Fontainebleau Children’s Academy Baton Rouge

Critical Incidents and Required Notification

Rule 1103-A-E.

Microwave Ovens, Bottle Warming Devices, Crock Pots

“1901.I.:Based on record review and observation, on 08/21/2026 at 10:00 a.m., S3 failed to keep bottle warming devices in areas inaccessible to children. On 08/18/2026, a bottle warmer filled with hot water was pulled down by C1, 11 months old, causing it to spill on C1 and C2, 1 year old, burning them.”

Rule 1901.I.

Strings and Cords

“1901.M.: Based on observations, record review, and interview, on 08/21/2026, at 10:00 a.m. S1 failed to keep strings and cords inaccessible to children under age 4. On 08/18/2026, a bottle warmer cord was accessible to C1, 11 months old, as he was able to reach the bottle warmer cord behind the refrigerator and pull it over causing the water to spill out and burn himself and C2, 1 years-old.”

Rule 1901.M.

Daily Attendance Records - Children

Rule 1507.A. From a complaint.

Items That Can be Harmful to Children

Rule 1901.J.&K. From a complaint.

Strings and Cords

“1901.M.: Based on observations at 8:59 a.m., S1 failed to ensure that all strings and cords were inaccessible to children. The Specialist observed a multi-plug outlet with cords for a radio and Ipad plugged in, accessible to children, in the 2 to 3-year-old classroom. Before the Specialist departed the center, all accessible cords were removed in the classroom.”

Rule 1901.M. From a complaint.

Room Capacity

“1903.D.5.: Based on observations at 9 a.m., S1 failed to ensure that the maximum number of children in care at one time, whether on or off the premises, shall not exceed the capacity as specified on the current license. The Specialist observed thirteen 2 to 3-year-olds in a classroom with a room capacity of 11 children. The Specialist also observed twenty-five, 3 to 9-year-olds in a classroom with a room capacity of 20 children.”

Rule 1903.D.5. From a complaint.

Behavior Management Policy

Rule 1509.A.8.a.&b. From a complaint.

Electronic Devices Policy

“1509.A.9.: Based on record review, on 5/6/2026 at approximately 11:30 a.m., S13 failed to follow the Electronic Devices Policy. On 4/21/2026 at 10:01 a.m., S13 was observed on center’s video sitting in a chair watching and scrolling on a cellphone while one, one-year-old child sat on her lap also viewing the contents displayed on the cellphone.”

Rule 1509.A.9. From a complaint.

Supervision Participation

Rule 1713.E.&F. From a complaint.

Play Yard Supervision

“1713.H.: Based on observations, on 5/6/2026 at approximately 9:15 a.m., S5 failed to ensure children were under supervision at all times. Upon entering the playground area, the Specialist observed 15 four to five-year-old children playing on the playground without a staff member present and supervising the group. Approximately two minutes later, S5 was observed peeking from the side of the building, making contact with the Specialist, and then assuming supervision of the children on the playground.”

Rule 1713.H. From a complaint.

Independent Contractors Records

“1717.A.: Based on record review at 9 a.m., S1 failed to have the following documentation on file for O5, observed in a one-year-old classroom, engaging with a child. The center did not have documentation of the following on file: CCCBC, copy of identification, information form which includes person’s name, address, phone number, and list of duties performed while at the center. There was no staff accompanying O5 during the visit.”

Rule 1717.A. From a complaint.

Strings and Cords

“1901.M.: Based on observations, on 5/6/2026 at 9:10 a.m., S1 failed to ensure strings and cords were inaccessible to children under age 4. During the walkthrough of the center, the Specialist observed cords hanging down the wall and on the floor of a one-year-old classroom.”

Rule 1901.M. From a complaint.

Free of Hazards

“1903.C.: Based on observations, on 5/6/2026 at 9:30 a.m., S1 failed to ensure outdoor area was free of hazards. During the walkthrough of the outdoor area, the Specialist observed one wooden table with two broken legs leaning against the building, sharp broken wooden pieces and exposed nails.”

Rule 1903.C. From a complaint.

Health Services - Parental Notification

“1915.B.&C.: Based on record review/interview on 5/6/2026 at 4 p.m., S1 failed to have documentation of immediate notification to the parent when the following occurred to a child: On 3/12/2026, at 6:40 a.m., C2, one-year-old, fell and hit her head on a table. The parents were not notified of the incident.”

Rule 1915.B.&C. From a complaint.

Food Service and Nutrition - Reasonable Time and Food Served

“1919.D.4.: Based on record review, on 5/6/2026 food was not given to children as appropriate on the following day: On 4/21/2026 at approximately 12:00 p.m., S15 failed to ensure children’s food was served on individual plates or paper towels, as appropriate. At 1:00 p.m., snacks was observed on center’s video, placed directly on the carpet and were not served on plates or paper towels.”

Rule 1919-D.3.&4. From a complaint.

Bottled Formula/Breast Milk Properly Labeled

“1919.J. Based on observations on 5/6/2026 at 9 a.m., S4 failed to have bottle formula labeled with the child’s name. The Specialist observed 1 seven-month-old infant without labeled bottles. The Specialist informed S4 bottles should be labeled for all children.”

Rule 1919.J. From a complaint.

Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training

“1727.A.B.: Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training: Based on record review/interview at 1:00 p.m., S1 failed to ensure all staff members completed the Mandated Reporter training annually. 1 of 11 staff members, S8 did not have current certification and expired on 07/25/2025. S1 stated each staff member will have proof of Mandated Reporter Training by 08/22/2025.”

Rule 1727.A.-C.

CPR and First Aid Certifications

“1723.F.: CPR and First Aid Certifications: Based on record review and interview on 03/10/2025, at 11:00 a.m., S1, Director, failed to have documentation that within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children, S6 (DOH 02/17/2025) failed to have current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR. During the walkthrough of the center, the Specialist observed S6 alone in the classroom with 7 One-year-olds. S1 immediately put S5, Floater, in the classroom with S6.”

Rule 1723.F.

Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training

“1727.A.B.: Child Neglect and Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training: Based on record review/interview at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to ensure all staff members completed the Mandated Reporter within seven calendar days of being present at the center, and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children. S6 (DOH 02/17/2025) did not have current certification.”

Rule 1727.A.-C.

Tornado Drills

“1921.E.: Tornado Drills: Based on record review/interview at 11:00 a.m., S1 failed to have documentation of tornado drills that were conducted at least once per month during the months of March, April, May, and June. The Specialist observed there was no documentation that tornado drills had been conducted within the 2024 licensing year.”

Rule 1921.E.