Crosby Christian Academy

During the inspection it was observed that the school age children were using their personal devices for screen time. They were playing games, watching videos, and scrolling through personal photos, none of which were related to planned activities that met educational goals.

Under the sink in the pre-k room, cleaning supplies were made accessible to children in care.The operation staff removed the cleaning supplies from under the sink until the lock can be added back to secure access.

Based on the investigation information obtained a two year old was left unattended on a playground.

Based on DFPS information obtained, a caregiver grabbed a child by their necklace and shoved the child inappropriately on their back.

Based on DFPS information obtained, a caregiver did not demonstrate competency and self-control when addressing a child displaying challenging behavior.

Two caregivers did not have the required 24 clock hours of annual training.

The operational policies were incomplete and/or lacked all the required information.

Two caregivers did not have the required 24 clock hours of annual training

Three fire extinguisher on the operation buses last maintenance service was December 2022.

The operational policies were incomplete and/or lacked all the required information, reference standard 746.501. The operational policies lacked and/or required clarity 747.501 (9,18,26,28 and 30)

Director did not have an active background check.The director submitted the background check during the inspection.

The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by Director. The required training topics are 1. emergency preparedness 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations 3. administering medication 4. preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction 5. building and physical premises safety and 6. handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies. This was corrected at the inspection. A plan to handle transportation emergencies was created.

Three play structures did not meet the appropriate perimeter use zone.

Director did not have current CPR and first aid certificate. The certificate on file expired 4/2024

In Pre-School Room 3-1, it was found that screentime was being used during snack time. This was corrected when the screen was turned off and the children moved to the table for snack.

During a walk though of the classrooms, documentation showing the children's ages for the Pre-K 3 room was not available for the substitute caregivers. This was corrected when a classroom roster was brought into the room for the substitute caregivers.

In the Toddler 2-2 classroom, there were sippy cups with no name labels.

Based on information gathered for the investigation, it was found that a caregiver left a 2-year-old unaccounted for outside with the pre-k 3 year old classroom while the 2-year-old class was transitioning inside from the playground.

Based on the information obtained for the investigation, a copy of an incident report regarding their child was not obtained within 48 hours of the incident.

It was found that a child was left alone and unsupervised in a classroom for about 5 minutes.

In the pre-k 3 restroom, cleaning supplies located on a shelving unit were made easily accessible to children in care. This was corrected when the cleaning supplies were removed from the shelving unit.

Cabinets were missing knobs on them, children had access to chemicals under the cabinet. Corrected: When the director and caregivers removed the chemicals from under the cabinet. In the infant building they had plug covers over the plugs. They sink area has been coved. In the school age classroom for 1st grade they has been a cover over the missing carpet. On the playground they were broken horse and other toys. Corrected: When the caregiver and director throw them away.

Two caregivers in the toddler classroom did not have information on receiving orientation.

On the play structure they were screws where children can get entangle on.

Two caregivers in the toddler classroom did not have any information on receiving pre-service training .

The operation did not have an updated fire inspection, the last inspection was done on 7/12/2023.

The operation did not make a report to licensing when a caregiver did not know a child left the classroom and came to the front office, the incident happen on April 25, 2023.

The top of some toilets did not have covers or the toilet cover was broken or to small for the toilet were children would be able to place their hand in the top of the toilet. Cabinets were missing knobs on them, children had access to chemicals under the cabinet. In the infant building they were not any plug covers over the plugs. The classrooms were not ready for infants to use, some rooms did not have cribs and toys were still in the box. They was a hole on the side of the sink and wall in the school age classroom for 4th and 5th grade. In the school age classroom for 1st grade parts of the carpet is missing. On the playground they were broken horse toys.

Three caregivers and the director that transport did not have information on their transportation training taken, the date or hours on the training.

It was found that electrical outlets were accessible to children in the 3 year old classroom. Once reminded, the caregiver ensured that the outlets were covered in the classroom.

It was found that the diaper changing table pad has cracks and tears in the infant room.

A caregiver did not wash her hands after wiping the nose of a child in care. Once reminded, the caregiver washed her hands.

During the inspection it was observed that there is not enough mulch to the proper depth.

It was found that two children were left in the classroom when the fire alarm went off.

Based on the information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient evidence to support that the staff did not use good judgement as they did not verify all of the children had left the classroom by checking the classroom and doing a head count as they left the room.

Two out of ten caregiver files reviewed is missing the transportation training.

One caregiver was present counted in ratio without a valid background check. Note: Caregiver left the building.

One out of ten child records reviewed is missing the health statement on file.

After reviewing the surveillance video it was found that the director used inappropriate discipline practices on a child.

Based on information obtained during the investigation inspection and interviews, there is sufficient evidence to conclude that the operation did not report the incident to licensing.

Last fire inspection was conducucted in 10/09/2020.

Last gas inspecction was conducted on 01/06/2020.

During the time of inspection a child was being changed and caregiver did not use a smooth, non absorbent mat, or diaper changing table.

During the time of inspection a child was being changed on a floor play area.

The toddler classroom was observed entering the classroom and not washing hands before playing with toys on the carpet.

One caregiver was allowed access to children without having a background check submitted.

A staff member was observed changing an infants diaper and not washing their hands after.

The area beneath the swings on the preschool playground did not have the required depth of mulch. SN: Pictures were taken

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, three caregivers tested positive for coronavirus and the illness was not reported to licensing.

Two caregivers in the pre-k 3 classrooms were observed using a personal cell phone. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the caregivers put the personal cell phone away.

A 9 month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket in the crib. SN: This was corrected when the teacher removed the blanket.