Inwood Daycare & Learning Center

During the investigation inspection, it was revealed that a child left the classroom through the exit door and was outside the operation without supervision.

The operation failed to immediately inform the parent after an incident occurred that placed their child at risk.

Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered from inspections and interviews, there was sufficient evidence to determine deficiencies related to the allegations. A child was left unsupervised on the playground.

Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered from inspections and interviews, there was sufficient evidence to determine deficiencies related to this investigation regarding prohibited punishment. A caregiver pulled, grabbed on a child, yelled at children in care, threaten and placed fear on a child by use of an instrument by using a shoe in one hand.

One child's file lacked the updated immunization record for the child's age. This was corrected at the inspection when the parent submitted the updated record.

The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by 2 caregivers. The required training topics are 3. administering medication.

The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by the director. The required training topics are 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations.

There was no annual fire inspection report available. The last fire inspection report was 8/22/24.

Based on the information obtained by DFPS, there is sufficient evidence to determine that the director did not ensure the center complied with the Minimum Standards when the staff did not realize the child had been outside.

Based on the investigation conducted by DFPS, there is sufficient evidence to determine supervision was inadequate as a child left the operation and located by a passerby.

One caregiver's file lacked the educational documentation on file.

Two children's files lacked the updated immunization record for their respective ages, and one child's file lacked an immunization record. One child's immunization record was updated during the inspection.

The tables utilized for the children to eat lunch appeared as if they had not been cleaned and disinfected. This was corrected at the inspection when the director cleaned and disinfected the tables before lunch was served.

Upon arrival to the operation, the television was on There was a child under 2 years in care. This was corrected at the inspection when the television was turned off after it was addressed by the inspector.

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, it was found that there was sufficient evidence to show that an incident report form was not shared with the parent.

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, it was found that there was sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.

Based on the preponderance of the evidence obtained during the investigation conducted by DFPS, it was found that there was sufficient evidence to show that all the children were not accounted for when they exited the van to school.

Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered, there is sufficient evidence to determine a child was left unsupervised on the vehicle used to transport to and from school which was not reported to Child Care Regulation.

Four school age children wandered away to the hallway. Two of the children were walking down the hallway between the toddler classrooms. Two children were in the infant room.

A notice was posted on a door that prohibited parents to enter to the classrooms. This was removed by the director.

One vehicle used for transportation had 13 seat belts for the children to use. This vehicle transported 15 children. This left 2 children in total without a seatbelt.

A caregiver was in care of children; as well as, administrative duties. The caregiver was reviewing an application. In addition, the caregiver was answering the door for parents at pick up.

The written activity plan was not being followed.

In one vehicle, a child aged 12 years old was sitting on the front passenger seat. In the other vehicle, a 10 year old child was sitting on the front passenger seat.

A caregiver was in care of children; as well as, attending the front door, parents arrival, and prepping dinner.

One vehicle used for transportation had 10 seat belts. This vehicle transported 14 children. The other vehicle used for transportation had 9 seat belts. This vehicle transported 16 children. Each vehicle had a child in the front passenger seat. This left 9 children in total without a seatbelt.

A fire inspection had not been conducted. The last fire inspection for previous owners was on 06/09/2023. Per the person in charge, the director was informed on it would be at least 2 weeks before an inspection is conducted.

The rotating equipment does not meet the use zone space. The use zone for the rotating playground equipment was less than 6 feet.

The admission forms used were outdated. The admission forms do not capture the required minimum standards changes of March 2023.

There are two areas on playground B that are less than 6 feet perimeter.

Two seats in the last row of the van used for transportation lacked seat belts.

There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies.

A fire inspection had not been conducted. The last fire inspection for previous owners was on 06/09/2023.