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

04/17/2023

12:00 PM

1:44 PM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2445348831


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: 11
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 9
Total Children 61
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Darren Brown (staff) present with four children age 3-9 months.
1 3 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Imonty Bright (staff) present with three children age 0-8 months.
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Katie McDonald and Rickyta Smith (both staff) present with eight children age 1 year.
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Tonya Brown (director) present with no children in attendance preparing lunch. Tonya Brow stated that she is in ratio with the preschool classroom.
2 30 PRESCHOOL Devon Brown and Azrial Brown (both staff) present with thirty children age 3-5 years.
2 16 TWO YEAR OLDS Tamika McClinton and Bree Townsel (both staff) present with sixteen children age 2 years.

 
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 premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by sand was observed on the infant playground being used to fill the area where standing water was observed during the last inspection. The sand was not contained and covered to prevent local wildlife from contaminating it.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/17/2023
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
4/17/2023
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
4/17/2023
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/17/2023
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
4/17/2023
Violation
The infant/toddler space had no separation from other parts of the building 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. (V) states: In facilities initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, no more than twenty four (24) infants/toddlers and/or two (2)-year olds shall be in a room. A room shall be defined as an area separated from other parts of the building by floor-to-ceiling walls. Stable partitions a minimum of four feet (4') in height shall be used to separate the infant/toddler or two (2)-year old groups, or both, in a room;
Correction Required
The infant/toddler space shall be separated by floor-to-ceiling walls, have stable partitions, and care for no more than 24 children at one time.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by new items including but not limited to an empty cheetos bag, plastic spoon (used), blue bottle cap (unknown substance), broken glass (2 pieces measuring over an inch squared), breakfast bar wrapper, plastic water bottle half full (2 observed), walmart trashbag, shredded clear plastic wrappers, broken hard plastic (10+ pieces), 2" by 2" piece of tan rough textured toy stuffing or insulation, dirt stained and hardened fabric (appeared to be toddler undergarment).
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
4/17/2023
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
4/17/2023
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by The open play area on the prek playground was not well maintained as evidenced by overgrowth coming through the fence on the right side of the playground and overgrown weeds present along the fence line.
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
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
An infant was observed sleeping in a/an booster seat/floor level high chair.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. I states: Sitting devices such as car safety seats, strollers, swings, infant carriers, infant slings, and other sitting devices shall not be used for sleep/nap time. Infants who fall asleep anywhere other than a crib, portable crib, or playpen shall be placed in the crib or playpen for the remainder of their sleep or nap time.
Correction Required
Infants shall only sleep in a crib, portable crib, or playpen.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Outdoor play equipment, red foam topper on infant playground, was not safe as evidenced by exposed bolts or screws were not recessed into the frame, covered or filed to avoid sharp edges.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (H) states: Exposed bolts and screws shall be recessed into the frame, covered or filed to avoid sharp edges.
Correction Required
Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 4 children, ages 3 - 9 months, were cared for by 0 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

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
4/17/2023
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 30 children, ages 3-6, were cared for by 2 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

Violation
More than 50 children were observed in care and the director/individual in charge was included in the staff/child ratios; this occurred outside of naptime and there was no emergency.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (2) states: If a center has an attendance of more than fifty (50) children, the center director or individual in charge shall not be included in staff/child ratios except during naptime or on an emergency substitute basis.
Correction Required
The director/individual in charge shall not be included in the ratio except as allowed.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

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
4/17/2023
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Caregivers failed to supervise and assist children under age three while in the bathroom as evidenced by a 2 year old child was left unattended while using the restroom during which the caregiver was interacting with other children and completing other tasks in the classroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (A) 4. states: Children under three (3) shall be supervised and assisted while in the bathroom.
Correction Required
Children under age three shall be supervised and assisted in the bathroom.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/17/2023
Violation
Requirements for supervision of napping children were not met as evidenced by infants and toddlers did not have constant care and supervision in that staff left the classroom to attend the front door. No other staff were present in the infant class and the director was in the kitchen and available to attend the front door.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (D) 1. states: Infants and toddlers shall have constant care and supervision. Home monitors or commercial devices marketed to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) shall not be used in place of supervision while children are napping or sleeping.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall provide constant care and supervision of infants/toddlers as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Provider was not alert to various needs of the child as evidenced by an infant approximately 3 months old was crying for over fifteen minutes. .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (D) 3. states: Caregivers shall be alert to various needs of the child such as thirst, hunger, diaper change, fear of or aggression by other children, and the need for attention.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall be alert to various need of the child.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Not Observed
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