DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

ROYALTY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

002958009

(314) 706-2854

3721 KOSSUTH AVE
ST LOUIS
MO  63107-1737

ROYALTY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER



 


royaltycdc1@gmail.com

Incorporated

DENISE ELAYNE KOCH

BIRTH - 13 YEARS

54

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

23 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 11 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

01/28/2025

8:41 AM

9:11 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2488531070


DocumentDocument-Date
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 05/09/2023
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 05/09/2023
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 04/11/2023
SAMPLE FORMS 05/08/2023
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 04/11/2023
DAILY SCHEDULE 04/11/2023
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 04/11/2023
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 04/11/2023
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 07/18/2024
APPLICATION 12/08/2022
EQUIPMENT LIST 04/11/2023
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 04/19/2023
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 12/08/2022
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 12/08/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 04/23/2024
SANITATION INSPECTION 03/06/2024
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 05/08/2023
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 04/11/2023
POLICIES 04/11/2023
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 06/22/2022
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 04/11/2023
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 05/09/2023
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 05/08/2023
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/18/2024




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 4
Total Children 11
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Teacher, Denise Austin and Teacher, Tamia Austin present with five children ages 6-weeks-old to 12-months-old
1 6 MIXED Teacher, Kenyonna Scruggs, present with six children ages 2-years-old to 5-years-old.
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Teacher Tyler Hinten present with no children in attendance.

Compliance List
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
Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table was not located where caregiver could maintain supervision of his/her group of children. The diapering table was located against the brick wall in the infant classroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (A) states: A safe diapering table with a waterproof washable surface shall be used for changing diapers. The diapering table shall be located within or adjacent to the group space so the caregiver using the diapering table can maintain supervision of his/her group of children at all times.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide a safe and clean diapering table as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
1/28/2025
Violation
The temperature of rooms was less than 68 degrees F measured two feet from the floor as evidenced by the wall thermostat read 65 degrees in the infant classroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 5. states: The facility shall be dry, temperature controlled, well-ventilated and free of drafts. Children shall not be overheated or chilled. The temperature of the rooms shall be no less than sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68 F) and no more than eighty-five degrees Fahrenheit (85 F) when measured two feet (2') from the floor.
Correction Required
The facility shall meet temperature, humidity and ventilation requirements.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
1/28/2025
Violation
The ceilings located in the preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a brown water spot with peeling paint and crack approximately 3 feet long.
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A portable electrical space heater was observed in use in the infant classroom. There was one located on the floor which is was hot to touch, and a second one on a shelf..
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (13) (A) states: Unvented fuel-fired room heaters, portable electrical space heaters, or floor furnaces shall not be used during child care hours. The provider shall sign a compliance letter verifying that such equipment will not be used.
Correction Required
Space heaters/floor furnaces shall not be used.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
1/28/2025
Violation
Ice was observed on the facility's ramp which is used to access a means of egress.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (K) states: Stairways, walks, ramps, and porches shall be kept free of ice and snow.
Correction Required
Walkways must be free of ice/snow.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
1/28/2025
Violation
Ice was observed on the facility's stairs which is used to access a means of egress.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (K) states: Stairways, walks, ramps, and porches shall be kept free of ice and snow.
Correction Required
Walkways must be free of ice/snow.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
1/28/2025
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Not Observed
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

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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The Health Permit from the City of St. Louis, requested by the department, was/were not submitted.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.222 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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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