DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

TODAY'S KIDZ ACADEMY, LLC

002782681

(660) 229-0939

806 S STATE ST
KNOB NOSTER
MO  65336-2252

TODAY'S KIDZ ACADEMY, LLC

527 MCCONNELL LN
WHITEMAN AFB
MO  65305-1207

GRAHAM, THEONNA

TODAYSKIDZACADEMY@GMAIL.COM


PENNY SNODGRASS

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

70

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

30 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 29 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

11/01/2021

11:10 AM

12:16 PM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2412323794


DocumentDocument-Date
APPLICATION 07/15/2019
STAFF SHEET 10/07/2019
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 10/04/2019
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 09/16/2019
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 10/04/2019
POLICIES 10/04/2019
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 10/04/2019
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 10/04/2019
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 10/04/2019
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 10/04/2019
DAILY SCHEDULE 10/23/2019
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 10/04/2019
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 10/07/2019
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 10/04/2019
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 07/19/2019
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 07/19/2019
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 10/04/2019
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 10/04/2019
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 07/30/2021
EQUIPMENT LIST 10/18/2021
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 10/18/2021
ANNUAL DECLARATION 10/18/2021
SANITATION INSPECTION 08/26/2021




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 6
Total Children 25
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Toddlers. Myrah Campbell and Alyssa Barton
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Infants. Staff: Brianna Falliti and Amanda Bell
1 5 MIXED 4 & 5 year olds. 1 child is 5 years old. 4 children are 4 years old.
1 5 TWO YEAR OLDS Staff: Theonna Graham.

 
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the floor was soiled.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 7. states: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
Correction Required
Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 7. states: Areas under and around outdoor equipment shall have continuous maintenance to ensure that the material remains in place and retains its cushioning properties. The resilient material shall be supplemented immediately or replaced as needed.
Correction Required
The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/26/2021
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by there was trash (plastic bottle caps, plastic bags) on the playground.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/26/2021
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 approximately 5-6 inches.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
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Compliance Date
10/26/2021
Violation
The floors located in the 3 - 5 year room (bathroom behind toilets & doors), in the toddler room 2 (by back door), 2 year old room & 3 -5 year room (by back door) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by broken wood/tile flooring.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
The ceilings located in the indoor recess room (ceiling fan) , 3- 5 year old room (ceiling tiles) and the indoor recess room (corner of ceiling leak) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by dust on the ceiling fan, stained ceiling tiles and evidence of a water leak in the recess room on the ceiling.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
The walls located in the toddler room, recess room, infant #3 and the 3-5 year old room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping, peeling paint and in the 3-5 year room there were cracks on n1 wall. There was also a screw in the infant #3 room that was on the wall and accessible to children .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
The floors located in the 3-5 year old room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by fraying and tearing of the carpet.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (III) states: If a unit for infants and toddlers is auxiliary to a facility for older children, centers initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, shall have play, sleeping and bathroom space in the infant and toddler unit. This space shall be separated from the space used for older children by floor-to-ceiling walls;
Correction Required
Infant/toddler space shall be separated from other child care space by floor-to-ceiling walls. (GF)

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that the 3- 5 year old room had an outlet that wasn't covered.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (G) states: Protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets shall be used in areas accessible to the children.
Correction Required
The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/26/2021
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the kitchen door was unlocked (and no adult present) and the maintenance room closet was unlocked.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (C) states: Children shall have no access to areas not approved for child care.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/26/2021
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Furniture/equipment, the tv , in in the recess room was unsafe as evidenced by is not secured to a wall or shelf and could easily fall over.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by gaps were observed between the mattress/pad and side of the crib or playpen.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. D. states: The crib mattress or playpen pad shall be sized correctly to the crib or playpen, in good condition, waterproof and kept clean and dry, be firm and maintain its shape even when the fitted sheet designated for that model is used, such that there are no gaps between the mattress and the side of the crib or playpen. Only fitted sheets shall be used. Only fitted sheet shall be used and shall be changed immediately when soiled or wet.
Correction Required
Sleeping equipment shall meet safety and sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
11/1/2021
Violation
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the required two foot aisle was on the short side of the napping equipment.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. D. states: Sleeping equipment shall be arranged to provide at least a two foot (2') aisle on one (1) long side of the equipment.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
11/1/2021
Violation
The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by there was an inadequate amount of approved sleeping equipment - the number short was all children age 1 through 5 years (22 children) didn't have sheets on their cots.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. states: An individual cot or bed shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
Furniture/equipment, the toilet, in the 2 year old room was not free of pointed parts as evidenced by there were screws sticking up out of the toilet seat..
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
Furniture/equipment, the sink cabinet, in the rooms Infants 3 & 4 (between them) was unsafe as evidenced by broken wood and sharp edges were observed by the doors of the cabinets.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A facility orientation was not documented and available for review for all caregivers. The following staff need documentation of a facility orientation: Theona Graham.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (K) . states: The child care provider shall ensure that within seven (7) days of employment or volunteering and before being left alone with children that caregivers receive a facility orientation. The child care provider shall ensure that documentation verifying completion of the facility orientation is maintained and on file for review by the department for each caregiver. The facility orientation shall include:
Correction Required
The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days and documentation verifying completion is maintained and on file for review by the department for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by five (5) children, ages 6 months - 1 1/2 years old, were cared for by one (1) caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: Birth Through Two (2) Years. Groups composed of mixed ages through two (2)- years shall have no less than one (1) adult to four (4) children, with no more than eight (8) children in a group;
Correction Required
Correct staff/child ratios and group size shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
11/1/2021
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by six (6) children, ages 1 year old, were cared for by one (1) caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: Birth Through Two (2) Years. Groups composed of mixed ages through two (2)- years shall have no less than one (1) adult to four (4) children, with no more than eight (8) children in a group;
Correction Required
Correct staff/child ratios and group size shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
11/1/2021
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine (9) children, ages 1 year through 2 years old, were cared for by one (1) caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (E) states: Mixed Age Groups Two Years (2) and Up. Groups composed of mixed ages of children two (2) years of age and older shall have no less than one (1) adult to ten (10) children with a maximum of four (4) two (2)-year olds. When there are more than four (4) two (2)-year olds in a mixed group, the staff/child ratio shall be no less than one (1) adult to eight (8) children.
Correction Required
Correct staff/child ratios shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
11/1/2021
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A medical examination report did not include a completed Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form for Amanda Eaton.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . states: Medical examination reports shall include a “Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis” form, included herein, completed and signed by a health care professional, as provided by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (MDHSS). If the person has signs or symptoms of tuberculosis, or risk factors for tuberculosis, then testing for tuberculosis shall occur.
Correction Required
TB reports shall be on file as required

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.152 Hourly Care Facilities
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The provider did not supply and serve food according to the Meal and Snack Food Chart as evidenced by lunch included for toddlers fish sticks and green beans which did not include a fruit and milk. Lunch for the children ages 2 through 5 years old was hot dog on bun and potato chips which did not include a fruit, vegetable and milk. On November 1, 2021 the toddler lunch meal was turkey/cheese sandwich on bread, apples and water which was sort a vegetable and milk.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service (1) (A) states: The provider shall supply and serve nourishing food according to the Meal and Snack Food Chart provided in this rule.
Correction Required
Nourishing food shall be provided as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
One serving of fluid milk was not served with each meal.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service (1) (E) states: One (1) serving of fluid milk shall be served with each meal.
Correction Required
Milk shall be served as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
One (1) child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 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
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
Violation
One (1) child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (C) states: Name, address and telephone number of another individual (friend or relative) who might be reached in an emergency when the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian cannot be reached;
Correction Required
Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
10/29/2021
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Not Observed
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. —
Not Observed
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Not Observed