Ruth Academy

A tall bookshelf was not anchored to the wall.

Classrooms do not have the list of ages for children. Caregivers are not aware of children's ages.

A classroom was observed watching a movie during naptime. This was corrected at inspection when the movie was turned off.

This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. Caregivers were observed on their phones while supervising a classroom.

This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. Napping children were not properly supervised.

The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file..

Staff did not have emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported.

The operation did not have a current gas inspection on file.

1 out of 10 student files reviewed did not include current immunication records.

1 out of 10 student files reviewed did not include a signature to confirm that staff mayy provide any necessary emergency medical attention required for the child.

2 out of 10 student files reviewed did not include all required information for emergency contcat persons.

Vehicles used to transport children in care did not have fire extinguishers available when transporting children in care.

There were no individual storage spaces designated for toddler and pre-k aged children.

Operational policies did not include policies on the following: 1. Infant safe-sleep 2. Hearing and vision requirements 3. Water play 4. Indoor and outdoor activity physical activity promotion 5. Sunscreen/insect repellent 6. Procedures for parents to view the most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online 7. Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website 8. Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees 9. Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. 10. Any area within 1,000 feet of a child -care center is a gang-free zone

The operation did not have a current health inspection on file at the time of the inspection.

Hazards on the playgrounds at the operation included several protruding nails, loose seat fixtures, and a large inoperable table.

6 out of 10 student files did not include a date of admission to the center.

5 out of 10 student files reviewed did not include a health statement.