Kids Castle Hill

On 10/3/24, at time of inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 files did not contain a completed NSOR clearance as required by CPSL. Staff #1 was observed unsupervised with children in the Young Toddler Room.

On 10/3/24, at time of renewal, air fresheners containing toxic liquid were observed accessible to children plugged into outlets located in the OT room and PS room. Additionally, an azalea plant known to be toxic was observed accessible to children in the entry way of the back building. Two rhododendron plants known to be toxic were observed accessible to children along the walkway leading to the outdoor PlaySpace.

On 10/3/24, at time of renewal, a training chair in the PS bathroom was not emptied and sanitized after use.

On 10/3/24, at time of renewal, a shelf in the young toddler room was not mounted to the wall, causing a possible safety hazard if pulled forward on of a child.

On 10/3/24, at time of renewal, children were observed eating from Styrofoam plates.

On 10/3/24, at time of renewal, Child #1 file did not contain an initial health report, including immunization record.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service trainings: Health & Safety, Mandated Reporter, and Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training: Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff #2 and #3 were observed working together in the YT Room unsupervised by a staff person who has completed the preservice trainings.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #1, #2 and #4 files did not contain completed NSOR clearance as required by CPSL.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal, Staff #1 was observed out of ratio with 8 children in the rear Toddler Room while Staff #6 left the group to answer the door. The youngest children were Young Toddlers.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, an embedded play structure containing swings and a slide was observed on the outdoor play space. The play equipment was not mounted over loose fill or protective surfac covering that meets the requirements of the USCPSC. Additionally, the manufacturer's warning & safety instructions states in writing that this specific play equipment is designed for backyard use only and is NOT intended for schools, day care facilities, nurseries or other public places.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal, the facility's emergency plan did not include a method for parents to be contacted at the beginning of an emergency and when the emergency has ended.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, a letter explaining the facility's emergency plan procedures is not provided to the parent of each enrolled child.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal, handwashing signs were not posted at the diapering area located in the YT room, OT room and the sink located in the room adjacent to the OT room.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal, a source of running water for handwashing was not present in the diapering area located in the rear building Toddler Room.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, a dirty pack n play containing leaves and debris was observed on the outdoor play space.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal, an annual emergency drill was not conducted at the facility.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, a policy addressing Shaken Baby Syndrome/Head Trauma/Maltreatment of Children was not on file at the facility.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #6 file did not contain annual fire safety training. The last fire safety training on file was dated 9/14/22.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff person #2 and #4 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health & Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff person #1 and #3 and #5 have not completed the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.

On 10/12/23, at time of renewal inspection, Staff #2, #4 and #5 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire: Mandated Reporter Training

During unannounced monitoring certification observed 9 children outside in the play yard together with two teachers. The youngest child was 2 months old.

During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature. The water temperature was 116.6° F.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed the wall above the sink in the bathroom needing repair.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed broken hula hoops in the playground. Director made correction on site

During renewal inspection certification rep observed the play pens not labeled for the use of a specific child. Director made correction on site

During renewal inspection certification rep did not see information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

During unannounced monitoring certification observed children in the building that is licensed to another child care facility (Shaping Tomorrow Child Care Services)

During unannounced visit certification rep did not observe any age appropriate toys for young children and infant.

During unannounced monitoring certification rep observed the blue outdoor play equipment not anchored to the ground.

During unannounced visit certification rep observed small blocks and toys (smaller than 1 inch) accessible to young children.

During initial inspection, certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 physical was expired. Staff 2 was missing TB result and date it was read