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Time To Succeed Child Care And Early Learning Ctr
1020 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona PA 16602 · License #CER-00252358 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (814) 946-1972
- drush10719@aol.com
- Website
- www.timetosucceed.org
- Address
- 1020 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona PA 16602 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 104 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff persons #1 and #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #1 and #2, staff persons #1 and #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Continued non-compliance. Previously cited on SIN-00284127. Staff person #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the outdoor play space. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated reporter training and Health and Safety Training. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR, Health and Safety Training, and Mandated Reporter Training.
Corrected by May 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of completing health and safety training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of completing health and safety training on 3/8/26.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2026
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
The file of Staff #2, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2026
- Violation
3270.173(b) · The driver may not be considered part of the staff-child ratio when infant, young or older toddler or preschool children are transported.
On 1/13/26 Staff #4 transported 2 preschoolers without a second staff person needed to meet the requirement of staff-child ratio.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.175(c) · Manufacturers' instructions for use of safety restraints shall be kept in the vehicle at all times.
Certification Staff did not observe manufacturers' instructions for the use of safety restraints in the Honda van used to transport children.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff persons #1, #2, and #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #1, #2, and #3-, staff persons #1, #2, and #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR, Health and Safety Training, and Mandated Reporter Training. Staff person #2 and #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR and Health and Safety Training. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR, Health and Safety Training, and Mandated Reporter Training.
Corrected by Mar 9, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff #1, a provisional hire, lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #1 did not have a NSOR on file at the time of the inspection. Certification Staff observed Staff #1, a provisional hire, working alone in the Infant Room and not in the vicinity of a permanent employee.
Corrected by Jan 21, 2026
- Violation
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Certification Staff observed Staff #1, who was designated as an aide, working alone in the Infant Room and not being supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor. Certification Staff observed Staff #2 and #3, who were designated as aides, working together in the Young Toddler Room and not being supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Certification Staff observed Purell Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the teacher's desk in the School-Age A Room which was accessible to children.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 10/16/25, 11/8/25, 12/8/25, and 1/8/26.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Based on interviews, Staff #1 and #2 transported 7 preschool children in an 8-passenger van. Based on interviews, Staff #1 and #2 indicated they had 6 booster seats so they placed two children in one booster seat with one child positioned in front of the other child.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.175(a) · A child 7 years of age or younger shall be transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems).
Based on interviews, Staff #1 and #2 indicated they transported 7 preschool children but only had 6 booster seats so they placed two children in one booster seat with one child positioned in front of the other child.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The file for child #4 was observed to contain an agreement that lacked to specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Uneaten peperoni slices were observed lying on the floor in the school aged room.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
The sink in the facility's 1's room was observed to lack a handwashing sign.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The facility was observed to have a package of Allegra allergy medication inside a set of plastic drawers on a desk that was accessible to children in the school aged room
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
The facility was observed to have trash cans that are used to collect trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement that lacked plastic-liners.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first-aid kit in the facilities large muscle group space was observed to contain a first-aid kit that lacked disposable nonporous gloves.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
The facility was observed to have tape on the edge of the bookshelves that was partially peeled away, and a yellow table that had loose legs, in the school aged room. In the 2's room, a wooden vanity table was easily tipped, and a wooden table was observed to be unsteady from loose legs.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
A dime was observed lying on the floor in the 1's room. A plastic Walmart bag stuffed full of disposable plastic shopping bags was observed accessible to children in the 2's room.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
The refrigerator in the Group large muscle area was observed to be unclean.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The files for children #4 and #5 were observed to contain an agreement that lacked the signature of the operator and a parent. This was evidenced by the file for child #4 containing an agreement that lacked a parent's Signature, and the file for child #5 lacked an agreement form all together.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The files for children #4 and #5 were observed to contain agreement forms that lacked specifying the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The file for child #4 was observed to contain an agreement that lacked specifying the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #4 was observed to contain an agreement that lacked to specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The files for children #1, #3 and #4 were observed to contain agreement forms that lacked to specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for child #4 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked to include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for children #2 #4 and #5 were observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. This was evidenced by the emergency contact forms for children #2 and #5 lacked the enrolling parent's home phone. The emergency contact form for child #4 contained an emergency contact form that lacked the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The file for child 4 was observed to contain an emergency contact for that lacked to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The files for children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that lacked to include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. This was evidenced by the files for children #1 and #2 contained emergency contacts that lacked to include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. The files for children #3 and #4, were observed to contain emergency contact forms that lacked to include health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
Corrected by Jan 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The files for children #4 and #5 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that lacked to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.135(c) · The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.
Two Sinks in the facility, one in the 2's room and the other in the infant room were observed to have hand washing signs, hand soap, and towels for drying hands as well as clean and soiled food containers (baby bottles, Tupperware) and eating utensils being washed and stored at the hand washing sink.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.172(a) · Transportation by the facility requires written parental consent, except for transportation of school-age children who are transported to or from a child care facility in vehicles owned or operated by the school district.
The Toyota Sienna was observed to contain emergency contact forms for children #5, #6 and #7 that lacked written parental consent for transportation.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The files for staff persons #1 and #2 were observed to lack documentation of obtaining a minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training during 2024.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The files for children #1, #3 and #5 were observed to lack an initial health report obtained no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. This was evidenced by the files for children #1 and #3 were observed to lack a health report, the file for child #5 contained a health report that lacked a MD/CRNP/PA signature.
Corrected by Feb 15, 2026
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety training.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
Staff #2, #3, and #5 lacked renewal of their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff #2 completed pediatric first aid and CPR on 1/24/23 with an expiration date of 1/25, and a renewal completed on 5/9/25. Staff #3 completed pediatric first aid and CPR on 9/23/22 with an expiration date of 9/24, and a renewal completed on 10/22/24. Staff #5 completed pediatric first aid and CPR on 7/26/22 with an expiration date of 7/24, and a renewal completed on 8/22/24.
Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing health and safety training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of completing health and safety training on 11/6/23.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #4, staff persons #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training. Staff person #4 has documentation of completing Health and Safety Training on 9/11/16.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Observed a rest cot in the 1-year-old room with less than 2 feet on three sides when the rest equipment was in use. Observed a rest cot with approximately 2 inches on one side and approximately 1 foot on another side.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation that fire drills were conducted on 12/16/24, 1/31/25, 2/7/25, 3/6/25, 4/10/25, 5/7/25, and 7/7/25.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure a written record was maintained on file at the facility indicating the hypothetical location of the fire and the names of the facility persons who participated in the fire drill.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
Observed rest cots, toys, a filing cabinet, and children's chairs obstructing the door leading outside in the small room between the 1-year-old room and preschool room.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Observed a hole in the wall beside the entrance door to the infant room. Observed a ceiling vent in the kitchen which needed to be cleaned.
Corrected by Sep 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the infant and in the young toddler rooms.
Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
Observed an infant sleeping in a swing and not in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
Observed a container of pasta and meat sauce was on a cart in the kitchen and had not been refrigerated after it had been served for lunch.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
Observed mouse droppings and other evidence of mouse infestation (holes chewed into boxes) in the kitchen and kitchen storage area of the facility. In the course of the investigation staff stated the facility has a mouse issue and has been bringing in an exterminator to try to solve the problem.
Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Based on information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was determined that the young toddler teacher would leave the room and go next door into the older toddler room to obtain needed items which were stored in the older toddler refrigerator.
Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
Observed child #1, an infant sleeping in a swing. Therefore, not in the supine position as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Corrected by Mar 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.
Observed insufficient lighting for staff #1 to properly supervise the children during nap time in the older toddler room
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
Staff #1 had children #1 and #2 restrained on their cots during nap time due to the fact the children were covered with a blanket from above their heads, with their faces covered to below their feet. Then the blankets were tucked under each leg of the rest cot thereby restricting children's movements and enclosing the children in a confined space. Therefore, prohibiting the children to freely move their arms and legs.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(d)/3270.172(c) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion. Written parental consent for transportation and written parental instructions regarding treatment of a child's problem or special need that may require care during transportation shall be given to the operator or attendant of a vehicle transporting the child.
There was not a copy of consent to transport in the facility vehicle at the time children #1, #2, and #3 were transported to their elementary school.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The facility was observed to be providing a letter to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures, however this letter failed to provide information of the emergency procedures regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
An outlet in the infant room by the phone, an outlet in the 1-year-old room reading center, and an extension cord in the big room in the front of the facility were observed to lack protective receptacle covers.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Two 8oz mint green Behr paint samples and a container of Members Mark disinfecting wipes were observed to be being stored in the unlocked and accessible to children counter built over the tub shower in the infant room.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.75(c)/3270.178 · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
The first-aid kit in the 2015 Toyota Sienna was observed to lack soap.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
The facility was observed to have a training "potty" chair in the 2-year-old bathroom that lacked a hand washing sign posted.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
A plastic bin used to store magna tiles in the Pre-school room was observed to have a cracked/broken rim, a doll house in the front right room was observed to be broken, and the round Lego table's green piece was observed to be broken.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The file for children #1 and #2 were observed to lack an updated Department's approved form (Child Service Report) to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided every 6 months. As evidenced by Child Service Reports dated 07/28/2023 and 11/1/2024 present in the file of child #1, and child service reports dated 07/31/2023 and 10/1/2024 present in the file of child #2.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file for child #2, a preschool aged child was observed to lack an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. This was evidenced by the only health assessment present in the file is dated 02/28/2023.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
A sippy cup that lacked a label with a child's name was observed in the infant room.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility was observed to lack documentation of an emergency drill being conducted annually.
Corrected by Jan 24, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.191 · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). An individual record is required for each facility person.
The facility was observed to lack a file for facility person #3 which contained at least current and valid DHS clearances, CPR certification, Health Assessment/TB, mandated reporter training, Emergency Plan training, and 2 written references.
Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
****2nd citation previously cited on 5/10/24. 0n 6/5/2024 Staff persons #1 and #2 were observed caring for 7 infants in the facility's infant room. Staff person #1 identified 4 infants, and staff person #2 identified 2 infants, leaving child #1 unassigned to a staff person for supervision. On 7/1/24 at approximately 11:00 a.m., Staff person #5 unsuccessfully named the children for whom they were responsible due to the fact she named children for whom Staff Person #6 had already identified. Additionally, Staff person #5 identified a female child as Child #2, however, Staff Person #6 stated that was not Child #2, it was Child #3.
Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.52/3270.113(a) · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
****2nd Citation previously cited on 5/10/2024, On 7/1/24 at 10:45 a.m., Staff person #4 was observed in the outdoor play space with 8 children: 3 were young toddlers and 5 were older toddlers. Therefore, staff person #4 was over ratio.
Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
Based on conversation with staff #1, which took place on 5-10-24, they failed to complete an incident report for an incident that occurred the week of April 29, 2024.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
On 5-10-24 at approximately 10:00 a.m., CR arrived at the facility. CR observed staff person Staff #2 in ratio in the front space on the right-hand side from the main entrance. Staff #2 named 7 children in her group: 2 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers, and 1 preschool aged child. Therefore, she as out of ratio from approximately 10:00 to 10:10 until staff #3 returned to the child care space. At 10:06, CR assessed ratio and supervision in the back middle child care space where staff #4 was observed to have 7 children: 1 young toddler, 5 older toddlers, and 1 preschool aged child. Staff #4 was observed to be out of ratio by the CR from 10:06 to 10:08. At 10:06 CR observed the preschool space located in the back right-hand side of the building from the main entrance where staff #5 named 11 children, all preschool aged. Therefore, she was observed out of ratio from 10:06 to 10:15 until staff #7 arrived for her shift.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
On 5-10-24 at approximately 10:00 a.m., CR Jessica Mento arrived at the facility. CR observed staff person Staff #2 in ratio in the front space on the right-hand side from the main entrance. Staff #2 named 7 children in her group: 2 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers, and 1 preschool aged child. Therefore, she was out of ratio from approximately 10:00 to 10:10 until staff #3 returned to the child care space. At 10:06, CR assessed ratio and supervision in the back middle child care space where staff #4 was observed to have 7 children: 1 young toddler, 5 older toddlers, and 1 preschool aged child. Staff #4 was observed to be out of ratio by the CR from 10:06 to 10:08. At 10:06 CR observed the preschool space located in the back right-hand side of the building from the main entrance where staff #5 named 11 children, all preschool aged. Therefore, she was observed out of ratio from 10:06 to 10:15 until staff #7 arrived for her shift.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Toilet bolt covers were observed to be missing from the toilets in the preschool and young toddler rooms.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for Staff person #2 (DOH) 8/17/23 was observed not to have documentation of Health and Safety training being completed within the staff persons 90 days of hire. This is evidenced by the Health and Safety training being completed on 12/12/2023.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Several cleaning materials marked "Keep out of Reach of Children" were observed in the facility preschool, Old Toddler and Young Toddler bathrooms accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
Tweezers were observed to be missing from the infant room first-aid kit. Tape was observed to be missing from the young toddlers' room first-aid kit.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
The bottom of the blue peg board wall in the Older two-year-old room was observed to have peeling paint.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.78 · Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light.
The bathroom light in the Young Toddler Room was observed to not be working.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In the school-age room, a blue cubby and a wooden shelf were observed to be chipped and splintering causing rough edges.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
On the day of inspection, the refrigerator in the school-age area was observed to have a faulty thermometer.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 4 was observed not to contain the address and telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form on file for child #2 was observed not to contain the work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 was observed not to contain information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 and child #2 was observed not to contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 was observed not to contain the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
The emergency contact information for Child #5 was observed not to be present in the child care space in which the child was receiving care.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for Child #3 was observed not to have updated health reports. This is evidenced by the child's DOB:10/2/2022 and enrollment date of 11/28/22. There is only documentation of the initial health report on 11/23/22.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The most up to date health assessment on file for staff person #1 was observed to be greater than 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessment being dated 5/12/21 and 10/6/23.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
The emergency contact form on file for child# 1 was observed not to contain written parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)(3) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for Child # 2 was observed not to contain and initial health assessment.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #4 must be supervised by a (AGS, primary staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Pediatric First Aid/CPR)
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for Staff Person #1, and staff person #2 was observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3 will have until 8/23/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training Pediatric First Aid/CPR within 90 days of their date of hire 3/9/23 (see LIS code sheet)
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
It was observed on the date of inspection an infant was placed in a crib that was not labeled for that specific child.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
It was observed on day of inspection a four-month-old infant sleeping in a bouncy chair with their head tilted into the side of the chair.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings is completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, primary staff person, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter; Pediatric first-aid/CPR training; CCDBG health and safety professional development,
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person #1 shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 2/24/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of hire (See LIS code Sheet); Reporter; Pediatric first-aid/CPR training; CCDBG health and safety professional development,
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
It was observed in the toddler room a set of cardboard barn stacking blocks that were torn and broken.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
It was observed that cribs and sleep cots in the infant and toddler room were not labeled for use of a specific child.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for Child #3 and Child #4 were observed not to contain documentation of an agreement form.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for child #6 was observed not to contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form on file for child #2 and child #3 were observed not to contain information on the child's disability.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 and child #6 was observed not to contain health insurance policy numbers for the children under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Corrected by Feb 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form on file for Child # 6 was observed not to contain health insurance coverage.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The health report on file for child #3 and child #5 did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccine being administered within the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected by Feb 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.175(a) · A child 7 years of age or younger shall be transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems).
It was observed in the facilities vehicle, that the child's passenger restraint systems were expired and not being used as designated by the manufacturer of the system.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form on file for Child # 6 was observed not to contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #6 was observed not to contain signed parental consent for transportation.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file for child # 6 was observed not to contain documentation of a health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. This is evidenced by the date of enrollment being 08/23/22.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.
It was observed during nap time in the preschool room and the young toddler room that children were placed in areas that made it unable for staff to see, hear, direct, and assess the children.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2023
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 31, 2026 inspection noted: “Continued non-compliance. Previously cited on SIN-00284127. Staff person #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the outdoor play spa…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 21, 2026 inspection noted: “On 1/13/26 Staff #4 transported 2 preschoolers without a second staff person needed to meet the requirement of staff-child ratio.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 21, 2026 inspection noted: “Based on interviews, Staff #1 and #2 transported 7 preschool children in an 8-passenger van. Based on interviews, Staff #1 and #2 indicated they had 6 booster…” — what has changed since then?
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