complaint·December 18, 2024

One of the staff interviewed stated that a preschool aged child (C1) sustained an injury while playing outside in the playground approximately in November 2024,parents were notified and an OUCH report issued. Children interviewed stated that they observed C1(Child) sustained an injury and staff were present, Staff stated that C1(Child) parent/responsible party was notified and an Ouch Report was completed. LPA reviewed that an OUCH report was completed for dates 10/30/24 and for 11/5/24. Staff stated that they did not observe any visible bruises or other marks on C1(Child), and would have have notified C1's(Child)parents/responsible party if observed. On 12/17/24, LPA conducted interviews with parents who stated that the staff do notify them if their child(ren) obtains an injury and give them an written report. The Reporting Party of Child (C1) sustained unexplained bruises and marks while at the preschool, however, LPA was unable to reach the Reporting Party to obtained additional information. Children interviewed stated that they are never left unattended inside the classrooms and there is always a teacher present. Staff interviewed disclosed that they move from classroom to classroom to ensure that they remain in Ratio, and never leave the children unattended. Parents interviewed disclosed that they always see staff inside the classroom(s) during drop off and at pick up. Based on LPA’s observations, records review, and interviews completed for this complaint investigation, it is concluded that although the allegations noted on this complaint may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur. The allegations are thus UNSUBSTANTIATED. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND WAS INFORMED TO THE DIRECTOR TO POST THE NOTICE IN A VISIBLE LOCATION OF THE DAY CARE FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS.