Bedrock Academy

On 7/17/25, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a Child Abuse clearance on file that expired on 1/17/25. Staff person 1 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 3/6/25. Staff person 1 had a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file that expired on 1/13/25. Staff person 2 had a NSOR certificate on file that expired on 11/6/24.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that staff person 4 (a volunteer) was working in the infant classroom with staff person 3 (an aide). No other staff was present to supervise them. Both an Aide and a Volunteer must be supervised by a staff who is qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that child 3 (who is an infant) was sleeping on a boppy pillow in a pack and play.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 did not have emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that toxics were accessible to the children. Medications (Children's Clariton and Nyquil) were observed in the side pockets of the backpack of child 5. The bag was hanging in a cubby accessible to the children.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that a cleaner mixture was in a spray bottle which was not labeled.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that there was a rotting board on the playground. The board had a large indentation and soft spot creating a tripping hazard.

On 7/17/25. it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint was observed on the wall between the window and the bathroom in the toddler (upstairs) classroom. Peeling paint was observed on the left and right side of the exit door in the Preschool (basement) classroom.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that the exit door in the infant classroom was partially blocked by an easel.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that there were broken toys at the facility. A small trampoline was observed to have broken attachments for the trampoline. CORRECTED ON SITE. A dollhouse was observed to have a broken support in the basement classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 7/17/25. it was observed that there was insufficient surfacing under the playground equipment. It was observed that there was approximately 6 inches of mulch present where 9 inches would have been needed.

On 6/12/25, it was observed that transportation ratios were not met while transporting preschool age children. Staff person 6 was observed transporting 4 preschool/school age children without an additional adult to meet ratio. Staff person 5 was observed transporting 4 preschool/school age children without an additional adult to meet ratio.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that the facility did not have documentation that their emergency plan had not been sent to the local or county agencies.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 did not have an evaluation completed in the previous 12 months.

On 7/17/25, it was observed that child 3 and 5 did not have addresses on file for their release persons.

On 9/5/24, it was observed that large furniture was unstable in the facility. In the Ones classroom a large easel was leaning against a wall and was unstable possibly allowing a child to pull it over on themselves. CORRECTED ON SITE. In the Preschool classroom one of the section of cubbies was not latched correctly making it unsteady allowing the possibility of it being pushed over. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 9/5/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint/exposed plaster in the facility. In the One year old classroom, it was observed that there was peeling paint under the window between the two cribs. CORRECTED ON SITE. In the Two year old classroom, it was observed that there were two holes in the wall on the left side of the bike storage area. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 9/5/24, it was observed that there was approximately 4 inches of rubber mulch in the fall zones around the outdoor climber where 6 inches were required. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 9/5/24, it was observed that staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 5/24/24 that was not updated until 7/30/24.

On 9/5/24, it was observed that children 3 and 5 had been enrolled for longer than 6 months and did not have a Child Service Report on file.

On 7/25/24, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1, 2, 3, and 4 had documented criminal history on file, which should have been reviewed by the regional office, that had not been submitted for review. Staff persons 1, 2, 3, and 4 may not work alone until criminal history has been reviewed and approved. Staff person 3 was currently working in the facility and did not have a child abuse clearance on file. Staff person 3 may not work in a childcare position until the Child Abuse clearance is on file. Staff person 3 did not have a date on their disclosure statement. Staff person 4 had been employed for longer than 45 days and did not have a FBI clearance or a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff person 4 may not work return to a childcare position until the FBI and NSOR are on file.

On 7/25/24, it was observed that staff person 3 did not have 2 written, nonfamily references on file. Staff person 3 only had 1 reference on file. One additional reference is needed.

On 4/28/244, it was observed that staff person 2 had verification of education on file from a foreign country that had not been certified for equivalency in the United States. Continued Non-Compliance from 1/7/24.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that the first aid kit in the basement classroom did not contain tape. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that the padded climber in the toddler classroom was torn on the purple steps and the blue mat. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that the facility had not sent their emergency plan to the county emergency management agency.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that staff person 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 had not completed fire safety training within the previous 12 months.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that a written schedule was not posted for the school age children in the basement classroom where they were receiving care.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that staff person 2 had verification of education on file from a foreign country that had not been certified for equivalency in the United States.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that staff person 2 had been employed longer than 90 days and had not completed pediatric first aid and CPR training.

On 1/17/24, it was observed that staff person 1 had not completed 12 training hours in the previous 12 months.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that staff person 2 was not hired according to CPSL (Child Protective Services Law). Staff person 2 had a Child Abuse clearance on file dated 9/9/22 which was after their start date. A Child Abuse clearance must be on file before a staff person starts with children. Staff person 2 had a FBI clearance on file dated 6/0/22 which was after their start date. No provisional paperwork was available. FBI clearance or appropriate provisional paperwork must be on file before a staff person starts with children.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the power strip did not have the covers on two of the outlets. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that diaper cream was accessible to young toddlers in the one year old classroom. The diaper cream was stored in an unlocked bin on a low shelf outside the bathroom door. CORRECTED ON SITE

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the heat vents in the ones classroom, that were accessible to the children, measured at 140 degrees.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the red carpet square at the teachers chair was peeling up creating a tripping hazard.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that peeling paint was present in the facility. Peeling paint was observed on the half wall in the upstairs toddler room between the toddler room and the cubby room. Peeling paint was observed on the top of the half wall between the infant sleeping and play area. Peeling paint was observed in the basement bathroom.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the wooden train on the playground had peeling paint on all of the wheels and a protruding screw in the front at the bottom.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that child 1 and 2 did not have a flu shot according to the recommended schedule or an exemption letter from a physician or parent.. Child 1 did not have record of any flu shot on file. Child 2 had a flu shot on file dated 11/16/21 which had not been updated.

It was observed that staff person 1 did not update their health assessment in a timely manner. Staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 12/17/21. An updated health assessment was not available.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that an infant feeding schedule was not on file for child 17.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill in the previous 12 months.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the facility did not submit a letter to the local traffic authority in the previous 12 months.

On 1/20/23, it was observed that the regulations and contact information for the regional office was not accessible to parents. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 10/17/22, it was observed that outlet covers were missing on the outlet on the front porch that is used for outdoor play and on the surge protector by the computers in the basement classroom.

On 10/17/22, it was observed that toxics were accessible in the upstairs infant/toddler classroom. Diaper creams were stored in a lower, unlocked drawer beside the changing table.

On 10/17/22, it was observed that small items, less than 1 inch in diameter were accessible in the basement classroom where an older toddler was present. Beads, plastic bags, unifix cubes, and a foil candy wrapper were accessible.

On 9/2/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 was observed working with children without a child abuse clearance on file. Staff person 1 may not work with children until child abuse clearance is on file. Staff person 1 had proof of submission of the FBI clearance, but was past their 45 days and did not have a FBI clearance on file. Staff person 1 may not work with children until FBI clearance is on file.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 7 had a state police clearance on file dated 5/11/22. Clearance or provisional paperwork was not in place before staff person's start date. Staff person 7 did not have a dated disclosure statement on file. Staff person 7 did not have a child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, or a NSOR (national sex offender registry) certificate on file at the time of the inspection when the staff was observed working with children. Staff person 7 may not work with children until required clearances are on file.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that electrical outlets were not covered in the basement preschool classroom where children were observed in care that were under the age of 5: 2 uncovered outlets were observed on the power strip beside the computers. 1 uncovered outlet was observed on the wall outlet by the computers.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that the vent bracket on the baseboard heater, near the exterior door in the basement classroom was broken and protruding creating an injury hazard to the children.

On 5/13/22, peeling paint and exposed plaster was observed in the facility: Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the toddler classroom on the main floor between the window and the small bathroom near the changing table. Peeling Paint was observed on the toddler side of the half wall between the toddler and infant classrooms. Peeling Paint was observed on the vent on the right side of the exit door to the outside in the basement preschool classroom.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that child 1 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a record of their immunizations on file.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that staff health assessments/TB tests were not obtained or updated in a timely manner. Staff person 6 had a health assessment on file that expired on 3/27/21. No updated health assessment was available. Staff person 7 did not have a health assessment or TB test on file until 5/4/22 which was after their start date with children. Staff person 4 had a health assessment on file that expired on 12/30/21. No updated health assessment was available. Staff person 3 had a health assessment on file that expired on 4/14/22. No updated health assessment was available.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that staff did not complete pediatric first aid and CPR in their first 90 Days of hire: Staff person 2 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have pediatric first aid or CPR training on file. Staff person 4 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have pediatric first aid or CPR training on file. Staff person 5 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have pediatric first aid or CPR training on file. Staff person 6 had been employed longer than 90 days and did not have pediatric first aid or CPR training on file.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that children did not have signed parental permissions for first aid or emergency medical care before enrollment. Child 2 did not have signed parental permission for minor first aid or emergency medical care. Child 6 did not have signed parental permission for emergency medical care.

On 5/13/22, it was observed that staff person 7 did not have 2 written non family references on file.

On 3/31/22, it was observed that the half door to the kitchen was open allowing access to the stove for children in the basement preschool classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 3/31/22, it was observed that the children were playing with balloons in the one year old classroom. Balloons present a choking hazard for children who are under the age of 3 and are still placing objects in their mouths. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 3/31/22, it was observed that child 1 had a medication on site and did not have written instructions or signed parental consent for administration of medication.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed: Staff person 2 had State Police and Child Abuse clearances on file for a volunteer. Clearances must be for employment. Staff person 2 may not work with children until clearances for employment are on file. Staff person 6 had a FBI Clearance on file that expired on 1/11/21 and a Child Abuse Clearance on file that expired on 1/11/21. New clearances were not available. Staff person 6 may not work with children until clearances are updated.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have a signed disclosure statement on file.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that the door to the kitchen in the basement classroom was unlocked allowing access to the stove. Heat sources that can exceed 110 degrees must be made inaccessible. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that there were surfaces in the facility in need of repair. Peeling paint was observed on the vent cover by the outdoor exit door in the basement classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE Peeling paint was observed on the door frames to the bathroom and the exit door in the downstairs (toddler) classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE The carpet as torn in on the entrance to the downstairs (toddler) classroom and on the steps leading the upstairs classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE Peeling paint was observed on the door frame to the closet in the cubby area. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that the blue couch in the basement (preschool) classroom was torn and the stuffing was exposed. CORRECTED ON SITE

On 12/1/21, it was observed that current health assessments were not on file. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file dated 12/17/18 which is no longer valid. Staff person 6 had a health assessment on file dated 10/5/19 which is no longer valid.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that the facility emergency plan did not have accommodations for infants and toddlers who did not yet walk. The facility will have infants and young toddlers in care.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that the facility had smoke detectors powered by 9 volt batteries in use on all 3 levels of their facility. All smoke detectors were operable but did not meet the requirement of having a 10 year lithium battery as their power source.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that the certificate of liability insurance was not on file at the facility.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that staff person 2 is listed as the director, but does not have the required verification of 3 years of experience on file to be director qualified. Staff person 2 has an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice and requires 3 years of experience to be director qualified.

On 12/1/21, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.