LIFE Kidz Academy

Medium risk The operation's written policies must cover parent rights.

State rule 746.501(a)(20) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights"

Inspector's note: The operational policies did not have information regarding parents rights. The operation updated the policies during the inspection to add parent rights.

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

High risk Caregivers must supervise every child at all times: close enough to step in, and always aware of what each child is doing.

State rule 746.1205(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Supervision ensures each child's safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity"

Inspector's note: At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.

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

Medium-high risk Caregivers may not use personal phones or other electronic devices in ways that take their attention from the children.

State rule 746.1203(3)(D) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games"

Inspector's note: A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,

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

Medium-high risk Infant rooms must have a hand-washing sink.

State rule 746.2405(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink"

Inspector's note: The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.

Corrected May 15, 2026, verified by the state Jun 4, 2026.

Medium-high risk Each infant's bottles and cups must be labelled with the child's name.

State rule 746.2419(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups"

Inspector's note: Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.

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

Medium-high risk The building, grounds and equipment must be kept in good repair and clean.

State rule 746.3407 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment"

Inspector's note: At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.

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

Medium-high risk Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear

State rule 746.4807(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear"

Inspector's note: The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.

Corrected May 15, 2026, verified by the state Jun 4, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Screen time must be age-appropriate.

State rule 746.2207(c)(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate"

Inspector's note: At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.

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

Medium-high risk Pediatric CPR training and recertification must follow the state's guidelines and be skill-based.

State rule 746.1315(b)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based"

Inspector's note: The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.

Corrected Jan 30, 2026, verified by the state Feb 4, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk There must be enough light at nap time for caregivers to see each child.

State rule 746.2911 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Adequate Lighting During Naptime"

Inspector's note: Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.

Corrected while the inspector was there. 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: An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom

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

High risk Employees and caregivers must make sure no child is abused, neglected or exploited.

State rule 746.1201(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited"

Inspector's note: During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.

Corrected Oct 21, 2025, verified by the state Nov 5, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended

State rule 746.5605(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended"

Inspector's note: During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.

Corrected Oct 21, 2025, verified by the state Nov 5, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk A sign-in and sign-out record must be kept for every child, as the state requires.

State rule 746.631(b) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System"

Inspector's note: During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.

Corrected Oct 21, 2025, verified by the state Nov 5, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children

State rule 746.3807(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children"

Inspector's note: Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.

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

Medium-high risk The director and each caregiver must have current pediatric first aid training (with rescue breathing and choking).

State rule 746.1315(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking."

Inspector's note: Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble for review.

Corrected Feb 28, 2025, verified by the state Feb 13, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Diapers must be changed following the state's diaper-changing steps.

State rule 746.3501(5) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name"

Inspector's note: Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.

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