Mountain View Childcare LLC

During a renewal inspection on 8/10/26, certification rep observed a metal floor vent cover that went bent, which created a sharp edge.

During a renewal inspection on 8/10/26, certification rep observed peeling paint on the bottom of the fence in the toddler playground.

During a renewal inspection on 8/10/26, certification rep observed exposed bolts that secured play steering wheels to the fence in the toddler play area.

During a renewal inspection on 8/10/26, child files were reviewed. The health assessment on file for child # 1 was dated 8/18/25, therefore no longer valid (see code sheet for DOB).

During a renewal inspection on 8/10/26, child files were reviewed. There was no address provided for the release persons on the emergency contact form.

On 1/14/26, operator self-reported non-compliance. On 1/14/26, staff # 1 left child # 1 in the bathroom for approximately 30 seconds. Staff # 1 miscounted the children assigned to them when leaving the bathroom to return to the classroom. Staff # 1 counted correctly when leaving the classroom and arriving at the bathroom; she miscounted when returning to the classroom and immediately realized she was missing a child when counting at the classroom door. Supervision policy at the facility requires staff to count children before transitioning to and from an area of the facility.

During a renewal inspection on 8/7/25, certification rep observed the floor in the preschool classroom to be buckling in the center which created a tripping hazard. Certification rep observed two broken wooden slats on the outdoor fence, one of which had exposed nails.

During a renewal inspection on 8/7/25, certification rep observed splintered wood with exposed staples near the top of the slide on the wooden climbing structure.

Staff person # 1 did not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 2/28/24. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is dated 3/9/24.

During an allocated unannounced inspection, cert rep observed climbing mats in the young toddler classroom with torn edges.

The dates of request for out of state clearances is after the dates of hire for both staff persons # 1 and 2. The out of state clearances are for staff person # 1 (see code sheet for date of hire) are dated 8/19/24 and the date of out of state clearances for staff person # 2 (see code sheet for date of hire) are dated 8/27/24.

During the renewal inspection on 8/27/24, the operator informed the rep that the parents are not provided with a letter that explains the emergency procedures.

During a renewal inspection on 8/27/24, there was splintered wood observed on the gate leaving the outdoor play area. There was also a missing wooden fence slat. On the wooden barrier surrounding the mulched area, splintered wood was observed. There was a red cushion observed in the pre k classroom with torn edges leaving it unable to be properly sanitized.

The emergency plan reviewed during the inspection on 8/27/24, did not have accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency lock down and shelter in place at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 8/27/24, no written plan identifying the means of transporting children to emergency care and staffing provisions was observed in any of the classrooms.

During a complaint investigation on 7/30/24, it was verified that staff person # 1 spoke inappropriately to a parent at the time of pick up. It was unable to be determined exactly what staff person # 1 said to the parent, however, the director required the staff take a training and a written warning was issued for the incident.

An initial inspection was conducted on 11/21/23. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The request for NY SOR and NY CARI were made 10/18/23 and 10/26/23 respectively, after the date of hire for Staff Person #2. The request for NY SOR and NY CARI were made 10/18/23 and 11/16/23 respectively, after the date of hire for Staff Person #3.

An initial inspection was conducted on 11/21/23. At that time, the facility did not have an emergency plan.

An initial inspection was conducted on 11/21/23. At that time, three uncovered electrical outlets were observed in the preschool room on the counter where they were accessible to the children under five in care.

An initial inspection was conducted on 11/21/23. At that time, the trash cans used for diapering in the young toddler room and older toddler room were not hands free.

An initial inspection was conducted on 11/21/23. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1, an assistant group supervisor, contained verification of high school education but did not include verification of 2 years' experience (2500 hours) working with children.