BCS New Horizons Learning Center LLC

During a walk through a classroom was seen with 13 children and two caregivers. The classroom was out of ratio by 3. This was fixed when two additional caregivers came took 5 of the children to another classroom.

While reviewing the building ground checklist it was found checks had not been completed since 9/13/2023.

While doing a walk through it was seen that loose fill was not maintained at the proper depth.

While doing a walk through there were two garbage bags with trash accessible to children on the outdoor play area.

During a walk through there was an infant sleeping in a crib in front of the exit door. This was fixed when equipment was rearranged.

During a walk through there were three bottles of chemicals within reach of children. This was fixed when the bottles of chemicals were put away up and out of reach of children.

During a walk through there was a refrigerator present on the ramp that is used by children.

While doing an unannounced walk through there were cords accessible to children. This was corrected at the inspection when the cords were moved out of reach of children.

While watching footage caregivers was seen changing children's diapers on the floor play area.

While doing a walk through there was an offensive odor present in the operation. During a walkthrough at the operation there were hazards present on the outdoor area such as cords, shovels wheelbarrier where children have access too.

During a walkthrough there were two people preesent at the operation during operating hours without an active background. This was corrected at the inspection when the two people left the operation.

While watching live video footage at the operation a caregiver was seen grabbing a child by the arm.

While watching video footage at an unannounced investigation inspection a caregiver was seen displaying prohibited punishment to children in care.

While reviewing video footage a caregiver was seen laughing at a caregiver hitting and pushing children.

While doing a walk through in a building used by children there was a storage cabinet wide open with tools accessible to children in care. During a walk through on the outdoor play area there was a bolt exposed in the play area and fencing coming up from the ground.

746.5105 - Corrections Made to Fire Inspection

While doing a follow up inspection the last annual fire inspection was conducted 2/10/2022.

While doing a follow up it was found that staff did not have signed affidavits on file.

While reviewing postings there was no menu posted for viewing.

While reviewing staff files it was found that staff did not have signed affidavits.

While doing a walk through in the outdoor play area the bolts at the bottom of the slide was visible due to pea gravel not being maintained.

While observing classrooms a caregiver was seen wiping childrens noses and not washing hands afterwards.

While reviewing childrens files there were two children with no up to date immunization records and one child with no immunization records on file.

While reviewing records the liability insurance expired 12/29/2022. The operation did not have an updated policy available for viewing.

While reviewing staff files it was found that 3 caregivers had no annual training available in their files.

While going through the first aid kit there was no thermometer available. This was corrected during the inspection when a thermometer was added to the first aid kit.

While doing a walk through there was a can of lysol sitting within reach of children in a restroom. This was corrected when the chemicals were put up in a high cabinet.

Based on preponderance of evidence during the investigation it was found first aid was not given when a child in care was injured.

In a restroom used by children there was a can of lysol with in reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the bottle was placed on a high shelf behind a locked gate.

During an investigation it was found that the director was aware of people being in the operation while children were in care without a complete background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the director sent the person home.

During an investigation it was found that a person was present at the operation while children are in care without a complete background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the person left the operation.

During an investigation it was found that a caregiver did not have a copy of a diploma or transcript on file.

Observed 8 infants sitting in highchairs and the straps were not being used. This was corrected when the caregiver strapped the infants in the seats.

Observed one classroom caregiver not know how many children they had. The caregiver stated that they had 8 kids, but there were only 7 in the classroom. I spoke to the caregiver and director about the importance of knowing how many children they have at all times.

Children were allowed to ride a bike and walk around while drinking out of their water bottles.

It was found that the children in the classroom was told that they were not able to play outside due to the children spitting water the day prior. I spoke to the operation staff about not using outside time as a punishment.

A caregiver did not use good judgment when the caregiver spat water at a child's face while playing with the child.

During an investigation there was evidence to support a child was abused. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.

During any investigation it was found that a caregiver pulled a child's hair, and hit a child in the head and abdomen.

Observed one classroom with the specified age group of 12-17 months have one caregiver and 8 infants. There can only be 5 infants with one caregiver for the ages 12-17 months. This was corrected when another caregiver came into the room.

Observed 3 infants sleeping in bouncy seats. This was corrected when the caregivers removed the infants from the seats.

It was found during interviews that at least one child and one caregiver had tested positive for covid and the operation failed to report the covid case to licensing within 48 hours. I spoke to the director about notifying licecnsing about all covid reports.

It was found that a new play area was fenced off and is currently being used and the operation did not notify licensing of the change prior to the children having access to the play area. The area was measured at this inspection.

The operation failed to follow up on a background check submission, as the results for a subject have been pending since 7/29/2022.

There were snack food left in the food preparation area of a classroom with no lids and accessible to the children and cleaning supplies (Lysol Spray). *This was corrected at inspection when the food was covered and properly stored away. There were soiled towels being stored in an area where food is being prepared and served. **This was corrected at inspection when the towels were removed and put in a dirty bin.

The personal bag/purse of a caregiver staff was open and accessible to the children in the classroom. **This was corrected at inspection when the bag was properly stored in an inaccessible location.

One garbage container did not have a lid and had food items accessible to children. **This was corrected at inspection when the garbage can was closed with a lid.

The operation failed to follow up on a background check submission, as the results have been pending since 5/27/2022.

A child was observed being diapered and not having their hands washed afterwards. *This was corrected at inspection when the child's hands was washed.

There were 2 outlets uncovered in a classroom and accessible to children. *This was corrected at inspection when the outlets were immediately covered.

The director failed to ensure that the corrections to prior deficiencies were made in a timely manner. The director failed to ensure that she and the staff are properly maintaining compliance with all minimum standard requirements.

The latch on one of the fence gates was not securing for proper closure to ensure that the playground is safely enclosed while children are present. The playground is steps away from a busy road.

The operation does not have a proper sewage system permit and has failed to meet the requirements set forth by the Brazos County Health Department in January 2021.

One caregiver was present in a classroom and when utilizing the bathroom for handwashing, the staff would have to leave the children unsupervised in another area of the building.

The following were observed during the inspection: In 2 classrooms there were cleaning supplies accessible to children and near cups used by children. *This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were placed in an inaccessible location. There were items being stored on the diaper changing table in one classroom, observed on the table was a electronic tablet and 2 soft jumbo blocks. *This was corrected at inspection when the items were removed from the table. There was a container of food snacks observed laying on top of books on a bookshelf. The container was also in a location accessible to children. *This was corrected at inspection when the container was moved to an appropriate higher and inaccessible location. The trash in one room was observed uncovered with recently eaten restaurant food accessible. *This was corrected at inspection when it was discussed to cover the trash containers.

One infant was observed asleep in the crib with a prohibited Wub-A-Nub pacifier with a stuffed animal attached. This type of device is prohibited in the child care setting per the Consumer Product Safety Commission. * This was corrected at inspection, when the pacifier was removed and the stuffed animal was cut off of the pacifier.

During naptime, one of the classrooms was completely dark and inadequate for proper supervision. *This was corrected at inspection when the window curtains were opened to add more light to the room.

The operation failed to notify licensing as soon as possible or within 2 days after they obtained a Health Department violation that their operation was deemed unsafe and unsanitary for children. The operation received a violation notice in January 2021 and again in June 2021. The operation was aware that their facility was unsafe and unsanitary due to the inappropriate and illegal septic system. The operation chose to continue operating without correcting the safety concerns, placing children at risk.

Cleaning chemicals were in accessible areas to children in the restroom and kitchen. The cleaning supplies were removed and placed in areas inaccessible to children.

The infant classroom area did not have a smoke detector. A smoke detector was installed in the infant classroom and was tested to be functioning properly.

A child was observed being diapered and not havingtheir hands washed afterwards.

A caregiver was observed diapering a child and not washing their hands.