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129 Argyle Rd, Ardmore PA 19003 · License #CER-00253972 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.63/3270.77(a) · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
The Picnic bench in the outdoor play space of the facility had several areas of peeling paint and exposed splinted wood.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
At the time of the inspection on the third floor in the older toddler room there were two electrical outlets lacking protective receptacle covers
Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(f) · Dust and debris generated by paint removal shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.
At the time of the inspection the hallway on the second floor had work materials left behind from a construction project in from of the emergency exit.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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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.
At the time of the inspection on the second floor of the facility, in room 2, there was bleach being stored under the sink in a cabinet with no working child proof locking mechanism.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
At the time of the inspection in the infant room there were at least 6 cribs and two of them contained sleeping children and those occupied cribs did have 2 feet of space, however it was only on one of the sides.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
At the time of the inspection two of the refrigerators at the facility were reading a temperature of at least 60 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
At the time of the inspection the records of children #1, #2, #3 had not been updated in over 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
At the time of the inspection the ramp leading up to the entrance of the shed in the outdoor play area was splintering, unstable and losing its integrity.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
At the time of the inspection the diaper changing mat in the infant room was torn and had exposed and accessible filling.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. 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.
On 4/4/23, at approximately 11:15am, Staff #1 was observed out of ratio with 8 one year old children Young Toddler Room while Staff #2 left the room to use the restroom.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 7, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.64/3270.76 · Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards. 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.
On 3/7/23, at time of renewal, dead leaves and debris were observed on the steps outside back steps leading to the facility's lower level.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, exposed hot water pipes were observed accessible to children in the second-floor bathroom. (The pipes were hot to the touch)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
On 3/7/23, at time of insepction, the window guard preventing the windows on the second floor to open more than 6" were not engaged on windows located in Room 2. (Three windows opened more than 10". )
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
On 3/7/23, at the time of inspection, first aid kits were observed accessible to children in the YT Room, Room #2, the OT Room and the 1st Floor PS Room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h)/3270.82(i) · 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. A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, handwashing signs were not observed in the the Upper-Level Preschool Bathroom (back facility) and the Older Toddler bathroom and diapering areas. Additionally, lidded waste receptacles were not observed by the diapering station located in the Infant Room and Older Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, the outdoor embedded equipment located on the PS/School Age play space did not have the required loose fill (mulch) that meets the recommendations of the USCPSC.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, an annual emergency drill was not conducted at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, documentation that the facility's updated emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) · 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. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
On Oct 13, 2022 at approximately 12:15pm, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed out of ratio with 12 children in the YT Room (one year old).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the home and work address/work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the policy number of the health insurance coverage.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the addresses of the designated release persons to whom Child #1 may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d)/3270.178 · 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. 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.
On 10/13/22, at approximately 12:15am, Staff #3 was observed with 4 Kindergarten children getting into the school van to be transported to PM Kindergarten session. A first aid kit was not observed in the school van. Additionally, emergency contact information was not present in the van for the children being transported to school.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 10/13/22, during the inspection, Child #1 had a seizure in the childcare space resulting in emergency medical care and being transported by ambulance to the hospital. Emergency contact information did not contain signed consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid procedures by the facility. (Child #1 parent was notified and gave consent verbally on the telephone)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
On 10/13/22, Room #7 located on the 1st floor of the Main Building has a child care capacity of 8 children. At the time of inspection, there were 12 children present in Room #7. Additionally, the classroom located on the 1st floor of the back building has a child care capacity of 11 children. There were 19 preschool children present in the child care space during the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
On 10/13/22, Staff #1 and Staff #2 acknowledged that Child #1 is afraid of the "baby room" which is located in the basement of the main carriage house. The "baby room" is an Older Toddler Room. Staff #1 and Staff #2 stated that in order to get Child #1 to listen and knowing that the it upsets Child #1, threats are made to Child #1 to be taken to the "baby room."
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.62(c)/3270.63 · Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity. If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.
On 8/25/22, two dead trees, with large dead branches hanging over play space, were observed in the middle of the preschool/school age outdoor play space. Staff #1 acknowledged that a local tree company determined the two trees are dead and the facility received an estimate to remove them from the play space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain documented training of the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.
On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not have completed Pa Criminal Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance or FBI Clearance required by CPSL. A signed disclosure statement was not observed in Staff #1 file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. 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.
On 8/25/22, at approximately 10:45am, Staff #1 Staff #2 and Staff #3 were observed out of ratio with 20 children (youngest were 2 yrs old). Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed out of ratio with 11 Young Toddlers. Staff #6 was out of ratio with 13 Preschool children. Additionally, children on the play space were observed going into the classroom unsupervised by a staff person to use the classroom restroom. (Bathroom located on the main floor of back building)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/26/22, hand lotion, sunscreen and hand sanitizer all instructing to keep out of reach of children were observed accessible to children in the School Age room located on the second floor of main building.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/25/22, certification representative observed 50 children on the outside play space. Emergency contact information was not present with the children receiving care in the play space.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain initial health assessment, including results of TB testing to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 23, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
On 8/26/22, potentially hazardous food observed in lunch boxes located on the 1st and 2nd floor of the back building were not refrigerated.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61/3270.61(h) · Measurement and use of inodoor child care spaceThe capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
On 8/25/22, Staff #9 and Staff #10 were observed with 19 school age children in Room #1. Room #1 has a measured capacity of 8 children. Staff #7 and Staff #8 were observed with 18 PK children on the second floor of the back building. The second floor back building has a measured capacity of 12 children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 3/17/22, the file belonging to Staff #1(hired 4/1/21) did not contain a completed NSOR clearance as required by CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
On 3/17/22, the file belonging to Staff #1(hired 4/1/21) did not contain verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 3/17/22, hand sanitizer was observed accessible to children on the second floor (main building) preschool room and on the first floor of the preschool back building. Toilet bowl cleaner was observed in an unlocked sink cabinet accessible to children in the PK room (second floor back building). A unlocked utility closet containing toxins and hazards was observed in the downstairs OT room (main building).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 3/17/22, the counter, window sill and sink area in the back part of the OT room were dirty.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
On 3/17/22, during renewal inspection, a ladder and packages of lightbulbs were observed in the second floor back stairwell landing, obstructing the means of egress in case of an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 3/17/22, ten children were observed receiving care in the PK room located on the second floor of the back building. Staff #2 stated that emergency contact information was not present in the PK room where children were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
On 3/17/22, medication belonging to Staff #2 was observed on a shelf accessible to children in the lower level back building.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.