DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

WEE WORLD LEARNING CENTER, LLC

001847621

(573) 483-3900

33 MEYER LN
BLOOMSDALE
MO  63627

WEE WORLD LEARNING CENTER, LLC



 

WENGERT, REGAN SUZANNE

REGANWENGERT@GMAIL.COM


MELISSA JILL SMITH

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

99

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

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

04/29/2024

12:10 PM

1:52 PM

UNANNOUNCED

CLOSE SUPERVISION

2470308532


DocumentDocument-Date
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 06/17/2011
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 06/17/2011
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 06/17/2011
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 06/17/2011
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/01/2011
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 06/17/2011
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 06/17/2011
POLICIES 06/17/2011
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 08/01/2011
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 07/05/2018
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 07/23/2018
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 07/23/2018
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 12/08/2015
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 07/23/2018
APPLICATION 06/12/2019
STAFF SHEET 07/23/2020
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 08/27/2020
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 03/27/2020
EQUIPMENT LIST 06/14/2023
SANITATION INSPECTION 04/27/2023
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 04/12/2022
ANNUAL DECLARATION 06/14/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 06/14/2023




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 10
Total Children 56
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Sharon Beach, Caregiver 4 - 16-18 Month Olds
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teresa Wipfler & DeAnna Gegg, Caregivers 8 - 5-12 Month Olds
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS McKenna Baumann & Randi Pyatt, Caregivers 8 - 16-23 Month Olds
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Keri Pfaff, Cook
1 10 PRESCHOOL Taylor Schilly, Caregiver/Designated Person in Charge 10 - 4 & 5 Year Olds
1 9 PRESCHOOL Allyissa Grissom, Caregiver 9 - 3 & 4 Year Olds
1 9 PRESCHOOL Brittanie Stewart, Caregiver 9 - 3 Year Olds
1 8 TWO YEAR OLDS Shelby Noll, Caregiver 8 - 2 Year Olds

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
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there was no soap.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the hand wash sink was not working.
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

Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by an 8 foot ladder was propped up against the building on the concrete pad on the Preschool Playground.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
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 was not in good condition in that the tension wire on the dividing fence between the Preschool & School-Age Playgrounds was not secure/tight.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced 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. For facilities 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. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. 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.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

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 was not in good condition in that there is 1 splintered board on the second panel from the back left (corner) run of the fence on the Preschool Playground.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced 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. For facilities 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. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. 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.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

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 height of the fence was less than 42 inches high - the measured height was 40 inches at the gate on the dividing fence between the Preschool & I/T Playground.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced 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. For facilities 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. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. 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.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

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 height of the fence was less than 42 inches high - the measured height was 40 inches at the gate & the panel to the left of the gate towards the wooden fence on the dividing fence between the Preschool & I/T Playground.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 1. states: A fenced 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. For facilities 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. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. 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.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Body Spray. The item(s) was/were located under the sink in the Front I/T Unit.
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
4/29/2024
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Sunscreen, various brands, approximately 20 bottles. The item(s) was/were located in a tub on the floor in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room by the Playground door.
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
4/29/2024
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Febreze Air Freshener & Clorox Wipes. The item(s) was/were located on the desk in the Pre-K Room.
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
4/29/2024
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Clorox Wipes. The item(s) was/were located on the counter in the Teacher Work Space.
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
4/29/2024
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 plate was missing exposing wires on the wall with the Storage Closet in the Pre-K Room, specifically to the right upon entering the room from the hallway.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the Director's Office, Laundry Room & Storage Closet were not locked/latched leaving the space accessible to children.
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
4/29/2024
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by the cords for the TV & Roku were not secured to the wall in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room.
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
4/29/2024
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by the window is cracked specifically the bottom sash of the window on the inside of the building exposing sharp edges in the School-Age/gross Motor Room.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, the School Bus Climber, in the Preschool Playground was unsafe as evidenced by the red slide was unattached from the Bus & laying on the Playground.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor 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
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
Outdoor equipment, the Sensory Table, in the Preschool Playground was not free of sharp parts as evidenced by the lid was cracked.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor 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
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
Outdoor equipment, the Playhouse, in Preschool Playground was not in good condition as evidenced by it was not put together & several of the pieces were cracked.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor 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
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
Outdoor equipment, the Swing Set, in the Preschool Playground was not in good condition as evidenced by 1 Swing was cracked in half.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor 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
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
Stationary equipment, the chain Ladder on the large Climber, was unsafe as evidenced by the equipment was not securely anchored.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (D) states: Stationary equipment such as swings, slides and climbers shall be securely anchored, have no exposed footings and be placed to avoid accidents or collisions.
Correction Required
Stationary equipment shall be safely installed, stable and securely anchored.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by the spring cover was torn & no longer covering the springs on the Aerobic Bouncer in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (2) (A) 1. states: Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
Correction Required
Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by the bar that the child bouncing is supposed to hold onto was no longer attached on the Aerobic Bouncer in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (2) (A) 1. states: Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
Correction Required
Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by the face & tail on the Caterpillar Crawler was cracked exposing sharp edges in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (2) (A) 1. states: Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
Correction Required
Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by the fabric where children place their feet was torn on the Teeter-totter in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (2) (A) 1. states: Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
Correction Required
Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/29/2024
Violation
Furniture/equipment, the mats under the Gymnastics Bar, in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room was not in good condition as evidenced by the mats were 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
4/29/2024
Violation
Furniture/equipment, the clear tote holding the Sensory Balls, in the School-Age/Gross Motor Room was not free of sharp parts as evidenced by the tote was cracked exposing a sharp edge.
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
4/29/2024
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
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