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32 | Mats are used for napping. LPA observed each child have their own assigned mat. Children bring their own bedding, which is sent home at the end of each week (or when needed) to be laundered.
Sign in and out takes place in the entrance area of each classroom. The facility utilizes paper sign-in/sign-out sheets. Records were reviewed to ensure that individuals signing children in and out provide a full legal signature and accurately document the time of entry and exit. LPA reminded Director that parents/guardians are required to use their full legal signature when signing children in and out each day. The facility is able to provide copies of sign-in/sign-out sheets upon request.
LPA toured the playground area. LPA observed that the outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment is cushioned by a soft rubber material that absorbs a fall; climbing apparatuses are single level only and were observed to be age appropriate (2-5 years). There is adequate shade in the play yard. Per Director, children use their water bottles during outdoor playtime and water cups are available for children as well. LPA advised that no children should be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.
This facility offers AM snack, and lunch to all children in care. The facility utilizes a catering program through Revolution Foods, which parents/guardians may choose to participate in. Per Director, catered meals are delivered to the school site, and a staff member transports the food to the preschool classrooms for distribution. If parents/guardians elect not to utilize the catering program, they provide a labeled lunch for their child, which is stored in the child’s designated cubby. Snacks are maintained in each classroom within a locked cabinet. Menus were reviewed to ensure they are posted at least one week in advance and visible to authorized representatives.
Drinking water is readily available to children in care both indoor and outdoors. Per Director children bring their water bottles from home and the facility also provides water from a faucet which is located in each classroom. LPA observed all water bottles are labeled with the children’s name and paper cups.
All storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. LPA observed that all trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.
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