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32 | LS entered the Hippos and Bears classrooms and observed furniture, manipulatives, toys, games, and books made accessible to the children to be age-appropriate and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. There is drinking water readily available via and bring their own water bottles and bottles get refilled as needed via water filter pitcher. Napping equipment in the form of cots were observed in each classroom and children’s individual sheets were labeled and stored. Per Director, linen are washed by parents every month or when soiled and LPA informed Director that bedding shall be washed weekly or when soiled. Licensing staff observed step trash bins with a tight-fitting lid inside the classrooms. LS observed the restrooms, located in the classrooms to have working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispensers, and paper towels. There is a storage area in the restroom with child-safety gate to prevent children access. LS also observed the Giraffe’s classroom, separate building from Hippos and Bears. More age-appropriate furniture, toys and games were well-maintained. Giraffe’s classroom has a restroom with working sink/toilet and paper towels, and a separate sink within the classroom.
Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LS and observed mini split AC/heater and vents located in the classrooms. LS observed the thermostats located in the classrooms and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LS observed the fire extinguishers in the classroom and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 10/21/25. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were observed and tested to be operable by Director. Director stated the last emergency drill was conducted on 8/20/2026. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and were observed to be fully equipped.
Licensing staff observed the outdoor playground yard to be fully fenced. The outdoor play equipment was observed to be free of sharp, lose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. There is artificial grass for one area of the playground and sand box with play structure. Outdoor maintenance are on Mondays, and LPA advise Director to do a walk-through for spiderwebs before children go outside. Drinking water is readily available outdoors. There is adequate shade via trees and shade sails.
Per Director, the facility gives a snack, and children bring lunch and snack from home. LS informed licensee that any food brought from the children's homes, shall have the container labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. LS observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage. During time of inspection LS observed cleaning solutions stored in a locked cabinet with child-safety latches, making it inaccessible to children. Director stated that they currently do not have any children on medication or severe food allergies. Director stated there is one child with food allergies, but does not require medication.
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