La Petite Academy - Simmons
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Nevada Silver State Stars rating of 2 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 2 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
- 167
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:6 12 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:13 26
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 32 inspections since 2016, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (13), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (7), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6). Of 33 total findings, 6 were critical.
See All 32 Inspection Visits
Jan 13, 20261 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Inspection Conducted at Your…Annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure inspection conducted at your facility on 01/13/2026. 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. The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of survey was 29 children. 10 children's files and 11 staff files were reviewed. Based on observation and interview, the facility was found to have Wood chips around base preventing hazards as listed below. Ensure that the tripping. play area is free of hazards, debris and Correct 1/22/26 trash. Moving forward I will make sure set a date to inspect every two weeks to ensure wood chips are covering the dip around the tree. 1. Playground gates need to be secured as children tend to play in that playground as children are able to lift the latch and and move around the wood chips. we will access adjacent playgrounds. Surveyor maintain the right amount to prevent the observed Based on observation are up to date and up in all classrooms and interview, the infant room did not have a posted evacuation plan. Please ensure that all classrooms have evacuation maps posted near the exit doors. Answer the 4 POC questions and upload a picture as evidence of correction. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 Mouth bins will be places in our younger 01/15/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of rooms. 6 the facility or appoint or permit the Corrected 1/15/26 FORM APPR Based on when the guard come off so we can glue observation, the facility failed to recognize them back on right away to keep our and eliminate the following hazards for the children safe. As well as checking weekly safety of children as evidenced by the to make sure they are sticking well to hold following. up. Areal is responsible to make sure these are Infant room: staying up 1. No mouthed toy bin observed in the infant room. Teacher stated they had one Paper towels to be stock daily. but did not know where it was. Teacher Corrected 1/14/26 further stated that mouthed toys are put in Making sure the teachers have a list of the sink since there was no bin. Please items to restock daily when they are out so ensure that a mouthed toy bin is in the room the safety captain can make sure all ... Basedon record review the director failed to maintain organized separate record thatinclude without limitation documents related to training and backgroundsinvestigations. Please ensure that all documentation required for staffis current and kept in the 536 B. WING _____________ Basedon interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that within 90days of hire each employee had a completed application or renewal of NevadaRegistry membership. Current Nevada Registry membership not present for staffnoted below. Please submit copy of current Nevada Registry certificate or emailfrom Nevada Registry showing proof of applying for staff listed. 1. Trinity M. 2. Quinn S. 3. Tyaiarra G. 4. Stephanie A. Answer tge 4 POC questions and upload their Nevada Registry certificates as evidence of correction. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC To ensure all staf Based on interview and/or record review, new employees were not given a written and oral orientation and training in the policies, procedures, and programs of the facility within the first 2 weeks after commencing employment. 1. Trinity M. 2. Reayonna C. 3. Quinn S. 4. Tyairra G. 5. Stephanie A. Please submit copies of orientation and answer the 4 POC questions. NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 To ensure all staff have the document in a 01/22/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of timely matter. 6 the facility shall present to the director of Corrected 1/22 Basedon a review of staff files, staff members, volunteers, and/or residents of thefacility did not have written evidence that they were free from 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/13/2026 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 communicabletuberculosis issued within the preceding 24 months. Staff listed below may notreturn until current TB test verification is received: 1. Martha M. 2. Reayonna C. 3. Stephanie A. Answer the 4 POC questions and upload their negative TB test results as evidence of correction. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 To ensure all staff have the document in a 01/22/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 timely matter. 6 days after commencing his or her Corrected 1/22/26 employment or position in a chi... Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that within 120 days of hire each employee completed the required hours of training in childcare. Training not on file for staff as noted below: CPR/First Aid 4 hrs. - Tyairra G Signs and Symptoms of Illness with Blood Borne Pathogens 2 hrs. - Tyairra G, Stephanie A, Trinity M Recognizing/Reporting Child Abuse/Neglect 2 hrs. (Renewed Every 5 Years) - Tyairra G, Stephanie A, Trinity M SIDS 2 hrs. - Tyairra G, Stephanie A, Trinity M Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma 1 hr. - Tyairra G, Stephanie A, Trini Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that each child had a written authorization signed by a parent with allows emergency and medical care. Please upload a completed copy signed by parent for children noted below: Child #6 Please upload a signed and completed written authorization for medical care and answer the 4 POC questions. AND P Based on record review and interview, the facility did not have a health statement signed by a registered nurse or physician within 30 days after admission for children listed. Please submit copy of the health statement signed by a physician or registered nurse for the children noted below: Child #6 Please upload a copy of a signed and completed health statement and answer the 4 POC questions. NRS 230 NRS 230 To ensure all children have up to date 01/29/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to document in file 6 admission to child care facility; conditional Corrected 1/29/26 admission; Based on interview and record review, child(ren) as noted below failed to have current immunization records on file at time of inspection. Please submit a copy of the current immunization record for child(ren) noted below: Child #2: missing HepA, Varicella, MMR Child #5: missing HepA, Varicella, MMR Child #6: missing DPT, HepA, HepB, Varicella, Streptococcus Pneumonias, Polio, MMR, HIB Child #8: missing DPT, HepA, HepB, Varicella, Streptococcus Pneumonias, Polio, MMR, HIB Answer the 4 POC questions. NAC 385 1. The staff of each facility shall: NAC 385 High chairs were deep cleaned and taken 0 Based on interview and observation, the 3 tall wooden highchairs did not have any safety straps. Please replace the straps or remove the 3 high chairs and replace with highchairs that have safety straps. Upload a picture as evidence of correction. It was further observed that the high chairs had dried food debris and needed deeper cleaning. Please upload pictures as evidence of corrections. Answer the 4 POC questions. NAC NAC To ensure all children have up to date 01/21/202 430.3 3. In addition to the written assessment plan 430.3 document in file 6 which is developed pursuant to subsection C Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to assess each child within three months of enrollment and every six months thereafter. Children as noted below did not have a current assessment on file during inspection. Child #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. Please upload a copy of the children's dated and most current assessments and answer the 4 POC questions. Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that a toy or any other piece of equipment that is used for play was capable of being cleaned and disinfected. Please ensure that all equipment is made of material that is capable of being cleaned and disinfected. 1. The dolls in the early preschool classroom need deeper cleaning. 2. The large vinyl gross motor blocks in the toddler room are in deed of deeper cleaning. Upload pictures as evidence of correction and answer the 4 POC questions. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 To correct this deficiency we provided 01/14/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to supervision guide and steps. As well as 6 provide physical care, supervision and locking the gate while kids are present. individual attention to ... 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. During the inspection, surveyor observed a child run from the toddler playground into the middle playground. The child was able to lift the latch and run to the middle playground and soon a second child ran into the adjacent playground. The Early Preschool Teacher chased after the child, leaving 7 other children in the toddler playground unsupervised. In add
Nov 25, 20251 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Inspection Conducted at Your…Bi-annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure inspection conducted at your facility on 11.25.2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of survey was 27 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 01/20/2026 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 11... Based on record review the facility failed to ensure that all staff were 536 B. WING _______________________ 11/25/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed during the playground walk through: Large Playground: - The garbage was observed full of broken items. Garbage will need to be emptied and ensure lid is on top of trash can. - Broken and Cracked hula hoops were observed on playground. Hula hoops will need to be discarded. - the water fountain was observed to have woodchips in it and will need to be cleaned out. - The playground floor was observe dot have trash and debris and will need to be cleaned. - Torn green cushion will need to be discarded. Playground 2: - The playground floor wa Based on observation 11/28/25 the following hazards were observed during 3. Changes that will be made or the facility walkthrough: measures that will be taken to Toddler Room 1: prevent future occurrence of the - The brown couches in classroom will need deficient practice (MUST to be wiped down and cleaned. ADDRESS) - The "Our Families" Bulletin Board was All carpets will be vacuumed nightly observed to have exposed wood in the Daily Cleaning check list will be provide to middle and will need to be repaired. make sure its done. - The cushion toys in classroom were Preschool room has been clos Based on observation , the following classrooms did not have Making sure all water pitchers are fill water or low water supply in water pitches: every morning, and afternoon. - Two's classroom: No water observed. - Pre-K Classroom: Water supply observed to be low. 2. The date the corrective action will - Toddler Classroom: Water supply be completed (MUST COMPLETE) Observed to be low. We corrected on 11/25/25 Ensure that all classrooms have water freely available to children at all times. 3. Changes that will be made or measures that will be taken to prevent future occurrence of the deficient Based on observation, three children's food and/ or formal were observed not labeled with child's name and date. Ensure that food and formula are labeled with child's name and date items arrived to the facility. NAC 412 1. Each facility must have written NAC 412 Provided Teacher with our handwashing 11/25/202 procedures concerning the washing of steps and ensure these are being done 5 hands. 2. The staff of a facility shall follow the procedures of the facility concerning the washing of hands and shall instruct, monitor and assist the children being cared for at the facility to ensure that th Based on observation, staff in the Pre-K Classroom failed to ensure a child washed their hands following using the restroom. Surveyor did notify staff and child was then redirected to wash hands. Ensure staff instruct, monitor, and assist children with hand washing. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 11/29/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 1. The specific actions that will be 5 must be vacuumed not less than one time taken to correct the deficiency and each day or more often if necessary and verification of completion, i.e. cleaned not less than one time ev Based on observation, the following classrooms carpets were observed to have debris and need to b deep cleaned: - Toddler Classroom 2 (Not in use) - All carpets. - Two classroom - All carpets. - Toddler Classroom 1: The two blue rugs. - Early Preschool Classroom: All Classrooms. - Pre-K classroom: All carpets. Complete deep cleaning for the carpets listed and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections.
Feb 5, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 0 Children as a CenterAd-hoc
The facility is licensed for 0 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 0 children. 0 child's file and 9 staff files were reviewed during Ad-Hoc Inspection. 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 04/29/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Reminder: Submit all annual training hours to the Surveyor by 2/17/25 The following staff are still needing Annual Training: 1. Sharon Cameron (Needs Wellness Course (2hrs) and 7 hrs. of additional Trainings) 2. Jessica Harmon (Needs W... Based on file review, the following staff files were not included in Binders for Surveyor's review: 1. Lanae Everett 2. Aaron Geronimo 3. Ivanie Guerra 4. Nysier Stewart 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 Based on file review, the following staff were missing Nevada Registry: 1. Serenity Cooper 2. Kiara Smith Lane Everett Aaron Geronimo Ivanie Guerra Upload Nevada Registry’s for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 308 1. Whenever a child care facility is in NAC 308 1. All staff will have required trainings 02/05/202 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEF Based on file review, the following staff are missing TB Test results: 1. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 2. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 3. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) 4. Nysier Stewart (Started 11/6/24) It should be noted that during the Annual inspection on 1/16/25, staff Lanae Everett, Aaron Geronimo, and Ivanie Guerra were present and actively working in classrooms. 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Please note that the staff listed above are not to be working with children and onsite until they have an up- to-date TB test with negative results. Upload TB Test results for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All ... Based on file review, the following staff are missing 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 orientation checklist: 1. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 2. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 3. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) 4. Nysier Stewart (Started 11/6/24) Upload orientation checklist for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff will have required trainings 02/28/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 2. initial certificates upload 4/21/2025 for 5 days after commencing his or her Serenity Cooper-Lavender. the other staff employment or position in a child care are no longer employed at the time of visit facility, each per... Based on file review, the following staff are missing initial training: 1. Serenity Cooper (Started6/20/24) 2. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 3. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 4. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) Upload Initial training for the staff listed above to provide 536 B
Jan 16, 20252 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterAnnual
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 35 children. 10 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. Staff files were not reviewed during the annual inspection due to Facility’s Employee List of Training (LOT) not being completed and up to date. Director Taylor will need to complete LOT and drop off updated LOT and staff files to CCL office by 1/31/25, for surveyor’s review. 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 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed on playgrounds: -Large Playground: there were two brooms, 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH The following hazards were identified during facility walkthrough: - All Classroom restroom floors need deep cleaning. Complete and upload pictures of all bathrooms to provide proof of this correction. - Infant 1 RM: The brown wall trim under cubbies is beginning to lift. Reapply trim to flush with the wall and upload pictures to provide proof of this correction. - Toddler RM1: The classroom’s large trash can was full to rim, ensure trash is emptied and upload pictures to provide proof of this correction. The broom and dustpan were down and accessible to children. Remove cleaning utensils fro Based on file review, Child#2 and Child #3 are missing Signed Health Statements. Complete and upload to show provide proof of this correction. Based on file review, the following children are missing immunizations: Child #4, Child #8, Child #9, and Child#10 are missing and/ or need up to date immunizations. Obtain up-to-date immunization records for the children listed and upload them to provide proof of this correction. NAC 430 1. Each facility, including, without limitation, NAC 430 1. will print current assessments and place 02/07/202 a family home and a group home, shall in child's files Based on file review, child #1 through child #10 Assessments were not located in child files and accessible for review. Director reported that assessments are completed digitally and she would have to go into each child's profile in order to view assessments. Upload assessments for child #1 through Child #10 for review, to provide proof of this correction.
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterComplaint - 10840
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 43 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 02/24/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE · The staff member pulled a child by the arm anddropped them onto a mat and forced them back on the mat, threw cover over child’shead and patted back aggressively. Corporate viewed the video and made thedecision to fire the staff. Director statesthat the staff were sent home that day on administrative leave. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. retrain staff on classroom supervision 02/10/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to and child /teacher interactions 5 provide physical care, supervision and 2. corrected on 2/10/25 individual attention to each child and allow 3. Management will be visiting rooms time for interaction between the staff and throughout the day to ensure children are the children to promote the children ' s involved in curriculum act... · During the inspection supervision wassporadic and several classes lacked active interactions with the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Hire staff to help with the teacher 02/10/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 shortage and call outs ( I have hire 3 5 child care center, child care institution, teachers since the visit) accommodation facility, facility for special 2. corrected on 2/1025 events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 3. will do ongoing hiring to make sure we special needs facility shall, between the are fully staffed hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Less than 9 months of age 1 caregiver f... 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEFI
Sep 17, 20241 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 9/17/24. 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 167 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 37 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 10/04/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/17/2024... Based on observation, the facility failed to recognize and eliminate the following hazards for the safety of children as evidenced by the following. Please submit photo evidence of corrections. - Brooms not stored away properly - Chipped paint in Toddler room - Wall chipping near children's hand sink in Two's room - Wave crawler has a rip in infant room - Outlet covers missing in rooms - Cabinets and storage closets not locked - Damaged toys and containers (holding toys) in playground for older children - Rip on green cushion of children sofa in older children playground - Plunger not stored Based on observation and interview, the staff failed to label each bottle of formula/water bottle and/or container of food with the name of the child to whom it belonged and/or the date the formula or food was prepared by the facility of was prepared or purchased by the parent.
May 31, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterComplaint - 10000
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 48 children. 0 child's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. Reminder: Ensure that teachers are checking and/ or changing diapers every two hours. Infant 1 classroom had two children coming up on the three-hour mark and there was no indication if diapers were checked or changed in diaper log. Ensure that the hard surface of the countertop, under changing table mat in Infant 2 class is being wiped down routinely. Slight debris in this area. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction Based on observation teacher, Jhalisa R. in the Two’s classroom has a “in process” background check and was left unsupervised with children. Ensure that when new hire teachers/ staff are “in process” that they are always supervised by a teacher/ staff with an “eligible” background check. Based on observation the facility did not have working air conditioner only in Infant 1 and Infant 2 rooms for three days and continued to operate in these rooms. Ensure that the temperature in classrooms is not less than 68 degrees Fahrenheit and not more than 82 degrees Fahrenheit during the months of April through September. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1. put in work orders for wall trims and put 06/10/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of brooms away 4 the facility or appoint or permit the 2. will be complete by 6/10/24 appointment of a person Based on observation in Infant 2classroom, the broom was accessible to children. Ensure that brooms, dustpan, and any other cleaning utensils are inaccessible to children. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation in the Two’s classroom, outlet covers were missing. Ensure all classrooms have outlets covers on all outlets that are not in use. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation in the Two’s classroom, a large piece of brown wall trim, near the floor is pealing off the wall. Ensure that trim is removed/ repaired and upload pictures or provide proof of corrections. Based on observation Toddler classroom has a white wall trim next to the classroom cubbies that needs to be fixed. Wall trim is lifting from the wall and paint/ seal is lifting from trim. E... Based on an interview with Assistant Director, Chelsey Thompson and teachers in Infant 1 classroom, the air conditioner was not working for a total of three days. Facility failed to notify Childcare Licensing and Health Department of this matter. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 1. post a flyer about the trial classes at the 05/31/202 written statement which: front counter 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be 2. corrected on 5/31/24 offered to the children; 3. will post flyers about trial classes on our (b) Provides for the special needs of each App and post a flyer in lobby, only enrolled child; children will be able to attend (c) States the requirements for admission 4. Kharia Taylor or Chelsey Thompson will and procedures for enrollment; be responsibl... 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEF Based on observation the facility had unlabeled water bottles throughout all classrooms. Ensure that children’s water bottles are being labeled daily. Furthermore, in Infant 2 room, there was a worn unlabeled sippy cup in the fridge door. Ensure to return children’s bottles/ sippy cups to parents. Please upload pictures of corrections. NAC 385 1. The staff of each facility shall: NAC 385 1. high chairs were cleaned 05/31/202 (a) Provide appropriate and adequate 2. corrected on 5/31/24 4 seating for the children at the facility during 3. high chairs will be wiped down and snacks and meals; cle Based on observation highchairs in infant 1 and 2 rooms need cleaning. The highchairs were observed to have food on surfaces and food crumbs in seat and foot areas. Ensure highchairs are clean after all meals. Please upload pictures of corrections. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 1. cubbies have been cleaned 05/31/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 2. will be done by 5/31/24 4 must be vacuumed not less than one time 3. cubbies will be wiped down and cleaned each day or more often if necessary and weekly cleaned not less than one time every 3 4. Kharia Tay Based on observation classroom fridge in infant 2 room had food and crumbs on inside. Ensure to clean classroom fridge. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation the Toddler classroom cubbies were observed to have dust debris in the bottom row of cubbies that are accessible to children. Ensure to clean out cubbies and upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation the facility had a gymnastic/ karate teacher on sight with 9 children unsupervised by “eligible” staff. Ensure that all third-party extracurricular activity instructors are always supervised by eligible staff. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. coaching the teachers on playground 06/03/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to policies and supervision 4 provide physical care, supervision and 2. 6/3/24 this was corrected individual attention to each child and allow 3. managers will check playground time for interaction between the staff and frequently when children are outside to the children to promote the children ' s ensure the teachers are supervising the 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS ... Based on observation there was a lack of supervision while the Two’s classroom was outside on playground. Four children were observed playing on the far side of playground out of teacher’s sight. Ensure teachers position themselves properly to monitor and supervisor children at all times. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. know ratios at all times 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 2. 5/31/24 will be corrected 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 child care center, child care institution, 3. maintain ratios and move children accommodation facility, facility for special accordingly to ensure proper ratios in all events, nursery for infants and toddlers or classrooms special nee... Based on observation, the Infant 1 room ratio was 9-2 at the time of inspection. The ratio should have been 9-3. During inspection walk through, Assistance Director, Chelsey Thompson corrected ratio and opened Infant 2 room. The ratio for Infant 2 room was 4-1. Ensure appropriate ratios are maintained in all classrooms.
Apr 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your…Complaint - 9622
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 04/16/2024. The census at the time of investigation was 71 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 09/17/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on investigation and staff interviews, a staff member was argumentative with others in front of children and left children unattended. NAC 425 1. The director or a designated member of NAC 425 1. Diapers were ordered and in route for 04/16/202 the staff of a nursery for infants and delivery. Bottles are made as parents drop 4 toddlers or other facility that enrolls infants off if they use our formula. Director went to and toddlers shall discuss policies walmart and purchased diapers. concerning the health of an infant or toddler 2. The action was completed 4/16/24 with the parents before enrollment of the 3. order diapers every 2 weeks and bottles child. Every parent must be given a are made as parents drop off. description of and agree in writing to the 4. Kharia Taylor and Chelsey ... Based on investigation, facility did not have size 4 diapers and director reported that sometimes she did not have the time to prepared bottles as needed. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. More staff will be hired immediately and 04/26/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to ongoing 4 provide physical care, supervision and 2. will hire more staff within the week will individual attention to each child and allow complete by 4/26/24 time for interaction between the staff and 3. will make sure to have enough staff to the children to promote the children ' s ensure proper ratios social competence, emotional well-being 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible and intellectual development. 2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, in addition to the number o... Based on con complaint investigation a staff member left children unattended. Please ensure staff do not leave children unattended. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. will call sister schools for extra staff when 04/17/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we have call outs 4 child care center, child care institution, 2. will be corrected by 4/17/24 accommodation facility, facility for special 3. schedule staff members to arrive every events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 15 minutes from the time we open at 630am special needs facility shall, between the 4. Kharia Taylor and Chelsey Thompson hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by are responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Les... Based on investigation EP2 classroom was out of ratio with 34 children ages 1 to 4 years with 1 staff. To be in ratio 3 more staff were needed. 536 B. WING _______________________ 04/16/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SI
Jan 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Employee File Audit Conducted at the Child Care…Ad-hoc
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the employee file audit conducted at the Child Care Licensing Office on 01/11/2024. Reminder: Email Inspector remaining annual training hours by 02/28/2024. -Elizabeth C: 24 hours -Ayjah G: 20 hours with 2 in wellness -Tammy H: 15 hours -Cristi S: 20 hours -Kiare S: 23hours with 2 in wellness -Kharia T: 21 hours -Chelsey T: 20 hours NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. I will have staff complete membership for 02/23/202 must: Nevada registry 4 (a) Be at least 16 years of age; 2. will be corrected by 2/23/24 Based on record review, the following staff did not have a current NV Registry Certificate: -Ivanie G -Jessica H -Kiare S Obtain and upload a copy of a current NV Registry Certificate to the POC. NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 1. will have employee complete TB test 02/01/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of 2. will be corrected by 2/1/24 4 the facility shall present to the director of 3. will ensure employees get update the facility, to be placed in the person’s file, paperwork before expiration dates written evidence that the person is free from 4. Kha Based on record review, Elizabeth C did not have a negative TB test. Obtain and upload a copy of a negative TB test to the POC.
Jan 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Onsite State Licensure Inspection Conducted On…Annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the onsite State licensure inspection conducted on 01/05/2024. This facility i licensed for 167 children as a center. the census at the time of inspection was 58 children. 25 children's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. Director to make appointment for employee file audit. NAC 250 1. Except as otherwise provided in this NAC 250 1. completed a work order to have hole 01/17/202 subsection, subsection 3 and NRS filled with woodchips 4 432A.078 in each facility there must be: 2. will have completed by 1/31/24 (a) At least 35 square feet of indoor space 3. I will check the playground weekly to for each child, exclusive of bathrooms, ensure there are no tripping hazards halls, kitchen, stairs, storage spaces, 4. Kharia Taylor is re... Based on observation, there was a tripping hazard around tree on Preschool playground. Ensure hazard is corrected and upload a copy t the POC. NAC.370 1. Evidence of each child ' s health must be NAC.370 1. will have parents get Health statement 02/29/202 presented to the director of a facility, other completed 4 than an accommodation facility or a facility 2. will be corrected by 2/29/24 that provides care for ill children, within 30 3. will ensure parents bring completed days after the child ' s initial admission. The health statement within 30 days of starting evidence must include a writt Based on record review, the following children were missing current health statements: -Child #4 -Child #5 -Child #11 -Child #18 -Child #25 Obtain ad upload a current heath statement to the POC. NRS 230 NRS 230 1. will have parents bring updated shot 02/16/202 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to records or get necessary shots to up-to-date 4 admission to child care facility; conditional 2. will be corrected by 2/16/24 admission; report to Health Division. Except 3. will check shot records upon enrolling to as otherwise provided in NRS 432A.235 for ensure compliance 4. Kharia Taylor is Based on record review, the following children did not have a current immunization record on file: -Child #10 -Child #13 -Child #18 -Child #19 -Child #20 Obtain and upload a copy of updated immunization records to the POC. NAC 385 1. The staff of each facility shall: NAC 385 1. Teacher will label all bottles properly 01/05/202 (a) Provide appropriate and adequate 2. Will be corrected immediately on 1/5/24 4 seating for the children at the facility during 3. Teachers will ensure name and dates are snacks and meals; on all bottles before putting in the fridge at (b) If a high chair is used, ens Based on observation, the infant bottles were not labeled with the date of which the bottle was made. Ensure bottes are properly labeled with the child's name and date.
Sep 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Censusinfo License Capacity Facility Type Center Total Number of Children 50 Number of Child Files Reviewed 0 Number Of…Complaint - 8740
Censusinfo License capacity Facility Type Center Total Number of Children 50 Number of child files reviewed 0 Number of staff files reviewed 0 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 01/17/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on observation two staff members Meagan & Jessica were working in a classroom alone without an eligibility memo. Please recall staff are not to work alone until fully cleared. Please upload a memo for both staff. 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 NAME OF PROVID Based on staff interview and record review an incident report was only completed for one bite. There was no incident report for the first bite and the incident report was not fully completed by the teacher for the scraped chin, the Director complete the report for the chin scrap based on what she told, not what was observed by the teacher. 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. will retrain teachers on proper 09/13/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to supervision practices 3 provide physical care, supervision and 2. teachers will be retrained on supervision individual attention to each child and allow by 9/29/23 time for interactio... Based on video review the teacher had her back to the children entering data on the I-pad. Please explain your plan for assuring staff don't have their back to the children and to assure they are actively supervising the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. will check ratios every 15 minutes 09/13/202 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 2. will correct immediately 3 child care center, child care institution, 3. will check ratios every 15 minutes and accommodation facility, facility for special move children and teachers as necessary to events, nursery for infants and toddlers or keep classrooms in ratio at all times special needs fac... Based on observation the prek room (3 year olds) was out of ratio with 14 children and one staff member. Please explain how you will maintain ratio.
Aug 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Inspection Conducted at Your…Bi-annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure inspection conducted at your facility on 11.25.2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of survey was 27 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 01/20/2026 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 11... Based on record review the facility failed to ensure that all staff were 536 B. WING _______________________ 11/25/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed during the playground walk through: Large Playground: - The garbage was observed full of broken items. Garbage will need to be emptied and ensure lid is on top of trash can. - Broken and Cracked hula hoops were observed on playground. Hula hoops will need to be discarded. - the water fountain was observed to have woodchips in it and will need to be cleaned out. - The playground floor was observe dot have trash and debris and will need to be cleaned. - Torn green cushion will need to be discarded. Playground 2: - The playground floor wa Based on observation 11/28/25 the following hazards were observed during 3. Changes that will be made or the facility walkthrough: measures that will be taken to Toddler Room 1: prevent future occurrence of the - The brown couches in classroom will need deficient practice (MUST to be wiped down and cleaned. ADDRESS) - The "Our Families" Bulletin Board was All carpets will be vacuumed nightly observed to have exposed wood in the Daily Cleaning check list will be provide to middle and will need to be repaired. make sure its done. - The cushion toys in classroom were Preschool room has been clos Based on observation , the following classrooms did not have Making sure all water pitchers are fill water or low water supply in water pitches: every morning, and afternoon. - Two's classroom: No water observed. - Pre-K Classroom: Water supply observed to be low. 2. The date the corrective action will - Toddler Classroom: Water supply be completed (MUST COMPLETE) Observed to be low. We corrected on 11/25/25 Ensure that all classrooms have water freely available to children at all times. 3. Changes that will be made or measures that will be taken to prevent future occurrence of the deficient Based on observation, three children's food and/ or formal were observed not labeled with child's name and date. Ensure that food and formula are labeled with child's name and date items arrived to the facility. NAC 412 1. Each facility must have written NAC 412 Provided Teacher with our handwashing 11/25/202 procedures concerning the washing of steps and ensure these are being done 5 hands. 2. The staff of a facility shall follow the procedures of the facility concerning the washing of hands and shall instruct, monitor and assist the children being cared for at the facility to ensure that th Based on observation, staff in the Pre-K Classroom failed to ensure a child washed their hands following using the restroom. Surveyor did notify staff and child was then redirected to wash hands. Ensure staff instruct, monitor, and assist children with hand washing. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 11/29/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 1. The specific actions that will be 5 must be vacuumed not less than one time taken to correct the deficiency and each day or more often if necessary and verification of completion, i.e. cleaned not less than one time ev Based on observation, the following classrooms carpets were observed to have debris and need to b deep cleaned: - Toddler Classroom 2 (Not in use) - All carpets. - Two classroom - All carpets. - Toddler Classroom 1: The two blue rugs. - Early Preschool Classroom: All Classrooms. - Pre-K classroom: All carpets. Complete deep cleaning for the carpets listed and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections.
May 30, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 0 Children as a CenterComplaint - 8313
The facility is licensed for 0 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 0 children. 0 child's file and 9 staff files were reviewed during Ad-Hoc Inspection. 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 04/29/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Reminder: Submit all annual training hours to the Surveyor by 2/17/25 The following staff are still needing Annual Training: 1. Sharon Cameron (Needs Wellness Course (2hrs) and 7 hrs. of additional Trainings) 2. Jessica Harmon (Needs W... Based on file review, the following staff files were not included in Binders for Surveyor's review: 1. Lanae Everett 2. Aaron Geronimo 3. Ivanie Guerra 4. Nysier Stewart 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 Based on file review, the following staff were missing Nevada Registry: 1. Serenity Cooper 2. Kiara Smith Lane Everett Aaron Geronimo Ivanie Guerra Upload Nevada Registry’s for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 308 1. Whenever a child care facility is in NAC 308 1. All staff will have required trainings 02/05/202 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEF Based on file review, the following staff are missing TB Test results: 1. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 2. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 3. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) 4. Nysier Stewart (Started 11/6/24) It should be noted that during the Annual inspection on 1/16/25, staff Lanae Everett, Aaron Geronimo, and Ivanie Guerra were present and actively working in classrooms. 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Please note that the staff listed above are not to be working with children and onsite until they have an up- to-date TB test with negative results. Upload TB Test results for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All ... Based on file review, the following staff are missing 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 orientation checklist: 1. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 2. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 3. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) 4. Nysier Stewart (Started 11/6/24) Upload orientation checklist for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff will have required trainings 02/28/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 2. initial certificates upload 4/21/2025 for 5 days after commencing his or her Serenity Cooper-Lavender. the other staff employment or position in a child care are no longer employed at the time of visit facility, each per... Based on file review, the following staff are missing initial training: 1. Serenity Cooper (Started6/20/24) 2. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 3. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 4. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) Upload Initial training for the staff listed above to provide 536 B
May 18, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterComplaint - 8368
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 43 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 02/24/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE · The staff member pulled a child by the arm anddropped them onto a mat and forced them back on the mat, threw cover over child’shead and patted back aggressively. Corporate viewed the video and made thedecision to fire the staff. Director statesthat the staff were sent home that day on administrative leave. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. retrain staff on classroom supervision 02/10/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to and child /teacher interactions 5 provide physical care, supervision and 2. corrected on 2/10/25 individual attention to each child and allow 3. Management will be visiting rooms time for interaction between the staff and throughout the day to ensure children are the children to promote the children ' s involved in curriculum act... · During the inspection supervision wassporadic and several classes lacked active interactions with the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Hire staff to help with the teacher 02/10/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 shortage and call outs ( I have hire 3 5 child care center, child care institution, teachers since the visit) accommodation facility, facility for special 2. corrected on 2/1025 events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 3. will do ongoing hiring to make sure we special needs facility shall, between the are fully staffed hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Less than 9 months of age 1 caregiver f... 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEFI
May 2, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterComplaint - 8246
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 35 children. 10 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. Staff files were not reviewed during the annual inspection due to Facility’s Employee List of Training (LOT) not being completed and up to date. Director Taylor will need to complete LOT and drop off updated LOT and staff files to CCL office by 1/31/25, for surveyor’s review. 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 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed on playgrounds: -Large Playground: there were two brooms, 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH The following hazards were identified during facility walkthrough: - All Classroom restroom floors need deep cleaning. Complete and upload pictures of all bathrooms to provide proof of this correction. - Infant 1 RM: The brown wall trim under cubbies is beginning to lift. Reapply trim to flush with the wall and upload pictures to provide proof of this correction. - Toddler RM1: The classroom’s large trash can was full to rim, ensure trash is emptied and upload pictures to provide proof of this correction. The broom and dustpan were down and accessible to children. Remove cleaning utensils fro Based on file review, Child#2 and Child #3 are missing Signed Health Statements. Complete and upload to show provide proof of this correction. Based on file review, the following children are missing immunizations: Child #4, Child #8, Child #9, and Child#10 are missing and/ or need up to date immunizations. Obtain up-to-date immunization records for the children listed and upload them to provide proof of this correction. NAC 430 1. Each facility, including, without limitation, NAC 430 1. will print current assessments and place 02/07/202 a family home and a group home, shall in child's files Based on file review, child #1 through child #10 Assessments were not located in child files and accessible for review. Director reported that assessments are completed digitally and she would have to go into each child's profile in order to view assessments. Upload assessments for child #1 through Child #10 for review, to provide proof of this correction.
Feb 17, 20231 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 9/17/24. 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 167 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 37 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 10/04/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/17/2024... Based on observation, the facility failed to recognize and eliminate the following hazards for the safety of children as evidenced by the following. Please submit photo evidence of corrections. - Brooms not stored away properly - Chipped paint in Toddler room - Wall chipping near children's hand sink in Two's room - Wave crawler has a rip in infant room - Outlet covers missing in rooms - Cabinets and storage closets not locked - Damaged toys and containers (holding toys) in playground for older children - Rip on green cushion of children sofa in older children playground - Plunger not stored Based on observation and interview, the staff failed to label each bottle of formula/water bottle and/or container of food with the name of the child to whom it belonged and/or the date the formula or food was prepared by the facility of was prepared or purchased by the parent.
Feb 24, 20221 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site Complaint Investigation Conducted at Your…Complaint - 6747
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site complaint investigation conducted at your facility on 04/16/2024. The census at the time of investigation was 71 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 09/17/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on investigation and staff interviews, a staff member was argumentative with others in front of children and left children unattended. NAC 425 1. The director or a designated member of NAC 425 1. Diapers were ordered and in route for 04/16/202 the staff of a nursery for infants and delivery. Bottles are made as parents drop 4 toddlers or other facility that enrolls infants off if they use our formula. Director went to and toddlers shall discuss policies walmart and purchased diapers. concerning the health of an infant or toddler 2. The action was completed 4/16/24 with the parents before enrollment of the 3. order diapers every 2 weeks and bottles child. Every parent must be given a are made as parents drop off. description of and agree in writing to the 4. Kharia Taylor and Chelsey ... Based on investigation, facility did not have size 4 diapers and director reported that sometimes she did not have the time to prepared bottles as needed. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. More staff will be hired immediately and 04/26/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to ongoing 4 provide physical care, supervision and 2. will hire more staff within the week will individual attention to each child and allow complete by 4/26/24 time for interaction between the staff and 3. will make sure to have enough staff to the children to promote the children ' s ensure proper ratios social competence, emotional well-being 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible and intellectual development. 2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, in addition to the number o... Based on con complaint investigation a staff member left children unattended. Please ensure staff do not leave children unattended. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. will call sister schools for extra staff when 04/17/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we have call outs 4 child care center, child care institution, 2. will be corrected by 4/17/24 accommodation facility, facility for special 3. schedule staff members to arrive every events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 15 minutes from the time we open at 630am special needs facility shall, between the 4. Kharia Taylor and Chelsey Thompson hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by are responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Les... Based on investigation EP2 classroom was out of ratio with 34 children ages 1 to 4 years with 1 staff. To be in ratio 3 more staff were needed. 536 B. WING _______________________ 04/16/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SI
Feb 8, 20221 Finding1 Critical
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterAnnual
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 48 children. 0 child's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. Reminder: Ensure that teachers are checking and/ or changing diapers every two hours. Infant 1 classroom had two children coming up on the three-hour mark and there was no indication if diapers were checked or changed in diaper log. Ensure that the hard surface of the countertop, under changing table mat in Infant 2 class is being wiped down routinely. Slight debris in this area. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction Based on observation teacher, Jhalisa R. in the Two’s classroom has a “in process” background check and was left unsupervised with children. Ensure that when new hire teachers/ staff are “in process” that they are always supervised by a teacher/ staff with an “eligible” background check. Based on observation the facility did not have working air conditioner only in Infant 1 and Infant 2 rooms for three days and continued to operate in these rooms. Ensure that the temperature in classrooms is not less than 68 degrees Fahrenheit and not more than 82 degrees Fahrenheit during the months of April through September. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1. put in work orders for wall trims and put 06/10/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of brooms away 4 the facility or appoint or permit the 2. will be complete by 6/10/24 appointment of a person Based on observation in Infant 2classroom, the broom was accessible to children. Ensure that brooms, dustpan, and any other cleaning utensils are inaccessible to children. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation in the Two’s classroom, outlet covers were missing. Ensure all classrooms have outlets covers on all outlets that are not in use. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation in the Two’s classroom, a large piece of brown wall trim, near the floor is pealing off the wall. Ensure that trim is removed/ repaired and upload pictures or provide proof of corrections. Based on observation Toddler classroom has a white wall trim next to the classroom cubbies that needs to be fixed. Wall trim is lifting from the wall and paint/ seal is lifting from trim. E... Based on an interview with Assistant Director, Chelsey Thompson and teachers in Infant 1 classroom, the air conditioner was not working for a total of three days. Facility failed to notify Childcare Licensing and Health Department of this matter. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 1. post a flyer about the trial classes at the 05/31/202 written statement which: front counter 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be 2. corrected on 5/31/24 offered to the children; 3. will post flyers about trial classes on our (b) Provides for the special needs of each App and post a flyer in lobby, only enrolled child; children will be able to attend (c) States the requirements for admission 4. Kharia Taylor or Chelsey Thompson will and procedures for enrollment; be responsibl... 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEF Based on observation the facility had unlabeled water bottles throughout all classrooms. Ensure that children’s water bottles are being labeled daily. Furthermore, in Infant 2 room, there was a worn unlabeled sippy cup in the fridge door. Ensure to return children’s bottles/ sippy cups to parents. Please upload pictures of corrections. NAC 385 1. The staff of each facility shall: NAC 385 1. high chairs were cleaned 05/31/202 (a) Provide appropriate and adequate 2. corrected on 5/31/24 4 seating for the children at the facility during 3. high chairs will be wiped down and snacks and meals; cle Based on observation highchairs in infant 1 and 2 rooms need cleaning. The highchairs were observed to have food on surfaces and food crumbs in seat and foot areas. Ensure highchairs are clean after all meals. Please upload pictures of corrections. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 1. cubbies have been cleaned 05/31/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 2. will be done by 5/31/24 4 must be vacuumed not less than one time 3. cubbies will be wiped down and cleaned each day or more often if necessary and weekly cleaned not less than one time every 3 4. Kharia Tay Based on observation classroom fridge in infant 2 room had food and crumbs on inside. Ensure to clean classroom fridge. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation the Toddler classroom cubbies were observed to have dust debris in the bottom row of cubbies that are accessible to children. Ensure to clean out cubbies and upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation the facility had a gymnastic/ karate teacher on sight with 9 children unsupervised by “eligible” staff. Ensure that all third-party extracurricular activity instructors are always supervised by eligible staff. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. coaching the teachers on playground 06/03/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to policies and supervision 4 provide physical care, supervision and 2. 6/3/24 this was corrected individual attention to each child and allow 3. managers will check playground time for interaction between the staff and frequently when children are outside to the children to promote the children ' s ensure the teachers are supervising the 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS ... Based on observation there was a lack of supervision while the Two’s classroom was outside on playground. Four children were observed playing on the far side of playground out of teacher’s sight. Ensure teachers position themselves properly to monitor and supervisor children at all times. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. know ratios at all times 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 2. 5/31/24 will be corrected 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 child care center, child care institution, 3. maintain ratios and move children accommodation facility, facility for special accordingly to ensure proper ratios in all events, nursery for infants and toddlers or classrooms special nee... Based on observation, the Infant 1 room ratio was 9-2 at the time of inspection. The ratio should have been 9-3. During inspection walk through, Assistance Director, Chelsey Thompson corrected ratio and opened Infant 2 room. The ratio for Infant 2 room was 4-1. Ensure appropriate ratios are maintained in all classrooms.
Aug 26, 20211 Finding1 Important
- Censusinfo License Capacity Facility Type Center Total Number of Children 50 Number of Child Files Reviewed 0 Number Of…Bi-annual
Censusinfo License capacity Facility Type Center Total Number of Children 50 Number of child files reviewed 0 Number of staff files reviewed 0 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 01/17/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on observation two staff members Meagan & Jessica were working in a classroom alone without an eligibility memo. Please recall staff are not to work alone until fully cleared. Please upload a memo for both staff. 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 NAME OF PROVID Based on staff interview and record review an incident report was only completed for one bite. There was no incident report for the first bite and the incident report was not fully completed by the teacher for the scraped chin, the Director complete the report for the chin scrap based on what she told, not what was observed by the teacher. 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. will retrain teachers on proper 09/13/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to supervision practices 3 provide physical care, supervision and 2. teachers will be retrained on supervision individual attention to each child and allow by 9/29/23 time for interactio... Based on video review the teacher had her back to the children entering data on the I-pad. Please explain your plan for assuring staff don't have their back to the children and to assure they are actively supervising the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. will check ratios every 15 minutes 09/13/202 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 2. will correct immediately 3 child care center, child care institution, 3. will check ratios every 15 minutes and accommodation facility, facility for special move children and teachers as necessary to events, nursery for infants and toddlers or keep classrooms in ratio at all times special needs fac... Based on observation the prek room (3 year olds) was out of ratio with 14 children and one staff member. Please explain how you will maintain ratio.
Feb 1, 20211 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Employee File Audit Conducted at the Child Care…Annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the employee file audit conducted at the Child Care Licensing Office on 01/11/2024. Reminder: Email Inspector remaining annual training hours by 02/28/2024. -Elizabeth C: 24 hours -Ayjah G: 20 hours with 2 in wellness -Tammy H: 15 hours -Cristi S: 20 hours -Kiare S: 23hours with 2 in wellness -Kharia T: 21 hours -Chelsey T: 20 hours NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. I will have staff complete membership for 02/23/202 must: Nevada registry 4 (a) Be at least 16 years of age; 2. will be corrected by 2/23/24 Based on record review, the following staff did not have a current NV Registry Certificate: -Ivanie G -Jessica H -Kiare S Obtain and upload a copy of a current NV Registry Certificate to the POC. NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 1. will have employee complete TB test 02/01/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of 2. will be corrected by 2/1/24 4 the facility shall present to the director of 3. will ensure employees get update the facility, to be placed in the person’s file, paperwork before expiration dates written evidence that the person is free from 4. Kha Based on record review, Elizabeth C did not have a negative TB test. Obtain and upload a copy of a negative TB test to the POC.
Sep 1, 20201 Finding1 Important
- No Deficiencies NotedAd-hoc
No deficiencies noted! Semi/support visit. 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
Feb 24, 20201 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Inspection Conducted at Your…Ad-hoc
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure inspection conducted at your facility on 11.25.2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of survey was 27 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 01/20/2026 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 11... Based on record review the facility failed to ensure that all staff were 536 B. WING _______________________ 11/25/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed during the playground walk through: Large Playground: - The garbage was observed full of broken items. Garbage will need to be emptied and ensure lid is on top of trash can. - Broken and Cracked hula hoops were observed on playground. Hula hoops will need to be discarded. - the water fountain was observed to have woodchips in it and will need to be cleaned out. - The playground floor was observe dot have trash and debris and will need to be cleaned. - Torn green cushion will need to be discarded. Playground 2: - The playground floor wa Based on observation 11/28/25 the following hazards were observed during 3. Changes that will be made or the facility walkthrough: measures that will be taken to Toddler Room 1: prevent future occurrence of the - The brown couches in classroom will need deficient practice (MUST to be wiped down and cleaned. ADDRESS) - The "Our Families" Bulletin Board was All carpets will be vacuumed nightly observed to have exposed wood in the Daily Cleaning check list will be provide to middle and will need to be repaired. make sure its done. - The cushion toys in classroom were Preschool room has been clos Based on observation , the following classrooms did not have Making sure all water pitchers are fill water or low water supply in water pitches: every morning, and afternoon. - Two's classroom: No water observed. - Pre-K Classroom: Water supply observed to be low. 2. The date the corrective action will - Toddler Classroom: Water supply be completed (MUST COMPLETE) Observed to be low. We corrected on 11/25/25 Ensure that all classrooms have water freely available to children at all times. 3. Changes that will be made or measures that will be taken to prevent future occurrence of the deficient Based on observation, three children's food and/ or formal were observed not labeled with child's name and date. Ensure that food and formula are labeled with child's name and date items arrived to the facility. NAC 412 1. Each facility must have written NAC 412 Provided Teacher with our handwashing 11/25/202 procedures concerning the washing of steps and ensure these are being done 5 hands. 2. The staff of a facility shall follow the procedures of the facility concerning the washing of hands and shall instruct, monitor and assist the children being cared for at the facility to ensure that th Based on observation, staff in the Pre-K Classroom failed to ensure a child washed their hands following using the restroom. Surveyor did notify staff and child was then redirected to wash hands. Ensure staff instruct, monitor, and assist children with hand washing. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 11/29/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 1. The specific actions that will be 5 must be vacuumed not less than one time taken to correct the deficiency and each day or more often if necessary and verification of completion, i.e. cleaned not less than one time ev Based on observation, the following classrooms carpets were observed to have debris and need to b deep cleaned: - Toddler Classroom 2 (Not in use) - All carpets. - Two classroom - All carpets. - Toddler Classroom 1: The two blue rugs. - Early Preschool Classroom: All Classrooms. - Pre-K classroom: All carpets. Complete deep cleaning for the carpets listed and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections.
Feb 6, 20201 Finding1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterAnnual
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 43 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 02/24/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE · The staff member pulled a child by the arm anddropped them onto a mat and forced them back on the mat, threw cover over child’shead and patted back aggressively. Corporate viewed the video and made thedecision to fire the staff. Director statesthat the staff were sent home that day on administrative leave. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. retrain staff on classroom supervision 02/10/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to and child /teacher interactions 5 provide physical care, supervision and 2. corrected on 2/10/25 individual attention to each child and allow 3. Management will be visiting rooms time for interaction between the staff and throughout the day to ensure children are the children to promote the children ' s involved in curriculum act... · During the inspection supervision wassporadic and several classes lacked active interactions with the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Hire staff to help with the teacher 02/10/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 shortage and call outs ( I have hire 3 5 child care center, child care institution, teachers since the visit) accommodation facility, facility for special 2. corrected on 2/1025 events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 3. will do ongoing hiring to make sure we special needs facility shall, between the are fully staffed hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Less than 9 months of age 1 caregiver f... 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEFI
Jan 15, 20201 Finding1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 0 Children as a CenterComplaint - 3658
The facility is licensed for 0 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 0 children. 0 child's file and 9 staff files were reviewed during Ad-Hoc Inspection. 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 04/29/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Reminder: Submit all annual training hours to the Surveyor by 2/17/25 The following staff are still needing Annual Training: 1. Sharon Cameron (Needs Wellness Course (2hrs) and 7 hrs. of additional Trainings) 2. Jessica Harmon (Needs W... Based on file review, the following staff files were not included in Binders for Surveyor's review: 1. Lanae Everett 2. Aaron Geronimo 3. Ivanie Guerra 4. Nysier Stewart 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 Based on file review, the following staff were missing Nevada Registry: 1. Serenity Cooper 2. Kiara Smith Lane Everett Aaron Geronimo Ivanie Guerra Upload Nevada Registry’s for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 308 1. Whenever a child care facility is in NAC 308 1. All staff will have required trainings 02/05/202 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEF Based on file review, the following staff are missing TB Test results: 1. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 2. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 3. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) 4. Nysier Stewart (Started 11/6/24) It should be noted that during the Annual inspection on 1/16/25, staff Lanae Everett, Aaron Geronimo, and Ivanie Guerra were present and actively working in classrooms. 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Please note that the staff listed above are not to be working with children and onsite until they have an up- to-date TB test with negative results. Upload TB Test results for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 320 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 320 1. All ... Based on file review, the following staff are missing 536 B. WING _______________________ 02/05/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 orientation checklist: 1. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 2. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 3. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) 4. Nysier Stewart (Started 11/6/24) Upload orientation checklist for the staff listed above to provide proof of this correction. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 323 1. All staff will have required trainings 02/28/202 432A.521 and NRS 432A.177, within 120 2. initial certificates upload 4/21/2025 for 5 days after commencing his or her Serenity Cooper-Lavender. the other staff employment or position in a child care are no longer employed at the time of visit facility, each per... Based on file review, the following staff are missing initial training: 1. Serenity Cooper (Started6/20/24) 2. Lanae Everett (Started 7/1/24) 3. Aaron Geronimo (Started 7/2/24) 4. Ivanie Guerra (Started 9/5/23) Upload Initial training for the staff listed above to provide 536 B
Aug 28, 20191 Finding1 Critical
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterBi-annual
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 35 children. 10 child's file and 0 staff files were reviewed. Staff files were not reviewed during the annual inspection due to Facility’s Employee List of Training (LOT) not being completed and up to date. Director Taylor will need to complete LOT and drop off updated LOT and staff files to CCL office by 1/31/25, for surveyor’s review. 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 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed on playgrounds: -Large Playground: there were two brooms, 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH The following hazards were identified during facility walkthrough: - All Classroom restroom floors need deep cleaning. Complete and upload pictures of all bathrooms to provide proof of this correction. - Infant 1 RM: The brown wall trim under cubbies is beginning to lift. Reapply trim to flush with the wall and upload pictures to provide proof of this correction. - Toddler RM1: The classroom’s large trash can was full to rim, ensure trash is emptied and upload pictures to provide proof of this correction. The broom and dustpan were down and accessible to children. Remove cleaning utensils fro Based on file review, Child#2 and Child #3 are missing Signed Health Statements. Complete and upload to show provide proof of this correction. Based on file review, the following children are missing immunizations: Child #4, Child #8, Child #9, and Child#10 are missing and/ or need up to date immunizations. Obtain up-to-date immunization records for the children listed and upload them to provide proof of this correction. NAC 430 1. Each facility, including, without limitation, NAC 430 1. will print current assessments and place 02/07/202 a family home and a group home, shall in child's files Based on file review, child #1 through child #10 Assessments were not located in child files and accessible for review. Director reported that assessments are completed digitally and she would have to go into each child's profile in order to view assessments. Upload assessments for child #1 through Child #10 for review, to provide proof of this correction.
Mar 11, 20191 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Survey Conducted at Your…Ad-hoc
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure survey conducted at your facility on 9/17/24. 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 167 children as a center. The census at the time of survey was 37 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 10/04/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/17/2024... Based on observation, the facility failed to recognize and eliminate the following hazards for the safety of children as evidenced by the following. Please submit photo evidence of corrections. - Brooms not stored away properly - Chipped paint in Toddler room - Wall chipping near children's hand sink in Two's room - Wave crawler has a rip in infant room - Outlet covers missing in rooms - Cabinets and storage closets not locked - Damaged toys and containers (holding toys) in playground for older children - Rip on green cushion of children sofa in older children playground - Plunger not stored Based on observation and interview, the staff failed to label each bottle of formula/water bottle and/or container of food with the name of the child to whom it belonged and/or the date the formula or food was prepared by the facility of was prepared or purchased by the parent.
Feb 20, 20191 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 on 04/16/2024. The census at the time of investigation was 71 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 09/17/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on investigation and staff interviews, a staff member was argumentative with others in front of children and left children unattended. NAC 425 1. The director or a designated member of NAC 425 1. Diapers were ordered and in route for 04/16/202 the staff of a nursery for infants and delivery. Bottles are made as parents drop 4 toddlers or other facility that enrolls infants off if they use our formula. Director went to and toddlers shall discuss policies walmart and purchased diapers. concerning the health of an infant or toddler 2. The action was completed 4/16/24 with the parents before enrollment of the 3. order diapers every 2 weeks and bottles child. Every parent must be given a are made as parents drop off. description of and agree in writing to the 4. Kharia Taylor and Chelsey ... Based on investigation, facility did not have size 4 diapers and director reported that sometimes she did not have the time to prepared bottles as needed. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. More staff will be hired immediately and 04/26/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to ongoing 4 provide physical care, supervision and 2. will hire more staff within the week will individual attention to each child and allow complete by 4/26/24 time for interaction between the staff and 3. will make sure to have enough staff to the children to promote the children ' s ensure proper ratios social competence, emotional well-being 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible and intellectual development. 2. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, in addition to the number o... Based on con complaint investigation a staff member left children unattended. Please ensure staff do not leave children unattended. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. will call sister schools for extra staff when 04/17/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 we have call outs 4 child care center, child care institution, 2. will be corrected by 4/17/24 accommodation facility, facility for special 3. schedule staff members to arrive every events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 15 minutes from the time we open at 630am special needs facility shall, between the 4. Kharia Taylor and Chelsey Thompson hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by are responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Les... Based on investigation EP2 classroom was out of ratio with 34 children ages 1 to 4 years with 1 staff. To be in ratio 3 more staff were needed. 536 B. WING _______________________ 04/16/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SI
Aug 31, 20181 Finding1 Critical
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterBi-annual
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of inspection was 48 children. 0 child's files and 0 staff files were reviewed. Reminder: Ensure that teachers are checking and/ or changing diapers every two hours. Infant 1 classroom had two children coming up on the three-hour mark and there was no indication if diapers were checked or changed in diaper log. Ensure that the hard surface of the countertop, under changing table mat in Infant 2 class is being wiped down routinely. Slight debris in this area. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction Based on observation teacher, Jhalisa R. in the Two’s classroom has a “in process” background check and was left unsupervised with children. Ensure that when new hire teachers/ staff are “in process” that they are always supervised by a teacher/ staff with an “eligible” background check. Based on observation the facility did not have working air conditioner only in Infant 1 and Infant 2 rooms for three days and continued to operate in these rooms. Ensure that the temperature in classrooms is not less than 68 degrees Fahrenheit and not more than 82 degrees Fahrenheit during the months of April through September. NAC 302 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall not NAC 302 1. put in work orders for wall trims and put 06/10/202 knowingly appoint a person as director of brooms away 4 the facility or appoint or permit the 2. will be complete by 6/10/24 appointment of a person Based on observation in Infant 2classroom, the broom was accessible to children. Ensure that brooms, dustpan, and any other cleaning utensils are inaccessible to children. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation in the Two’s classroom, outlet covers were missing. Ensure all classrooms have outlets covers on all outlets that are not in use. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation in the Two’s classroom, a large piece of brown wall trim, near the floor is pealing off the wall. Ensure that trim is removed/ repaired and upload pictures or provide proof of corrections. Based on observation Toddler classroom has a white wall trim next to the classroom cubbies that needs to be fixed. Wall trim is lifting from the wall and paint/ seal is lifting from trim. E... Based on an interview with Assistant Director, Chelsey Thompson and teachers in Infant 1 classroom, the air conditioner was not working for a total of three days. Facility failed to notify Childcare Licensing and Health Department of this matter. NAC 350 1. Every licensee of a facility shall adopt a NAC 350 1. post a flyer about the trial classes at the 05/31/202 written statement which: front counter 4 (a) Sets forth the general services to be 2. corrected on 5/31/24 offered to the children; 3. will post flyers about trial classes on our (b) Provides for the special needs of each App and post a flyer in lobby, only enrolled child; children will be able to attend (c) States the requirements for admission 4. Kharia Taylor or Chelsey Thompson will and procedures for enrollment; be responsibl... 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEF Based on observation the facility had unlabeled water bottles throughout all classrooms. Ensure that children’s water bottles are being labeled daily. Furthermore, in Infant 2 room, there was a worn unlabeled sippy cup in the fridge door. Ensure to return children’s bottles/ sippy cups to parents. Please upload pictures of corrections. NAC 385 1. The staff of each facility shall: NAC 385 1. high chairs were cleaned 05/31/202 (a) Provide appropriate and adequate 2. corrected on 5/31/24 4 seating for the children at the facility during 3. high chairs will be wiped down and snacks and meals; cle Based on observation highchairs in infant 1 and 2 rooms need cleaning. The highchairs were observed to have food on surfaces and food crumbs in seat and foot areas. Ensure highchairs are clean after all meals. Please upload pictures of corrections. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 1. cubbies have been cleaned 05/31/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 2. will be done by 5/31/24 4 must be vacuumed not less than one time 3. cubbies will be wiped down and cleaned each day or more often if necessary and weekly cleaned not less than one time every 3 4. Kharia Tay Based on observation classroom fridge in infant 2 room had food and crumbs on inside. Ensure to clean classroom fridge. Please upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation the Toddler classroom cubbies were observed to have dust debris in the bottom row of cubbies that are accessible to children. Ensure to clean out cubbies and upload pictures of corrections. Based on observation the facility had a gymnastic/ karate teacher on sight with 9 children unsupervised by “eligible” staff. Ensure that all third-party extracurricular activity instructors are always supervised by eligible staff. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. coaching the teachers on playground 06/03/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to policies and supervision 4 provide physical care, supervision and 2. 6/3/24 this was corrected individual attention to each child and allow 3. managers will check playground time for interaction between the staff and frequently when children are outside to the children to promote the children ' s ensure the teachers are supervising the 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS ... Based on observation there was a lack of supervision while the Two’s classroom was outside on playground. Four children were observed playing on the far side of playground out of teacher’s sight. Ensure teachers position themselves properly to monitor and supervisor children at all times. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. know ratios at all times 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 2. 5/31/24 will be corrected 536 B. WING _______________________ 05/31/2024 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 child care center, child care institution, 3. maintain ratios and move children accommodation facility, facility for special accordingly to ensure proper ratios in all events, nursery for infants and toddlers or classrooms special nee... Based on observation, the Infant 1 room ratio was 9-2 at the time of inspection. The ratio should have been 9-3. During inspection walk through, Assistance Director, Chelsey Thompson corrected ratio and opened Infant 2 room. The ratio for Infant 2 room was 4-1. Ensure appropriate ratios are maintained in all classrooms.
Feb 15, 20181 Finding1 Important
- Censusinfo License Capacity Facility Type Center Total Number of Children 50 Number of Child Files Reviewed 0 Number Of…Annual
Censusinfo License capacity Facility Type Center Total Number of Children 50 Number of child files reviewed 0 Number of staff files reviewed 0 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 01/17/2024 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE Based on observation two staff members Meagan & Jessica were working in a classroom alone without an eligibility memo. Please recall staff are not to work alone until fully cleared. Please upload a memo for both staff. 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 NAME OF PROVID Based on staff interview and record review an incident report was only completed for one bite. There was no incident report for the first bite and the incident report was not fully completed by the teacher for the scraped chin, the Director complete the report for the chin scrap based on what she told, not what was observed by the teacher. 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. will retrain teachers on proper 09/13/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to supervision practices 3 provide physical care, supervision and 2. teachers will be retrained on supervision individual attention to each child and allow by 9/29/23 time for interactio... Based on video review the teacher had her back to the children entering data on the I-pad. Please explain your plan for assuring staff don't have their back to the children and to assure they are actively supervising the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. will check ratios every 15 minutes 09/13/202 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/13/2023 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 2. will correct immediately 3 child care center, child care institution, 3. will check ratios every 15 minutes and accommodation facility, facility for special move children and teachers as necessary to events, nursery for infants and toddlers or keep classrooms in ratio at all times special needs fac... Based on observation the prek room (3 year olds) was out of ratio with 14 children and one staff member. Please explain how you will maintain ratio.
Sep 29, 20171 Finding1 Important
- Based on File Review Staff #5 Is Missing the Clearance LetterBi-annual
Based on file review staff #5 is missing the clearance letter. Please refer to ID list to obtain name. NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 10/23/201 must: 7 (a) Be at least 16 years of age; (b) Be able to summon help in an emergency; (c) Be emotionally and physically qualified to carry out a program which places emphasis on the development of children; and (d) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, within 90 days after the caregiver commences employment in the child care facility, apply with The Nevada Registry or its successor organization, and annually renew h Based on file review staff #4 and #5 are missing Nevada Registry. Please refer to ID list to obtain names. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NRS NAC 10/18/201 320.1 432A.177 , within the first 2 weeks after 320.1 7 commencing employment, newly employed members of the staff of a facility must be given a written and oral orientation program and be trained in the policies, procedures and programs of the facility by the director or a designee trained by the director. The orientation must address, at a minimum: (a) Any regulatory requirements that govern the facility; Based on file review staff #5 needs orientation checklist. Please refer to ID list to obtain names. NAC 3. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 10/17/201 310.3 including a volunteer, shall submit to: 310.3 7 (a) A Mantoux tuberculin skin test; or (b) An examination by a provider of health care who is authorized to diagnose active tuberculosis, at least once every 24 months after the date the skin test or chest radiograph and examination were conducted pursuant to subsection 2. Based on file review staff #1, #2 and #3 are missing their tuberculosis test. NAC 322 1. Each person who is employed in a child NAC 322 10/19/201 care facility shall: 7 (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2 and Based on file review staff #2 and #5 are missing the CPR training. NAC 323 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC 323 10/21/201 subsection 4 and Based on file review staff #5 is missing Signs of illness and blood-borne pathogens training. NRS 230 NRS 230 10/18/201 Certificate of immunization prerequisite to 7 536 B. WING _______________________ 09/29/2017 Based on file review child #1 and #2 need updated vaccination record. Please refer to ID list to obtain names.
Sep 1, 20171 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the Employee File Audit Conducted at the Child Care…Complaint - 1539
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the employee file audit conducted at the Child Care Licensing Office on 01/11/2024. Reminder: Email Inspector remaining annual training hours by 02/28/2024. -Elizabeth C: 24 hours -Ayjah G: 20 hours with 2 in wellness -Tammy H: 15 hours -Cristi S: 20 hours -Kiare S: 23hours with 2 in wellness -Kharia T: 21 hours -Chelsey T: 20 hours NAC 306 1. Every caregiver in a child care facility NAC 306 1. I will have staff complete membership for 02/23/202 must: Nevada registry 4 (a) Be at least 16 years of age; 2. will be corrected by 2/23/24 Based on record review, the following staff did not have a current NV Registry Certificate: -Ivanie G -Jessica H -Kiare S Obtain and upload a copy of a current NV Registry Certificate to the POC. NAC 310 1. Every member of the staff of a facility, NAC 310 1. will have employee complete TB test 02/01/202 including a volunteer, and each resident of 2. will be corrected by 2/1/24 4 the facility shall present to the director of 3. will ensure employees get update the facility, to be placed in the person’s file, paperwork before expiration dates written evidence that the person is free from 4. Kha Based on record review, Elizabeth C did not have a negative TB test. Obtain and upload a copy of a negative TB test to the POC.
Mar 2, 20171 Finding1 Important
- This Statement of Deficiencies Was Generated as a Result of the On-site State Licensure Inspection Conducted at Your…Annual
This Statement of Deficiencies was generated as a result of the on-site State licensure inspection conducted at your facility on 11.25.2025. Please respond to each deficiency and attach documents as requested for the deficiency it pertains to. Sign and submit your Plan of Correction within 10 business days of receipt. Inspection consensus, the facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of survey was 27 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: AREAL HOLLOWAY Title: Director Date: 01/20/2026 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE 536 B. WING _______________________ 11... Based on record review the facility failed to ensure that all staff were 536 B. WING _______________________ 11/25/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 Based on observation, the following hazards were observed during the playground walk through: Large Playground: - The garbage was observed full of broken items. Garbage will need to be emptied and ensure lid is on top of trash can. - Broken and Cracked hula hoops were observed on playground. Hula hoops will need to be discarded. - the water fountain was observed to have woodchips in it and will need to be cleaned out. - The playground floor was observe dot have trash and debris and will need to be cleaned. - Torn green cushion will need to be discarded. Playground 2: - The playground floor wa Based on observation 11/28/25 the following hazards were observed during 3. Changes that will be made or the facility walkthrough: measures that will be taken to Toddler Room 1: prevent future occurrence of the - The brown couches in classroom will need deficient practice (MUST to be wiped down and cleaned. ADDRESS) - The "Our Families" Bulletin Board was All carpets will be vacuumed nightly observed to have exposed wood in the Daily Cleaning check list will be provide to middle and will need to be repaired. make sure its done. - The cushion toys in classroom were Preschool room has been clos Based on observation , the following classrooms did not have Making sure all water pitchers are fill water or low water supply in water pitches: every morning, and afternoon. - Two's classroom: No water observed. - Pre-K Classroom: Water supply observed to be low. 2. The date the corrective action will - Toddler Classroom: Water supply be completed (MUST COMPLETE) Observed to be low. We corrected on 11/25/25 Ensure that all classrooms have water freely available to children at all times. 3. Changes that will be made or measures that will be taken to prevent future occurrence of the deficient Based on observation, three children's food and/ or formal were observed not labeled with child's name and date. Ensure that food and formula are labeled with child's name and date items arrived to the facility. NAC 412 1. Each facility must have written NAC 412 Provided Teacher with our handwashing 11/25/202 procedures concerning the washing of steps and ensure these are being done 5 hands. 2. The staff of a facility shall follow the procedures of the facility concerning the washing of hands and shall instruct, monitor and assist the children being cared for at the facility to ensure that th Based on observation, staff in the Pre-K Classroom failed to ensure a child washed their hands following using the restroom. Surveyor did notify staff and child was then redirected to wash hands. Ensure staff instruct, monitor, and assist children with hand washing. NAC 414 1. A carpeted floor or rug on a floor that is NAC 414 11/29/202 too large to wash in a washing machine 1. The specific actions that will be 5 must be vacuumed not less than one time taken to correct the deficiency and each day or more often if necessary and verification of completion, i.e. cleaned not less than one time ev Based on observation, the following classrooms carpets were observed to have debris and need to b deep cleaned: - Toddler Classroom 2 (Not in use) - All carpets. - Two classroom - All carpets. - Toddler Classroom 1: The two blue rugs. - Early Preschool Classroom: All Classrooms. - Pre-K classroom: All carpets. Complete deep cleaning for the carpets listed and upload pictures to provide proof of these corrections.
Sep 14, 20161 Finding1 Important
- The Facility Is Licensed for 167 Children as a CenterBi-annual
The facility is licensed for 167 children as a Center. The census at the time of investigation was 43 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: KHARIA TAYLOR Title: Director Date: 02/24/2025 REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE · The staff member pulled a child by the arm anddropped them onto a mat and forced them back on the mat, threw cover over child’shead and patted back aggressively. Corporate viewed the video and made thedecision to fire the staff. Director statesthat the staff were sent home that day on administrative leave. NAC 520 1. A licensee of a child care facility shall NAC 520 1. retrain staff on classroom supervision 02/10/202 have a staff which is sufficient in number to and child /teacher interactions 5 provide physical care, supervision and 2. corrected on 2/10/25 individual attention to each child and allow 3. Management will be visiting rooms time for interaction between the staff and throughout the day to ensure children are the children to promote the children ' s involved in curriculum act... · During the inspection supervision wassporadic and several classes lacked active interactions with the children. NAC 1. Except as otherwise provided in NAC NAC 1. Hire staff to help with the teacher 02/10/202 5205 432A.290 and 432A.546, a licensee of a 5205 shortage and call outs ( I have hire 3 5 child care center, child care institution, teachers since the visit) accommodation facility, facility for special 2. corrected on 2/1025 events, nursery for infants and toddlers or 3. will do ongoing hiring to make sure we special needs facility shall, between the are fully staffed hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., abide by 4. Kharia Taylor is responsible the following staffing levels in each classroom: Age of Child Required Staff to Child Ratio Group Size Less than 9 months of age 1 caregiver f... 536 B. WING _______________________ 01/16/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY - SIMMONS 4425 SIMMONS ST, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ,89031 ID (EACH DEFI