Nicks Little World

High risk Infants under 12 months may sleep with only a snug-fitting sheet and mattress cover in the crib.

State rule 747.2315(b) (minimum standards for child-care homes): "Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age"

Inspector's note: Primary caregiver admitted to a 10 month old infant sleeping in a play yard with a dinosaur security blanket.

Corrected Sep 14, 2026, verified by the state Sep 24, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Use of Safety Straps

State rule 747.2307 (minimum standards for child-care homes): "Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Use of Safety Straps"

Inspector's note: During the inspection I observed two children placed in chairs without utilizing the safety straps. This was corrected when the director fastened the straps.

Corrected while the inspector was there.

Medium-high risk Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads

State rule 747.2311(2)(A) (minimum standards for child-care homes): "Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads"

Inspector's note: During the inspection I observed an infant asleep in a play yard with an additional foam mattress.

Corrected Sep 14, 2026, verified by the state Sep 15, 2026.

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 747.3501 (minimum standards for child-care homes): "Safety - Areas Free From Hazards"

Inspector's note: During the inspection I observed a basket with mosquito repellent pouches and a can of spray accessible to children in care. This was corrected when the director removed the items. I observed two recalled fisher price rock and roll rockers at the operation. This was corrected when the director removed the rockers.

Corrected Sep 14, 2026, verified by the state Sep 15, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium risk Each child's file must hold a health statement.

State rule 747.603(a)(3) (minimum standards for child-care homes): "Children's Records - Health Statement"

Inspector's note: During review of record keeping 1 out of 4 records evaluated did not have a health inspection.

Corrected Sep 28, 2026, verified by the state Sep 21, 2026.

Medium risk Each child's file must hold all the admission information the state requires (such as contacts, medical authorization and permissions).

State rule 747.605(10) (minimum standards for child-care homes): "Required Admission Information - Physician Information"

Inspector's note: During review of record keeping 2 out of 4 records evaluated did not include healthcare physician information.

Corrected Sep 28, 2026, verified by the state Sep 21, 2026.