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101 W Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd PA 19004 · License #CER-00241421 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
During the renewal inspection on 5/26/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain fire safety training at least annually.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/26/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain updated emergency contact information and the financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection on 5/26/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain an acceptable Pediatric First aid and CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, a mouse was observed running along the wall in the cafeteria on two separate occasions.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week and did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #4 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not include information on the child's special needs.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and the records of child #5 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released and the records of child #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)(4) · The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #4 did not include an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not contain and updated emergency contact and financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include verification of experience.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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 documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment and Tuberculosis screening and the records of staff person #2 did not include an initial health assessment
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include 2 written nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection on 5/8/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the allocated unannounced inspection on 12/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include training in the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the allocated inspection on 12/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an updated Pediatric First Aid training. Document dated 8/31/2022. The records of staff person #2 did not include pediatric First Aid training
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: ratio. 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& 2 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.
During the allocated inspection on 12/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated Mandated Reporter training. Document dated 8/26/2019. The records of staff person #2 did not include Mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).
During the allocated inspection on 12/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain verification of qualification for a director.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
During the allocated unannounced inspection on 12/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include a health assessment and record of Tuberculosis testing.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring on 12/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1did not contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 6/5/.24, it was observed that there was no file at the facility for child #5.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 6/5/24, it was observed that the emergency contacts and financial agreements for records of child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 were expired. Documents dated 9/18/23, 9/19/239/27/23, and 10/20/23 respectively.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During the renewal inspection on 6/5/24, it was observed that there were no records on file at the facility for staff #1, and staff #2.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 6/5/24, it was observed that the facility's evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During the renewal inspection on 6/5/24, it was observed that the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 3/7/24, in that the Director did not meet the qualifications for Director.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 2/20/24, in that the Director was not present at the facility site during the inspection. Staff person presented did not meet the qualifications for Director.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the unannounced visit on 2/20/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5, staff person #6, and staff person #7, did not include two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
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, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 2/20/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not include the Child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #4 did not include verification of the application for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by CPSL. The records of staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #6, and staff person #7 did not include verification of the application for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).
During the unannounced inspection on 2/20/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include acceptable verification of education for a Director.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
During the unannounced inspection on 2/20/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #6, and staff person #7 did not include a health record and verification of Tuberculosis screening.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During the unannounced inspection on 2/20/24, it was observed that there were no records on site for staff person #8 and staff person #9.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the unannounced visit on 2/20/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #5, staff person #6, and staff person #7 did not include verification of experience prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the unannounced visit on 2/20/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person # 3, and staff person #7 did not include verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 1/11/24 in that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 1/11/24, in that the Director was not present at the facility site during the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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. 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.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 1/11/24, in that the program was not following ratio guidelines with 51 students in attendance to 2 staff persons.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 1/11/24, in that there were no evacuation routes posted.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the inspection on 1/11/24 in that the records of staff person #1 did not include 12 hours of childcare training
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, Staff person #2 was 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 & CPR).
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional within the last year. Training submitted dated 8/31/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, there was no Director on site at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that the classroom was not in ratio with 27 children in care with one staff person in attendance.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that the annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that there were no evacuation routes posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that there was no documentation presented to verify that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(d) · One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.
During the renewal inspection on 12/5/23, it was observed that there was no staff person onsite at the facility competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
At the time of inspection facility person #1, 2, and 3 did not have required 12 hours of annual training.
Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.