DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

FAMILY HOME INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

PLAYHOUSE OF THE HOLY FAMILY LLC

002392085

(314) 277-9548

6857 PLATEAU AVE
ST LOUIS
MO  63139

PLAYHOUSE OF THE HOLY FAMILY LLC



 

NUNEZ, CANDIDA

playhousehf@yahoo.com


SAMANTHA UPSHAW

BIRTH - 36 MONTHS

8

FAMILY HOME

IF ONLY 4 CHILDREN PRESENT, ALL CHILDREN MAY BE UNDER AGE 2 WITH 1 ADULT CAREGIVER; UP TO 6 CHILDREN IN CARE NO MORE THAN 3 CHILDREN UNDER AGE 2 WITH 1 ADULT CAREGIVER; UP TO 8 CHILDREN IN CARE, ALL CHILDREN MAY BE UNDER AGE 2 WITH 2 ADULT CAREGIVERS
 
Inspection Information

03/19/2024

1:15 PM

2:51 PM

UNANNOUNCED

CLOSE SUPERVISION

2466628892


DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 05/31/2013
SAMPLE FORMS 05/31/2013
POLICIES 05/31/2013
OWNER/PROVIDER REFERENCES 05/31/2013
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 01/10/2013
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 01/07/2013
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 01/07/2013
DAILY SCHEDULE 01/10/2013
CHILD CARE/DISCIPLINE POLICIES 05/31/2013
ASSISTANT REFERENCES 06/12/2015
ASSISTANT APPROVAL REQUEST 12/29/2016
APPLICATION 05/24/2019
SANITATION INSPECTION 04/29/2023
ANNUAL DECLARATION 06/12/2023
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 05/30/2023
EQUIPMENT LIST 05/30/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 05/30/2023
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 07/28/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance 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 1
Total Children 2
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 2 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Candida Nunez, Teacher, was present with two children in care, ages 6-months-old to 20-months-old.

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-400.025 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.045 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.055 Annual Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4-inches wide at the front side, wrought iron fence.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (3) (A) 1. states: An outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. It shall be fenced when necessary for the protection of children from traffic, water or other hazards. For family day care homes initially licensed after the effective date of these rules, or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The use of potty chairs/junior commode/adaptor seat did not meet requirements as evidenced by there was no potty chair/junior commode/adaptor seat provided.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (2) (C) 2. states: Infants and toddlers. At least one (1) potty chair, junior commode or toilet with an adaptor seat shall be provided. Potty chairs shall be located in the bathroom and shall be emptied, cleaned and disinfected after each use.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide and clean/sanitize potty training equipment as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
A deck with a drop-off of more than 24 inches had a railing/barrier with openings of more than four inches (4). The measurement of railing/barrier openings is the top half of the ramps' rail was 9-inches and the bottom half was 1-foot and 8-inches. This ramp measured 3-foot and 3-inches from the tallest point of the deck's landing.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.085 Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (1) (G) states: Porches, decks, stairwells or other areas in approved child care space having a drop-off of more than twenty-four inches (24") from which children might fall and be injured shall have an approved railing or approved barrier. The railing or barrier shall be constructed to prevent the child from crawling or falling through, or becoming entrapped.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide an approved railing or barrier as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.086 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.095 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by at least one caregiver certified in first aid/CPR was not on site.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: Pamela Ozuna needs four clock-hours and Karmeliza Rodríguez needs one clock-hour.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (4) (A) states: The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.105 The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (1) (S) states: The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. First aid/CPR training may count toward the annual clock hour training requirement.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.115 Child Care Family and Household
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 1/4/2024.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports (2) (A) states: The provider shall require, within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler or preschool child, a medical examination report signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of licensed physician and completed not more than twelve (12) months prior to admission. The provider may use the department’s medical assessment form or the provider may use its own form if it contains all the information on the department’s form. The Child Medical Examination Report (Infant/Toddler/Pre-School), revised 2021, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.
Correction Required
Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-400.135 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.145 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.155 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.165 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.175 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.185 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.190 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.200 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
One child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 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
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Compliance Date

Violation
Probationary term #3 has not been completed in that Karmeliza Rodríguez still needs one clock-hour for 2023 and Pamela Ozuna still needs four clock-hours for 2023 was and Probabtionary term #4 has not been completed in that the plan to ensure clock hours were met, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-400.210 Records and Reports (11) states: Records and reports shall be submitted to the department as required.
Correction Required
Requested documents shall be submitted.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Criminal background check results were not on file for Patricia Argotte, Oscar Argotte, Cristina Davis, Pamela Ozuna, and Marcela Torres.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.
Correction Required
Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
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
RSMo 210.252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
Compliance