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25 | On July 26th, 2023 at 12:57pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rosie Breault conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA met with Director Taundra Pitchford and advised her the purpose of the inspection. Director provided LPA a tour of the facility inside and out. The facility operates Monday through Friday 7:30am – 5:30pm. At the time of the inspection there were thirty-nine (39) children, and seven (7) staff present. Facility previously submitted a request for increase of capacity which will be reflected in this report.
LPA observed required licensing documents mounted on the wall at the entrance of the facility. Parents use Brightwheel App for signing in and out purposes. The facility is currently utilizing eight (8) classrooms for care and supervision as well as one (1) outdoor art studio. Each of the classrooms have ample ventilation, age-appropriate toys, and furniture readily accessible for children in care. LPA observed a variety of activities to meet the needs of children including quiet and active play. Children nap on cots and their individual bedding is stored separately. Children bring their own water bottles and facility also provides filter water for use. LPA observed all cleaning compounds, disinfectants, sharps, combustibles, and tools to be elevated and inaccessible to children. LPA observed the facility has a sufficient number of restrooms and sinks available for the children, which were functioning and clean at the time of the inspection. Facility provides morning and afternoon snack, and LPA observed the kitchen to be clean, free of rodents, and appliances in working order. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on April 1st, 2023, and last emergency drill was conducted on 4/5/2023. First aid kits are available. Per director, no firearms or ammunition are present on property.
LPA observed the outdoor area play area to have ample amount of space for children to play with appropriate toys and equipment. LPA observed ample shade, soft padding to absorb falls, and sandbox free of debris. No bodies of water are present.
CONTINUED ON LIC809C
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