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The Kids Club Daycare
600 MILLER ST, Chambersburg PA 17201 · License #CER-00243824 · Child Care Center
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- (717) 264-3266
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- 600 MILLER ST, Chambersburg PA 17201 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 129 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Corrected by May 11, 2026
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The files for staff persons #1, #3, and #4 were observed to lack written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 year's experience with children. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack documentation of having obtained a high school diploma.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
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.
The facility was observed to have two blue spritz bottles that contained a clear liquid but lacked a label identifying the contents. One bottle was observed in the One's Room, and the other bottle was observed in the Three's Room.
Corrected by May 11, 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.
The facility was observed to have a hole in the wall plaster behind the door in the Three's Room. The radiator in the Two's Room was observed to have a broken/loose cover exposing sharp edges.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
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 was observed to lack an operating thermometer in the refrigerator in the One's Room.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
An infant was observed sleeping with a WubbaNub pacifier, with the soft plush animal toy still attached to the pacifier and therefore not compliant with the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for child #3 was observed to lack an agreement form.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
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).
The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were observed to lack the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided every 6 months.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(f) · 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.
The file for child #5 was observed to lack documentation of parent updating in writing the financial agreement and emergency contact form at least once every 6 months.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. This was evidenced by the health assessment form in the file was dated 06/19/2023.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The facility was observed to have a fire drill log that lacked documentation of fire drills conducted at least once every 60 days. This was evidenced by a fire drill log that documented missed drills for July and September.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.95(b) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility was observed to have documentation of smoke detection system testing that lacked to list a tests in July and September.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. 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 persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 were observed to lack documentation of having obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training for 2025.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
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.
At the time on the inspection, there was no documentation of testing the smoke detection system every 30 days.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
- 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.
Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.
Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
- 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 was observed to lack documentation that an emergency drill was conducted annually.
Corrected by Jul 3, 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 facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a statement regarding continuity of operations.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(3) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The facility was observed to lack a posting of the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The facility was observed to lack documentation that the operator provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures and accommodation of infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions during an emergency to the parent of each enrolled child.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack documentation of participation, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. This was evidenced by a fire safety certificate dated 5/17/2023 present in staff person #2's file and a fire safety certificate dated 5/05/2023 present in staff person #3's file.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff person #3 was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement that lacked a date. The file for staff person #3 was observed to contain criminal background reports dated 0913/2019 and 03/05/2025 a period of 65 months.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack an annual staff evaluation.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
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 was observed to have a refrigerator in the "Twos Room" that lacked an operating thermometer inside.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
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).
The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 were observed to lack documentation that the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) was provided to the family once in a 6-month period.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
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.
The file for child #1 lacked documentation that a parent reviewed and/or updated the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(b) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. Information in a child's record shall be kept current by the operator.
The file for Child #3 and young toddler aged child was observed to lack an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. This was evidenced by the only health reports present in the file were dated 2/09/2023 and 02/29/2024.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
The facility was observed to have a medication log for child #6 that lacked a parent's signature.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #3 was observed to lack health reports obtained every 24 months as evidenced by health reports dated 08/06/2021 and 02/25/2024 a period of 30 weeks present in the file.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
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.
The facility was observed to lack a written record of the testing of fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and/or an annual written report of the inspection and testing of the smoke detection device or system conducted by a fire safety professional.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- 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 facility was observed to lack 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
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(2) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).
The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Observed an electrical power cord in the preschool room which did not have protective receptacle covers.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.37(b)(3) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Observed staff files #1 and #3, both aides, did not contain documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected by Apr 5, 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.
Observed the facility was unable to provide a copy of the facilities prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment written policy.
Corrected by Apr 17, 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #10, 13, 14, and 15 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #10, 13, 14, and 15, staff person #10, 13, 14, and 15 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #-10, #13, #14, and #15 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #10, #13, #14, and 15 did not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of (1/20/24).
Corrected by Apr 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
Observed the emergency plan had not been updated within the previous 12 months. The plan contained names of staff who were no longer employed by the legal entity.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed staff files #4, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, and #16 did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan within the previous 12 months.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(b) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older.
Observed staff file #1 who recently turned 18, worked in a staff child care position while being 17 years old.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
Observed staff files #4, #7, and #11 did not contain documentation of training in fire safety within the previous 12 months.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1, #2, #3, #4, #7, #11, and #16 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all required valid clearances are obtained.
Observed staff file #4 who has been employed for more than 45 days did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #7 who has been employed more than 45 days, contained a department of education FBI clearance which is not acceptable for child care, and file #7 did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #8, a provisional hire, did not contain a copy of the application for the state police criminal background clearance. Observed staff file #16 contained a valid state police, child abuse, and FBI clearance which were obtained and dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances. Observed staff files #1, #2, #3, #7, #11, and #16 contained incomplete disclosure statements.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Observed staff file #4, 6, and 7 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Observed staff file #8, 9, 11, and 16 did not contain documentation of 2500 hours of previous experience with children.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
Observed above ground windows in the infant room and the gross motor room which were not restricted to 6 or fewer inches.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
Observed the first-aid kit in room 103 was accessible to children.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
Observed there were no steps or platform for the children in the young toddler room to safely reach the handwashing sink.
Corrected by Mar 28, 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.
Observed a large yellow and green half-moon block with a damaged cover and exposed foam.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed in the young toddler room, plastic bags accessible to young toddlers in an unlocked drawer by the hand washing station.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed the refrigerator in room 103 and the K-3 room did not contain thermometers.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
Observed the infant and gross motor room did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) · 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 administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #1 did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- 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.
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #3 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Mar 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
Observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
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 childcare 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.
Observed staff file #1 and #8, who are providing initial service in the childcare setting did not contain an initial health assessment. Observed staff file #3, 7, and 16 contained initial health assessments which were dated after providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #4, 5, 12, and 13 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed staff file #1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 13, and 16 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 and 7 will have until 4/17/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 and 7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4 and 7, staff person #4 and 7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #9will have until 4/17/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #9must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #9, staff person #9 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #4 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31.(f)(1-10). Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31.(f)(10).
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed the documented fire drills revealed there were no fire drills conducted between 4/20/23 to 9/28/23.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed the facility did not notify 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 within the previous 12 months.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(b)/3270.27(d) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility. The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have a copy of the emergency plan posted at a conspicuous location. Observed the last documented review of the emergency plan was conducted more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
On 4/20/23 observed that the most recent fire safety training completed by staff working at the facility, was completed more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #4, 5, and 7 will have until 5/10/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4, 5, and 7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, 5, and 7, staff person #4, 5, and 7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
On 4/20/23 observed staff person #4 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet):3270.3270.(f)(1-9). On 4/20/23 observed staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet):3270.3270.(f)(1-10).
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -9- may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a valid state police criminal background clearance is obtained.
On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 contained updated criminal background clearance and child abuse clearance which were dated 6 months after their start date in a childcare position. The updates were obtained due to the original clearances being volunteer which are not acceptable for childcare employment. Observed staff file #3 contained a most recent mandated reporter training which was dated more than 60 months ago. Observed staff file #9 did not contain a state police criminal background clearance.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 and #5 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
On 3/17/23 observed electrical outlets, which did not have protective receptacle covers, on a power cord in the young toddler room and the preschool room.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- 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.
On 3/17/23 observed hand sanitizer accessible to children in the older toddler room. Observed in the infant room, diaper cream accessible to children due to a failed child safety lock. On 4/20/23 observed hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes accessible to children in the three downstairs summer camp rooms.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
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.
On 3/17/23 observed food stored on shelves with cleaning supplies in the older toddler and the younger toddler rooms.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
On 3/17/23 observed the preschool room first aid kit was accessible to children.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- 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.
On 3/17/23 observed damaged drywall by the cubby in the preschool room. Observed loose hanging cords, which were a visible hazard, in the preschool room.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- 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.
On 3/17/23 observed exposed foam and peeling cover on mats in the young toddler room. Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the preschool room and on a changing mat in the gross motor room. Observed an exposed screw on a shelf in the young toddler room. Observed low white shelves in the infant room which were not securely anchored to the wall.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
On 3/17/23 observed in the infant room, the rest equipment did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides when it was in use.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
On 3/17/23 observed the agreement for child #4 did not contain the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
On 3/17/23 observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 contained original agreements.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- 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.
On 3/17/23 observed the emergency contact information for child file #3 and #4 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child file #3 also needed the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
On 3/17/23 observed child file #2, a YT, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
On 3/17/23 observed child file #4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- 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.
On 3/17/23 observed child file #1 did not contain updated written verification of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have an established medication log for motrin and children's ibuprofen which were being stored in the young toddler room.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
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.
On 4/20/23 observed staff file #5 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have documentation of conducting an emergency drill within the previous 12 months.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation,3270.31(f)(10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #5 will have until 5/10/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #5, staff person #5 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 contained documentation of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after their start date in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5 who has been working in a childcare position for more than 90 days (see LIS code sheet) did not contain documentation of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(g) · Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
On 4/20/23 observed staff file #1, 2, 3, 6, 8, and 9 contained documentation of the completed health and safety professional development training update which was completed after the due date of 12/30/22.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
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.
On 3/17/23 observed the last documented fire drill was conducted on 11/18/22. There was no documentation of any fire drills after that date.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
On 4/20/23 observed staff file #2 contained documentation of completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training which were completed after the training year deadline of 12/19/22. Observed staff file #6 and #7 did not contain documentation of completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training completed during the training year of 12/19/21-12/19/22.
Corrected by May 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Based on interviews with staff, it was found that a staff member #1 admitted that they struck a child when the child would not stay on their cot and lay down at rest time.
Corrected by May 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
It was observed in the toddler room a can of shaving cream labeled keep away from children in the craft cupboard.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
In the three year old room it was observed that the water temperature measured at 113° F on the day of renewal.
Corrected by Mar 22, 2022
- Violation
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.
It was observed that a hand washing sign was not posted at each toilet in the facility.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the toddler room it was observed that a portable crib had a tear in the netting. It was also observed that the purple wooden cupboard bottom left door was broken off the hinge and could pose a pinching hazard to children in care.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
It was observed in the infant and young toddler room that the infant feeding table did not have safety straps.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement form on file for child#1, #2, #3, and #4 were observed not to contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
The agreement form on file for child #1, #2, and #3 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- Violation
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.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 was observed not to contain health insurance coverage. It was also observed that the file for child #1 and #3 did not contain the policy number for a child under a family policy or medical assistance benefits.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- 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 form on file for child #1 and #3 were observed not to contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by May 18, 2022
- Violation
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 informationA 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.
The agreement form on file for child #2 was observed not to contain documentation of a review and updated of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least one in a 6 month period.
Corrected by May 17, 2022
- 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 health report on file for child #1, #2, and #4 did not contain documentation of an influenza shot being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of ACIP.
Corrected by May 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
In the toddler room it was observed in a child's locker a bottle of Tylenol within the reach of children.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
It was observed on the day of renewal that children's lunches brought from home were not refrigerated.
Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file for staff person #3 and #4 was observed not have documentation of Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Corrected by May 19, 2022
- Violation
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.
The facility's fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing done 8/11/21- 9/29/21 and then 11/2/21. There has been no documentation of testing done after 11/2/21.
Corrected by May 19, 2022
- 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.
It was observed that the facility did not have posted the most up to date copy of the regulations. Also, it was observed that the facility did not provide the parent of each child in the facility with information on how to access the regulation electronically.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was observed not to have documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected by May 18, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 26, 2026 inspection noted: “The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 29, 2025 inspection noted: “At the time on the inspection, there was no documentation of testing the smoke detection system every 30 days.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 29, 2025 inspection noted: “Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.” — what has changed since then?
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