Pembroke Pee Wees

3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, uncovered outlets in a live power strip were observed on the counter in the lunch room where they were accessible to the children. Staff stated that all children with the exception of infants eat in the lunch room. Four uncovered outlets were observed in the room the farthest to the left where they were accessible to the preschool children who receive care in the room.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the first room on the left did not contain gauze.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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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 renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the fencing at the entrance to the facility.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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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 renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, plastic bags were observed in a floor level cabinet and in children's cubbies in the first room on the left where they were accessible to the toddlers in care who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, emergency contact forms for two children were not present in the second room to the left, where the two children were receiving care.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The health assessment for Staff Person #1 was not updated within 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessments on file being dated 12/18/23 and 3/4/26.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not include two written, nonfamily letters of reference.

Corrected by Apr 14, 2026

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/7/26. At that time, the thirty day testing log of the fire detection system was reviewed. The testing log showed that the system had not been tested every thirty days with the testing dates of 12/29/25 and not again until 2/20/26, 53 days between testing.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2026

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3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that children are placed in time out for up to 60 minutes by Staff Person #1. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Corrected by Sep 19, 2025

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3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. TIERED LIS 1. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must create a discipline policy. This policy must specifically include positives strategies for guiding children's behavior. The discipline policy must include what to do if a staff person observes another staff person not following the discipline policy. The legal entity must receive approval of the policy from the Regional Office. Once approved by the Regional Office, the legal entity must review policy with all current staff and have staff sign off that they understand and will follow the discipline policy. All new staff hired must review the discipline policy with the director at their time of hire and must sign off that they understand and will follow the discipline policy. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the discipline policy will be reviewed with all staff.

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 spanked their own child, Child #2, while saying "I told you I'd hit you if you didn't stop." This occurred at the child care center while the child was in care. Staff Person #1 has yelled aggressively at the children, "Go eat your food" "I'm gonna beat your ass." "I'm not going to deal with your cranky shit today." Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 have been seen grabbing children by the biceps, slamming them down into chairs. Staff Person #2 was heard telling a child "I'm going to pull your hair, I'm not playing with you," followed by the child yelling "ow." Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Corrected by Oct 16, 2025

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3270.113(c)/3270.162(d) · 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. A child may not be forced to eat food.

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that the following has occurred at the child care center: Staff Person #1 has been heard saying "Eat your food. I'm not having an argument, you can sit in time out all day." Staff Person #1 has kept children in time out for up to 60 minutes for not eating their food and drinking their milk. Staff Person #1 was terminated from employment on 9/18/25.

Corrected by Sep 19, 2025

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3270.135(e) · A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.

A complaint investigation was conducted on 9/23/25. Through interviews, it was found that Child #4 had been left in a soiled diaper on more than once occasion. The soiled diaper was discovered by the parent when picking up the child to go home for the day.

Corrected by Sep 19, 2025

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the address of the release person.

Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

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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. Staff person #1 must complete PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the preservice training for all staff was reviewed. Staff person #1 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center Based Care (10 hour) training but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.

Corrected by May 2, 2025

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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.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, a hole was observed in the wall under the chalkboard upstairs. The molding under the door of the middle school age room was cracked with a nail sticking out. A broken board with sharp screws was observed on the school age playground.

Corrected by May 2, 2025

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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 renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the fencing of the school age playground, the young school age playground, the preschool playground, and the toddler playground. A basketball hoop was observed on the young school age playground. The weighted portion of the basketball hoop contained green, standing water. The spaceship climber on the toddler playground was observed to be cracked on the slide posing a pinch hazard. Small debris was trapped underneath the mats on the toddler playground where the play equipment was located. The debris caused the mats to be uneven, posing a tripping hazard to the toddlers.

Corrected by May 9, 2025

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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 renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, plastic bags and diapers in plastic sleeves were oberved in floor level cabinets in the older toddler room.

Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

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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).

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the facility was using Learning Beyond Paper to complete assessments on the children. Learning Beyond Paper is not an approved assessment through OCDEL.

Corrected by May 8, 2025

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3270.175(a)/3270.175(c) · 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). Manufacturers' instructions for use of safety restraints shall be kept in the vehicle at all times.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the Harmony booster seats in the facility vans stated that use should be discontinued after 2022. The instruction manuals for the booster seats was not found in either van.

Corrected by May 9, 2025

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3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

A renewal inspection was conducted 4/25/25. At that time, the fire drill log was reviewed. Fire drill were conducted on the following dates: 5/1/24, 7/1/24, 8/1/24, 8/28/24, 10/23/24, 12/17/24, 2/27/25, 4/2/25. Fire drills had not been conducted within 60 days on two occasions.

Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 staff # 1 did not have a child abuse clearance on file at time of hire. Facility staff # 1 had a child abuse clearance on 1/18/24.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

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3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

There were two unlabeled bottles in the infant classroom filled with liquids.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2024

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3270.131(e)(2)(i) · Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Child # 1 does not have proof of the influenza vaccination on the immunization list provided nor do they have a letter from a parent or guardian for an exemption from the immunization for religious beliefs or a strong personal objection.

Corrected by Apr 27, 2023

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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 school aged 1 classroom first aid kit has no gloves.

Corrected by Apr 27, 2022

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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.

Two ceiling tiles in the School aged 1 classroom are cracked.

Corrected by Apr 26, 2022

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3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

The infant room bucket seat table has no straps on the 3 bucket seats and 1 was being used at the time with an infant.

Corrected by Apr 26, 2022

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3270.131(e)(2)(i) · Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Child # 1 has not had the influenza shot since 4/20/18 and does not have an exemption for religious belief or strong personal objection written by a parent or a guardian. Child # 2 has not had the influenza shot since 1/5/17 and does not have an exemption for religious belief or strong personal objection written by a parent or a guardian.

Corrected by Apr 26, 2022

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3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

The diapering can in the infant room is not hands free and lidded.

Corrected by Apr 26, 2022

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3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

The emergency plan does not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, or children with medical conditions.

Corrected by Apr 26, 2022

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