Physical Care · Correction due March 22, 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 members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day and the time the child arrives and leaves the classroom or center. Corrected at time of visit. Pre-K SM conducted face to name to verify attendance. Toddler SM verified attendance and signed the child out. Provide a written statement of future compliance by 4/5/2023.