Northstar Preschool

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
  Inspector's note: At the time of inspection the school age outdoor activity area was observed to be in need of maintenance. A portion of the wooden fence had protruding nails, a large amount of dead insects and bird feces was observed on the concrete and equipment. A dismantled barbecue grill was observed on the patio.as well as 2 water hoses that would be accessible if children were present. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
• Critical Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  Inspector's note: At the time of inspection several classrooms were observed to have cleaning supplies that were accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection by having staff place the supplies out of reach. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
  Inspector's note: It was determined that improper disciplinary methods involving prohibited punishment were used in the discipline of a child. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-07-23.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
  Inspector's note: At the time of inspection there were 6 documented fire drills for 2025 which did recorded evacuation times over 3 minutes. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-12-23.
• Critical Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
  Inspector's note: At the time of inspection one child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have an emergency response plan in their file. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-12-23.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Non-critical Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
  Inspector's note: It was determined that staff did not notify parents of an incident involving a child's minor injury which occurred while in care at the operation. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-09-23.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
  Inspector's note: It was determined that a caregiver used prohibited punishment (grabbing) when disciplining a child. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-09-05.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Critical Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active Play
  Inspector's note: It was determined that a caregiver withheld active play from children as a form of punishment. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-12-04.
• Critical Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
  Inspector's note: It was determined that a caregiver did yell at children while disciplining. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-12-04.
• Critical Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
  Inspector's note: It was determined that there was mold growth at the operation affecting over 3000 sq ft of the facility including floors/walls. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-12-15.
• Critical Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
  Inspector's note: It was determined that a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement or self-control in the discipline of children. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-12-04.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

• Non-critical Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
  Inspector's note: At the time of inspection nap cots were not labeled with child's name or number system. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-01-31.