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Home › PA › Brookhaven › The Educational Express Learning Ctr
Brookhaven PA 19015 · License #CER-00253785 · Home-based · Group Child Care Home
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3280.102(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.
During the renewal inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that the outdoor play space equipment were soiled and needed to be cleaned.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 3/2/2026, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Forms did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 3/2/2026, the files for child #1 and child #2 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the release person's name, address, and telephone number.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Non Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
3280.124(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.
During the renewal inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that the emergency contact information was not present in the childcare space for 4 out of 4 children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(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. Staff #1 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business because she/he does not have all the required clearances or request for clearances.
During the renewal inspection on 10/2/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the file contains a Mandated Reporter Training dated 9/30/20, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 7/14/20, and a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance dated 7/8/20 which is more than 60 months old (Hire date see code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.23(a) · A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.
On June 16, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, access to the facility was not provided. Per staff person #1 the facility has not been consistently open due to staffing issues.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.52(c) · 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 at §3280.52(b).
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were eight children present in the front childcare space with staff person # 1, the youngest child in the space was a one-year-old child. There were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. There were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. The youngest child was a one old child, child # 1. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.61(e) · Measured indoor space excludes space occupied by halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms.
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space sitting at a table. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
On May 15, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, there was bleach, gain dish liquid, drain cleaner, spic and span cleaner and Avistat D spray disinfectant, on the sink in the kitchen area in accessible to the five children siting in the kitchen space. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.113(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.
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. June 16, 2025, no access- unable to verify corrections
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.52(c) · 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 at §3280.52(b).
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were eight children present in the front childcare space with staff person # 1, the youngest child in the space was a one-year-old child. There were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person. There were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1. The youngest child was a one old child, child # 1.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.61(e) · Measured indoor space excludes space occupied by halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms.
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space sitting at a table.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.113(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.
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were five children in the back kitchen space alone without supervision by a staff person.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
On May 15, 2025, during the complaint investigation, at approximately 09:10 am, there were thirteen children at the facility with staff person # 1.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
On May 15, 2025, during the unannounced inspection, there was bleach, gain dish liquid, drain cleaner, spic and span cleaner and Avistat D spray disinfectant, on the sink in the kitchen area in accessible to the five children siting in the kitchen space.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
During an Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 3/19/2025, it was observed that Homeline Disinfectant Spray was on the changing table and Aquaphor and Desitin were in a basket below the changing table and the toxic substances were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.76 · 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.
During an Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 3/19/2025, it was observed that there were tree branches and leaves in the back yard and overturned play equipment that were a safety hazard for the children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
During an Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 3/19/2025, it was observed that there was a child's play chair that was in front of the back door blocking the exit.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.102(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.
During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative observed that a children's loveseat cover was split open in at least three places.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.105(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.
During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative observed that two resting cots were not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 8/7/2024 Certification Representative viewed the files for child #1, and #2 and the emergency contact form did not have health insurance policies listed.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection on 8/7/2024 Certification Representative viewed the file for child #3 and there was no parent signature indicating that provider can perform minor first aid if needed.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · Facility person #2 must be removed from a child care position by the close of business. Effective 12/31/19 provisional hires may not work in a child care position when a waiver approval is not on file.
During renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative viewed the personnel file staff person #2. The file of facility person #2 (see LIS code Sheet for start date), does not contain a completed child abuse, DHS required FBI clearance, and NSOR verification. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required for provisional hiring under the CPSL regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that there was toxics (lysol on counter in kitchen, and Clorox wipes and Febreeze in the dining room), and the toxics were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that there was paint chipping in the bathroom and it was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that a swiffer mop was placed diagonally in front of the back door exit.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.102(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.
During renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023 certification representative observed that the outdoor toys and high chairs were soiled and not clean.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative reviewed child file #s 1-5, and there was no admission date listed for the children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.182(2) · A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative reviewed child file #s 1-5, and there was no admission date listed for the children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.171(a) · The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group childcare facility.
During the renewal inspection dated 8/23/2023, certification representative observed that the operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.