The Learning Loft HD

There were drinking cups used by the children next to the sink used for handwashing after diapering in the young toddler room.

The operator has a valid reason they are unable to test the facility's smoke detectors. The most recent professional fire alarm inspection report on file was from an inspection dated 2/7/24, more than 12 months prior. The operator indicates they had another inspection on 3/5/25, but they have been unable to obtain documentation of the inspection to this point.

A hinged staple remover with sharp metal ends was accessible to children in an unlocked drawer of a plastic storage tower in the PreK Room

Unlabeled bleach water and Fabulosa cleaning materials were observed in reusable spray bottles in a cabinet in the PreK room.

Peeling paint was observed near base of the wall in the hallway.

A child size wooden table was observed blocking an exit from the facility in the back of the YT care space.

A loose bell was observed on a nylon strap in the musical instrument bin in the older toddler room, The bell came off when tested.

Less than 9 inches of wood mulch was observed in several test spots under and around the embedded playground equipment.

Splintering wood was observed near the bottom of the wooden cubbies in the older toddler room.

The file for child #2, who is under 2 years old, contained consecutive health reports dated more than 6 months apart. A current health report is now on file.

The file for staff #2 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. The file for staff #3 contained an initial health assessment dated after their first day in a child care position. Both files now contain current health assessments.

The annual tests of the facility's fire alarm system were dated more than 12 months apart; 1/16/23 and 2/07/24. A current report is on file.

The files for children #1 and #3 contained initial health reports dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Current health reports are now on file for both children.

The file for staff #4, designated as a Group Supervisor on the staff data sheet, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.

The ID for the director, staff #1, expired 10/22/23.

*At approximately 1:15 PM in Preschool Room 4 there were 12 preschool aged children. Staff #1 named 4 children that were assigned to her group. Staff #2 named 7 children that were assigned to her group. Therefore 1 child was not named or identified as being a part of Staff #1 or Staff #2's group.

***At approximately 1:15 PM in Preschool Room 4 there were 12 preschool aged children. Staff #1 named 4 children that were assigned to her group. Staff #2 named 7 children that were assigned to her group. Therefore 1 child was not named or identified as being a part of Staff #1 or Staff #2's group.

**At approximately 1:15 PM in Preschool Room 4 there were 12 preschool aged children. Staff #1 named 4 children that were assigned to her group. Staff #2 named 7 children that were assigned to her group. Therefore 1 child was not named or identified as being a part of Staff #1 or Staff #2's group.

Based on Fire Drill documentation, there was a gap in the documentation exceeding 60 days where a fire drill was not conducted, 8/18/23 and 10/23/23.

The file for staff #2 contained a state police clearance which was not renewed on or before it's expiration. The previous clearance was date 10/02/17 and was updated on 10/14/22. A current state police clearance is on file for staff #2.

The doors to the kitchen were open leaving the following toxics accessible in an unlocked lower cabinet; Fabuloso and disinfecting wipes. No facility person was observed in the kitchen while the doors were open.

Staff and children were observed in the outdoor play space without the bag containing a first aid kit and the emergency contact forms.

A section of the radiator panel in the older toddler room was not securely attached exposing sharp edges and creating a pinch point. Two thorned weeds, accessible to children, were observed growing in the outdoor pay space.

A toilet in the pre-k restroom was not securely attached to the restroom floor.

An adult rocking chair with a lower support not fully attached to the frame, was observed in the library.

The file for child #2 contained consecutive health reports conducted more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.

Hydrocortisone, which was not labeled for a specific child, was observed in the older toddler room.

Staff in the older toddler room did not ensure a child washed their hands following a diaper change. The child was allowed to return to the table and sit down.

The file for staff #3 contained an initial health assessment conducted more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.

Consecutive fire drills, dated 7/05/22 and 9/09/22, were conducted 66 days apart.

The Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications for staff #1 and #2 were not renewed on or before their expiration. The previous certifications for both staff were dated 5/29/20 and were renewed on 8/04/22. Current certification is now on file.

The agreement for child #1 did not list the services to be provided to the family and the child.

The emergency contact information for child #3 lacked a space designated for the enrolling parent's work address.

The emergency contact information for child #2 lacked addresses for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Staff and children were observed in the outdoor play space without the bag containing the written medical emergency transportation plan.

Based on statements made by staff, on 12/12/22, staff #1 exited a classroom to retrieve supplies from the hall. A young toddler followed the staff person into the hall without the staff person noticing. Staff #1 returned to the classroom and the young toddler was left alone in the hall for approximately 2 minutes.

Based on statements made by staff, on 12/12/22, staff #1 exited a classroom to retrieve supplies from the hall. A young toddler followed the staff person into the hall without the staff person noticing. Staff #1 returned to the classroom and the young toddler was left alone in the hall for approximately 2 minutes.

At approximately 10:35 AM, staff #1 and #2 were observed with 16 preschoolers. When asked, staff #1 identified 8 children as their assigned group. Staff #2 named 7 children. When asked again, staff #1 again identified 8 children. Staff #2 again named 7 children leaving 1 child unidentified.

**At approximately 10:35 AM, staff #1 and #2 were observed with 16 preschoolers. When asked, staff #1 identified 8 children as their assigned group. Staff #2 named 7 children. When asked again, staff #1 again identified 8 children. Staff #2 again named 7 children leaving 1 child unidentified.

*At approximately 10:35 AM, staff #1 and #2 were observed with 16 preschoolers. When asked, staff #1 identified 8 children as their assigned group. Staff #2 named 7 children. When asked again, staff #1 again identified 8 children. Staff #2 again named 7 children leaving 1 child unidentified.

Based on statements made by staff, a space heater was used in the child care facility while children were not present.

The file for Staff #1 contained consecutive FBI clearances dated more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #5 contained FBI and NSOR clearances dated after the first day of hire, without applications or receipts for those clearances.

Adult scissors were observed on the desk in the PS room, accessible to young children, causing a sharp hazard.

The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of initial emergency plan training conducted more than 90 days after the date of hire.

Cigarette butts were observed in the outdoor toddler play space.

A loose handle was observed on the cabinet under the sink in the rear of the Infant Room.

Mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch was observed in the outdoor toddler play space.

Styrofoam insulation surrounding a water pipe in the rear of the infant Room was observed to be ripped, accessible to young children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.

A hydrogen peroxide bottle was observed without a label for whom it was intended in the kitchen.

During an observed diaper change in the Infant Room, a staff member placed a soiled diaper on the changing table, where it remained until the change was complete.

The file for Staff #1 contained a most recent health assessment with a date which was unreadable, making it unable to be determined if it was completed timely. The files for Staff #2 and #4 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart.

During an observed diaper change, staff did not wash their hands after the diaper change was complete, but used hand sanitizer instead.

A bottle containing a liquid substance in the Infant Room was observed to lack a label with the child's name,.

Written notification of safe routes was not posted at the facility on the day of the inspection.

The proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system was not available at the time of inspection. Consecutive annual fire detection test reports were dated more than 12 months apart.

The file for Child #4 contained an agreement form which lacked an enrollment date.

The files for Child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained emergency contact forms which lacked the work address of the enrolling parents. The files for Child #3 and #4 contained emergency contact forms which lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.

The files for Child #2 and #5 contained emergency contact forms which lacked complete addresses for the release persons.

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 extra child care room.

The posted certificate was observed to be expired.

The files for Staff #1 and #2 contained 6 of the 12 required hours of child care training between 12/19/20 and 12/19/21. The file for Staff #3 lacked the 12 required hours of child care training between 12/19/20 and 12/19/21.

On 2/7/22 at 9:50 AM, 2 PS children were observed alone and unsupervised in the hallway, walking from the Pre K Room to the office. On 2/7/22 at approximately 10:10 AM, 1 OT was observed running out of the OT room into the hallway on 2 occasions without staff supervision.

A loose crib sheet was observed on a crib used for a sleeping infant in the Infant Room.

On 2/7/22 at 9:50 AM, 2 PS children were observed alone and unsupervised in the hallway, walking from the Pre K Room to the office. On 2/7/22 at approximately 10:10 AM, 1 OT was observed running out of the OT room into the hallway on 2 occasions without staff supervision.

On 2/7/22 at 9:50 AM, 2 PS children were observed alone and unsupervised in the hallway, walking from the Pre K Room to the office. On 2/7/22 at approximately 10:10 AM, 1 OT was observed running out of the OT room into the hallway on 2 occasions without staff supervision.

A crib containing a sleeping infant in the Infant Room was observed to lack 2 feet of space on 3 sides.