DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

KIDS KORNER DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL CENTER

002533995

(573) 334-4422

254 S SILVER SPRINGS RD
CAPE GIRARDEAU
MO  63703-6310

KIDS KORNER DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL CENTER



 

BYERS, KAYLA ELIZABETH

kbyers@capefirst.org

Incorporated

JESSICA SPENCER

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

150

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

24 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS; 48 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

02/05/2024

7:15 AM

8:48 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2463710908


DocumentDocument-Date
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 06/18/2015
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 05/18/2015
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 05/18/2015
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 06/24/2015
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 06/24/2015
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 06/24/2015
POLICIES 06/24/2015
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 06/24/2015
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 06/24/2015
DAILY SCHEDULE 06/24/2015
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 06/24/2015
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 06/24/2015
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 07/27/2015
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 04/10/2023
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 12/14/2017
APPLICATION 05/29/2019
STAFF SHEET 05/29/2019
SANITATION INSPECTION 07/20/2023
EQUIPMENT LIST 08/09/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 07/17/2023
ANNUAL DECLARATION 08/09/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 08/09/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: 1
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 8
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 2 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 222 Infant 2 Caregiver, Leah Pierce with two children thirteen months of age.
2 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 223 Toddler 1 Caregivers: Kylie Cagle and Emma Buchanan with four children ages eighteen months to twenty-four months.
4 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Donna Jenkins- Cook Avery Sigmon- Caregiver/Float Claudia Friedrich- Caregiver Note: Kayla Byers, Director arrived during the inspection.
1 2 TWO YEAR OLDS Room 213 Caregiver, Analyeli Munoz with two children two years of age.

 
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
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by two baby gates located on the stage in the Kid's Chapel were not in place allowing children access.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/5/2024
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: one container of Aquaphor. The item(s) was/were located in the bottom drawer of the plastic storage shelf.
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
2/5/2024
Violation
A hunting knife was not locked in a cabinet or a closet as evidenced by a sword was located in the Kid's Chapel Sound Booth Area. The sword was used as a prop during church services.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (J) states: Ammunition, guns, hunting knives, bows and arrows or other weapons shall be stored in a locked cabinet or locked closet.
Correction Required
Weapons and ammunition shall be inaccessible in locked cabinets or closets.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/5/2024
Violation
The walls located in Kid's Chapel Sound Booth Area was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a 4 inch by 6.5 inch square hole was located in the wall. In addition, there was exposed insulation.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The space for infants and toddlers is not separated 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. (III) states: If a unit for infants and toddlers is auxiliary to a facility for older children, centers initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, shall have play, sleeping and bathroom space in the infant and toddler unit. This space shall be separated from the space used for older children by floor-to-ceiling walls;
Correction Required
Infant/toddler space shall be separated from other child care space by floor-to-ceiling walls. (GF)

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/5/2024
Violation
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 3. states: Toilet and hand washing facilities shall be in working order and convenient for the children's use.
Correction Required
Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
2/5/2024
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: 2 cans of Lysol and one container of Disinfecting Wipes. The item(s) was/were located in the Kid's Chapel Sound Booth Area. The half-door was not locked.
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
2/5/2024
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
Furniture/equipment, one diapering mat, in Room 223 was not in good condition as evidenced by the mat was torn.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and 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
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
2/5/2024
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