Sunshine Christian Daycare and Learning Center

Facility person #3 had a NSOR certificate dated 1.30.20 and received the updated NSOR certificate on 1.31.25 causing a 1-day lapse between renewing the clearance. Facility person #4 had a NSOR certificate dated 1.30.20 and received the updated NSOR certificate on 2.5.25 causing a 5-day lapse between renewing the clearance.

During the time of inspection, the 2 year old classroom had diaper cream under the changing table in an open bin accessible to children. - Corrected on site

During the time of inspection, in the 2 year old classroom, diapering wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" were under the changing table accessible to children. - Corrected on site

During the time of inspection, the 1 year old classroom had multiple glue sticks and fabric paint labeled "not for children under 3 years old" accessible to children. The 2 year old classroom had multiple glue sticks labeled "not for children under 3 years old" accessible to children.

During the time of inspection, van #438 first aid kit was missing water, scissors, and soap. During the time of inspection, van #521 first aid kit was missing water and soap.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fan located in the 2 year old room had significant dust on it.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the men's restroom upstairs did not have a handwashing sign posted.

During the time of inspection, the 2-year-old classroom had a plastic ladybug with a diameter of less than 1 inch accessible to children. The 3-year-old classroom had a cabinet unlocked with large plastic table clothe and plastic bags accessible to children.

During the time of inspection, the thermometer in the kitchen refrigerator was 48° F.

More information is needed from a health care professional regarding the examination for communicable diseases for facility person #7.

It was observed, in the 1-year-old classroom, that during a diaper change, a teacher used hand sanitizer at the completion of the diaper change.

Facility person #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not have documentation available to show a written evaluation in the past 12 months.

During the time of inspection, the 1-year-old classroom was missing 1 emergency contact for a child that was present in the classroom.

Child #1, #2, and #3 did not have documentation of the financial agreement updated in the past 6 months.

Facility Person #6 had one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Facility Person #7 had one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The second reference stated they were related to facility person #7.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the 4 year old class went to a park off property with 1 staff person.

Documentation of the emergency plan on file did not include continuity of operations.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the water temperature in the preschool classroom was 160° F and the water temperature in the women's restroom was 138° F.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the fan located in the 2 year old room had significant dust on it. The fan was cleaned during the time of inspection. During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were 2 sagging ceiling tiles and 1 ceiling tile with a water stain present in the preschool space.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the men's restroom downstairs did not have a handwashing sign posted.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the upstairs restrooms did not have lidded trash cans.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were dirty toy bins in the 2 year old room.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a plastic bag accessible to children in the 2 year old room. The plastic bag was removed during the time of inspection.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the 2 year old cots were not labeled.

During the time of inspection it was observed that the 2 year old room diapering trash can was broken so that it was not hands free.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the transportation van 438 had insurance that expired 3/2/24.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the transportation van 438 did not have soap in the emergency kit.

Documentation was not on file for testing smoke detectors upstairs at least once every 30 days.

Documentation that is reviewed with the parents at the time of application did not include transportation or supervisions policies.

Child #1 did not have a child service report on file.

During the time of inspection, it was observed that the transportation van 521 and van 438 did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed: Staff person 1 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) clearance on file and was past 45 days of employment with children. Staff person may not work in the facility until NSOR clearance is on file. Staff person 1 had clearances on file that indicated previous criminal history. Provider did not submit staff person 1 clearances for review to the Regional Office. Staff person 1 may not work alone until clearance review is complete. Staff person 1 did not have a required clearance review or a NSOR clearance on file and was observed working alone with children while driving them to and from school. Staff person 4 had a FBI clearance that indicated that there was a criminal record and a RAP sheet was not on file. Staff person 4 did not have complete clearances on file and was observed working alone in the preschool classroom. Staff person 5 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) clearance on file and was past 45 days of employment with children. Staff person 5 may not work in the facility until NSOR clearance is on file.

On 2/8/23 it was observed that the facility was out of ratio. Between 9:30 and 10:15 staff person 4 was observed in the dining area with 9 preschoolers and 1 young toddler. Ratio should have been 1:5 due to the presence of the young toddler. Between 12:14 and 12:30 Staff persons 2 and 3 were observed in the 3 year old classroom with 8 preschoolers and 6 school age children. Staff person 2 is a volunteer and cannot be counted in the ratio. Staff person 3 was alone with 14 preschoolers and school age children. Ratio should have been 1:10.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the building surfaces were not in good repair. In the preschool classroom, one of the floor tiles was missing. In the school age area, there was a cover missing on the light switch.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in areas accessible to children 5 years or younger. An outlet cover was missing in the 3 year old classroom on the power strip on the right side of the classroom from the door. CORRECTED ON SITE. An outlet cover was missing in the Preschool classroom behind the teachers desk. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that both of the kitchen doors were left open and the kitchen unattended. The kitchen had a stove and easily accessible cleaning products such as bleach.

On 2/8/23 it was observed that the lid of the crayon bin was broken in the school age classroom.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that there was dirt and debris under the mat of the changing table in the 2 year old classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that pick up and drop off procedures with safe routes was not posted at the facility.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the file of child #3, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of 4 DTAP vaccinations, 4 HiB vaccinations, 1 varicella Vaccination, and 1 Hepatitis A vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 1/18/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the training requirements for health and safety training topics was not met. Staff person 4 was observed working alone in the preschool classroom and had not completed the health and safety training. Staff person 1 completed health and safety training on 3/30/22, but did not complete the 1 hour health and safety update training.

On 2/8/23 it was observed that staff person 2 was working as an Aide at the facility and did not have documentation of education or experience on file to be Aide qualified.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that volunteers were working alone with children. Staff person 1 was observed working alone with the 3 school age children while driving them in the van from school. Staff person 1 only has qualifications on file to be a volunteer.

On2/8/23, it was observed that staff did not have record of child care experience and education on file prior to service at the facility. Staff person 1 was functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, but did not have verification of education or experience on file. Staff person 1 will need to document a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of experience to be an Assistant Group Supervisor. Staff person 4 was functioning as and Assistant Group Supervisor, but did not have verification of experience on file. Staff person 4 will need to document 2 years of experience to be Assistant Group Supervisor qualified.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the emergency contact for child 3 did not include a work address for the enrolling parent.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the emergency contact sheet for child 1 was missing an address for one of their release persons.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that staff person 4 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training on file and was past 90 days of employment with children.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that the regulations or information on how to access the regulations and contact information for the regional office was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.

On 2/8/23 it was observed that a volunteer was counted towards the ratio in the 3 year old classroom. Staff person 2 does not have the requirements on file to be qualified as an aide and can only be used as a volunteer. Staff person 2 was observed working with staff person 3 in the 3 year old classroom with up to 8 preschoolers and 6 school age children.

On 2/8/23, it was observed that there was not a staff person at the facility that had pediatric first aid/CPR training. Staff persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 had a training on file that was not an approved curriculum.

Staff person #1's Mandated Reporter training had a time between trainings which exceeded the 60 months permitted timeframe (11/3/14, 3/14/20). Staff person #2's file did not contain a Disclosure statement.

All staff members stated that the first thing they would do if they suspected child abuse is report it to the Director instead of reporting the suspected abuse to ChildLine.

The facility's emergency plan does not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises or when it ends to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location (corrected during inspection).

The facility's parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include lock-down emergency procedures, a method to contact parents when an emergency arises and when it ends, accommodations for toddlers, and that annual emergency drills will be conducted and documented.

It was observed in the Auditorium/indoor play space, that a protective outlet cover was missing on the far wall (upon entering) behind the piano and near the far wall exit door (corrected during inspection).

It was observed, in the 4s and 5s classroom, that a bottle of hand sanitizer gel was accessible to children near the sink (corrected during inspection).

It was observed that the water temperature at the sink in the 3-5 yr old classroom measured 127 degrees F. The water temperature of the Women's bathroom sink (outside of the indoor play space), which children utilize measured 125 degrees F and the Men's bathroom in the same location (used by children in care) measured 126.6 degrees F. The boy's bathroom room between the two childcare rooms had a water temperature of 123 degrees F.

It was observed that telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted in the Auditorium/play space.

It was observed that the first-aid kit in the 4s and 5s classroom did not contain gauze (corrected during inspection).

It was observed that in the back room on the right (1 yr old room), the diaper pad on the changing table had 3 tears. In the 4s and 5s room, there was a broken side, wooden panel on the transportation table/toy.

It was observed that the refrigerator used to store food and drinks for the children did not contain an operating thermometer.

Child #1's (DOB 2/22/20) most current Influenza vaccination was 12/14/20. Child #4's most current Influenza vaccination was in 2019. Child #5 has no record of receiving any Influenza vaccinations.

The Harmony Juvenile Products booster seat (manufactured 2013) being used when transporting children expired in 2019.

The vehicle insurance for the 2020 Chevrolet vehicle being used to transport children expired September 2021.

The facility's emergency plan does not include accommodations for toddlers.

The facility had not conducted and documented an annual emergency drill.

Evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

There was no record of testing the smoke detectors every 30 days. The facility did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system on record.

The facility's emergency plan does not include lock-down emergency procedures.

At the time of enrollment, parents have not received, in writing, the facility's supervision policy.

Child #3's agreement did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The agreements of children #1 through #5 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

The parents of children #1 through #5 did not receive the original agreement. Original agreements were in children's files.

The emergency contact information for child #1 was missing the release person's address. Child #4's emergency contact information was missing the complete address of the release person (did not include city and state).

It was observed that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the Auditorium/indoor playspace.

Child #1 (incident 8/25/21) #4 (incident 8/31/21), and #5's (incident 7/26/21) files contained original incident reports.

Staff person #2's file does not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. It contains only one.

The operator did not provide the parent of each enrolled child with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office (corrected during inspection).

Staff persons #3, #4, and #5's files did not contain proof of 12 clock hours of child care training (all contained 6 hours).