Because We Care Learning Academy

High risk Employees and caregivers must show competence, good judgment and self-control.

State rule 746.1201(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control"

Inspector's note: It was determined a caregiver did not use good judgment when yelling at another staff member in front of children.

Corrected Aug 13, 2026, verified by the state Aug 25, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The state prohibits certain punishments of children, such as hitting, grabbing, shaming, withholding food or rest, or locking a child in a room.

State rule 746.2805(5) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling"

Inspector's note: It was found that a caregiver yelled at the children as a form of discipline while in the classroom and on the playground.

Corrected Aug 13, 2026, verified by the state Aug 25, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Floors, ceilings and walls must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean"

Inspector's note: Observed a dime size hole in the toddler classroom's wall.

Corrected Sep 19, 2025, verified by the state Sep 22, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Areas children use must be kept free of safety hazards, such as uncovered electrical outlets, unprotected heaters or fans, or reachable water.

State rule 746.3701 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety - Areas Free From Hazards"

Inspector's note: A water hose which presented a tripping hazard was observed on the PreK outdoor space. This was corrected when the water hose was removed.

Corrected while the inspector was there. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Employees and caregivers must show competence, good judgment and self-control.

State rule 746.1201(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control"

Inspector's note: Based on the information obtained, it was determined that a caregiver was not demonstrating good judgement when playing with the children in care. This was corrected when the caregiver was removed from the operation.

Corrected while the inspector was there. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).