DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

BROWN'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL

000537575

(816) 561-2809

4328 JACKSON AVE
KANSAS CITY
MO  64130-2129

BROWN, TONYA



 

BROWN, TONYA

tpbanddfb@sbcglobal.net


ROBYN EMBREE

BIRTH - 5 YEARS

133

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

35 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

03/27/2023

9:50 AM

12:18 PM

UNANNOUNCED

POST LICENSING

2443825691


DocumentDocument-Date
STAFF SHEET 12/14/2022
SANITATION INSPECTION 12/15/2022
EQUIPMENT LIST 01/11/2023
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 12/14/2022
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 12/14/2022
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 12/14/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 11/21/2022
APPLICATION 11/18/2022
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 12/14/2022
DAILY SCHEDULE 12/14/2022
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 12/14/2022
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 12/14/2022
POLICIES 12/14/2022
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 12/14/2022
SAMPLE FORMS 12/14/2022
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 12/14/2022
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 11/16/2022
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 08/02/2022
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 11/16/2022
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 11/28/2022
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 12/14/2022
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 06/21/2022
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 06/27/2022
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 11/16/2022
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 11/16/2022
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 11/16/2022
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 11/28/2022
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 11/16/2022
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 11/16/2022
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 11/16/2022
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 12/14/2022
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 12/14/2022
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 11/16/2022
DAILY SCHEDULE 12/14/2022
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 12/14/2022
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 12/14/2022
APPLICATION 11/18/2022
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 06/27/2022
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 06/27/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 11/21/2022
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 12/14/2022
EQUIPMENT LIST 12/14/2022
SANITATION INSPECTION 12/15/2022
POLICIES 12/14/2022
SAMPLE FORMS 12/14/2022
LICENSING ORIENTATION 10/11/2022




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: 23
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 8
Total Children 46
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Asriel Brown (staff) present with four children age 3-9 months.
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Jasmine Smith and Michelle Goins (both staff) present with seven children all 1 year old.
2 20 MIXED Antoine Brown (staff) was present with twenty children age 3-5 years during initial attendance taking. Anesha Bradford (staff) joined approximately 5 minutes later.
1 1 TWO YEAR OLDS Tonya Brown (director) was present with one child age 2 years old moving through the facility during attendance.
2 14 TWO YEAR OLDS Tamike McClinton (staff) was present with fourteen children age 2 years old during initial attendance taking. Lauren Brown (staff) joined her approximately 5 minutes later after arriving at the facility.

 
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: Motor Medic De Icer for Auto and Trucks can, gallon jug of Clorox bleach (capped), gallon jug of Skyline Degreaser (capped), Skyline Oven & Grill Cleaner (bottle closed), Windex spray bottle (half full and in "ON" position, 2 bottles of Hydrogen Peroxide (capped) and squeeze bottle of Griddle cleaner. The item(s) was/were located in lower cabinets and drawers in unsecured kitchen in areas accessible to children.
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
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Compliance Date

Violation
There was evidence of dirt/debris in the hallway outside the playground door, in the hallway outside the staff restroom and in central hallway of the building.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.
Correction Required
The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by broken, rusted metal pieces of a broom/mop handle were scattered on the concrete in front of the garden house where facility currently stores riding cars.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by a hole around the fence post (near the open gate to the neighboring property) measuring 8" deep and 1' by 10" in size was present.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by trash including food wrappers (2), used plastic water bottles (7+), Styrofoam pieces (4+), an unused trash bag, bottle caps 5+ and large metal hardware washers (3) were present throughout the playground areas (prek and infant/toddler).
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: spray bottle of bleach mix/sanitizer spray. The item(s) was/were located in the 2 year old classroom hanging from the diaper changing station.
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
3/27/2023
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Great Value Disinfectant wipes with lids closed. The item(s) was/were located 1 container under unlocked sink and 1 container on children paper towel dispenser in children's restroom in the large 3-5 year old classroom.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: 1 half full squeeze bottle of Dawn dish soap with cap open. The item(s) was/were located under unlocked sink in children's restroom in the large 3-5 year old classroom.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: spray bottle of blech mixture. The item(s) was/were located on back of toilets and children's cabinets in unused rooms with classroom doors open.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: spray bottle of bleach mixture. The item(s) was/were located stored on diaper changing table in infant/toddler classroom (3-9 months) along with bottle of soap mixture for three step cleaning.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: spray bottle of bleach mixture. The item(s) was/were located hanging off the side of the diaper changing table in the 1 year old classroom.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Home Defense Pest Killer jug with spray attachment, Ground Clear Vegitation Killer (capped), Spectracide Weed & Grass Killer (capped), Dot 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid (three containers all capped), Rust-oleum High Performance enamel aerosol can and Rust-oleum Inverted Marking Paint aerosol can . The item(s) was/were located in unsecured shed with door open on infant/toddler playground.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the kitchen door was unlocked and open allowing for access to kitchen space.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that 2 year old classroom was missing 1 outlet cover and a classroom not in use during the inspection was missing 1 outlet cover. Hallways ouside classrooms were missing four 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: cigarette butts. The item(s) was/were located on infant/toddler playground around in the grass around the smaller climber (first climber encountered upon entering playground space). Cigarette butts were 2 and 3 feet from the infant/toddler climber.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the gate in the prek playground was open allowing children free access to the neighboring property.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by pools of standing water were present on the infant/toddler playground. The larger pool measured 6' by 5' at the longest and widest parts (irregular shaped), and the second pool measured 1' by 1' at the longest and widest parts. At their deepest points these pools were approximately 3-4" deep.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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, infant/toddler climber, in infant/toddler playground was not free of loose parts as evidenced by carpeting was loose on the steps presenting a trip hazard due to wear down of glue.
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 14 children, ages 2 years, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (B) states: Age Two (2) Years. Groups composed solely of two (2)-year olds shall have no less than one (1) adult to eight (8) children, with no more than sixteen (16) children in a group;
Correction Required
Correct staff/child ratios and group size shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 3-5, were cared for by 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

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Child's medical examination report did not contain evidence that child’s current health is satisfactory for participation in a child care program.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (2) (B) states: The examination report shall determine if a child's medical history and current state of health is satisfactory participation in a child care program.
Correction Required
Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
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
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for immunization reports on file were not met as evidenced by Child A immunization record(s) was/were not on file.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (4) (A) states: No child shall be permitted to enroll in or attend any day care facility caring for ten (10) or more children unless the child has been immunized adequately against vaccine preventable childhood illnesses specified by the department in accordance with recommendations of the Immunization Practices Advisory Committee (ACIP). The parent or guardian of the child shall provide satisfactory evidence of the required immunizations. Satisfactory evidence means a statement, certificate or record from a physician or other recognized health facility or personnel, stating that the required immunizations have been given to the child and verifying the type of vaccine and the month, day and year of administration.
Correction Required
Child immunization requirements shall be on file as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
An individual file was not kept for enrolled child(ren).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) . states: An individual file shall be kept to identify each child and enable the provider to communicate with the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian of the child in an emergency.
Correction Required
Accurate records shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Requirements for children's records were not met as evidenced by a child's record was not kept confidential - specifically children's records were not consistently separate from other children's records or in folders to protect their confidentiality.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (9) states: All records of children shall be confidential, protected from unauthorized examination, and available to the parent(s) upon request.
Correction Required
Children's records shall be confidential and available to parents upon request.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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