Red Apple Learning Center

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On the outside play space, deflated balls were observed to contain a black substance and not clean or in good repair. On the outside play space, a sit and spin contained a cracked handle, and not in good repair. On the outside play space, a toy fire truck contained peeling paint, and not in good repair. On the outside play space, a plastic bin was observed to be broken and not in good repair. In the Main Space, a plastic bin lid (lime green) was observed to be missing the handle, and not in good repair. In the Main Space, a baby doll was observed with a gray substance on the arms and legs and observed to not be kept clean. In the Main Space, the play kitchen was observed to contain a layer of an unknown substance and observed to not be kept clean.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: In the Main Space, trash bags were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. In the Main Space, ripped book binds were observed and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Regulation: 3270.108(b)

Description: Disposable discarded

Noncompliance Area: In the kitchen, disposable utensils were observed in the dish rack. Through conversation with Staff #4, it was determined that the disposable utensils were previously used.

Correction Required: Disposable cups, plates and eating utensils may be used if discarded after each use.

Regulation: 3270.113(c)/3270.113(d)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, Staff #3 was observed using harsh language towards children and specifically aiming to degrade a child.

Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 lacked a child service report form. The most recent child service report form on file for Child #2 is dated 1/17/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection. The most recent child service report form on file for Child #4 is dated 1/22/24, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The agreement forms on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 were the original, not a copy.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked the child's health insurance policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health report forms on file for Child #1 are dated 12/6/23 and 4/23/25, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health report forms on file for Child #3 are dated 11/16/23 and 3/28/25, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health report forms on file for Child #4 are dated 11/2/23 and 3/31/25, more than 12 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #2 are dated 1/13/23 and 10/23/25, more than 24 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #3 are dated 8/23/23 and 11/4/25, more than 24 months apart.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a feeding schedule from the parent for the enrolled infants.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, Child #3, and Child #4 contained an agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Regulation: 3270.183(a)

Description: Locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: Through observation and conversation with the Staff #4, child records are stored in a cabinet that is not locked.

Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #2 are dated 10/28/24 and 11/2/25, more than 12 months apart.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.