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124 Bryn Mawr Ave, Bala Cynwyd PA 19004 · License #CER-00247326 · 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 9/17/25 it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not contain an updated fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #5 did not contain the correct combination of health and safety training. Documents presented were Get started with Home-based Revised 2022.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 # 5 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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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During the renewal inspection on 9/17/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include an updated National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) training
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 contained the original agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 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 9/17/25, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #4 did not contain the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)(3) · The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 9/17/23, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not contain an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.22 · 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. The operator shall establish oral or written communication in the language or mode of communication which is understandable to the parent.
During the renewal inspection on 9/16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain the 1-hour health and safety update as required by the CCDBG
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
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, and #5 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 renewal inspection on 9/16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #5 did not include the National sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #2 did not include the application for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certificate as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
During the renewal inspection on 9/16/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health assessment for a young toddler.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 9/16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, and staff person #3 did not include verification of childcare experience.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 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 renewal inspection on 9/16/24, the records of staff person #4 did not have acceptable verification of education for an Aide.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 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 renewal inspection on 9/16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person # 3 did not include two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 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 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 2/14/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the National Sex Offender registry certificate (NSOR) clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #3 did not include the correct PA State Criminal Record clearance for an AGS. The records of staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not include verification of the applications for the National Sex Offender registry certificate as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 2/14/24, it was observed that the Nighthawks and the Buntings classrooms were not in ratio with 12:1 and 13:1 ratio respectively.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the unannounced inspection on 1/31/24, It was reported that during naptime two children were discovered under/behind a table with their pants down by one staff member returning to the classroom. Staff in the classroom at the time was not aware of this until it was pointed out to them.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
Category: supervision. 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. PA 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 renewal inspection on 9/26/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 contained an expired Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Child Abuse clearance. Documents dated 9/20/18 and 9/14/18 respectively.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(a)(1) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.
During the compliant investigation facility person #1 stated that emergency room visit was not reported to OCDEL even though child was enrolled and in care during visit.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.132(a)/3270.132(c) · If emergency medical care is needed for a child, the parent shall be contacted as soon as practical in the best interest of the child. If the parent cannot be reached, the operator shall record in writing the reason emergency care was required and the attempts made to inform the parent. An operator shall document the manner in which emergency treatment was sought and obtained. File documentation shall include information referenced at §3270.20(c) (relating to reporting injury, death or fire).
During the compliant investigation facility person #1 stated that there was no record in writing the reason emergency care was required and the attempts made to inform the parent. It was also stated that there was nothing documenting the manner in which emergency treatment was sought and obtained and no file documenting information referenced at §3270.20(c) (relating to reporting injury, death or fire).
Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.