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Friends Early Learning Center

Child care center · 53061 Nadine Street, South Bend, IN 46637 · License 170135

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Capacity 150. InfantToddlerTwo Paths to QUALITY: Level 4

Violation history (208)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Preschool room is out of ratio with 12 children ages 3-5 and one caregiver.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) — The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation
Program has not submitted an application for renewal		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Menus posted do not have correct dates or portion sizes noted.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) — Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake
Chairs stacked in Young Twos classroom with children present. Chairs stacked in 4/5s classroom with children present.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-133(b)(2) — Each room shall have, at a minimum, the following: A sand/water/sensory table or container with equipment for measuring and pouring
Sensory tables in toddler classrooms observed to be empty. Sensory tables observed empty and stored in bathrooms in Twos classrooms.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(5) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: An annual written evaluation of the employees performance
Out of five files reviewed, two files were missing annual evaluations		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Bathrooms throughout the center being used for storage that is not related to bathrooming or stored sanitizable (toys, furniture, cleaning supplies, clothing uncovered, personal items, etc.)		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date Universal Precautions training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing information on parents employment		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(4) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Information regarding the childs social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing documentation on child's development		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director
Program does not currently have a qualified director hired to work on site.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-33(1) — All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Prior to opening a child care center, at least one (1) caregiver shall have current training or the expiration date shall be no later than three (3) years from the training date in the administration of basic first aid and be on duty at all times. Additionally, all infant and toddler staff shall have current training in basic first aid
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date first aid training documentation.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-115(c) — Drinking fountains shall have a guarded angled stream with water pressure regulated so that the stream rises at least two (2) inches above the guard but does not splash on the floor
Drinking fountain in Preschool hallway dislodged from wall and stream is overshooting to floor. Drinking fountain in toddler hallway does not have a 2" stream.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have education documentation		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name of parent, address, and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for parents		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 — Building maintenance
Exterior doors in 3/4s classroom and Kitchen rusted out at the bottom -daylight seen coming through. Paint/drywall coming off wall in 3/4s classroom near bathrooms. Drywall exposed near hand washing sink in 4/5s classroom.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing drug testing results.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Younger Twos classroom out of ratio with 6 children and 1 teacher		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have a physical		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for Dr/Dentist		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-34(2) — Staff shall have training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as follows: In child care centers licensed for infants or toddlers, all infant and toddler caregivers shall be trained annually in infant or pediatric CPR as appropriate
Out of five files reviewed, one infant teacher missing current CPR training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(3) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The childs date of birth, verified by a copy of the childs birth certificate or other legal proof of age
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing birth certificate		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children
Storage closet unlocked in Ones A, leaving teacher purse stored on the floor accessible to children. Laundry room unlocked in infant building leaving cleaning supplies and tools accessible to children. Cleaning supplies stored accessible in lower unlocked cabinets in Young Twos, Older Twos, and both preschool classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table cabinet. Teacher purse stored accessible in Younger Twos closet. Cleaners stored unlocked in teachers bathroom in 4/5s classroom. Outlets uncovered in multiple classrooms.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(7) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Verification that staff is free of tuberculosis within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter
Out of five files reviewed, four files did not have up to date TB test results.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided
Out of five files reviewed, three files missing documentation of Orientation training		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) — An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit: (1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and (2) the applicant fingerprints; for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
One teacher missing documentation of completing fingerprints or submitting a consent form in I-LEAD for a background check		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-78(g)(1) — Centers shall not offer foods that present a choking hazard to children under three (3) years of age, including, but not limited to, the following: Whole grapes
Observed whole grapes on toddler's lunch plates		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-82(c) — For children requiring a special diet due to medical reasons or allergic reactions, the center shall provide meals and snacks in accordance with the childs needs and the written instructions of the childs physician
Toddler with special diet was given wrong milk in toddler room.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Preschool room is out of ratio with 12 children ages 3-5 and one caregiver.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-133(b)(2) — Each room shall have, at a minimum, the following: A sand/water/sensory table or container with equipment for measuring and pouring
Sensory tables in toddler classrooms observed to be empty. Sensory tables observed empty and stored in bathrooms in Twos classrooms.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) — The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation
Program has not submitted an application for renewal		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Menus posted do not have correct dates or portion sizes noted.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) — Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake
Chairs stacked in Young Twos classroom with children present. Chairs stacked in 4/5s classroom with children present.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(5) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: An annual written evaluation of the employees performance
Out of five files reviewed, two files were missing annual evaluations		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Younger Twos classroom out of ratio with 6 children and 1 teacher		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director
Program does not currently have a qualified director hired to work on site.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-33(1) — All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Prior to opening a child care center, at least one (1) caregiver shall have current training or the expiration date shall be no later than three (3) years from the training date in the administration of basic first aid and be on duty at all times. Additionally, all infant and toddler staff shall have current training in basic first aid
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date first aid training documentation.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-115(c) — Drinking fountains shall have a guarded angled stream with water pressure regulated so that the stream rises at least two (2) inches above the guard but does not splash on the floor
Drinking fountain in Preschool hallway dislodged from wall and stream is overshooting to floor. Drinking fountain in toddler hallway does not have a 2" stream.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have education documentation		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name of parent, address, and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for parents		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing drug testing results.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have a physical		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for Dr/Dentist		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-34(2) — Staff shall have training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as follows: In child care centers licensed for infants or toddlers, all infant and toddler caregivers shall be trained annually in infant or pediatric CPR as appropriate
Out of five files reviewed, one infant teacher missing current CPR training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(3) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The childs date of birth, verified by a copy of the childs birth certificate or other legal proof of age
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing birth certificate		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children
Storage closet unlocked in Ones A, leaving teacher purse stored on the floor accessible to children. Laundry room unlocked in infant building leaving cleaning supplies and tools accessible to children. Cleaning supplies stored accessible in lower unlocked cabinets in Young Twos, Older Twos, and both preschool classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table cabinet. Teacher purse stored accessible in Younger Twos closet. Cleaners stored unlocked in teachers bathroom in 4/5s classroom. Outlets uncovered in multiple classrooms.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(7) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Verification that staff is free of tuberculosis within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter
Out of five files reviewed, four files did not have up to date TB test results.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided
Out of five files reviewed, three files missing documentation of Orientation training		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) — An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit: (1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and (2) the applicant fingerprints; for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
One teacher missing documentation of completing fingerprints or submitting a consent form in I-LEAD for a background check		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Bathrooms throughout the center being used for storage that is not related to bathrooming or stored sanitizable (toys, furniture, cleaning supplies, clothing uncovered, personal items, etc.)		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date Universal Precautions training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing information on parents employment		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(4) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Information regarding the childs social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing documentation on child's development		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-78(g)(1) — Centers shall not offer foods that present a choking hazard to children under three (3) years of age, including, but not limited to, the following: Whole grapes
Observed whole grapes on toddler's lunch plates		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-82(c) — For children requiring a special diet due to medical reasons or allergic reactions, the center shall provide meals and snacks in accordance with the childs needs and the written instructions of the childs physician
Toddler with special diet was given wrong milk in toddler room.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Preschool room is out of ratio with 12 children ages 3-5 and one caregiver.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) — The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation
Program has not submitted an application for renewal		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Menus posted do not have correct dates or portion sizes noted.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-111(c) — Staff shall not stack tables or chairs in the class room/area while children are awake
Chairs stacked in Young Twos classroom with children present. Chairs stacked in 4/5s classroom with children present.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-133(b)(2) — Each room shall have, at a minimum, the following: A sand/water/sensory table or container with equipment for measuring and pouring
Sensory tables in toddler classrooms observed to be empty. Sensory tables observed empty and stored in bathrooms in Twos classrooms.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(5) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: An annual written evaluation of the employees performance
Out of five files reviewed, two files were missing annual evaluations		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Bathrooms throughout the center being used for storage that is not related to bathrooming or stored sanitizable (toys, furniture, cleaning supplies, clothing uncovered, personal items, etc.)		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date Universal Precautions training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing information on parents employment		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(4) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Information regarding the childs social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing documentation on child's development		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) — A child care center shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for an individual who: is employed
Out of five files reviewed, one file missing drug testing results.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Younger Twos classroom out of ratio with 6 children and 1 teacher		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director
Program does not currently have a qualified director hired to work on site.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-33(1) — All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Prior to opening a child care center, at least one (1) caregiver shall have current training or the expiration date shall be no later than three (3) years from the training date in the administration of basic first aid and be on duty at all times. Additionally, all infant and toddler staff shall have current training in basic first aid
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date first aid training documentation.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-115(c) — Drinking fountains shall have a guarded angled stream with water pressure regulated so that the stream rises at least two (2) inches above the guard but does not splash on the floor
Drinking fountain in Preschool hallway dislodged from wall and stream is overshooting to floor. Drinking fountain in toddler hallway does not have a 2" stream.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have education documentation		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(2) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name of parent, address, and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for parents		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 — Building maintenance
Exterior doors in 3/4s classroom and Kitchen rusted out at the bottom -daylight seen coming through. Paint/drywall coming off wall in 3/4s classroom near bathrooms. Drywall exposed near hand washing sink in 4/5s classroom.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(6) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Physical examination verification form with physicians or nurse practitioners signature within thirty (30) days of employment dated no earlier than twelve (12) months prior to date of hire
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have a physical		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing contact information for Dr/Dentist		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-34(2) — Staff shall have training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as follows: In child care centers licensed for infants or toddlers, all infant and toddler caregivers shall be trained annually in infant or pediatric CPR as appropriate
Out of five files reviewed, one infant teacher missing current CPR training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(7) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Verification that staff is free of tuberculosis within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter
Out of five files reviewed, four files did not have up to date TB test results.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided
Out of five files reviewed, three files missing documentation of Orientation training		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) — An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit: (1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and (2) the applicant fingerprints; for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
One teacher missing documentation of completing fingerprints or submitting a consent form in I-LEAD for a background check		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(3) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The childs date of birth, verified by a copy of the childs birth certificate or other legal proof of age
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing birth certificate		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children
Storage closet unlocked in Ones A, leaving teacher purse stored on the floor accessible to children. Laundry room unlocked in infant building leaving cleaning supplies and tools accessible to children. Cleaning supplies stored accessible in lower unlocked cabinets in Young Twos, Older Twos, and both preschool classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table cabinet. Teacher purse stored accessible in Younger Twos closet. Cleaners stored unlocked in teachers bathroom in 4/5s classroom. Outlets uncovered in multiple classrooms.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-78(g)(1) — Centers shall not offer foods that present a choking hazard to children under three (3) years of age, including, but not limited to, the following: Whole grapes
Observed whole grapes on toddler's lunch plates		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-82(c) — For children requiring a special diet due to medical reasons or allergic reactions, the center shall provide meals and snacks in accordance with the childs needs and the written instructions of the childs physician
Toddler with special diet was given wrong milk in toddler room.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision
Preschool room is out of ratio with 12 children ages 3-5 and one caregiver.		 —
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(7) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Verification that staff is free of tuberculosis within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter
Out of five files reviewed, four files did not have up to date TB test results.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— 410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage
Deli meat prepared for lunch in advance and left on counter -no longer cold to touch, not stored refrigerated until time to serve. Bread observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Cereal observed in kitchen not stored sealed. Blueberries and apple slices observed in fridge not stored sealed/dated.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-2(c) — The center shall submit a complete application including all required written documentation
Program has not submitted an application for renewal		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-76(b) — Menus shall show serving sizes, specific food items, and serving times for all snacks and meals
Menus posted do not have correct dates or portion sizes noted.		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(4) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Information regarding the childs social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Out of four files reviewed, one file missing documentation on child's development		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable
Bathrooms throughout the center being used for storage that is not related to bathrooming or stored sanitizable (toys, furniture, cleaning supplies, clothing uncovered, personal items, etc.)		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH
Out of five files reviewed, two files missing up to date Universal Precautions training		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-36(6) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: Place of employment and working hours of the parent and the employers address and telephone number
Out of four files reviewed, two files missing information on parents employment		 Yes
?— 470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test
Out of five files reviewed, one file did not have education documentation		 Yes

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (229)

229 inspection record(s) on file from IN-FSSA.

Ownership

Christy Williams

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KIDS OF THE KINGDOM CHILDCARE 0 0.9 km

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