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160 Ridge Rd, Chadds Ford PA 19317 · License #CER-00253036 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the file for staff #1 was viewed and did not include verification that emergency plan training had been completed when initially hired.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff #1, staff #2, and staff #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, a primary staff person who has completed all preservice trainings hand has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff #1, staff #2, and staff #7, then staff #1, staff #2, and staff #7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the files for staff #1, staff #2, and staff #7 were viewed and have not completed the following required pre-service trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet). Staff #1, staff #2, and staff #7 have not completed the Health and Safety training Parts 1 & 2. Staff #2 and staff #7 did not have verification that the Pediatric CPR/First Aid training was completed.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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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
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Staff #1, staff #3, staff #4, staff #5, and staff #6 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business on 1/22/2026 because she/he does not have all the required clearances.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the Mandated reporter training reviewed for staff person # 1 was not updated within a 60-month period, dated, 06/22/2020. The Child Abuse Registry Certificate, PA State Criminal History clearance, and DHS FBI Fingerprinting clearance reviewed for staff # 3 were not updated within a 60-month period, all clearances dated, 07/20/2020. The Child Abuse clearance reviewed for staff person # 4 was not updated within a 60-month period, dated 02/11/2020. The Child Abuse Clearance for staff #5 was not updated within a 60-month period, dated 6/18/2020. The file reviewed for staff persons # 4 and # 6 did not include a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. (See code sheet for hire date).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. 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 2/9/2026, the files for staff #1, staff #2, and staff #3 were viewed and did not include verification of education for employment at the childcare facility to qualify the staff person for the position performing. ( Assistant Group Supervisor).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, it was observed that 5 electrical outlets in the cafeteria did not have receptacle covers on them.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, it was observed in room 205 that the first aid kit was on top of the cubbies and it was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the files of child #5, and child #10 were viewed and the financial agreement did not include an admission date.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the files for child #1, child #3, and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent from the parent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 2/9/2026, the file for child #5 was viewed and the emergency contact information did not include the health insurance and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
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 2/9/2026, the file for child #5 was viewed and the emergency contact information did not include the release person's address and phone number
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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 2/9/2026, the files for child #1, child #2, child #4, child #5, child #6, child #7, child #8, child #9 were viewed and the emergency contact information and the financial agreement had not been updated in a 6-month period. The Emergency Contact Form for child #1 was dated 3/7/25 and the agreement was dated 3/20/25, the Emergency Contact Form for child #2 was dated 3/17/25 and the agreement was dated 3/22/25, The Emergency Contact Form and the agreement for child #4 were dated 3/11/25, the Emergency Contact Form for child #5 was dated 1/29/25, the Emergency Contact Form and the agreement for child #6 was dated 3/25/25, the Emergency Contact Form for child #7 was dated 3/11/25 and the agreement was dated 3/21/25, and the Emergency Contact Form for child #8 was dated 3/11/25 and the agreement was dated 3/21/25. The Emergency Contact Form for child #9 was dated 4/1/25, and the agreement was dated 3/24/25.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the files for child #1, child #2 and child #7 were viewed and the health assessment was not completed within a 12-month period. The health assessment for child #1 was dated 11/12/24, the health assessment for child #2 was dated 8/5/23, and the health assessment for child #7 was dated 3/22/23. Child #10 did not have a completed health assessment in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During a renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the files for child #1, child #3, and child #5 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written parental consent for the facility to administer minor first-aid.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the file for child #3 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
Category: transportation. 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 2/9/2026, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/2026, the file for child #10 was viewed and did not have a completed health assessment in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
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). 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 and staff #2 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 Unannounced inspection 0n 11/13/25, the files for staff #1 and staff #2 were viewed. The file for staff #1 did not include a PA Criminal Background Clearance, and the file for staff #2 did not include an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. (See code sheet for hire date)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the Unannounced inspection on 11/13/2025, it was observed that there were two electrical outlets, in the cafeteria, that were uncovered and were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the Unannounced Inspection on 11/13/2025, it was observed that there were toxic substances in multiple rooms. In the After School Room, there was Fresh Disenfectant Wipes on top of the bookshelves, there was Lysol Wipes in the 1st floor girl's bathroom holder on top of the diaper changing table, there was Lysol wipes on top of a bookcase in the library.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the Unannounced inspection on 11/13/2025, it was observed that paint was chipping on the blue wall in the Afterschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During the Unannounced inspection on 11/13/2025, it was observed that the girl's bathroom and the boy's bathroom on the 1st floor and the ground floor, did not have signs over the toilets stating that " A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating."
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the files for child #1, child #5, child #6 and child #12 were viewed and there was no parent signatures on the agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed in room 210 that there was DHX Disinfectant Wipes on the shelf and it was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed that room 212 did not have daily activity schedule posted.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 3/3/2025, the files for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, and staff #5 were viewed and all of the files did not have the required trainings and they have been employed for more than 90 days. See code sheet for start dates). The files for staff #1, #2, and staff #5 did not have CPR/First Aid Training, staff #4 had a CPR/First Aid Training dated 8/25/22, staff #1, #2, did not have a completed Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 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). Staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, and staff person #5 may not work in a childcare 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 renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the record reviewed for staff person # 1 contained a Mandated Reporter Training that was not updated within a 60-month period. (Mandate reporter was dated 02/05/2020) The record for staff person # 1 did not include a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance or the DHS FBI Fingerprinting Clearance. The record reviewed for staff person #2 did not include a Mandated Reporter Training. The PA Criminal history clearance and Child Abuse Registry Clearance reviewed for staff person # 4 and # 6 was not updated within a 60-month period. (The Criminal clearance for staff person # 4 was dated 07/02/2018, Child abuse for staff person # 4 was dated 07/13/2018. The Criminal clearance for staff person # 6 was dated 08/22/2018, Child abuse for staff person # 6 dated 09/04/2018.) The FBI Fingerprint clearance reviewed for staff person # 5 was not acceptable. (The FBI clearance was a Dept of Education Clearance) The record reviewed for staff person # 1, # 2 and # 3 contained PA Criminal History clearances that were not acceptable. All PA Criminal clearances were for volunteer purposes) (See code sheet for staff hire dates)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, and it was observed that room #212, the library on the main floor, the boy's bathroom and the girl's bathroom downstairs and the cafeteria downstairs, had outlets did not have protective receptacle covers in the electrical outlets and they were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · 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 stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed that in room #211 there was an unlabeled bottle with an unknown toxic substance in it on the windowsill and it was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed that in room #211 there was a toxic plant (Gloss Kalanchos) on a shelf in the childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed in room 207 that the first aid kit was on the table and it was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the renewal on 3/3/2025, it was observed in room #208 that a wire plate cover was not attached to the wall and wires were exposed to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(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 on 3/3/2025, it was observed that there was chipping plaster on the front wall of room #205.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed that in room #205 the contact paper was peeling off of the top of two bookshelves, and in room #204 there were five pairs of sharp scissors on the staff person's desk, and they were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, it was observed that there were bookcases that were not attached to the wall that are a tipping hazard. There were two bookcases in room #213, and one bookcase in room #214, #211, #210 and room #205.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the files for child #1, child #4, child #8, child #10, and child #11 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form had no written consent signed by a parent so that the facility can administer emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 3/3/2025, the files for child #6, #9, #10, #12 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the health insurance coverage and the policy number for each child.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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 3/3/2025, the files for child #1, child #4, child #5, child #6, child #7, child #8, child #9, child #10, and child #12 were viewed and the parent did not update in writing the emergency contact form and the agreement form within a 6-month period. The last review date of the EC form for child #1 was 1/21/24, for child #4 it was 3/7/24, for child #5 it was 1/12/24, for child #6 it was 1/13/24, for child #7 it was 1/10/24, for child #8 the last date was 1/22/24, for child #9 it was 1/31/23, for child #10 the last date was 1/22/24, for child #12 the EC was dated 1/24/24. The agreement for child #5 was dated 1/13/24, and the agreement for child #6 was dated 1/13/24.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the medications for child #1, child #2, and child #3 had expired prescription dates on them. Child #1 had Zyrtec Allergy Medication that expired 9/2024, child #2 had an Epinephrine Pen that expired 12/2024, and child #3 had Albuterol medication that expired 9/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During the renewal on 3/3/2025, the file for staff #1 was viewed and the file did not have a completed Health Assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the file for child #4 was viewed and did not have the parental signature on the Emergency Contact Form consenting to have the facility to administer medication.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall 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 3/3/2025, the files for child #1, child #4, and child #11 were viewed and there was no parental consent signature for the administration of minor first aid and procedures by facility staff on the Emergency Contact Form
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the file for child #4 was viewed and there was no parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: transportation. 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 on 3/3/2025, the file for staff #2, and staff #3 were viewed and there was not two written, nonfamily references present in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the renewal inspection on 3/3/2025, the files for child #5, child #11, and child #12 were viewed and did not have a health assessment included in the file. (See code sheet for start dates).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · 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 in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2024, it was observed that the staff/child ratio was not in compliance in room #204. There was one staff person alone with 19 children ages 4 and 5-year-old.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2024, it was observed that electrical outlets and power strips in multiple rooms did not have electrical outlet covers in them.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2024, it was observed that there were toxic substances in room #210, #204, and the male bathroom that were accessible to the children. In room #210 there was HDX Cleaner and Clorox wipes on the windowsill, in room #204 there was Lysol disinfectant spray and Clorox wipes on the bookcase, and in the male bathroom there was Sani Cloth wipes on the back of the toilet.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2024, it was observed that plaster was damaged in room #208 near the window.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2024, it was observed that a pair of sharp edge scissors were on the teacher's desk and was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2024, it was observed that two bookcases were a tipping hazard because they were not secured to the wall.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative observed that in room numbers 204, 200, and 207 there were electrical outlets exposed and accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/24, Certification Representative observed toxic substances such as Cetaphil, Purell, Lysol, Spic and Span, Expo, disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer in room numbers 213, 212, 204, 205, 203, 202, 210, 206, and 207.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative observed that all of the childcare spaces in the facility did not have a first aid kit in it.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/24, Certification Representative observed chipping paint in room 213-Pre-K.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative observed that the bathroom signs at each toilet, training chair, and diapering areas did not have the required wording "A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating."
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative observed that in room 210 there was a pair of sharp scissors on the teacher's desk and they were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/24, Certification Representative observed that in rooms 213, 212, 204, 205, 203, 210, and room 207 had shelves and cubbies that were a tipping hazard and unsafe. In room 202, there was a shelf that was broke on top and had a jagged edge.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative observed that the refrigerator in the library did not have an operating thermometer in it.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for child #1, and the emergency contact form did not have any emergency contacts listed on it.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the children files for child #2, #3, and #5 there was no health insurance or policy number documented in the files. Child #2 and child #5 were missing both the health insurance coverage and the policy number, and child #3 was missing the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for child #4, #5, #6, and no consent signature was present for the facility to administer emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for Child #1, #2, #4, #5 and there was no parent consent signature for the administration of minor first aid.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for child #1, #2, #5, and #7 and there was no signatures from the parent giving consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming, and wading on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: transportation. 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 renewal inspection on 2/26/24, Certification Representative observed that the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
During renewal inspection on 2/26/24, Certification Representative observed that the facility had not notified the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(b)/3270.192(2)(i) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.
Staff persons # 7 and 12 do not have proof of age in their record.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14 · 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.
Staff person #10 does not have verification that they completed the 1 hour Health & Safety update.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
Staff persons # 7, 9, & 14 do not have verification that they completed initial Health & Safety training in their record.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2023
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 Persons may not work in a child care position at the facility until all clearances are on file. Facility will not receive a certificate of Compliance until all required staff have all required clearances on file. 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 following staff are missing these required CPSL documents: #2- has a volunteer child abuse clearance and no NSOR. #3- FBI. #4- NSOR and Mandated Reporter training. #5- Child Abuse, Mandated Reporter training, and a signed disclosure statement. #6- FBI, NSOR, Mandated Reporter training, signed disclosure statement. #7- NSOR. #8- NSOR, Child Abuse, State Police, Mandated Reporter training. #9- NSOR. #11- FBI, NSOR. #12- has a volunteer Child Abuse, State Police, Mandated Reporter training. #13- has volunteer Child Abuse and State Police clearances. #14- FBI, Mandated Reporter training. #15- NSOR, has volunteer State Police and Child Abuse clearances.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Staff persons # 1, 11, & 14 do not have verification of education in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There were electrical outlets without protective receptacle covers in multiple child care rooms.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
The number for poison control was not posted by all phones in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The bathrooms in rooms 212 and 213, and the bathrooms in the hallways and downstairs, did not have lidded trash cans.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
The facility has a refrigerator but it is not turned on so temperature could not be measured.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Children # 2 & 3 do not have parent signature for emergency medical care on their emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Child # 3 does not have the addresses for the emergency release persons on their emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c)/3270.124(d) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.
Complete emergency contact information for the children is not in every child care space nor was it taken outside with the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2023
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The last physical that Child # 1 has in their record is dated over 1 year old.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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 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 medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Staff persons # 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, & 9 do not have physicals in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
Staff person # 10 does not have a TB test in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
Children's lunches are not being stored in the refrigerator. Parents are bringing the lunches to school with ice packs in them.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Children # 1, 2 & 3 do not have parent signature for minor first aid care on their emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
Staff person # 15 does not have two references in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2023
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.
Staff persons # 14 does not have verification that they completed pediatric first aid/CPR. Staff persons # 2 & 15 have basic first aid. It must be pediatric first aid/CPR from an approved trainer and approved curriculum.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Facility does not have maps of evacuation routes posted.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.