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Preschool Outdoor Play measurements are:
Outdoor total measurements contain a total of 7055.74 square feet, which will accommodate applicant’s request for 40 preschool children.
All indoor and outdoor activity space utilized for the children were inspected today. LPA informed applicant that staff are required to maintain direct visual supervision of the children at all times during indoor and outdoor activities. Classrooms were observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. All outdoor and indoor passageways and other areas of potential hazard were free of obstruction. A comfortable temperature for children shall be maintained at all times.
Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, shall be free of toxic substances. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age appropriate. Tables and chairs were observed to meet the needs of the children. There are 64 chairs, 16 tables, 16 cots (with the intent to purchase more), 4 toilets, 1 changing table, and 4 sinks available for toddler and preschool children. Isolation area for sick children will be the office downstairs, children have access to staff bathroom and remain separated from remaining children.
Facility has two toddler and three preschool classrooms. Applicant stated that the facility does not provide lunch or snack and children bring lunch and snack from home, but the facility does have cheese and fruit on hand in case of an emergency where children do not bring food.
The Applicant shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. All containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight-fitting cover that is kept on. LPA observed no fireplace or open face heaters. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. There is a fully equipped first aid kit located in each classroom. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector on site.
Drinking water is readily available for the children in the facility via brita pitcher in every classroom and a gallon of water and cups for outdoor usage. Applicant stated that children bring their own water bottles.
Report continued on LIC 809-C.
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