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Imagination Station Early Learning Center Russell

Data last updated · May 2026

Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    4 / 5
  • Process Quality
    3 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    5 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Nevada Silver State Stars rating of 3 Star. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Nevada's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Nevada caps infant ratios at 1:6, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:13. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 24 hours of annual training.

Quality Recognitions & Accreditations

State Quality Rating
Nevada Silver State Stars 3 Star (Max 5) Learn more →
Accreditations
  • National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
  • National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
  • National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
  • National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited

Facility Info

Facility type
Child Care Center
Age groups served
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Licensed capacity
214
Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:612
Toddlers1:612
Preschool1:1326

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
Not Regulated

Inspection History

42 Inspection Visits Since 2019 · 46 Findings
Most recent: Nov 12, 2025Download Latest Report (PDF)
5 Critical41 Important

Across 42 inspections since 2019, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (35), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (10), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). Of 46 total findings, 5 were critical.

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  1. Nov 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Annual

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 11.12.2025 The facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 47 children. 15 children's files and 30 staff files were reviewed. Upon inspection surveyor noted that the If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: compliance Director Date: 12/08/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S Based on observation, the following hazard were observed: 2-5 year old playground: - Slight debris on the play ground that will need to be cleaned. - Rocks and sand near back corner of playground needs to be releveled. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/12/2025 NAME OF PRO Based on file review, the following were observed: - The facility failed to maintain an appropriate and accurate transportation log. transportation log template does not included a space for the drivers printed name and signature. Furthermore, Visual Sweeps are not conducted and logged on transportation logs. Please update transportation logs to included a space for the drivers name and signature. Update and upload new transportation log templates and proof that all staff (including drivers) have been retrained on how to properly complete new transportation logs. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a ch Based on observation the following hazards were observed during the facility's Walk through: - Redfish classroom: The children's chairs were observed with stains and debris. Children chairs will need to be deep cleaned or replaced. - Yellowfish classroom: Paper towels were observed in the classroom handwashing sink and on the floor. paper towels will need to be picked up. The first toilet seat was observed with urine and will need to be cleaned. - Clownfish classroom: The second restroom, toilet's bowl will need to be cleaned, the floor mat near the handwashing sink will need to be cleaned. L Based on file review, staff, Andre Gates, is missing up to date Nevada Registry certificate. Please upload up to date Nevada Registry Certificate to provide proof of correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/12/2025 Based on file review, Staff, Kaelin Sumulong (TB expired) and Linsey Vorheier ( TB Missing) do no have up to date TB test on file. Staff must complete TB test and provide negative results. Upload up to date TB test for the staff listed to provide proof of these corrections. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. The staff was given a deadline to summit 12/05/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 all overdue trainings 5 days after commencing his or her 2. This will be corrected by 12-5-25 employment or position in a child care 3. We will be using the calendar system to facility, each person who is employed in a track trainings for staff to ensure that child care facility, other than a person trainings are complete. employed in a facility that provides care for 4. This... Based on file review, the following staff members were observed to be missing the following trainings: - Katrina T.: Needs initial building and physical premises and Emergency preparedness training. - Michelle: Needs initial and updated Lifelong Wellness with Nutrition and Obesity training. Please upload completed training certificates to provide proof of corrections. Based on file review the following children are missing permission to release forms in child files: - Child 7 - Child 12 - Child 13 Please upload completed Permission to Release forms to provide proof of corrections. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/12/2025 NAME OF PROV Based on file review, the following children are missing up to date immunizations: - Child 1: One does of DPT and one does of PC. - Child 2: Two doses of DPT, one does of MMR, and one does of Varicella. - Child 4: One dose of DPT, one dose of MMR, and one does of Varicella. - Child 9: One dose of MMR. one dose of Hep A, and one does of Varicella. Please upload up to date immunization records, religious exemption for signed by parent, medial exemption form signed by physician, appointment card, or letter from physician stating child is on a delayed immunization schedule. Based on interview, the facility failed to notify Childcare Licensing , SNHD, and OPHIE of spreadable disease. - The director reports that the facility had 6 reports of Hands Foot and Mouth. - The facility must notify SNHD and OPHIE of positive reports of Hand Foot and Mouth. Upload documentation showing that SNHD and OPHIE have been informed of this issue, and comply with any instructions given by each agency. * Provider states that toy sanitation is now conducted daily and that parents were notified. FORM APPROV Based on observation the following classroom did not have a sufficient amount of toys and materials: - Green Fish - Yellow Fish - Clown Fish Please restock classrooms with sufficient amount of toys and activities for children. Upload pictures of each classroom shelve restocked with toys to provide proof of corrections. NAC 430 1. Each facility, including, without limitation, NAC 430 1. All new children will have their first 11/17/202 a family home and a group home, shall assessment within thirty days of enrollment 5 have an early care and education program. and every six months 2. Each facili Based on file review, the facility failed to ensure that all children had up to date assessments upon review of the children's files 8 children were missing updated assessments. - Child 1 - Child 2 - Child 7 - Child 8 - Child 10 - Child 11 - Child 13 - Child 15 Complete up to date assessments for the children's listed and upload completed assessment for review. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.The teachers were spoken to about the 11/13/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to importance of the door chimes to ensure 5 provide physical care, supervision and that the children are safe. individual attention to each child and allow 2. This was corrected on 11-13-25 time for interaction between the staff and 3. When the floor supervisors are going in the c... Based on observations, a child in the Yellowfish classroom accessed the back door that leads to the playground. Although door alarms are present, the alarm chime for this classroom door was found to be turned off. Classroom staff must uphold appropriate supervision practices and ensure door alarms are activated to assist in monitoring and alerting them when a child attempts to open the door or exit the classroom.

  2. Jun 30, 20252 Findings2 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterBi-annual

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 27 children. 0 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/15/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER Based on observation and interviewing, Janitor David Shmickle was observed working on site providing Janitorial services. David was observed in and out of open and closed classrooms throughout the facility. Although, David is hired through a private company and not an Imagination Station employee, he is still required to complete fingerprints and be added onto the facility's NABS Roster due to working around the children. David will need to complete fingerprints and NABS application prior to returning on site. Upload completed Consent and Release form to include Live Scan signature and update Based on observations, the following hazards were observed: - Toddler Playground: The window ledge outside of Red Room 1 is beginning to chip 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/30/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 and is no longer a smooth surface. Repair window ledge and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Large Playground: The turf was observed unleveled and lifting near the tree causing a potential tripping hazard. Repair and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. Reminder to clean the slight debris and water cups on playground. NAC 290 1. Each licensee of a facility shall have a NAC 290 1. The white van was taken out of service 07/08/202 working telephone listed in a local unti... Based on observation the following hazards were observed during vehicle inspection: - White Van: The black stepping ledge was observed cracked and lifting causing a tripping and cutting hazard. The stepping plate will need to be repaired. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - The fire extinguishers in the white van and wrapped van are not tagged showing proof of them being serviced. The vehicle's fire extinguishers will need to be services and tagged. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Transportation logs: It should be noted that transportation logs we Based on observation, the following hazards were observed: - Blue Room1: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Upload pictures to provide proof of correction. -Blue Room 2: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Lastly, a large black power surge was observed under wooden table near the front glass window of the classroom. this power surge is exposed and accessib Based on interview, Janitor David Schmickle does not have a TB Test on file. David will need to complete a TB test and provide Negative results. Upload David's TB test results to provide proof of these corrections.

    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 11677

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 26 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/03/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Please develop a plan to be consistent with staff members filling out and turning in incident reports when children are hitting each other and ways to curtail such behavior. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. When the teacher is changing diapers or 06/30/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to is overwhelmed the teacher will call the 5 provide physical care, supervision and front desk and a member of the individual attention to each child and allow administration will come inside the time for interaction between the staff and classroom to ensure that the wellbeing of the children to promote the children ' s the children is being followed. Supervisor social competence, emotional well-being will model for the classroom teacher and intellectual developme... 4.d. - 4. A member of the staff of a facility who is supervising a child pursuant to subsection 1 must: (d) Maintain a proximity to the child that allows the member of the staff to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child. Develop a plan to supervise children who at risk of opening door and leaving classroom.

  3. May 22, 20251 Finding1 Critical
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 11420

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 48 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 05/27/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation in Green Room (3's), Teacher was by herself with 12 children but can hear Teacher yelling at the children to "Stop" and "Don't do that" but need to address the issue telling them what they should be doing and not to use negative words used. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/22/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.Floor supervisors or another member of 05/22/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to administration will assist the teachers, 5 provide physical care, supervision and model positive behaviors assist in individual attention to each child and allow redirecting children and giving children time for interaction between the... During walkthrough of complaint investigation, lack of supervision was observed in Green Room as Teacher was in ratio by herself with 12 children but 2 children were trying to hide on lower shelf and one was running in classroom away from Teacher and group.

  4. May 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 11177

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 47 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1.Door alarms will be used and set while 05/29/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of children are present, to prevent children 5 the facility or appoint or permit the from eloping. appointment of a person as an employee or 2. The door alarms were ordered 5-27-25 volunteer at the facility if the person has 3. Teacher's will encourage children to stay been convi There is a need to install child-proof doorknob covers to prevent children who tend to elope from exiting the classrooms unsupervised. Director should be aware that these are a preventative measure to keep children safely in their classrooms. 2877 B. WING _______________________ Please develop a plan so that self reports based on children needing professional medical care are turned into child care licensing within 48 hours. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.When a teacher is overwhelmed or needs 05/06/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to assistance with the children a second 5 provide physical care, supervision and teacher will step in and help if another individual attention to each child and allow teacher isn't available a member of time for interaction between the staff and administration will step into the classroom. the children to promote the children ' s 2. This was correc... Although the room was in ratio, the teacher needed another adult in the room, as the children were climbing on the furniture and being aggressive towards one another. There is a need for an additional staff member in these cases. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Teachers are not allowed to leave the 05/06/202 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 classroom out of ratio, if they need 5 child care center, child care institution, something they are to call the front desk. accommodation facility, facility for special 2. This was corrected on 5-6-25 and is on events, nursery for infants and toddlers or going special needs fa... Based on observation, although many classes were within ratio, one teacher in the playground was left with 14 children. The other adult had left to gather some paperwork. Please arrange for a plan when an adult needs to leave their class.

  5. Mar 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Follow Up Conducted via Phone on 3/18/2025Ad-hoc, Complaint - 10835

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint follow up conducted via phone on 3/18/2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Based on the teacher's written statement, they failed to conduct a face to name and left a child unattended in the classroom. Please submit a plan that will ensure that all children are properly supervised and future non-compliance does not occur.

  6. Jan 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your…Complaint - 10835

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site complaint investigation conducted at your facility, for State license #2877, on 01/22/2025. There were no regulatory deficiencies identified at the time of the investigation. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 19 children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPP

  7. Nov 13, 20242 Findings2 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Annual

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 11/13/2024. The facility is licensed for 214 Children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 45 children and 12 staff, 15 children files were reviewed and 44 staff files were reviewed. Reminder/Recommendation: 1. The walls in all classrooms need a deep cleaning or to be painted. 2. All classroom trash cans need lids or If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LAB Based on observation of the playground, during inspection on 11/12/2024, there is a small hole and uneven sod on the large middle playground. The hole and uneven sod are located near the tree in the left back corner of the playground. The hole needs to be filled or repaired and the ground sod needs to be resurfaced. Please repair the hole and the sod and upload photos to show proof of this correction. NAC 3. If transportation is provided by the NAC 1. All the booster seats in all the vans were 12/02/202 290.3 licensee of a facility, all children must be 290.3 given back to the parents, the booster seats 4 protected by adequate supervision by the that were property of the center were staff, safety precautions and adequate thrown away. Parents will bring there on insurance which covers liabi... Based on inspection walk through of facility vehicles, it was observed that there were hazards found within some of the vehicles. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNIN Based on inspection walk through completed on 11/13/2024, it was observed that there were hazards found within several of the classrooms and on the playground. Blue Room 2 (Empty) - Water fountain needs to be cleaned out, carpet needs to be vacuumed, and broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children. Blue Room 1 - Personal item (brown purse) needs to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, water fountain needs to be cleaned, toilets need cleaning, broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, walls aroun Based on staff file review, it was observed that some Staff are missing valid CPR certifications. Staff include those listed below. Please upload updated CPR/First Aid Certificate cards to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Kayla M. Natasha P. Earlita P. Anette R. Olivia S. Based on staff file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that there are 4 staff with expired negative TB test results. Staff listed below cannot return to work until negative TB test results are provided. Please upload negative TB test results to show proof of this correction. Staff with expired TB results are: Damecca K., Olivia S., Shantrese B., and Jessica A. (resigned). NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All orientation will be documented within 11/20/202 432A.177 , within the first 2 weeks after two weeks of hire and put in the licensing 4 commencing employment, newly employed binders. members of the staff of a facility must be 2. The staff on the POC were all completed given a written and oral orientation program by 11-27-24 and be trained in the pol... Based on staff binder review it was observed that the staff listed below are missing their Orientation Checklists. Please upload the signed and completed Orientation Checklists to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Tyler E. Breonna G. Dameca K. Sherryl U. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff that is out of compliance at the 12/05/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 sixty-day mark will be given a reminder at 4 days after commencing his or her 90 days they will be taken off the schedule employment or position in a child care until they are in compliance. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 facility, each person who is employed in ... Based on file review, the staff listed below are missing some Initial trainings. Please have staff complete trainings and upload certificates to show proof of these correction. Natania A. Human Growth and Development (2 hours) Meagan A.- Child Abuse & Neglect ( Needs to renew- Expires every five years) Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #1 and child #6 are missing their Emergency Medical form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 11/20/202 written statement which: 1.All front desk staffmust ensure that all 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be paperwork is complete and accurate 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 offered to the children; 2. This was corrected on 11-20-24 (b) Provides for the special needs of each 3. All front desk staff must double check child; allpaperwork to ensure that everything (c) States ... Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #6 is missing their Transportation form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME OF PRO Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #5 is missing their Permission to Release form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #7 and child #14 are missing immunizations. Child #7 - Needs the DTap (3 doses), Polio (1 dose), Streptococcus Pneumonias (4 doses) and HIB (4 doses). Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Child #14 - Needs the DTap, Hep A, Hep B, Varicella, Polio, Streptococcus Pneumonias, MMR and HIB. Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Please upload an updated immunizatio Based on observation during facility visit on 11/13/2024, it was observed that a child's medication was expired. Albuterol inhaler expired on 8/2024. Please send home any expired 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 Based on file review done on 11/12/2024, it was observed that Child #1 - 15 are missing their Assessments in their file. Please upload each child's completed assessment to show proof of this correction. NAC 400 1. A licensee of a facility shall enhance a NAC 400 1. It is unacceptable to yell and be 11/12/202 child ' s behavior through positive guidance, aggressive towards children, The staff was 4 redirection of the child ' s behavior and the pulled out of the classroom and will be setting of clear-cut limits on behavior. retrained. 2. A member, employee or other person 2. This was corrected Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff Earlita P. was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Staff was observed doing bathroom duties with the children. During this time a child ran towards Earlita and she then swatted at child. It is unknown if staff mad contact with the child. Child was observed staggering back wards. Inspector was unable to identify if successful contact was mad by staff or if child moved back anticipating contact. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 Please note that staff should not being using any forms of physical / inappropriate discipline with children at any time. NAC 520 1. ... Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Teacher Earlita P. is required to retake the Positive Guidance training course. Please upload a copy of Earlita's new certificate into the Plan of Correction once she has retaken the course. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. All employees will have completed their must: initial training at the ninety-day mark so (a) Be at least 16 years of age; They can be invited into the Nevada (b) Be able to summon Based on file review, The following staff are missing Nevada Registry: -Natania A. -Jessica A. - Brianna B. -Darlene B. -Chyna C. -Olivia C. -Tyler E. -Jasmine G. -Olivia S. -Kaelong S. -Natalia T. -Sherryl U. Please upload Nevada Registry Certificate for the staff listed above to show proof of this correction.

    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 10532

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 45 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 11/20/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation please see the director for an updated nabs and record review, Julia H is In Process in listing NABS and was found by herself in Toddler 4. This is the director and the management 2 Room who should not have contact with teams responsibility. children without supervision and before background check completed. Based on observation, Infant Red Teacher Bianca D was carrying a child in arms when another child was crawling into diaper changing area so she bent over and grabbed crawling child with one hand under child's arm picking up child off floor and held both Infants at same time. Based on observation, Red 1 Teacher Takaya D was carrying a child in arms when another child was standing on top of play stove so she grabbed child off of stove by grabbing under child's one arm and placed child down to ground. Remind staff that it is not safe to grab child under one arm and pick up or move while carrying another child in arms already. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of... Based on observation in Red 1 Room, a child was standing on top of play stove when Teacher Takaya D told her to get down but child didn't listen so she grabbed her under arm and pulled her down. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. When the surveyor arrived at the center 11/13/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we were in ratio, another child arrived, and 4 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 child care center, child care institution, the parent brought the child into the accommodation facility, facility for special classroom events, nursery for infants and toddlers or when the regional director noticed the special needs facility shall, between the sit... Based on observation, Red 1 room was out of ratio with 7 (1-1 1/2 year olds) children when ratio should be 6:1.

  8. Oct 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your Facility On…Complaint - 10212

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 10/08/2024. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 10/15/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER 2877 B. WING _______________________ 1... Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Children in Blue 2 were observed running around with no shoes, children sitting on tables, two children were observed hiding under covers, while the staff remained engaged playing a card game with one child and not actively aware of the other children. Please ensure that staff are properly supervising all children to ensure their safety.

  9. Jul 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterBi-annual

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 26 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/03/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Please develop a plan to be consistent with staff members filling out and turning in incident reports when children are hitting each other and ways to curtail such behavior. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. When the teacher is changing diapers or 06/30/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to is overwhelmed the teacher will call the 5 provide physical care, supervision and front desk and a member of the individual attention to each child and allow administration will come inside the time for interaction between the staff and classroom to ensure that the wellbeing of the children to promote the children ' s the children is being followed. Supervisor social competence, emotional well-being will model for the classroom teacher and intellectual developme... 4.d. - 4. A member of the staff of a facility who is supervising a child pursuant to subsection 1 must: (d) Maintain a proximity to the child that allows the member of the staff to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child. Develop a plan to supervise children who at risk of opening door and leaving classroom.

  10. Jul 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 10014

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 47 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1.Door alarms will be used and set while 05/29/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of children are present, to prevent children 5 the facility or appoint or permit the from eloping. appointment of a person as an employee or 2. The door alarms were ordered 5-27-25 volunteer at the facility if the person has 3. Teacher's will encourage children to stay been convi There is a need to install child-proof doorknob covers to prevent children who tend to elope from exiting the classrooms unsupervised. Director should be aware that these are a preventative measure to keep children safely in their classrooms. 2877 B. WING _______________________ Please develop a plan so that self reports based on children needing professional medical care are turned into child care licensing within 48 hours. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.When a teacher is overwhelmed or needs 05/06/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to assistance with the children a second 5 provide physical care, supervision and teacher will step in and help if another individual attention to each child and allow teacher isn't available a member of time for interaction between the staff and administration will step into the classroom. the children to promote the children ' s 2. This was correc... Although the room was in ratio, the teacher needed another adult in the room, as the children were climbing on the furniture and being aggressive towards one another. There is a need for an additional staff member in these cases. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Teachers are not allowed to leave the 05/06/202 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 classroom out of ratio, if they need 5 child care center, child care institution, something they are to call the front desk. accommodation facility, facility for special 2. This was corrected on 5-6-25 and is on events, nursery for infants and toddlers or going special needs fa... Based on observation, although many classes were within ratio, one teacher in the playground was left with 14 children. The other adult had left to gather some paperwork. Please arrange for a plan when an adult needs to leave their class.

  11. May 30, 20241 Finding1 Critical
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 9951

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 48 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 05/27/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation in Green Room (3's), Teacher was by herself with 12 children but can hear Teacher yelling at the children to "Stop" and "Don't do that" but need to address the issue telling them what they should be doing and not to use negative words used. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/22/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.Floor supervisors or another member of 05/22/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to administration will assist the teachers, 5 provide physical care, supervision and model positive behaviors assist in individual attention to each child and allow redirecting children and giving children time for interaction between the... During walkthrough of complaint investigation, lack of supervision was observed in Green Room as Teacher was in ratio by herself with 12 children but 2 children were trying to hide on lower shelf and one was running in classroom away from Teacher and group.

  12. Apr 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Follow Up Conducted via Phone on 3/18/2025Complaint - 9694

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint follow up conducted via phone on 3/18/2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Based on the teacher's written statement, they failed to conduct a face to name and left a child unattended in the classroom. Please submit a plan that will ensure that all children are properly supervised and future non-compliance does not occur.

  13. Apr 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 9723

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 27 children. 0 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/15/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER Based on observation and interviewing, Janitor David Shmickle was observed working on site providing Janitorial services. David was observed in and out of open and closed classrooms throughout the facility. Although, David is hired through a private company and not an Imagination Station employee, he is still required to complete fingerprints and be added onto the facility's NABS Roster due to working around the children. David will need to complete fingerprints and NABS application prior to returning on site. Upload completed Consent and Release form to include Live Scan signature and update Based on observations, the following hazards were observed: - Toddler Playground: The window ledge outside of Red Room 1 is beginning to chip 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/30/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 and is no longer a smooth surface. Repair window ledge and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Large Playground: The turf was observed unleveled and lifting near the tree causing a potential tripping hazard. Repair and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. Reminder to clean the slight debris and water cups on playground. NAC 290 1. Each licensee of a facility shall have a NAC 290 1. The white van was taken out of service 07/08/202 working telephone listed in a local unti... Based on observation the following hazards were observed during vehicle inspection: - White Van: The black stepping ledge was observed cracked and lifting causing a tripping and cutting hazard. The stepping plate will need to be repaired. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - The fire extinguishers in the white van and wrapped van are not tagged showing proof of them being serviced. The vehicle's fire extinguishers will need to be services and tagged. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Transportation logs: It should be noted that transportation logs we Based on observation, the following hazards were observed: - Blue Room1: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Upload pictures to provide proof of correction. -Blue Room 2: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Lastly, a large black power surge was observed under wooden table near the front glass window of the classroom. this power surge is exposed and accessib Based on interview, Janitor David Schmickle does not have a TB Test on file. David will need to complete a TB test and provide Negative results. Upload David's TB test results to provide proof of these corrections.

  14. Dec 23, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Complaint - 9101

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 12/12/2023. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 28 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 10/04/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER 2877 B. WING ___________... Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Children in Toddler 2 were observed climbing on chairs, tables, and shelves. Please ensure that staff are properly supervising all children to ensure their safety.

  15. Nov 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your…Annual

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site complaint investigation conducted at your facility, for State license #2877, on 01/22/2025. There were no regulatory deficiencies identified at the time of the investigation. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 19 children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPP

  16. Oct 12, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 8879

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 45 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 11/20/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation please see the director for an updated nabs and record review, Julia H is In Process in listing NABS and was found by herself in Toddler 4. This is the director and the management 2 Room who should not have contact with teams responsibility. children without supervision and before background check completed. Based on observation, Infant Red Teacher Bianca D was carrying a child in arms when another child was crawling into diaper changing area so she bent over and grabbed crawling child with one hand under child's arm picking up child off floor and held both Infants at same time. Based on observation, Red 1 Teacher Takaya D was carrying a child in arms when another child was standing on top of play stove so she grabbed child off of stove by grabbing under child's one arm and placed child down to ground. Remind staff that it is not safe to grab child under one arm and pick up or move while carrying another child in arms already. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of... Based on observation in Red 1 Room, a child was standing on top of play stove when Teacher Takaya D told her to get down but child didn't listen so she grabbed her under arm and pulled her down. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. When the surveyor arrived at the center 11/13/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we were in ratio, another child arrived, and 4 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 child care center, child care institution, the parent brought the child into the accommodation facility, facility for special classroom events, nursery for infants and toddlers or when the regional director noticed the special needs facility shall, between the sit... Based on observation, Red 1 room was out of ratio with 7 (1-1 1/2 year olds) children when ratio should be 6:1.

  17. Jul 18, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Complaint - 8427

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 11/13/2024. The facility is licensed for 214 Children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 45 children and 12 staff, 15 children files were reviewed and 44 staff files were reviewed. Reminder/Recommendation: 1. The walls in all classrooms need a deep cleaning or to be painted. 2. All classroom trash cans need lids or If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LAB Based on observation of the playground, during inspection on 11/12/2024, there is a small hole and uneven sod on the large middle playground. The hole and uneven sod are located near the tree in the left back corner of the playground. The hole needs to be filled or repaired and the ground sod needs to be resurfaced. Please repair the hole and the sod and upload photos to show proof of this correction. NAC 3. If transportation is provided by the NAC 1. All the booster seats in all the vans were 12/02/202 290.3 licensee of a facility, all children must be 290.3 given back to the parents, the booster seats 4 protected by adequate supervision by the that were property of the center were staff, safety precautions and adequate thrown away. Parents will bring there on insurance which covers liabi... Based on inspection walk through of facility vehicles, it was observed that there were hazards found within some of the vehicles. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNIN Based on inspection walk through completed on 11/13/2024, it was observed that there were hazards found within several of the classrooms and on the playground. Blue Room 2 (Empty) - Water fountain needs to be cleaned out, carpet needs to be vacuumed, and broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children. Blue Room 1 - Personal item (brown purse) needs to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, water fountain needs to be cleaned, toilets need cleaning, broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, walls aroun Based on staff file review, it was observed that some Staff are missing valid CPR certifications. Staff include those listed below. Please upload updated CPR/First Aid Certificate cards to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Kayla M. Natasha P. Earlita P. Anette R. Olivia S. Based on staff file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that there are 4 staff with expired negative TB test results. Staff listed below cannot return to work until negative TB test results are provided. Please upload negative TB test results to show proof of this correction. Staff with expired TB results are: Damecca K., Olivia S., Shantrese B., and Jessica A. (resigned). NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All orientation will be documented within 11/20/202 432A.177 , within the first 2 weeks after two weeks of hire and put in the licensing 4 commencing employment, newly employed binders. members of the staff of a facility must be 2. The staff on the POC were all completed given a written and oral orientation program by 11-27-24 and be trained in the pol... Based on staff binder review it was observed that the staff listed below are missing their Orientation Checklists. Please upload the signed and completed Orientation Checklists to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Tyler E. Breonna G. Dameca K. Sherryl U. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff that is out of compliance at the 12/05/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 sixty-day mark will be given a reminder at 4 days after commencing his or her 90 days they will be taken off the schedule employment or position in a child care until they are in compliance. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 facility, each person who is employed in ... Based on file review, the staff listed below are missing some Initial trainings. Please have staff complete trainings and upload certificates to show proof of these correction. Natania A. Human Growth and Development (2 hours) Meagan A.- Child Abuse & Neglect ( Needs to renew- Expires every five years) Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #1 and child #6 are missing their Emergency Medical form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 11/20/202 written statement which: 1.All front desk staffmust ensure that all 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be paperwork is complete and accurate 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 offered to the children; 2. This was corrected on 11-20-24 (b) Provides for the special needs of each 3. All front desk staff must double check child; allpaperwork to ensure that everything (c) States ... Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #6 is missing their Transportation form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME OF PRO Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #5 is missing their Permission to Release form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #7 and child #14 are missing immunizations. Child #7 - Needs the DTap (3 doses), Polio (1 dose), Streptococcus Pneumonias (4 doses) and HIB (4 doses). Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Child #14 - Needs the DTap, Hep A, Hep B, Varicella, Polio, Streptococcus Pneumonias, MMR and HIB. Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Please upload an updated immunizatio Based on observation during facility visit on 11/13/2024, it was observed that a child's medication was expired. Albuterol inhaler expired on 8/2024. Please send home any expired 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 Based on file review done on 11/12/2024, it was observed that Child #1 - 15 are missing their Assessments in their file. Please upload each child's completed assessment to show proof of this correction. NAC 400 1. A licensee of a facility shall enhance a NAC 400 1. It is unacceptable to yell and be 11/12/202 child ' s behavior through positive guidance, aggressive towards children, The staff was 4 redirection of the child ' s behavior and the pulled out of the classroom and will be setting of clear-cut limits on behavior. retrained. 2. A member, employee or other person 2. This was corrected Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff Earlita P. was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Staff was observed doing bathroom duties with the children. During this time a child ran towards Earlita and she then swatted at child. It is unknown if staff mad contact with the child. Child was observed staggering back wards. Inspector was unable to identify if successful contact was mad by staff or if child moved back anticipating contact. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 Please note that staff should not being using any forms of physical / inappropriate discipline with children at any time. NAC 520 1. ... Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Teacher Earlita P. is required to retake the Positive Guidance training course. Please upload a copy of Earlita's new certificate into the Plan of Correction once she has retaken the course. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. All employees will have completed their must: initial training at the ninety-day mark so (a) Be at least 16 years of age; They can be invited into the Nevada (b) Be able to summon Based on file review, The following staff are missing Nevada Registry: -Natania A. -Jessica A. - Brianna B. -Darlene B. -Chyna C. -Olivia C. -Tyler E. -Jasmine G. -Olivia S. -Kaelong S. -Natalia T. -Sherryl U. Please upload Nevada Registry Certificate for the staff listed above to show proof of this correction.

  18. Jul 6, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 8497

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 79 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: Title: Date: REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE

  19. Jun 22, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterAd-hoc

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 27 children. 0 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/15/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER Based on observation and interviewing, Janitor David Shmickle was observed working on site providing Janitorial services. David was observed in and out of open and closed classrooms throughout the facility. Although, David is hired through a private company and not an Imagination Station employee, he is still required to complete fingerprints and be added onto the facility's NABS Roster due to working around the children. David will need to complete fingerprints and NABS application prior to returning on site. Upload completed Consent and Release form to include Live Scan signature and update Based on observations, the following hazards were observed: - Toddler Playground: The window ledge outside of Red Room 1 is beginning to chip 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/30/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 and is no longer a smooth surface. Repair window ledge and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Large Playground: The turf was observed unleveled and lifting near the tree causing a potential tripping hazard. Repair and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. Reminder to clean the slight debris and water cups on playground. NAC 290 1. Each licensee of a facility shall have a NAC 290 1. The white van was taken out of service 07/08/202 working telephone listed in a local unti... Based on observation the following hazards were observed during vehicle inspection: - White Van: The black stepping ledge was observed cracked and lifting causing a tripping and cutting hazard. The stepping plate will need to be repaired. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - The fire extinguishers in the white van and wrapped van are not tagged showing proof of them being serviced. The vehicle's fire extinguishers will need to be services and tagged. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Transportation logs: It should be noted that transportation logs we Based on observation, the following hazards were observed: - Blue Room1: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Upload pictures to provide proof of correction. -Blue Room 2: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Lastly, a large black power surge was observed under wooden table near the front glass window of the classroom. this power surge is exposed and accessib Based on interview, Janitor David Schmickle does not have a TB Test on file. David will need to complete a TB test and provide Negative results. Upload David's TB test results to provide proof of these corrections.

  20. Jun 12, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterBi-annual

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 47 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1.Door alarms will be used and set while 05/29/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of children are present, to prevent children 5 the facility or appoint or permit the from eloping. appointment of a person as an employee or 2. The door alarms were ordered 5-27-25 volunteer at the facility if the person has 3. Teacher's will encourage children to stay been convi There is a need to install child-proof doorknob covers to prevent children who tend to elope from exiting the classrooms unsupervised. Director should be aware that these are a preventative measure to keep children safely in their classrooms. 2877 B. WING _______________________ Please develop a plan so that self reports based on children needing professional medical care are turned into child care licensing within 48 hours. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.When a teacher is overwhelmed or needs 05/06/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to assistance with the children a second 5 provide physical care, supervision and teacher will step in and help if another individual attention to each child and allow teacher isn't available a member of time for interaction between the staff and administration will step into the classroom. the children to promote the children ' s 2. This was correc... Although the room was in ratio, the teacher needed another adult in the room, as the children were climbing on the furniture and being aggressive towards one another. There is a need for an additional staff member in these cases. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Teachers are not allowed to leave the 05/06/202 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 classroom out of ratio, if they need 5 child care center, child care institution, something they are to call the front desk. accommodation facility, facility for special 2. This was corrected on 5-6-25 and is on events, nursery for infants and toddlers or going special needs fa... Based on observation, although many classes were within ratio, one teacher in the playground was left with 14 children. The other adult had left to gather some paperwork. Please arrange for a plan when an adult needs to leave their class.

  21. May 24, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your Facility On…Complaint - 8294

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 10/08/2024. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 10/15/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER 2877 B. WING _______________________ 1... Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Children in Blue 2 were observed running around with no shoes, children sitting on tables, two children were observed hiding under covers, while the staff remained engaged playing a card game with one child and not actively aware of the other children. Please ensure that staff are properly supervising all children to ensure their safety.

  22. Apr 26, 20231 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 8139

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 26 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/03/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Please develop a plan to be consistent with staff members filling out and turning in incident reports when children are hitting each other and ways to curtail such behavior. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. When the teacher is changing diapers or 06/30/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to is overwhelmed the teacher will call the 5 provide physical care, supervision and front desk and a member of the individual attention to each child and allow administration will come inside the time for interaction between the staff and classroom to ensure that the wellbeing of the children to promote the children ' s the children is being followed. Supervisor social competence, emotional well-being will model for the classroom teacher and intellectual developme... 4.d. - 4. A member of the staff of a facility who is supervising a child pursuant to subsection 1 must: (d) Maintain a proximity to the child that allows the member of the staff to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child. Develop a plan to supervise children who at risk of opening door and leaving classroom.

  23. Dec 28, 20221 Finding1 Critical
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 7745

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 48 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 05/27/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation in Green Room (3's), Teacher was by herself with 12 children but can hear Teacher yelling at the children to "Stop" and "Don't do that" but need to address the issue telling them what they should be doing and not to use negative words used. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/22/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.Floor supervisors or another member of 05/22/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to administration will assist the teachers, 5 provide physical care, supervision and model positive behaviors assist in individual attention to each child and allow redirecting children and giving children time for interaction between the... During walkthrough of complaint investigation, lack of supervision was observed in Green Room as Teacher was in ratio by herself with 12 children but 2 children were trying to hide on lower shelf and one was running in classroom away from Teacher and group.

  24. Dec 27, 20221 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your…Annual

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site complaint investigation conducted at your facility, for State license #2877, on 01/22/2025. There were no regulatory deficiencies identified at the time of the investigation. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 19 children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPP

  25. Oct 27, 20221 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Follow Up Conducted via Phone on 3/18/2025Complaint - 7460

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint follow up conducted via phone on 3/18/2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Based on the teacher's written statement, they failed to conduct a face to name and left a child unattended in the classroom. Please submit a plan that will ensure that all children are properly supervised and future non-compliance does not occur.

  26. Jul 27, 20221 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your Facility On…Complaint - 7312

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 10/08/2024. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 10/15/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER 2877 B. WING _______________________ 1... Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Children in Blue 2 were observed running around with no shoes, children sitting on tables, two children were observed hiding under covers, while the staff remained engaged playing a card game with one child and not actively aware of the other children. Please ensure that staff are properly supervising all children to ensure their safety.

  27. Jul 20, 20221 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 7278

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 45 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 11/20/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation please see the director for an updated nabs and record review, Julia H is In Process in listing NABS and was found by herself in Toddler 4. This is the director and the management 2 Room who should not have contact with teams responsibility. children without supervision and before background check completed. Based on observation, Infant Red Teacher Bianca D was carrying a child in arms when another child was crawling into diaper changing area so she bent over and grabbed crawling child with one hand under child's arm picking up child off floor and held both Infants at same time. Based on observation, Red 1 Teacher Takaya D was carrying a child in arms when another child was standing on top of play stove so she grabbed child off of stove by grabbing under child's one arm and placed child down to ground. Remind staff that it is not safe to grab child under one arm and pick up or move while carrying another child in arms already. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of... Based on observation in Red 1 Room, a child was standing on top of play stove when Teacher Takaya D told her to get down but child didn't listen so she grabbed her under arm and pulled her down. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. When the surveyor arrived at the center 11/13/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we were in ratio, another child arrived, and 4 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 child care center, child care institution, the parent brought the child into the accommodation facility, facility for special classroom events, nursery for infants and toddlers or when the regional director noticed the special needs facility shall, between the sit... Based on observation, Red 1 room was out of ratio with 7 (1-1 1/2 year olds) children when ratio should be 6:1.

  28. Jul 5, 20221 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Complaint - 7249

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 11/13/2024. The facility is licensed for 214 Children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 45 children and 12 staff, 15 children files were reviewed and 44 staff files were reviewed. Reminder/Recommendation: 1. The walls in all classrooms need a deep cleaning or to be painted. 2. All classroom trash cans need lids or If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LAB Based on observation of the playground, during inspection on 11/12/2024, there is a small hole and uneven sod on the large middle playground. The hole and uneven sod are located near the tree in the left back corner of the playground. The hole needs to be filled or repaired and the ground sod needs to be resurfaced. Please repair the hole and the sod and upload photos to show proof of this correction. NAC 3. If transportation is provided by the NAC 1. All the booster seats in all the vans were 12/02/202 290.3 licensee of a facility, all children must be 290.3 given back to the parents, the booster seats 4 protected by adequate supervision by the that were property of the center were staff, safety precautions and adequate thrown away. Parents will bring there on insurance which covers liabi... Based on inspection walk through of facility vehicles, it was observed that there were hazards found within some of the vehicles. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNIN Based on inspection walk through completed on 11/13/2024, it was observed that there were hazards found within several of the classrooms and on the playground. Blue Room 2 (Empty) - Water fountain needs to be cleaned out, carpet needs to be vacuumed, and broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children. Blue Room 1 - Personal item (brown purse) needs to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, water fountain needs to be cleaned, toilets need cleaning, broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, walls aroun Based on staff file review, it was observed that some Staff are missing valid CPR certifications. Staff include those listed below. Please upload updated CPR/First Aid Certificate cards to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Kayla M. Natasha P. Earlita P. Anette R. Olivia S. Based on staff file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that there are 4 staff with expired negative TB test results. Staff listed below cannot return to work until negative TB test results are provided. Please upload negative TB test results to show proof of this correction. Staff with expired TB results are: Damecca K., Olivia S., Shantrese B., and Jessica A. (resigned). NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All orientation will be documented within 11/20/202 432A.177 , within the first 2 weeks after two weeks of hire and put in the licensing 4 commencing employment, newly employed binders. members of the staff of a facility must be 2. The staff on the POC were all completed given a written and oral orientation program by 11-27-24 and be trained in the pol... Based on staff binder review it was observed that the staff listed below are missing their Orientation Checklists. Please upload the signed and completed Orientation Checklists to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Tyler E. Breonna G. Dameca K. Sherryl U. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff that is out of compliance at the 12/05/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 sixty-day mark will be given a reminder at 4 days after commencing his or her 90 days they will be taken off the schedule employment or position in a child care until they are in compliance. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 facility, each person who is employed in ... Based on file review, the staff listed below are missing some Initial trainings. Please have staff complete trainings and upload certificates to show proof of these correction. Natania A. Human Growth and Development (2 hours) Meagan A.- Child Abuse & Neglect ( Needs to renew- Expires every five years) Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #1 and child #6 are missing their Emergency Medical form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 11/20/202 written statement which: 1.All front desk staffmust ensure that all 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be paperwork is complete and accurate 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 offered to the children; 2. This was corrected on 11-20-24 (b) Provides for the special needs of each 3. All front desk staff must double check child; allpaperwork to ensure that everything (c) States ... Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #6 is missing their Transportation form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME OF PRO Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #5 is missing their Permission to Release form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #7 and child #14 are missing immunizations. Child #7 - Needs the DTap (3 doses), Polio (1 dose), Streptococcus Pneumonias (4 doses) and HIB (4 doses). Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Child #14 - Needs the DTap, Hep A, Hep B, Varicella, Polio, Streptococcus Pneumonias, MMR and HIB. Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Please upload an updated immunizatio Based on observation during facility visit on 11/13/2024, it was observed that a child's medication was expired. Albuterol inhaler expired on 8/2024. Please send home any expired 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 Based on file review done on 11/12/2024, it was observed that Child #1 - 15 are missing their Assessments in their file. Please upload each child's completed assessment to show proof of this correction. NAC 400 1. A licensee of a facility shall enhance a NAC 400 1. It is unacceptable to yell and be 11/12/202 child ' s behavior through positive guidance, aggressive towards children, The staff was 4 redirection of the child ' s behavior and the pulled out of the classroom and will be setting of clear-cut limits on behavior. retrained. 2. A member, employee or other person 2. This was corrected Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff Earlita P. was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Staff was observed doing bathroom duties with the children. During this time a child ran towards Earlita and she then swatted at child. It is unknown if staff mad contact with the child. Child was observed staggering back wards. Inspector was unable to identify if successful contact was mad by staff or if child moved back anticipating contact. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 Please note that staff should not being using any forms of physical / inappropriate discipline with children at any time. NAC 520 1. ... Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Teacher Earlita P. is required to retake the Positive Guidance training course. Please upload a copy of Earlita's new certificate into the Plan of Correction once she has retaken the course. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. All employees will have completed their must: initial training at the ninety-day mark so (a) Be at least 16 years of age; They can be invited into the Nevada (b) Be able to summon Based on file review, The following staff are missing Nevada Registry: -Natania A. -Jessica A. - Brianna B. -Darlene B. -Chyna C. -Olivia C. -Tyler E. -Jasmine G. -Olivia S. -Kaelong S. -Natalia T. -Sherryl U. Please upload Nevada Registry Certificate for the staff listed above to show proof of this correction.

  29. Jun 8, 20222 Findings2 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the on-siteState Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Bi-annual, Complaint - 7185

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-siteState licensure survey conducted at your facility on 06/08/2022. The Facility is licensed for 214 children as a center.The census at the time of survey was 53 children. 30 children's files and 23 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH FOSTER Title: Director Date: 09/16/2022 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Documentationof completed and current investigations were not on file at the facility forrequired persons. The following items were not observed for individuals asnoted below: EligibilityMemo- O. Claven B. Jackson J. Mason NAC 250 1. Except as otherwise provided in this NAC 250 1. When the children dig up the yard dirt 06/13/202 subsection, subsection 3 and NRS and turf it will be replaced or repaired 2 432A.078 in each facility there must be: before children are allowed out side. (a) At least 35 square feet of indoor space immediately before children are allowed out for each child, exclusive of bathrooms, side. halls, kitchen, stairs, storage spaces, 2. The hole was repaired 6-13-22 multipurpose rooms and gymnasiums that 3. Supervisor will do a playground check to are not regularly used. ... 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/08/2022 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 Basedon interview and record review, the facility failed to maintain a daily sign-insheet that included the times of arrival and departure for staff and/orchildren. To ensure times are consistently recorded, please provide instructionto staff and parents and monitor the daily sign-in sheets. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. At orientation staff will fully understand 06/15/202 must: That it is their responsibility to complete all 2 (a) Be at least 16 years of age; their initial classes within the ninety day (b) Be able to summon help in an deadline. They must be r Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure thatwithin 90 days of hire each employee had a completed application or renewal ofNevada Registry membership. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/08/2022 Basedon interview and/or record review, new employees were not given a written andoral orientation and training in the policies, procedures, and programs of thefacility within the first 2 weeks after commencing employment. M. Hubbard S. Warren NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 1.All staff Will have a negative TB test 06/13/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of BEFORE they are start and on the first day 2 the facility shall present to the director of of work. Crystal Pombriant worked 5-20-22- the facility, to be placed in the person’s file, 6-6-22 written ev Based on interview and record review, the facility did not have writtenevidence that all staff were free from communicable tuberculosis issued withinthe preceding 24 months. C. Pombriant NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. At orientation staff will fully understand 09/06/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 That it is their responsibility to complete all 2 days after commencing his or her their initial classes within the ninety day employment or position in a child care deadline. facility, each person who is employed in a 2. This is ongoing, Olivia C, Brandi J., J child care facility, other than a person Mason are all termed employed in a facility that provides care for 3. The calendar will be utilized to remind ill children, and each director of a child care sta... Basedon interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that within 120days of hire each employee completed the required hours of training in childcare. Training not on file for staff as noted below: CPR/FirstAid- O. Claven ChildDevelopment 3 hours- O. Claven B. Jackson J. Mason Symptomsof Illness- O. Claven B. Jackson J. Mason Recognizing& Reporting Child Abuse- O. Claven B. Jackson J. Mason SIDS- O. Claven Basedon record review and interview, the facility did not have a health statementsigned by a registered nurse or physician within 30 days after admission forchildren listed. Child#1 Child #9 Child #13 Child #21 Child #25 NRS 230 NRS 230 1.A designated person will be responsible 09/06/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to for ensuring that immunizations are updated 2 admission to child care facility; conditional into the system and updated hard copies admission; report to Health Division. Except are in pro care and the child's file. as otherwise provided in NRS 432A.235 for 2. This i Certificate of immunization prerequisite to admission to child carefacility; Child(ren) as noted below failed to have current immunization recordson file at time of inspection. Child #3 Child #12 Child #23 Child #24 Child #25 Child #28 Child #29 Child #30 NAC 376 Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 376 1.All medication will be sent home with 06/13/202 432A.585: parents after prescribed time limit. 2 1. Each prescribed medication must: 2. The date is was corrected was 6-13-22 (a) Be kept in the original container which 3. All medication will be sent home, parents must have a child-proof li Based on observation, failed to dispose of and properly label over the counter medication that was expired. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/08/2022 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 Basedon observation, interview and review of records, the facility did not assesseach child within three months after enrollment in the facility or repeatassessment every six months. Children as noted below did not have a currentassessment on file during inspection. Child#1 Child#2 Child #7 Child #11 Child #12 Child #13 Child#21 Child #23 Child #24 Child #25 Child #26 Child #27 NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. We are actively hiring Through Indeed, 06/20/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 Nevada Registry, Door knockers, billboards 2 ,radio. The amount of people interested in 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/08/2022 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 child care center, child care institut... Based on observation facility failed to maintain appropriate staff to child ratios as evidenced by: 17 children aged 1-2 yrs with 1 staff member in Toddler 2 room; 2 additional staff members were needed 17 children aged 3 yrs to 1 staff member in Preschool room; 1 additional staff member was needed 16 children aged 4-5 yrs with 1 staff member in Pre-kindergarten room; 1 additional staff member was needed

    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 7142

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 27 children. 0 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/15/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER Based on observation and interviewing, Janitor David Shmickle was observed working on site providing Janitorial services. David was observed in and out of open and closed classrooms throughout the facility. Although, David is hired through a private company and not an Imagination Station employee, he is still required to complete fingerprints and be added onto the facility's NABS Roster due to working around the children. David will need to complete fingerprints and NABS application prior to returning on site. Upload completed Consent and Release form to include Live Scan signature and update Based on observations, the following hazards were observed: - Toddler Playground: The window ledge outside of Red Room 1 is beginning to chip 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/30/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 and is no longer a smooth surface. Repair window ledge and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Large Playground: The turf was observed unleveled and lifting near the tree causing a potential tripping hazard. Repair and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. Reminder to clean the slight debris and water cups on playground. NAC 290 1. Each licensee of a facility shall have a NAC 290 1. The white van was taken out of service 07/08/202 working telephone listed in a local unti... Based on observation the following hazards were observed during vehicle inspection: - White Van: The black stepping ledge was observed cracked and lifting causing a tripping and cutting hazard. The stepping plate will need to be repaired. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - The fire extinguishers in the white van and wrapped van are not tagged showing proof of them being serviced. The vehicle's fire extinguishers will need to be services and tagged. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Transportation logs: It should be noted that transportation logs we Based on observation, the following hazards were observed: - Blue Room1: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Upload pictures to provide proof of correction. -Blue Room 2: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Lastly, a large black power surge was observed under wooden table near the front glass window of the classroom. this power surge is exposed and accessib Based on interview, Janitor David Schmickle does not have a TB Test on file. David will need to complete a TB test and provide Negative results. Upload David's TB test results to provide proof of these corrections.

  30. Mar 2, 20222 Findings2 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 6810

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 26 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/03/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Please develop a plan to be consistent with staff members filling out and turning in incident reports when children are hitting each other and ways to curtail such behavior. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. When the teacher is changing diapers or 06/30/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to is overwhelmed the teacher will call the 5 provide physical care, supervision and front desk and a member of the individual attention to each child and allow administration will come inside the time for interaction between the staff and classroom to ensure that the wellbeing of the children to promote the children ' s the children is being followed. Supervisor social competence, emotional well-being will model for the classroom teacher and intellectual developme... 4.d. - 4. A member of the staff of a facility who is supervising a child pursuant to subsection 1 must: (d) Maintain a proximity to the child that allows the member of the staff to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child. Develop a plan to supervise children who at risk of opening door and leaving classroom.

    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 6815

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 47 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1.Door alarms will be used and set while 05/29/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of children are present, to prevent children 5 the facility or appoint or permit the from eloping. appointment of a person as an employee or 2. The door alarms were ordered 5-27-25 volunteer at the facility if the person has 3. Teacher's will encourage children to stay been convi There is a need to install child-proof doorknob covers to prevent children who tend to elope from exiting the classrooms unsupervised. Director should be aware that these are a preventative measure to keep children safely in their classrooms. 2877 B. WING _______________________ Please develop a plan so that self reports based on children needing professional medical care are turned into child care licensing within 48 hours. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.When a teacher is overwhelmed or needs 05/06/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to assistance with the children a second 5 provide physical care, supervision and teacher will step in and help if another individual attention to each child and allow teacher isn't available a member of time for interaction between the staff and administration will step into the classroom. the children to promote the children ' s 2. This was correc... Although the room was in ratio, the teacher needed another adult in the room, as the children were climbing on the furniture and being aggressive towards one another. There is a need for an additional staff member in these cases. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Teachers are not allowed to leave the 05/06/202 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 classroom out of ratio, if they need 5 child care center, child care institution, something they are to call the front desk. accommodation facility, facility for special 2. This was corrected on 5-6-25 and is on events, nursery for infants and toddlers or going special needs fa... Based on observation, although many classes were within ratio, one teacher in the playground was left with 14 children. The other adult had left to gather some paperwork. Please arrange for a plan when an adult needs to leave their class.

  31. Dec 17, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Follow Up Conducted via Phone on 3/18/2025Ad-hoc, Annual

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint follow up conducted via phone on 3/18/2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Based on the teacher's written statement, they failed to conduct a face to name and left a child unattended in the classroom. Please submit a plan that will ensure that all children are properly supervised and future non-compliance does not occur.

  32. Dec 9, 20211 Finding1 Critical
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterAnnual

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 48 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 05/27/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation in Green Room (3's), Teacher was by herself with 12 children but can hear Teacher yelling at the children to "Stop" and "Don't do that" but need to address the issue telling them what they should be doing and not to use negative words used. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/22/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.Floor supervisors or another member of 05/22/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to administration will assist the teachers, 5 provide physical care, supervision and model positive behaviors assist in individual attention to each child and allow redirecting children and giving children time for interaction between the... During walkthrough of complaint investigation, lack of supervision was observed in Green Room as Teacher was in ratio by herself with 12 children but 2 children were trying to hide on lower shelf and one was running in classroom away from Teacher and group.

  33. Sep 20, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your…Complaint - 6179

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site complaint investigation conducted at your facility, for State license #2877, on 01/22/2025. There were no regulatory deficiencies identified at the time of the investigation. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 19 children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPP

  34. Jun 29, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Bi-annual

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 11/13/2024. The facility is licensed for 214 Children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 45 children and 12 staff, 15 children files were reviewed and 44 staff files were reviewed. Reminder/Recommendation: 1. The walls in all classrooms need a deep cleaning or to be painted. 2. All classroom trash cans need lids or If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LAB Based on observation of the playground, during inspection on 11/12/2024, there is a small hole and uneven sod on the large middle playground. The hole and uneven sod are located near the tree in the left back corner of the playground. The hole needs to be filled or repaired and the ground sod needs to be resurfaced. Please repair the hole and the sod and upload photos to show proof of this correction. NAC 3. If transportation is provided by the NAC 1. All the booster seats in all the vans were 12/02/202 290.3 licensee of a facility, all children must be 290.3 given back to the parents, the booster seats 4 protected by adequate supervision by the that were property of the center were staff, safety precautions and adequate thrown away. Parents will bring there on insurance which covers liabi... Based on inspection walk through of facility vehicles, it was observed that there were hazards found within some of the vehicles. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNIN Based on inspection walk through completed on 11/13/2024, it was observed that there were hazards found within several of the classrooms and on the playground. Blue Room 2 (Empty) - Water fountain needs to be cleaned out, carpet needs to be vacuumed, and broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children. Blue Room 1 - Personal item (brown purse) needs to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, water fountain needs to be cleaned, toilets need cleaning, broom and dustpan need to be stored in an area that is not accessible to children, walls aroun Based on staff file review, it was observed that some Staff are missing valid CPR certifications. Staff include those listed below. Please upload updated CPR/First Aid Certificate cards to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Kayla M. Natasha P. Earlita P. Anette R. Olivia S. Based on staff file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that there are 4 staff with expired negative TB test results. Staff listed below cannot return to work until negative TB test results are provided. Please upload negative TB test results to show proof of this correction. Staff with expired TB results are: Damecca K., Olivia S., Shantrese B., and Jessica A. (resigned). NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All orientation will be documented within 11/20/202 432A.177 , within the first 2 weeks after two weeks of hire and put in the licensing 4 commencing employment, newly employed binders. members of the staff of a facility must be 2. The staff on the POC were all completed given a written and oral orientation program by 11-27-24 and be trained in the pol... Based on staff binder review it was observed that the staff listed below are missing their Orientation Checklists. Please upload the signed and completed Orientation Checklists to show proof of this correction. Brianna B. Darlene B. Tyler E. Breonna G. Dameca K. Sherryl U. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff that is out of compliance at the 12/05/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 sixty-day mark will be given a reminder at 4 days after commencing his or her 90 days they will be taken off the schedule employment or position in a child care until they are in compliance. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 facility, each person who is employed in ... Based on file review, the staff listed below are missing some Initial trainings. Please have staff complete trainings and upload certificates to show proof of these correction. Natania A. Human Growth and Development (2 hours) Meagan A.- Child Abuse & Neglect ( Needs to renew- Expires every five years) Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #1 and child #6 are missing their Emergency Medical form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 11/20/202 written statement which: 1.All front desk staffmust ensure that all 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be paperwork is complete and accurate 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 offered to the children; 2. This was corrected on 11-20-24 (b) Provides for the special needs of each 3. All front desk staff must double check child; allpaperwork to ensure that everything (c) States ... Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #6 is missing their Transportation form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME OF PRO Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #5 is missing their Permission to Release form. Please request that child’s parent read and sign this form and upload to show proof of this correction. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 NAME Based on file review conducted on 11/12/2024, it was observed that child #7 and child #14 are missing immunizations. Child #7 - Needs the DTap (3 doses), Polio (1 dose), Streptococcus Pneumonias (4 doses) and HIB (4 doses). Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Child #14 - Needs the DTap, Hep A, Hep B, Varicella, Polio, Streptococcus Pneumonias, MMR and HIB. Please request that child’s parent schedule an appointment for these shots and returns an updated record for your file. Please upload an updated immunizatio Based on observation during facility visit on 11/13/2024, it was observed that a child's medication was expired. Albuterol inhaler expired on 8/2024. Please send home any expired 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 Based on file review done on 11/12/2024, it was observed that Child #1 - 15 are missing their Assessments in their file. Please upload each child's completed assessment to show proof of this correction. NAC 400 1. A licensee of a facility shall enhance a NAC 400 1. It is unacceptable to yell and be 11/12/202 child ' s behavior through positive guidance, aggressive towards children, The staff was 4 redirection of the child ' s behavior and the pulled out of the classroom and will be setting of clear-cut limits on behavior. retrained. 2. A member, employee or other person 2. This was corrected Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff Earlita P. was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Staff was observed doing bathroom duties with the children. During this time a child ran towards Earlita and she then swatted at child. It is unknown if staff mad contact with the child. Child was observed staggering back wards. Inspector was unable to identify if successful contact was mad by staff or if child moved back anticipating contact. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 Please note that staff should not being using any forms of physical / inappropriate discipline with children at any time. NAC 520 1. ... Based on observation during facility visit on 11/12/2024, it was observed in Yellow 2 Room that staff was heard and observed yelling aggressively in a child's face. Teacher Earlita P. is required to retake the Positive Guidance training course. Please upload a copy of Earlita's new certificate into the Plan of Correction once she has retaken the course. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. All employees will have completed their must: initial training at the ninety-day mark so (a) Be at least 16 years of age; They can be invited into the Nevada (b) Be able to summon Based on file review, The following staff are missing Nevada Registry: -Natania A. -Jessica A. - Brianna B. -Darlene B. -Chyna C. -Olivia C. -Tyler E. -Jasmine G. -Olivia S. -Kaelong S. -Natalia T. -Sherryl U. Please upload Nevada Registry Certificate for the staff listed above to show proof of this correction.

  35. Jun 8, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 5717

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 45 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 11/20/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation please see the director for an updated nabs and record review, Julia H is In Process in listing NABS and was found by herself in Toddler 4. This is the director and the management 2 Room who should not have contact with teams responsibility. children without supervision and before background check completed. Based on observation, Infant Red Teacher Bianca D was carrying a child in arms when another child was crawling into diaper changing area so she bent over and grabbed crawling child with one hand under child's arm picking up child off floor and held both Infants at same time. Based on observation, Red 1 Teacher Takaya D was carrying a child in arms when another child was standing on top of play stove so she grabbed child off of stove by grabbing under child's one arm and placed child down to ground. Remind staff that it is not safe to grab child under one arm and pick up or move while carrying another child in arms already. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of... Based on observation in Red 1 Room, a child was standing on top of play stove when Teacher Takaya D told her to get down but child didn't listen so she grabbed her under arm and pulled her down. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. When the surveyor arrived at the center 11/13/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we were in ratio, another child arrived, and 4 2877 B. WING _______________________ 11/13/2024 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 child care center, child care institution, the parent brought the child into the accommodation facility, facility for special classroom events, nursery for infants and toddlers or when the regional director noticed the special needs facility shall, between the sit... Based on observation, Red 1 room was out of ratio with 7 (1-1 1/2 year olds) children when ratio should be 6:1.

  36. Mar 31, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • Based on ObservationComplaint - 5628

      Based on observation, Green Fish room's back door to classroom from playground did not close properly which could have been opened from outside allowing anyone to enter. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH J Title: Center Director Date: 04/19/2021 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER

  37. Mar 25, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your Facility On…Complaint - 5566

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 10/08/2024. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 214 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was children. 1 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 10/15/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER 2877 B. WING _______________________ 1... Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Children in Blue 2 were observed running around with no shoes, children sitting on tables, two children were observed hiding under covers, while the staff remained engaged playing a card game with one child and not actively aware of the other children. Please ensure that staff are properly supervising all children to ensure their safety.

  38. Mar 5, 20211 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 5513

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 27 children. 0 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/15/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER Based on observation and interviewing, Janitor David Shmickle was observed working on site providing Janitorial services. David was observed in and out of open and closed classrooms throughout the facility. Although, David is hired through a private company and not an Imagination Station employee, he is still required to complete fingerprints and be added onto the facility's NABS Roster due to working around the children. David will need to complete fingerprints and NABS application prior to returning on site. Upload completed Consent and Release form to include Live Scan signature and update Based on observations, the following hazards were observed: - Toddler Playground: The window ledge outside of Red Room 1 is beginning to chip 2877 B. WING _______________________ 06/30/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 and is no longer a smooth surface. Repair window ledge and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Large Playground: The turf was observed unleveled and lifting near the tree causing a potential tripping hazard. Repair and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. Reminder to clean the slight debris and water cups on playground. NAC 290 1. Each licensee of a facility shall have a NAC 290 1. The white van was taken out of service 07/08/202 working telephone listed in a local unti... Based on observation the following hazards were observed during vehicle inspection: - White Van: The black stepping ledge was observed cracked and lifting causing a tripping and cutting hazard. The stepping plate will need to be repaired. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - The fire extinguishers in the white van and wrapped van are not tagged showing proof of them being serviced. The vehicle's fire extinguishers will need to be services and tagged. Upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections. - Transportation logs: It should be noted that transportation logs we Based on observation, the following hazards were observed: - Blue Room1: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Upload pictures to provide proof of correction. -Blue Room 2: The broom and dust pan were down and accessible to children. The broom and dust pan should be stored out of reach inaccessible to children when not in use. Lastly, a large black power surge was observed under wooden table near the front glass window of the classroom. this power surge is exposed and accessib Based on interview, Janitor David Schmickle does not have a TB Test on file. David will need to complete a TB test and provide Negative results. Upload David's TB test results to provide proof of these corrections.

  39. Dec 16, 20201 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterAnnual

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 26 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 07/03/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Please develop a plan to be consistent with staff members filling out and turning in incident reports when children are hitting each other and ways to curtail such behavior. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. When the teacher is changing diapers or 06/30/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to is overwhelmed the teacher will call the 5 provide physical care, supervision and front desk and a member of the individual attention to each child and allow administration will come inside the time for interaction between the staff and classroom to ensure that the wellbeing of the children to promote the children ' s the children is being followed. Supervisor social competence, emotional well-being will model for the classroom teacher and intellectual developme... 4.d. - 4. A member of the staff of a facility who is supervising a child pursuant to subsection 1 must: (d) Maintain a proximity to the child that allows the member of the staff to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child. Develop a plan to supervise children who at risk of opening door and leaving classroom.

  40. Sep 21, 20201 Finding1 Important
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 4737

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 47 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1.Door alarms will be used and set while 05/29/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of children are present, to prevent children 5 the facility or appoint or permit the from eloping. appointment of a person as an employee or 2. The door alarms were ordered 5-27-25 volunteer at the facility if the person has 3. Teacher's will encourage children to stay been convi There is a need to install child-proof doorknob covers to prevent children who tend to elope from exiting the classrooms unsupervised. Director should be aware that these are a preventative measure to keep children safely in their classrooms. 2877 B. WING _______________________ Please develop a plan so that self reports based on children needing professional medical care are turned into child care licensing within 48 hours. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.When a teacher is overwhelmed or needs 05/06/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to assistance with the children a second 5 provide physical care, supervision and teacher will step in and help if another individual attention to each child and allow teacher isn't available a member of time for interaction between the staff and administration will step into the classroom. the children to promote the children ' s 2. This was correc... Although the room was in ratio, the teacher needed another adult in the room, as the children were climbing on the furniture and being aggressive towards one another. There is a need for an additional staff member in these cases. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Teachers are not allowed to leave the 05/06/202 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/06/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 classroom out of ratio, if they need 5 child care center, child care institution, something they are to call the front desk. accommodation facility, facility for special 2. This was corrected on 5-6-25 and is on events, nursery for infants and toddlers or going special needs fa... Based on observation, although many classes were within ratio, one teacher in the playground was left with 14 children. The other adult had left to gather some paperwork. Please arrange for a plan when an adult needs to leave their class.

  41. Jul 24, 20201 Finding1 Critical
    • The Facility Is Licensed for 214 Children as a CenterComplaint - 4407

      The facility is licensed for 214 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 48 children. 0 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction must be returned within 10 days after receipt of this statement of deficiencies. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER Name: ELIZABETH JEAN Title: Compliance Director Date: 05/27/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE FOSTER STATEMENT OF DEFICIEN Based on observation in Green Room (3's), Teacher was by herself with 12 children but can hear Teacher yelling at the children to "Stop" and "Don't do that" but need to address the issue telling them what they should be doing and not to use negative words used. 2877 B. WING _______________________ 05/22/2025 IMAGINATION STATION EARLY LEARNING CENTER RUSSELL 2488 EAST RUSSELL RD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89120 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1.Floor supervisors or another member of 05/22/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to administration will assist the teachers, 5 provide physical care, supervision and model positive behaviors assist in individual attention to each child and allow redirecting children and giving children time for interaction between the... During walkthrough of complaint investigation, lack of supervision was observed in Green Room as Teacher was in ratio by herself with 12 children but 2 children were trying to hide on lower shelf and one was running in classroom away from Teacher and group.

  42. Dec 27, 20191 Finding1 Important
    • This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Complaint Follow Up Conducted via Phone on 3/18/2025Initial Licensure

      This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the complaint follow up conducted via phone on 3/18/2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 5 business days of receipt. Based on observation the facility failed to ensure that staff maintained a proximity to the child that allows them to be capable of intervening if assistance or direction is needed by the child and to observe, oversee and guide the child. Based on the teacher's written statement, they failed to conduct a face to name and left a child unattended in the classroom. Please submit a plan that will ensure that all children are properly supervised and future non-compliance does not occur.