La Petite Academy

2.229.H · Correction due February 18, 2026

In the Pre-K classroom, observed a pair of adult scissors on a mid-level bookshelf, accessible to children and posing a potential safety hazard.

Required correction: Ensure sharp tools and instruments are stored in areas inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of the visit. The scissors were moved to an area inaccessible to children.** No response required. Correct by 02/18/2026

2.220.B.3 · Correction due February 18, 2026

Reviewed two health care plans and associated medications and identified one health care plan missing the date of authorization.

Required correction: Obtain the date of authorization for the health care plan. Correct immediately and respond with a statement of compliance by 3/20/26. Correct by 02/18/2026

2.213.B

Reviewed nineteen staff files and identified SM11's files missing documentation of a current Department-approved standard precautions training.

2.213.C · Correction due February 18, 2026

Reviewed nineteen staff files and identified SM11's file missing documentation of a current Department-approved safe sleep training. SM11 was working in the infant classroom at the time of inspection.

Required correction: Obtain documentation of a current Department-approved safe sleep training for SM11. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/20/26. Correct by 02/18/2026

2.213.G · Correction due February 18, 2026

Reviewed nineteen staff files and identified SM9 and SM11's files missing documentation of a current Department-approved training on child abuse prevention.

Required correction: Obtain documentation of a current Department-approved training on child abuse prevention for SM9 and SM11. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 3/20/26. Correct by 02/18/2026

2.219.B.2

Reviewed ten children's files and identified four children's files missing documentation of a current health statement and one file missing documentation of a current health statement that was signed by the health care provider.

2.121.J.1 · Correction due March 19, 2025

Reviewed 18 staff files and identified Aide A.'s file (DOH: 9/2024) missing documentation of an out of state clearance letter. A. has lived out of state in the last five years. Identified the program has begun the process of obtaining required checks from the other states.

Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that Director J. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of out of state clearance letter for A. with written response to Specialist by 3/26/25. Correct by 03/19/2025

Reviewed health care plans and associated medications and identified: - one expired health care plan, expired indicated emergency medication, and missing indicated OTC medication

2.213.G · Correction due April 23, 2024

Reviewed 15 staff files and identified K., P., and J.'s files lacking current child abuse prevention trainings.

Required correction: Obtain current child abuse prevention trainings for K., P., and J. and ensure this is completed within 30 days of employment and renewed annually for all staff. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 4/30/24. Correct by 04/23/2024

2.220.A

Reviewed 2 health care plans and identified 1 health care plan and its associated prescribed emergency medication to both be expired.

2.209.A.7 · Correction due April 23, 2024

Reviewed 8 children's files and identified one child's file lacking current emergency medical authorization.

Required correction: Obtain current emergency medical authorization for this child and ensure this is reauthorized annually for all children. Correct immediately and respond with a statement of compliance by 4/30/24. Correct by 04/23/2024

2.213.B · Correction due April 23, 2024

Reviewed 15 staff files and identified J.'s and J.'s files lacking current Department-approved standard precautions trainings.

Required correction: Obtain current Department-approved standard precautions trainings for J. and J. and ensure this training is renewed annually by all staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 4/30/24. Correct by 04/23/2024

2.213.C

Reviewed 15 staff files and identified infant teacher J.'s file lacking current Department-approved safe sleep training.