DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

COURTYARD EARLY LEARNING CENTER

002806100

(573) 635-4663

225 OSCAR DR
JEFFERSON CITY
MO  65101-1809

COURTYARD KIDDOS, L.L.C.



 

GOFF, CANDACE MARIE

candace@courtyardearlylearningcenter.com


KAYLA TODARO

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

99

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

16 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS; 32 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

03/17/2021

10:15 AM

1:05 PM

UNANNOUNCED

CLOSE SUPERVISION

2395288464


DocumentDocument-Date
ANNUAL DECLARATION 10/28/2020
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 10/21/2019
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 10/21/2019
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 11/01/2019
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 10/21/2019
POLICIES 10/21/2019
DAILY SCHEDULE 10/21/2019
STAFF SHEET 10/28/2020
EQUIPMENT LIST 10/28/2020
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 10/21/2019
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 10/21/2019
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 10/21/2019
SAMPLE FORMS 10/21/2019
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 10/21/2019
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 10/21/2019
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 10/21/2019
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 10/21/2019
APPLICATION 11/06/2019
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 11/22/2019
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 11/22/2019
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 11/22/2019
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 11/22/2019
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 11/25/2019
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 08/11/2020
SANITATION INSPECTION 07/20/2020




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: 2
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 19
Total Children 89
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 6 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Stephanie Bachman and Carlee Bree With 6 children age 1
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Kaitlyn Brown and Tsitsi Muhlwa with 7 children age 1
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Audriana Whitrock and Mallory Bourque with 8 children age 1
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Taylor Sieteneck and Hannah Calvert with 8 under age 1
3 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Candace Goff (director) and Shelia Carter (cook) and Pat Jones (bookkeeper)
2 14 PRESCHOOL Taylor Noblett and Alex Kueck with 14 3 yr olds
2 15 PRESCHOOL Kaitlyn Balin and Nikki Knaup with 15 4-5 yr olds
2 15 PRESCHOOL Layne Himerick and Kasssidy Schilpp with 15 3-4 year olds
2 16 TWO YEAR OLDS Dariana Coleman and Indah Rekosae with 16 two year olds

 
19 CSR 30-62.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.052 Annual Requirements
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by electrical cords hanging within reach of children in the 2 year old room.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (A) states: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
Correction Required
The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: shaving cream. The item(s) was/were located in infant B.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
Violation
The walls located in toddler B was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint behind changing table trash can.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings large enough for a child to crawl or fall through - the openings measured 36".
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. For facilities initially licensed after the effective date of these rules or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
Violation
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet was not convenient for children's use.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 3. states: Toilet and hand washing facilities shall be in working order and convenient for the children's use.
Correction Required
Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
Violation
The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4" and 5".
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. For facilities initially licensed after the effective date of these rules or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: adult size scissors. The item(s) was/were located on a low shelf in the pre K.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
An exit located in 2 year old room was blocked by large toys.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 2. states: Furniture and equipment shall be arranged to provide a clear passage to all exits.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall keep passageways to all exits clear.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
Violation
Requirements for feeding equipment for infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table were not met as evidenced by no restraints are used.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (C) 2. states: Infants and toddlers. Infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table shall have one (1) piece of mealtime feeding equipment for every four (4) infant/toddlers which may include feeding tables, high chairs, infant seats or other safely designed infant seating equipment. Equipment shall be provided which will allow the child to sit comfortably and securely while being fed. Appropriate restraints shall be used.
Correction Required
Safe and secure feeding equipment shall be provided as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
19 CSR 30-62.102 Personnel
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.152 Hourly Care Facilities
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.192 Health Care
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
19 CSR 30-62.222 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
One child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Licensing Rule Reference
19 CSR 30-62.222 Records and Reports (2) (B) states: Full name of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian, home address, employers' name and address, work schedule, and home and work telephone numbers;
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/17/2021
19 CSR 30-63.020 General Requirements
Compliance
19 CSR 30-63.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance