inspection — Annual Inspection2 citations

November 10, 2025

HAPPY FEET CHILDREN'S CENTER

What Happened

Annual inspection of CCC with infant and preschool components revealed one Type A violation (staff S4 not cleared through Guardian background check system creating immediate risk) and multiple Type B deficiencies including incomplete staff certifications, missing file documentation, and unfinished lead water testing.

Observations

  • License NOT posted - deficiency noted
  • 15 children and 7 staff observed
  • 2 classrooms total (infant and preschool)
  • Preschool classroom: 1 sink, 1 toilet, changing station, potty
  • Infant classroom: restroom with toilet, sink, changing station
  • Staff restroom upstairs, off-limits to children, gated
  • Classrooms clean and orderly
  • Age-appropriate toys and equipment in good condition
  • Cleaning supplies located upstairs, inaccessible to children
  • Fire alarm, fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide detector observed
  • CO detector tested 4:28 PM and operable
  • Outdoor play areas fenced - preschool and infant yards separated
  • Play structures and ample shade observed
  • Water available via jugs and water bottles
  • No firearms or ammunition stored on site
  • No bodies of water
  • TYPE A DEFICIENCY: Staff S4 not listed on Guardian roster - not cleared for criminal background as of 11/10/2025 (immediate risk)
  • TYPE B DEFICIENCIES: 2 infant files missing updated infant needs/services plan (not quarterly updated); 2 staff files missing valid mandated reporter training, LIC503 Health History, and valid TB clearance
  • LEAD TESTING NOT COMPLETED: Building water supplies not tested as of 11/10/2025

Inspector Focus

Fire SafetyStaff RecordsChild RecordsLead TestingPhysical Plant

Citations Issued

Type A1596.871(c)(1)(A)

Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 7 staff files reviewed, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA notes one staff (S4) did not have a criminal record clearance nor an association to the facility. S4 was not listed on the Guardian roster as of 11/10/2025.

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Type B101419.3(a)

Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 of 5 children's records reviewed, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. C2 and C4 did not have a current infants needs and services plan.

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