Sharons Kid Korner

The operation has not had a gas leak inspection in the past 2 years.

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a caregiver grabbed a child by their wrist and yanked them down.

This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance when it was found the permit holder informed a parent they were not allowed past the welcome area of the daycare.

Upon arrival to the daycare no staff knew who was in charge at the time.

Upon arrival at the daycare a caregiver was seen listening to music with headphones in both ears and using her cell phone while watching children.

The operational policies were missing a statement on Hearing and Vision Requirements.

The operational policies and enrollment paperwork were missing information on parents rights during review.

During the inspection nap mats were observed set up in a room in a way that did not allow access without having to step over children.

During review 2 caregivers were found to have out of date CPR/First Aid.

The after school room was observed and individual storage for children's belongings was not available.

During the investigation it was found the director did not ensure that the caregivers were supervising their children when caregivers were observed in the office with the director instead of their classrooms.

During the investigation it was found that a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.

During the investigation it was found that a caregiver left her class unattended and out of proximity for 15 minutes.

This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The annual verification for Liability Insurance was due on 11/30/2023 and has not been completed.

The employees who left survey was not completed by the required due date of 11:59PM on January 15th.

During the inspection a few areas of chipping paint were observed.

Multiple infants feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in 30 days.

A caregiver was seen conducting a diaper change. The caregiver did not wash their hands between each change.

During the inspection a few holes and areas of chipping paint were observed. The holes exposed dry wall to the children.

During the inspection a caregiver was observed present and on the staff list that had an inactive background.

During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, 5 were missing the address for the emergency contact and 3 were missing their Health Statement.

During the inspection caregiver training hours were observed, 4 out of the 10 did not meet the required 24 hours of annual training.

During the inspection the infant room was observed, 3 play yard did not meet the minimum requirement of 22 inches from the top railing to mattress support. 1 of the play yards had an infant sleeping inside of it.

This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregiver did not have proper supervision of the children in their care which allowed cases of bullying to happen in their room.

This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when the children were being aggressive with each other and nothing was done about the situation.

Based on a DFPS investigation, personnel records were not available at the operation, upon demand. Requested records were later emailed to DFPS.

The operational policies are missing Active Play information, suspension and expulsion policy, hearing and vision info, notification to parents that the operation provides transportation and water activities, and that staff are trained in abuse/neglect awareness and reporting.

Four staff records were reviewed for the Health and Safety Audit and are missing the following trainings: Two staff need HAZMAT, all need food allergies training, all need emergency Preparedness training.