Toepperwein Road KinderCare

During the investigation, it was determined that the operation failed to comply with minimum standards by not providing immunization records to the health department within the requested time frame.

An employee in the toddler room was in direct care of children prior to having an eligible background check.

One out of ten staff files was missing the pre-affidavit form signed by a caregiver.

The operation's fire inspection was past due. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/4/2024 and was due 3/4/2025.

Two of ten children's records reviewed did not have updated immunization records on file.

Seven of ten children's records reviewed did not have updated immunization records.

Two of ten children's records did not have a health care provider statement on file.

One of ten caregivers reviewed for CPR training did not have hands on skills training completed for CPR.

A child's nebulizer was stored in the child's cubby and then moved into the closet causing the operation to lose its whereabouts. Due to the medication not being stored properly, the operation is being cited for judgment.

A child's nebulizer was stored in the child's cubby and later placed in the closet in the room and not stored with the other medications that are located in the office of the assistant director.

An employee spanked a child to prevent the child from biting another child. The employee provided the operation with a written statement and there was a witness to the incident.

A written statement written by the employee was received stating that she "grabbed and patted" the child on the bottom.