DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

KINGDOM KARE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

002697014

(314) 528-5005

2469 BARONESS DR
ST LOUIS
MO  63136-6000

LIFE CONNECTORS OUTREACH ORGANIZATION



 

THOMAS, MISSMOLLIE V

kingdomkareearlylearning@gmail.com

Incorporated

REGINA WATKINS

6 WEEKS - 13 YEARS

73

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

8 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

06/14/2023

12:13 PM

1:00 PM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2449103331


DocumentDocument-Date
SANITATION INSPECTION 03/27/2023
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 03/27/2023
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 01/23/2023
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 04/05/2023
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 04/05/2023
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 07/20/2022
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/20/2022
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 05/10/2023
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 08/01/2022
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 08/01/2022
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 07/20/2022
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 07/20/2022
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 07/20/2022
APPLICATION 03/13/2023
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/01/2022
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 08/01/2022
POLICIES 08/01/2022
SAMPLE FORMS 08/01/2022
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 08/01/2022
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 08/01/2022
EQUIPMENT LIST 08/12/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 04/27/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance 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 7
Total Children 25
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers-Joy Johnson and Shamyra Willis with Seven children ages 6-months-old to 23-months-old
1 1 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Director-Missmollie Thomas with One child age 7-months-old
1 6 MIXED Caregiver-Dasha Greene with Six children ages 2-years-old to 3-years-old
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Provider-Marquita Carter
1 6 PRESCHOOL Caregiver-Sophelia Boyd with Six children ages 4-years-old to 5-years-old
1 5 SCHOOL AGE Caregiver-Kayoni Morris with Five children ages 6 years-old to 11-years-old (field trip)

Compliance List
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 there was an old a/c unit sitting on the floor in the middle of the classroom space.
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
6/14/2023
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the director who reported she is not comfortable with her 7-month- old going into childcare space continues to care for her child outside of the classroom.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was missing in that the preschool unit is missing an electrical plate.
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
6/14/2023
Violation
Lighting requirements for rooms used by children were not met as evidenced by lighting was insufficient to observe and supervise children in that CI Watkins was not able o see any of the children upon entry to the classroom space.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
Violation
The walls located located in the hallway that leads to the outdoor space was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the white wall was stained and there was a white like caulking substance on the lower part of the 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
Required group size was exceeded as follows: the correct group size for children under 2 years was not met as evidenced by 10 children were in the group.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (IV) states: No more than eight (8) infant/toddlers or sixteen (16) two (2)-year olds shall be in a group;
Correction Required
Infants/Toddlers-1:4 ratio required with no more than 8 in a group. Two-year olds - 1:8 ratio required with no more than 16 in a group.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the fencing had an overgrowth of weeds.
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
Requirements for infant/toddler sleeping equipment were not met as evidenced by a crib/playpen was not used for each infant in that there were 5 infants on the premises and there were only four cribs observed in the classroom space.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. A. states: An individually assigned crib, portable crib or playpen shall be provided and used for each infant and toddler. Stack cribs shall not be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide approved sleeping equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
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 7 children, ages 7-months-old to 3-years-old, 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
6/14/2023
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Child(ren) was left without competent adult supervision as evidenced by a school age child came from downstairs to the main level to ask another staff a question, There was no staff member with the school age child.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (A) 1. states: Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent adult supervision.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide competent adult supervision for each child as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
1 child(ren) records did not include work schedule 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
Violation
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
Violation
1 child(ren) records did not include work telephone number 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
Violation
3 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/14/2023
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