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25 | The purpose of this visit was to conduct an annual visit of the facility. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hawkins met with director, Jennifer Davidson at the time of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside. At the time of the visit there were a total of 73 preschool children with 12 staff in 9 different classrooms and on the playground observed. (102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 108, 110, 112, and Chapel). A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who required caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions
Operating hours are 7:15 am-5:30pm, Mon-Fri. The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. During the inspection it was determined the facility is operating within its licensed capacity and within compliance of staffing ratios. The facility appeared clean and orderly. The items which could pose a danger to children (detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications) were stored out of the reach of children. Poisons/Hazardous Items are locked away. School provides snacks are provided, and lunches are brought from home. Food prep areas appear clean and sanitary. Food is properly stored. On-site kitchen is free from hazards. The toys, floors, desks and other equipment appeared clean. There is drinking water available to children both indoors and outdoors.
The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on cots, and bedding is laundered weekly by parents. The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months. The facility has a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, and fire extinguisher. The playground was completely fenced. The playground equipment appeared in safe condition, and play area is free from hazards. There is sufficient cushioning underneath climbing structures and/or play equipment to absorb falls.
Sign in/out procedures were reviewed for compliance. During today's visit staffing ratios were being met. At least one staff member present possesses current CPR/First Aid certifications, which expire 5/2020.
Staff records were reviewed for educational requirements, and children's files were reviewed for admission agreements and files were found to be in compliance.
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