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At the time of the incident, there were four infants inside the classroom with one staff member (Staff 1, S1) present. There was one child (Child 1, C1) that had diarrhea and soiled the carpet. The other child (Child 2, C2) was inside the classroom and was playing on the carpet with C1. There was another staff (Staff 2, S2) who came in to help and clean C1. During the incident, C1 was observed to have feces on C1’s cheek. However, staff could not determine if the child was able to ingest feces.
Based on confidential interviews with relevant parties, the allegation regarding lack of care and supervision resulting in children eating feces could not be corroborated. Parent interviews conducted did not express any concern with the care the facility provides.
A second allegation was received, alleging that staff did not ensure the childcare was kept clean and sanitary. Interviews revealed that during the incident that occurred on April 10, 2026, staff 1 cleaned and disinfected the carpet that got soiled by feces. The director also contacted the cleaning company on the day of the incident. However, cleaning for the carpet was scheduled for April 12, 2026, but it was not cleaned until April 18, 2026.
A third allegation was received alleging that staff do not take precautions to mitigate the spread of illness. Based on records review and confidential interviews, there were no infants reported to be ill during the above time frame.
A fourth allegation was received alleging that staff are operating over ratios. Based on observation and records review, children were transferred to the toddler’s classroom where available staff can provide care and supervision. The facility is within ratio when children were transferred to the other classroom. It was also determined that the staff are within ratio when providing care and supervision during nap time.
Based on interviews, record review, and observation, there is not enough evidence regarding the following allegations: lack of care and supervision resulting in children eating feces, staff did not ensure the childcare was kept clean and sanitary, staff do not take precautions to mitigate the spread of illness, and staff are operating over ratios. Therefore, the allegations are deemed unsubstantiated at this time. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged
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