Wonder Years Child Development Center
31276 N CORBIN RD, WALKER, LAChildery Rating: 2/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.2 / 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.Not Available
- 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.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects Louisiana's licensing baseline. Louisiana caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:15. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 109
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 15 Toddlers 1:7 21 Preschool 1:15 30
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (7), Abuse Recognition & Reporting (6), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (6). Of 25 total findings, 3 were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 26, 20267 Findings2 Critical5 Important
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.A.&B
Based on record review and interview at 10:30 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 4 of 16 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in infant, child and adult CPR through training approved by the Department. S9âs date of hire is 11/04/2021 and the CPR certification expired on 05/22/2026. S10âs date of hire is 02/13/2024 and the CPR certification expired on 05/22/2026. S11âs date of hire is 08/25/2023 and the CPR certification expired on 05/22/2026. S16âs date of hire is 05/19/2022 and their CPR certification expired on…
- Pediatric First Aid1723.C
Based on record review and interview at 10:30 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 4 of 16 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification Pediatric First Aid through training approved by the Department. S9âs date of hire is 11/04/2021 and the Pediatric First Aid certification expired on 05/22/2026. S10âs date of hire is 02/13/2024 and the Pediatric First Aid certification expired on 05/22/2026. S11âs date of hire is 08/25/2023 and the Pediatric First Aid certification expired on 05/22/2026. S16âs date of hire is 05/19/2022 and the…
- C. – Orientation Training1719.A
C.: Based on record review and interviews at 10 a.m., S1 failed to provide documentation that 3 of 16 staff, completed Mandated Reporter training and received orientation within seven days of the first day present at the center and prior to having sole responsibility for any children. S1 also failed to have documentation that 3 of 16 staff received additional orientation within the first thirty days of date of hire. S1 did not have documentation of training for S12 (First day present 03/24/2026), S13 (First day present 03/23/2026) and S14 (First Day Present 06/24/2024). S1 stated each…
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.F
Based on observations at 10:30 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children, S6, (First Day Present 03/25/2026), S7 (First Day Present: 01/19/2026) and S14 (First Day Present 06/24/2024), and S15 (02/05/2026) failed to have current certification in Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Pediatric First Aid. During the inspection, S6 was observed having sole responsibility for nine 2-year-old children. S1 stated all new staff will have certification in CPR/Pediatric First Aid completed no…
- C. – Medication Management Training1725.A
C.: Medication Management Training - Based on record review and interviews at 10:30 a.m., S1 failed to have at least two staff members trained in medication administration and at least one trained staff member on the premises during the hours of operation. There was no staff on the premises trained in Medication Administration. Corrective Action: Effective 05/26/2026 S1 stated she will schedule at least 2 staff members to be trained in Medication Administration by 06/12/2026, as well as monitor records to ensure that enough staff are trained in Medication Administration to ensure…
- Health Services - Observation1915.A
Based on record review and interviews at 9:30 a.m., S1 failed to ensure all staff document observations when something is observed on a child upon the child arriving to the center. The Specialist requested to review Daily Observation Logs for 05/26/2026 for each classroom and no daily observations had been completed for any children present at the center. S1 stated she did not get a chance to print and pass out new copies of the Daily Observation logs so staff could not complete them for the day. Corrective Action: Effective 05/26/2026, S1 stated she print, copy, and pass out new…
- Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation Planning1921.A
Based on record review and interview at 11 a.m., S1 failed to have a written multi-hazard emergency and evacuation plan to protect children in the event of emergencies that addresses the following: any potential disaster related to the area in which the center is located, include procedures for sheltering in place, lockdown and evacuation to a pre-determined site for potential threats to the safety, health and well-being of children in care, include specific procedures for handling infants through two year olds, specific procedures for handling children with special needs, including…
Apr 27, 20265 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.F
Based on observations at 9 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children, S7, (First Day Present 01/19/2026), and S8 (First Day Present: 03/24/2026) failed to have current certification in Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Pediatric First Aid. During the inspection, S8 was observed alone in a classroom with ten, 2 to 3-year-old children. S1 stated all new staff will have certification in CPR/Pediatric First Aid completed no later than 05/11/2026. Corrective Action: Effective…
- C. – Orientation Training1719.A
C.: Based on record review and interviews at 9 a.m., S1 failed to provide documentation that 3 of 19 staff, completed Mandated Reporter training and received orientation within seven days of the first day present at the center and prior to having sole responsibility for any children. S1 also lacked documentation that 3 of 19 staff received additional orientation within the first thirty days of date of hire. S1 did not have documentation of training for S7 (First day present 01/19/2026), S8, (First day present 03/24/2026) and S18 (First Day Present 03/23/2026). S1 stated each staff…
- C. – Medication Management Training1725.A
C.: Medication Management Training - Based on record review and interviews at 9 a.m., S1 failed to have at least two staff members trained in medication administration and at least one trained staff member on the premises during the hours of operation. S1âs Medication Administration certification expired on 04/23/2025, and S1 stated no other staff is trained in the center. Corrective Action: Effective 04/27/2026 S1 stated she will schedule at least 2 staff members to be trained in Medication Administration by 05/11/2026, as well as monitor records to ensure that enough staff are…
- CCCBC-Based Determinations of Eligibility for Visitors and Contractors1807.C
Based on record review/interview at 9 a.m., S1 failed to maintain a copy of CCCBC-based determination of eligibility for each independent contractor at the center. The Specialist requested to review O1âs CCCBC and there was none on file at the center. S1 stated she had a determination of eligibility letter for O1, but did not print it out from the CCCBC portal could not access it. Corrective Action: Effective 04/27/2026, S1 stated that all independent contractors will retrieve and maintain a current CCCBC eligibility status at all times and the center will obtain a copy of it, and…
- End-of-Day Check1901.C
Based on record review on at 9 a.m., S1 failed to document that the entire center and play yard is checked after the last child departs to ensure that no child is left unattended at the center. Documentation reviewed indicated there was no End of Day Visual Check completed since 04/23/2026. Documentation also showed no End of Day Visual Check was completed on 04/14/2026, and 04/21/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 04/27/2026, S1 stated that the End Of Day Check Visual Check will be completed by S1 each day and that she will continue to monitor it daily to ensure compliance with this…
Mar 10, 20265 Findings5 Important
- C. – Orientation Training1719.A
C.: Based on record review and interviews at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to provide documentation that 2 of 17 staff, completed Mandated Reporter training and received orientation within seven days of the first day present at the center and prior to having sole responsibility for any children. S1 also lacked documentation that 2 of 17 staff received additional orientation within the first thirty days of date of hire. S1 did not have documentation of training for S11 (First day present 01/19/2026), and S12 (First Day Present 11/03/2025). S1 stated each staff will have proof of orientation…
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.A.&B
Based on record review and interview at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 1 of 17 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in infant, child and adult CPR through training approved by the Department. S1 failed to have a current certification in CPR. S1 stated she will schedule a CPR class for herself to attend, and will have the CPR course completed by 03/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 03/10/2026, S1 stated moving forward, she will ensure all staff are trained in CPR at all times and stated trainings will be scheduled at…
- Pediatric First Aid1723.C
Based on record review and interview at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation of 1 of 17 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in Pediatric First Aid through training approved by the Department. S1 failed to have current certification. S1 stated she will schedule a Pediatric First Aid class for herself to attend, and will have the Pediatric First Aid course completed by 03/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 03/10/2026, S1 stated moving forward, she will ensure all staff are trained in Pediatric First Aid at all…
- Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training1727.A.&B
1727.A.&B.: Based on record review/interview at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to ensure all staff members completed the Mandated Reporter training annually. 1 of 17 staff members, S1, failed to have a current copy of the training on file at the center. S1 stated she will have a current copy of her mandated reporter training on file no later than 03/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 03/10/2026, S1 stated all staff will complete the Mandated Reporting Training immediately following their hire date and annually going forward, to ensure compliance with this regulation.
- Outdoor - Enclosed1903.E.5
Outdoor â Enclosed: Based on observation and interviews at 9:00 a.m., S1 failed to ensure the outdoor play space had a permanent fence or other permanent barrier that prevents children from leaving the premises without proper supervision, and prevents contact with animals or unauthorized persons. During a walkthrough of the center, the Specialist observed a pieces of the playground fence broken at the bottom, exposing an open area on the playground. S1 stated she will have the fence repaired by 03/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 03/10/2026, S1 stated that she will survey…
Feb 13, 20264 Findings4 Important
- C. – Orientation Training1719.A
C. â Orientation Training - Based on record review and interviews at 12:30 p.m., S1 failed to provide documentation that 3 of 13 staff, completed Mandated Reporter training and received orientation within seven days of the first day present at the center and prior to having sole responsibility for any children. S1 also lacked documentation that 2 of 13 staff received additional orientation within the first thirty days of date of hire. S1 did not have documentation of training for S9 (First day present 01/19/2026), S12 (First Day Present 07/07/2025), and S14 (First Day Present…
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.A.&B
Based on record review and interview at 12:30 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 1 of 13 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in infant, child and adult CPR through training approved by the Department. S6 failed to have a current certification in CPR. S1 stated she will schedule a CPR class for S6 to attend, and will have the CPR course completed by 02/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 02/13/2026, S1 stated moving forward, she will ensure all staff are trained in CPR at all times and stated trainings will be scheduled at least…
- Pediatric First Aid1723.C
Based on record review and interview at 12:30 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation of 1 of 13 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in Pediatric First Aid through training approved by the Department. S6 failed to have current certification. S1 stated she will schedule a Pediatric First Aid class for herself to attend, and will have the Pediatric First Aid course completed by 02/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 02/13/2026, S1 stated moving forward, she will ensure all staff are trained in Pediatric First Aid at all…
- Outdoor - Enclosed1903.E.5
Outdoor â Enclosed: Based on observation and interviews at 12:30 p.m., S1 failed to ensure the outdoor play space had a permanent fence or other permanent barrier that prevents children from leaving the premises without proper supervision, and prevents contact with animals or unauthorized persons. During a walkthrough of the center, the Specialist observed a piece of the playground fence broken at the bottom, exposing an open area on the playground. S1 stated the fence broke on 02/12/2026, but will have the fence repaired by 02/27/2026. Corrective Action: Effective 02/13/2026, S1…
Jul 14, 20254 Findings4 Important
- C. – Continuing Education Training1721.A
C. Continuing Education Training - Based on record review/interviews at 12:00 p.m., S1 failed to provide documentation that all staff who are left alone with children, or who have supervisory or disciplinary authority over children, have obtained a minimum of 12 clock hours of continuing education per center anniversary year. 13 of 17 staff did not complete the minimum required 12 clock hours for the 2025 anniversary year. Corrective Action: Effective 07/14/2025, S1 stated she will review the list of approved continuing education vendors to register and obtain a minimum of 12 clock…
- CPR and First Aid Certifications1723.A.&B
Based on record review/interview at 12:00 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation that 4 of 17 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in infant, child and adult CPR through training approved by the Department. S11 (DOH 06/24/2024), S15 (DOH 08/12/2024), S16 (DOH 09/03/2024) and S17 (DOH 07/10/2024) failed to have current certification. S1 stated that she will schedule a CPR class for S11, S15, S16 and S17 to attend, and will have her CPR certification completed by 07/25/2025. Corrective Action: Effective…
- Pediatric First Aid1723.C
Based on record review/interviews at 12:00 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation of 4 of 17 staff on the premises and accessible to the children have current certification in infant, child and adult Pediatric First Aid through training approved by the Department. S11 (DOH 06/24/2024), S15 (DOH 08/12/2024), S16 (DOH 09/03/2024) and S17 (DOH 07/10/2024) failed to have current certification. S1 stated that she will schedule a Pediatric First Aid class for S11, S15, S16 and S17 to attend, and will have the certification completed by 07/25/2025. Corrective Action:…
- Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training1727.A.&B
: Based on record review/interview at 12:00 p.m., S1 failed to ensure all staff members completed the Mandated Reporter training annually. 4 of 17 staff members, S5 (DOH 05/05/2023), S8 (DOH 08/25/2023), S11 (DOH 06/24/2024), and S17 (DOH 07/10/2024) did not have current certification. S1 stated each staff member will have proof of Mandated Reporter Training by 07/25/2025. Corrective Action: Effective 07/14/2025, S1 stated all staff will complete the Mandated Reporting Training immediately following their hire date and annually…
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