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St Johns Catholic Preschool
120 Abington Dr, Canonsburg PA 15317 · License #CER-00250669 · Child Care Center
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- 120 Abington Dr, Canonsburg PA 15317 · Directions
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- 1-Star quality rating
- Does not accept Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 80 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
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: Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 included child abuse clearances which were obtained for volunteer purposes and are therefore invalid for employment purposes.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The two most recent Mandated Reporter trainings for Staff Person #2 are dated 5/27/2016 and 8/31/2021, which is more than 60 months apart.
Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
- Violation
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.
In the Green Room, a package of Members Mark wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed on a table under the window, which was within reach of the children in the room.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
In the area across from the Large Group Play space, a large metal cabinet was being used to store craft supplies for the children's use. In that cabinet, two Bingo daubers labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed to be mixed in with child-safe non-toxic craft daubers.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
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.
In the storage area at the back of the Sensory Room, the following was observed: one ceiling tile was removed, exposing plumbing; an adjacent ceiling tile had evidence of a water stain.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the Blue Room on the front wall, a small area of damaged plaster was observed under the vent.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
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.
In the Purple Room, a "Critter Clinic" toy was observed on the shelf near the number carpet. The metal hinge of the "Critter Clinic" was protruding from the toy by approximately two inches, creating a sharp edge and potential hazard to children.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
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.
The Emergency Contact information for both Child #1 and Child #3 included incomplete contact information for their designated release person(s). Specifically, the city and state were not included.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The immunization record of Child #2 lacked the following immunizations: one (1) dose of DTAP, one (1) dose of MMR and the second dose of Hepatitis A with no Exemption in file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The health assessment for Staff Person #3 does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #1 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS data sheet) lacked a state police clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous state police clearance. The state police clearances in the file are dated 2/12/18 and 2/15/23. The file for staff person #2 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS data sheet) lacked a child abuse clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous child abuse clearance. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 5/31/19 and 8/19/24.
Corrected by Feb 6, 2025
- Violation
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.
The file for child #1 lacked an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief written, signed, and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian.
Corrected by Feb 6, 2025
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file for child # 1 a preschooler lacked an updated Health Report. The previous report is dated. 11/1/22.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(1) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.
There were 2 EPI-pen without the original container in the blue room for child # 4 .
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a prescription medication, Auvi-Q and for the nonprescription medication Benadryl for child #6.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
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.
The facility policy to identify the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment lacked the Child Maltreatment statement.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There were 2 uncovered outlets in the gross motor room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the back wall in the blue room. There was peeling paint on the wall by the entry door in the yellow room.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
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.
There was a white shelf with exposed splinters in the yellow room. There was a gross motor cart with 2 holes on the net.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file for child # 2 contained a current health report that was provided after 60 days. The child was in care longer than 60 days without initial health report. The file for child # 4 contained a current health report that was provided after 60 days. The child was in care longer that 60 days without initial health report. The file for child # 5 contained a current health report that was provided after 60 days. The child was in care longer that 60 days without initial health report.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
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.
The files for Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6 contained Pediatric First-Aid/CPR on 5.22.20 and 8.20.22, which exceeded the expiration of the previous certification.
Corrected by Aug 20, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for Staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet), completed the Health and Safety training on 10.29.21, which exceeded the 90-day requirement. The file for Staff #2 (See IS Code Sheet), completed the Health and Safety training on 10.24.21, which exceeded the 90-day requirement. The file for Staff #3 (See IS Code Sheet), completed the Health and Safety training on 11.6.21, which exceeded the 90-day requirement. The file for Staff #6 (See IS Code Sheet), completed the Health and Safety training on 10.30.21, which exceeded the 90-day requirement. The file for Staff #7 (See IS Code Sheet), completed the Health and Safety training on 11.7.21, which exceeded the 90-day requirement.
Corrected by Nov 7, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for Staff #6 contained Mandated Reporter training on 5.27.16 and 8.31.21, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement.
Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained an NSOR Certificate dated 9.11.20, with an application dated 9.10.20. The files for Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6 contained NSOR Certificates dated 9.11.20, which were to be obtained by 7.1.20.
Corrected by Nov 7, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The Agreement, in the file for Child #1, did not contain the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(b) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Information in a child's record shall be kept current by the operator.
Updated Health Assessments were not located in the files for Child #3 and Child #4, as the most recent Health Assessment for Child #3 was dated 9.27.21, and the most recent Health Assessment for Child #4 was dated 12.22.21.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.182(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The Immunization Record, in the file for Child #1, did not contain written verification of updated vaccines, as the most recent influenza vaccination was from 2020, and there was no record of the rotavirus vaccination. The Immunization Record, in the file for Child #2, did not contain written verification of updated vaccines, as the most recent influenza vaccination was from 2020, and there was no record of the pneumococcal vaccination.
Corrected by Feb 1, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility lacked documentation of an annual emergency drill.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
- Violation
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.
The files for staff # 1 and 3 have a current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR certification dated 8/30/22-8/30/24. The certification was not renewed prior to the expiration of the previous certification dated 5/22/20-5/22/22. The file for staff #2 has a current pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR certification dated 8/31/21-8/31/23. The certification was not renewed prior to the expiration of the previous certification dated 5/15/19-5/15/21.
Corrected by Aug 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff # 3 contained a current Child Abuse Clearance dated 8/16/22 that was renewed beyond 60 months after the previous clearance dated 8/10/17.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2022
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered outlet in the playroom accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2022
- Violation
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.
There was disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer and Lysol label " Keep out of reach of children " accessible to children in the green room.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2022
- Violation
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.
There were ceiling tiles coming off some with water damaged and rust on the metal ceiling tiles holders in the yellow, blue, green, red room in the girl's bathroom, on the playroom by the window and on the hallway by the purple room entry door. There was rubber base board pulling off the wall in the playroom.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the back wall in the yellow room.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
The metal parts under the sink in the girl's bathroom were rusted and corroded.
Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
- Violation
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.
There was a cracked clear bin in the blue room. There was a blue shelf with chipped corners exposing splinters in the red room.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The files for child #1,2,3 and 4 lacks documentation of a current influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The files for child #5, 6 and 7 lacked a medication log for medication that was stored at the facility.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #3 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 9/15/22 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 8/27/17.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff #2 contained documentation of consecutive mandated reporter training completed more than 60 months apart.
Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
- Violation
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.
Toxic hand-sanitizer was observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the Red Room.
Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
The file for Child #1 lacked an emergency contact form.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
- Violation
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.
The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the name, address and telephone number of the child's medical provider.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
- Violation
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 the day of the inspection, emergency contact forms were not present in the multi-purpose room for the children in care in that space.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
A Benadryl observed in the Red Room was observed to lack a label for whom the medication was intended.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
A Benadryl labeled for Child #3 in the Yellow Room lacked written parental consent for administration.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
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 observed emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.31(h)/3270.192(2)(iii) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for Staff #1 and #2, existing staff members, lacked documentation of health and safety training numbers 1 - 9, as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f). Training was required within 180 days following the implementation of the current regulations.
Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
- Violation
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The observed fire drill log contained consecutive drills in which the hypothetical location of the fire was the same.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
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.
Former regulations were observed to be posted for parents yet according to operator report, parents had not been provided the information on how to access the current regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
The observed emergency plan lacked accomodations for the shelter of children during lock-down.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jan 6, 2026 inspection noted: “The file for Staff Person #1 included child abuse clearances which were obtained for volunteer purposes and are therefore invalid for employment purposes.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 17, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for staff person #1 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS data sheet) lacked a state police clearance that was completed 60 months from the p…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Aug 27, 2024 inspection noted: “The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06.” — what has changed since then?
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