DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

SMALL WONDERS CHILDCARE CENTER CENTRAL, LLC

002893070

(636) 337-5733

11339 STATE ROUTE 21
HILLSBORO
MO  63050-5013

SMALL WONDERS CHILDCARE CENTER CENTRAL, LLC



 

BEARD, SARAH M

sarah@yoursmallwonders.com


BRITTANY HECHT

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

56

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

16 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 9 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

05/25/2023

9:10 AM

12:18 PM

ANNOUNCED

SUPPLEMENTAL

2448121703


DocumentDocument-Date
APPLICATION 09/15/2021
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 06/03/2021
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 05/28/2021
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 08/26/2021
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 05/25/2022
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 09/15/2021
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 08/26/2021
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 09/01/2022
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 08/26/2021
POLICIES 08/26/2021
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 08/26/2021
SAMPLE FORMS 08/26/2021
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 09/02/2021
EQUIPMENT LIST 09/01/2022
LICENSING ORIENTATION 09/17/2021
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 09/15/2021
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 09/17/2021
SANITATION INSPECTION 05/13/2022
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 09/27/2021
DAILY SCHEDULE 09/27/2021
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 09/27/2021
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 09/27/2021
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 09/28/2021
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 09/28/2021




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: 3
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 11
Total Children 44
StaffChildClass AgeNote
3 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Ness Mobley, Kathy Mehl & Christina Simpson, Caregivers 8 - 8-23 Month Olds
1 0 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Emily Trautman, First Steps Therapist 1 - 20 Month Old
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Annette Vaughn, Managing Member
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Lucinda Brands, Cook
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Sarah Beard, Director
1 8 PRESCHOOL Maddy Lehmann, Caregiver 8 - 3-5 Year Olds
1 10 PRESCHOOL Haley Gillam, Caregiver 10 - 3-5 Year Olds
1 10 SCHOOL AGE James Kyle, Caregiver 10 - 6-9 Year Olds
1 8 TWO YEAR OLDS Julianna Johnson, Caregiver 8 - 2 Year Olds

 
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 the lattice serving as a barrier in front of the windows in the Green Room was cracked on the right side.
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
5/25/2023
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by the lattice serving as a barrier in front of the windows in the Red Room was cracked on the left side.
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
5/25/2023
Violation
Lighting requirements for rooms used by children were not met as evidenced by the light was not working.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 4. states: Artificial or natural lighting shall supply at least ten (10) footcandles of light throughout each room used for child care.
Correction Required
Rooms used by children shall be equipped with required lighting.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located in the downstairs Preschool Classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the paint had chipped off exposing bare drywall in the inside of the window to the left of the Emergency Exit Door.
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
5/25/2023
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the turf near the dividing fence is not secure to the ground resulting in a tripping hazard.
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
5/25/2023
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by paper towels were not within children's reach.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located in the back portion of the I/T Unit was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the drywall above the electrical panel had been cut out & replaced but was not finished so bare drywall was exposed.
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

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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Not Observed
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