Inspire Early Education · Palmyra

On 2/13/25, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance dated 9/22/24 which was after their start date.

On 2/13/25, it was observed that the mop bucket with cleaning water was accessible to children in the cubby area of the preschool classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 2/13/25, it was observed that child medication logs were not filled out completely. The medication log for child 7 did not include times to administer the medication. The medication log for child 8 did not include dates to administer the medication.

On 2/13/25, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated timely. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 9/12/24 that was not updated until 10/19/24.

On 2/13/25, it was observed that Staff person 1 did not update their Pediatric first aid/CPR before it expired. Staff person 1 had a first aid/CPR training on file that expired on 10/31/24 that was not updated until 11/7/24.

On 2/13/25, it was observed that staff person 3 only had 1 written nonfamily reference on file. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 1/8/24, it was confirmed through staff interview that staff persons 1 and 2 were unaware of the whereabouts of a child in their primary group and could not find them upon parent pick up. Child was found in the attached classroom bathroom.

On 5/1/24 it was observed that there were hazards on the playground outside the Pre K classroom. The metal spikes holding down the railroad ties were observed to be protruding causing a tripping or impalement hazard. The railroad tie on the left side of the mulch area was observed to be very soft in the middle. posing a foot entrapment or tripping hazard.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children. Diaper creams were observed to be stored in the unlocked cabinet, under the changing table. in the infant room. Sunscreen was observed to be accessible in the Pre K classroom on the desk, in the bag on the floor, and in the basket near the cubby room.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that the first aid kit in the Young Toddler classroom was missing rubber gloves. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling paint was observed behind the table in the eating area in the infant classroom. Peeling paint was observed on the wall and windowsill in the eating area in the young toddler classroom. Peeling paint was observed on the door to the library in the Pre K classroom.

On 5/1/24 damaged equipment was observed at the facility. The carpet was torn in the preschool classroom causing an entanglement/tripping hazard. CORRECTED ON SITE. The hose box lid was cracked on the toddler playground causing a pinching hazard.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that the medication log for child 2 did not indicate whether the medication required refrigeration or the dosage amount.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that the medication log for child 3 did not indicate the dates the medication should be administered.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed as the cook for longer than 90 days and did not have record of completed Mandated Reporter Training on file.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that the emergency contact form for child 1 did not include addresses for the persons to whom the child may be released to.

On 5/1/24, it was observed that the emergency contact form for child 1 did not have signed parental consent for administration of first aid.

On 3/14/24, it was observed that there were mouse droppings in the kitchen on the open shelving and under the sink. Mouse droppings were also observed on the floor in the school age and older toddler classrooms.

On 10/19/23 it was observed that staff health assessments were not on file before starting employment. Continued non-compliance was observed on 1/10/24. Staff person 5 was currently employed as the cook and did not have a health assessment or TB test on file.

On 12/6/23, it was observed that the facility was out of ratio between 7:45 AM and 8:00 AM. Continued Non-Compliance from 11/3/23. Staff person 1 was observed in the preschool classroom with 11 preschool age children. Ratio for this group should have been 1 adult to 10 children. 13 children (1 infant and 12 young and older toddlers) were observed in the toddler classroom. Staff person 2 stated that their primary care group was 1 infant and 3 younger toddlers. Staff person 3 was responsible for the remaining 9 young and older toddlers. Ratio for staff person 3 should have been 1 adult to 5 children.

On 12/6/23, it was observed that child 1 was restrained in a crib from 7:45 until 8:20 AM. The child was an infant who was awake for the duration of this time.

On 11/3/23 it was observed that ratio was not met in the facility. At 7:50 AM it was observed that there were 12 children observed in the toddler classroom (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, and 6 older toddlers) with staff person 3 and 4. Staff ratio should have been 1 adult to 4 children. At 7:50 AM it was observed that there were 30 children in the school age classroom (9 preschoolers and 21 school age children) with staff person 1 and 2. Staff ratio should have been 1 adult to 10 children.

On 11/3/23 it was observed that children's hands were not washed after diaper changes in the young toddler classroom. Staff person 4 was observed changing 3 consecutive diapers without washing each child's hands.

On 11/3/23, it was observed that staff hands were not washed after diaper changes in the young toddler classroom. Staff person 4 was observed completing 3 consecutive diaper changes without washing their hands after each child.

On 11/3/23, it was observed that there were 30 children present in the school age classroom where the measured capacity is 21.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 4/20/23 that was not updated until 5/22/23. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 1 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 4/25/23 that was not updated until 10/18/23. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 5/1/23 that was not updated. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 1 may not work until child abuse clearance is updated. Staff person 1 had a Mandated Reporter training on file that expired on 8/9/23 that was not updated until 10/4/23. Mandated Reporter Training must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 4 did not have a State Police clearance or provisional paperwork on file verifying it was submitted. Clearances or Provisional Paperwork must be on file before starting employment with children. Staff person 4 may not work until completed State Police clearance is on file. Staff person 3 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file and had been employed longer than 90 days. All…

On 10/19/23, it was observed that staff person 6 did not have completed Health and Safety training or pediatric first aid and CPR training on file. I was stated by management staff that staff person 6 drives the bus by themselves. Staff persons may not work alone without completion of Health and Safety training or pediatric first aid and CPR training.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that the used water cups from snack time were stored in a plastic bin on the floor beside the sink counter in the One's classroom. A one year old child was observed drinking out of at least 4 different cups in the bin without intervention.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that staff person 6 was working alone with children as the bus driver and did not have record of completion of Emergency Plan training on file. Staff person 6 may not work alone until Emergency Plan training is completed.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that the first aid kit in the 2's classroom did not contain rubber gloves. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 10/19/23 it was observed that there was peeling paint in the facility. Peeling Paint was observed on the wall by the hallway door, in the 2's classroom. Peeling Paint/splintering wood was observed on the green half door between the one's and two's classrooms.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that there was a visible layer of dirt that could be scraped off with a finger on the vent covers by the exit doors in the School Age, Preschool, and PreK classrooms.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that the white couch int he One's classroom was torn on the armrests.

On 10/19/23 it was observed that the medication log for child 10 was incomplete. The medication log did not indicate the dates to administer and whether the medication required refrigeration.

On 10/19/23 it was observed that staff health assessments were not on file before starting employment. Staff person 4 was currently employed with children and did not have a health assessment or TB test on file. Staff person 5 was currently employed as the cook and did not have a health assessment or TB test on file. Staff person 6 was currently employed as the bus driver and did not have a health assessment or TB test on file.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that staff person 6 was employed as the bus driver who drives the school age students alone. Staff person must be at least Assistant Group Supervisor qualified and did not have verification of education or experience on file to meet the requirements for Assistant Group Supervisor.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that there were not arrival/departure times on the agreement forms for child 2 and 4.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that parent work phone number was not listed on the emergency contact form for child 4.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that addresses for release persons were not on the emergency contact form for child 4.

On 10/19/23, it was observed that staff person 4 and 6 were currently employed with children did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.

On 8/2/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 3 had been employed for longer than 45 days and did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff person 3 was observed working alone with the infants and the young toddlers. Not Corrected 10/23/23 Staff person 2, who is it their provisional hire period was observed working alone in the school age classroom and did not have completed Mandated Reporter training on file.-Corrected

On 8/2/23, it was observed that there was not sufficient surfacing material under the embedded playground equipment on the preschool/school age side of the playground.

On 8/2/23, it was observed that requirements for health and safety training were not followed. Staff person 2 had been employed for longer than 90 days and did not have verification of the required Health and Safety training on file. Staff person 1 was in their provisional hire period and did not have health and safety training and first aid/CPR training on file and were observed working alone with children in the school age classroom.

On 8/1/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have verification of education on file. Staff person 1 was functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor and was observed working alone in the school age classroom.

On 1/6/23, it was observed that staff person 1 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 8/31/22 that was not updated until 12/10/22. FBI clearances must be updated every 60 months.

On 1/6/23, it was observed that teacher medication was stored in an unlocked desk drawer. CORRECTED 1/9/23

On 1/6/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the closet door near the teacher's desk.

On 1/6/23, it was observed that the play washer and dryer in the dramatic play area was chipped and splintering.

On 1/6/23, it was observed that staff person 2 had a health assessment on file that expired on 8/17/22 that was not updated until 9/12/22. Staff health assessments must be updated every 24 months.

On 1/6/23, it was observed that the daily schedule of activities was not posted in the Kindergarten and Pre K classrooms. CORRECTED 1/9/23.