iExplore Montessori Fort Worth LLC

Eight child records were evaluated during inspection. 2 of the children's shot records were not current.

The operation allowed a caregiver to provide direct care to children in care prior to receiving a background check determination of, Eligible, Provisional Eligibility with Conditions, or Eligible with Conditions. The caregiver's current status is pending. The caregiver left the operation during inspection.

At time of inspection, fire drills for 2023 were not documented. A photo was taken.

At time of inspection, the children's sleep sacks were not stored in individual spaces. The sleep sacks were stacked on top of each other. Photos were taken.

This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. There was evidence provided showing that a caregiver was frustrated and inappropriately picked up a child. The caregiver grabbed the child by 1 wrist and lifted the child's body from the ground.

This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. The evidence shows that the director failed to provide adequate support to a caregiver who was struggling with a child's behavior. This caused for mounting caregiver frustration which placed the child at risk.

The operation allowed a caregiver to provide direct care to children in care prior to receiving a background check determination of, Eligible, Provisional Eligibility with Conditions, or Eligible with Conditions. The caregiver's current status is pending. The caregiver left the operation during inspection.

This standard was evaluated based on information provided during the investigation. It is determined that a caregiver pushed a child's head back and held in place, to prevent the child from looking around the corner. The caregiver failed to use positive statements to redirect the child's behavior.

This standard was evaluated based on information provided during the investigation. There is substantial evidence showing that the center director placed a caregiver with a group of children without the required skills and experience needed for working with young children. The director also failed to ensure that the caregiver had consistent support while working with young children.

This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. There was evidence found confirming that the child's soiled pants were sent home without being placed in a sealed bag.

The operation did not have a written physicial activity plan on file.

8 staff records were evaluated. 3 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file.

8 children's shot records were evaluated. 3 records were not up to date.

8 child records were evaluated. 2 records did not have a written health statement on file.

The playground was observed during inspection. Two active wasp nests were observed on the play structure located on the older children's playground. The center director knocked the nests down during inspection and disposed of the nests.

This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is evidence showing that parents did not receive a copy of the incident report within 48 hours. There was no parent signature on the form to verify receipt.

This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is substantial evidence showing that parents were not previously notified of a dog brought to the school. The children were allowed to interact with the dog. A 3 year old child suffered an allergic reaction.

This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is evidence showing that a written animal policy was not included in the school's parent handbook.

This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is substantial evidence showing that the center director failed to notify parents of a broken water line which resulted in the school having no running water during hours of operation.

This standard was evaluated in regards to an investigation and was found to be deficient. There were two children present at time of inspection and they did not have enrollment documents on file.

Children were playing on a sliding board on the toddler playground. There is no loose fill or unitary surfacing in this area. The sliding board was removed during inspection.

Eight staff files were evaluated. 3 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file.

8 staff files were evaluated. The toddler teachers(2) did not complete first aid training.

8 child files were evaluated. Four files did not have a current immunization record on file.

8 staff files were evaluated. The toddler teachers(2) did not complete CPR training.

The operation is caring for two infants (15mo; 17mo). The permit does not allow for infant care.