Luv-N-Care Learning Center

Medium-high risk Cots and mats at nap time must be arranged as the state requires (for example not blocking exits, with room to walk).

State rule 746.2909(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space"

Inspector's note: The preschool classroom was observed without sufficient walking space. Note: A photo was taken of the preschool classroom.

Corrected Apr 7, 2026, verified by the state Apr 7, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Storage for Individual Belongings

State rule 746.4505 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Storage for Individual Belongings"

Inspector's note: The school age classroom did not contain storage for individual belongings.

Corrected Jan 23, 2026, verified by the state Jan 22, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Infant equipment such as high chairs and swings must be used with their safety straps.

State rule 746.2407 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps"

Inspector's note: One infant was observed seated in a high chair without the required straps. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

Corrected Aug 25, 2025, verified by the state Sep 24, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Each caregiver must know how many children they are responsible for.

State rule 746.1205(a)(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for"

Inspector's note: The younger twos caregiver provided the incorrect number of children responsible for.

Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified by the state Aug 19, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk Infant areas must be free of objects that could cause choking.

State rule 746.2401(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers"

Inspector's note: Two infants were observed sleeping with pacifier attachments inside of the crib. Note: A photo was taken.

Corrected Aug 6, 2025, verified by the state Aug 19, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The center must have a fire inspection by the local fire marshal before opening and every 12 months after.

State rule 746.5101(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months"

Inspector's note: The operations fire inspection expired 5/1/2025.

Corrected Sep 18, 2025, verified by the state Sep 20, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Hazards found on outdoor play equipment must be removed or repaired.

State rule 746.4751(c) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired"

Inspector's note: A water fountain was observed rusted and chipped on the playground. Note: A photo was taken.

Corrected Aug 29, 2025, verified by the state Sep 12, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Loose-fill surfacing must be kept at the proper depth.

State rule 746.4907(d) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained"

Inspector's note: The loose fill surfacing beneath the swings was observed below the required 9 inches. The loose fill surfacing beneath the stationary items was observed below the required 6 inches. Note: A photo was taken.

Corrected Aug 22, 2025, verified by the state Sep 12, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Sanitary holders must be used when serving food.

State rule 746.3317(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders"

Inspector's note: The older twos classrooms was observed eating without sanitary holders.

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

Medium-high risk Active-play use zones must have loose-fill or unitary surfacing.

State rule 746.4901(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing"

Inspector's note: A merry go cycle was observed without loose fill beneath. Note: A picture was taken.

Corrected Jan 28, 2025, verified by the state Feb 3, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Each child's file must hold an emergency contact.

State rule 746.605(6) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact"

Inspector's note: One of ten records did not contain the emergency contacts address. Note: This was corrected during inspection.

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