DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

TTLC - ES, LLC

002600475

(816) 637-9525

1452 KEARNEY RD
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS
MO  64024-1746

TTLC - ES, LLC



 

SHELTON, DIXIE L

dixie@talentedtots.org


MACIE L HERRIG

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

136

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

32 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 16 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

03/10/2023

10:15 AM

12:08 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2442818917


DocumentDocument-Date
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 05/31/2016
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 05/31/2016
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 05/31/2016
DAILY SCHEDULE 05/31/2016
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 05/31/2016
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 05/31/2016
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 05/31/2016
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 05/31/2016
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 05/31/2016
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 05/31/2016
SAMPLE FORMS 05/31/2016
POLICIES 05/31/2016
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 08/02/2016
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 07/09/2018
APPLICATION 08/26/2020
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/29/2022
SANITATION INSPECTION 06/27/2022
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/06/2022
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/29/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 07/25/2022




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: 5
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 16
Total Children 85
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregiver Juvelyn Cisler present with four children, all under 12-months-old
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregivers Jennifer Huffman and Lace Clark present with seven children, five under 12-months-old and two 1-years-old
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregivers Alexa Gonzales and Aubrey Mawby present with eight children, all 1-years-old
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregivers Katelynn Karl and McKenna Wright present with seven children, all 1-years-old
2 15 MIXED caregivers Ashley Shelton and Judy Happy present with fourteen children, fourteen 2-years-old and one 3-years-old
2 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE additional staff present include director Dixie Shelton and Doris Scarborough
1 8 PRESCHOOL caregiver Kaitlyn George present with eight children, all 3-years-old
1 10 PRESCHOOL caregiver Danae Nutter present with ten children, all 3-to-4-years-old
2 18 PRESCHOOL caregivers Brittany Adkins and Paige Gallo present with eighteen children, all 4-to-5-years-old
1 8 TWO YEAR OLDS caregiver Samantha Shelton present with eight children, all 2-years-old

 
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Triple Paste ointment. The item(s) was/were located in a bin in the restroom of the Wonder Kids room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
3/10/2023
Violation
The walls located in Superstars was/were not in good condition as evidenced by trim on lower portion of the wall by the exit is peeling/removed from wall.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The floors located in Talented Twos restrooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tile behind toilet is cracked and peeling.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet 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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/10/2023
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 4. states: Paper towels, soap and toilet paper shall be provided and easily accessible so the children can reach them without assistance.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/10/2023
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 at or over 4 inches (NW corner of fence and lower portion of N gate).
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The floors located in Growing Threes, Superstars, Wonder Kids and Adventure Kids was/were not in good condition as evidenced by trim around carpet is peeling/peeled from the floor.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Boudreaux's butt paste, Aquafor, Destin and Equate diaper oitment. The item(s) was/were located in a hanging door organizer accessible to children in the Talented Twos room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
3/10/2023
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that Superstars and Wonder Kids were missing three total outlet covers.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/10/2023
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, stationary play equipment, in the preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by plastic materials peeling off of steps.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor 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
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.040 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