DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.

000454575

(636) 464-8111

3607 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR
ARNOLD
MO  63010-6003

LA PETITE ACADEMY, INC.

21333 HAGGERTY RD STE 100
NOVI
MI  48375-5513

BERNER, KARLEY J

7102@LAPETITE.COM

Incorporated

BRITTANY HECHT

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

114

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

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

09/19/2024

10:45 AM

12:14 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2478505257


DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 03/06/2008
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 03/06/2005
DAILY SCHEDULE 03/06/2008
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 11/03/2011
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 08/06/2004
SAMPLE FORMS 12/20/2004
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 10/20/2004
POLICIES 12/20/2004
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 12/29/2003
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 09/09/1991
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 04/27/1992
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 12/17/2013
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 12/03/2013
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 09/29/2017
APPLICATION 01/22/2020
STAFF SHEET 01/22/2020
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 01/22/2020
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 01/22/2020
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 01/22/2020
ANNUAL DECLARATION 03/21/2024
SANITATION INSPECTION 01/18/2024
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 12/11/2023
EQUIPMENT LIST 06/03/2024
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 03/20/2024




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 4
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 16
Total Children 53
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Hailey Tipton & Chloe Richardson, Caregivers 7 - 3-12 Month Olds
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Maria Sellers, Caregiver 4 - 15-22 Month Olds
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Stacey McClure & Nicole Isbell, Caregivers 7 - 18-23 Month Olds
3 12 MIXED Kiley Erwin, Grace Aydt & Corren Grab, Caregivers 1 - 2 Year Old 11 -3 & 4 Year Olds
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Darlene Ham, Designated Person in Charge
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Cierra Strange, Caregiver
2 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Abbie Reeve, Caregiver Caitlyn McDonough, Cook
1 8 PRESCHOOL Casey Cates, Caregiver 8 - 4 & 5 Year Olds
3 15 TWO YEAR OLDS Breanna Kadlez & Alyssa Hulett, Caregivers Cindy Cavaness, Caregiver/Floater 15 - 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
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: various brands of Diaper Cream. The item(s) was/were located on top of & underneath the changing table in the Early Preschool 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
9/19/2024
Violation
There was evidence of dirt/debris in Hot Water Heater Closet.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.
Correction Required
The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
9/19/2024
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 had openings that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 5 inches, specifically on the bottom of the fence at the 3rd panel from the left corner on the Field 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by toilet paper was not within children's reach.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
9/19/2024
Violation
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the floor was soiled.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 7. states: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
Correction Required
Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
9/19/2024
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by soap was not within children's reach.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by paper towels were not within children's reach.
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
Submit Documentation

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
The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 3 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. states: An individual cot or bed shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
9/19/2024
Violation
Outdoor equipment, 9 Jumbo Legos, in the Field Playground was not free of sharp parts as evidenced by the plastic 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
9/19/2024
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The facility does not have an approved director on staff.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (2) (A) 3. states: The licensee is required to maintain an approved certificated group child care home provider or center director on staff.
Correction Required
The facility shall have an approved director/group home provider.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The department did not receive notification of a director change.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (2) (A) 6. states: The center owner(s), or the board president or chairperson, shall notify the department immediately when there is a change of directors and shall have a qualifying criminal background check on file as required by 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements.
Correction Required
The facility shall notify the department immediately when there is a change of directors and submit required background check request.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
9/19/2024
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