DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

KORNER STONE KIDS, LLC

001690371

(314) 382-5980

3810 COLONIAL AVE
ST LOUIS
MO  63121

KORNER STONE KIDS, LLC



 

MANNING, HOPE

ingridmanning@hotmail.com


BRITTNEY RALPH

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

40

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

8 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 8 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

03/15/2024

9:39 AM

11:09 AM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

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DocumentDocument-Date
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 08/30/2012
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 05/06/2002
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 05/06/2002
SAMPLE FORMS 08/23/2002
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 05/06/2002
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 08/23/2012
POLICIES 05/06/2002
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 05/06/2002
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 05/06/2002
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 08/19/2002
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/23/2002
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 05/06/2002
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 08/19/2002
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 09/05/2002
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 09/06/2002
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 09/19/2016
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 03/01/2017
APPLICATION 05/23/2018
STAFF SHEET 07/26/2018
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 05/16/2016
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 03/23/2021
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/18/2023
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 06/20/2023
SANITATION INSPECTION 07/19/2023
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/18/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 08/02/2023
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 07/18/2023




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 23
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teacher, Courtney Rogers was present with five children ages ranging from 10-months-old to 23-months-old. Teacher Destini Garrett entered the classroom shortly after CIS Koch and CI Ralph arrived to correct ratio violation.
2 10 MIXED Teachers, Antrane Howard and Rachel Rice were present with ten children ages ranging from 2-years-old to 4-years-old. There were two 2-year-olds present.
2 8 MIXED Teachers, Tinisha Manning and Marilyn Blevins was present with eight children ages ranging from 4-years-old to 9-years-old.
2 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Director, Hope Manning and maintenance worker John Smith were present with zero children in attendance.

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
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 gate to kitchen area was open and there was an unlocked deep freezer observed.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/15/2024
Violation
The floors located in the infant unit was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one peeling/broken tile was observed.
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
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 2. states: A diagram of evacuation routes from the room;
Correction Required
Facility must post information as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. D. states: The crib mattress or playpen pad shall be sized correctly to the crib or playpen, in good condition, waterproof and kept clean and dry, be firm and maintain its shape even when the fitted sheet designated for that model is used, such that there are no gaps between the mattress and the side of the crib or playpen. Only fitted sheets shall be used. Only fitted sheet shall be used and shall be changed immediately when soiled or wet.
Correction Required
Sleeping equipment shall meet safety and sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Requirements for feeding equipment for infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table were not met as evidenced by no restraints are used.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (C) 2. states: Infants and toddlers. Infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table shall have one (1) piece of mealtime feeding equipment for every four (4) infant/toddlers which may include feeding tables, high chairs, infant seats or other safely designed infant seating equipment. Equipment shall be provided which will allow the child to sit comfortably and securely while being fed. Appropriate restraints shall be used.
Correction Required
Safe and secure feeding equipment shall be provided as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/15/2024
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 5 children , ages 10-months-old to 23-months-old, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.
Correction Required
Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/15/2024
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
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
Compliance
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
Compliance
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. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance