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Carters Open Arms
2242 Edgmont Ave, Chester PA 19013 · License #CER-00244354 · Child Care Center
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- 2242 Edgmont Ave, Chester PA 19013 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 58 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 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.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include prevention and identification of child maltreatment
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
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 renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 had 6 preschool children in the classroom, and was given 2 -2year old for a total of 8 children, that placed Staff # 2 out of ratio
Corrected by Jul 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1.The infant had peeling paint on the windowsill and next to the outlet near window 2. The toddler room right side from office had soiled ceiling tiles, and some of the ceiling tiles were falling out
Corrected by Jul 31, 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.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Child # 2's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 8/5/24 and 4/4/25 2. Child # 4's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 4/1/24 and 3/28/25 3. Child # 5's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 3/10/24 and 4/4/25
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Child # 2 's immunization record was missing - 1 Hep B/ 2 Rotavirus/1 Hib/1 Polio/ 2 Pneumococcal and 1 Polio vaccine 2. Child # 4's immunization record was missing- 2 Hep B/ 1 Rotavirus/ and 1 Poli vaccine 3. Child # 5's immunization record was missing- 1 Hep B/ 1 Dtap and 1 Poli
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.135(b) · Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not sanitize the table after doing a diaper change
Corrected by Jul 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.61 · Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: While doing a walk-through of the facility, the toddler classroom right from the office and the school age room were not set up and ready to receive children
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have documentation of testing the fire detection system every 30 days
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 had documentation of 6 childcare hours and not the annual 12 hours
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
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 renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3's health assessment was dated 6/26/24
Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 4 did not have documentation of health and safety training in file.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 5 did not have documentation of 2500 childcare hours to qualify as AGS
Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 5 and # 7;'s emergency contact did not have physicians address listed
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 3's emergency contact did not have policy number listed Child # 5's emergency contact did not have insurance and policy number listed
Corrected by Aug 8, 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.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 5's emergency contact did not have release person's phone number listed
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following : Emergency contacts were not present in Room # 1 for all the children that were receiving care in the space.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's agreement and emergency contact was last signed 1/17/24
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 5's health assessment was dated 3.23.22
Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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 8/8/24, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following : Child # 6 and # 7's emergency contact did not have parent's signature for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following : The facility did not have documentation that they were testing the fire detection system every 30 days.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 2 had 4 hours in file and not the mandatory 12 hours of childcare training Staff # 4 had 10 hours in file and not the mandatory 12 hours of childcare training
Corrected by Aug 22, 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.
At the time of renewal inspection, a policy and procedure to identify the potential signs of child maltreatment were not observed. In addition, the emergency plan did not contain a statement regarding volunteers participating in emergency plan training and emergency drills, continuity of operations in the event of an emergency that includes backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.
Corrected by Jul 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, or receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer.
At the time of renewal inspection, staff person #1, #2, #3, and #4 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
At the time of renewal inspection files of staff person #4 did not include verification of education and child care experience that qualifies staff #4 for a position of an assistant group supervisor and is required prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Jul 17, 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.
At the time of renewal inspection observed the old wooden fence gate leaning on the fence with exposed sharp pieces of wood.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2023
- 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).
At the time of renewal inspection, agreement of child #1 did not specify services to be provided to the family and the child,
Corrected by Jun 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of renewal inspection, agreement of child #1 and #2 did not specify arrival/departure time. Agreement of child #1 and #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.
At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #2 and #4 did not include influenza immunization according to recommended schedule by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #2 and #4. Immunization record of child #4 included influenza immunization from 2020.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(3)/3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
At the time of renewal inspection, a record of child #4 didn't contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Both consents are required prior to admission.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
At the time of renewal inspection, documentation of proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system was absent.
Corrected by Jul 10, 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 February 2, 2023 certification representative contacted the provider in reference to a DOH audit report received. The report showed that the health assessment for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 was missing immunization shots.
Corrected by Mar 2, 2023
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. STALL #1 LOCATED IN BATHROOM #2 HAD RUST ON BOTH WALLS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- 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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2 AND #5 DID NOT INCLUDE UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 ONLY INCLUDED 6 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Health & Safety Training
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE A CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, AN FBI FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE, AN NSOR CLEARANCE, OR THE MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- 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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED ANNUAL EVALUATION.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATED IN THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE DID NOT HAVE A PROTECTIVE COVER. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
- Violation
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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE TELEPHONE LOCATED IN THE PREK AND TODDLER CLASSROOM DID NOT HAVE EMERGENCY NUMBERS POSTED NEAR OR ON THE CORDLESS PHONE.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE PREK CLASSROOM DID NOT CONTAIN TWEEZERS. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE NEED TO BE CLEANED AND THE YARD DOOR WAS BROKEN OFF IN POOR REPAIR.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(j) · A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE PORTABLE SINK LOCATED IN THE INFANT ROOM WAS NOT WORKING AND DID NOT HAVE FRESH WATER FOR STAFF OR CHILDREN TO WASH HANDS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- 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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS A PLASTIC TRASH BAG ON THE INFANT CRIB LOCATED IN THE INFANT/TODDLER CLASSROOM. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
- 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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETER WAS TEMPING ABOVE 45° F.
Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
- 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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4 WAS ON CELL PHONE WHILE IN THE CLASSROOM WORKING WITH INFANTS AND TODDLERS. CHILDREN WERE NOT SUPERVISED AT THIS TIME.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #7 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ENROLLING PARENT HOME OR WORK PHONE NUMBERS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #1, #2 AND #7 DID NOT INCLUDE RELEASE PERSON ADDRESS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR CHILD #4, #5 AND #6 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH THE 1 YEAR OLD CHILD HANDS AFTER DIAPERING.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER DIAPERING.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS A GALLON OF MILK LEFT OUT ON THE COUNTER THROUGHOUT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
- 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 JUNE 24, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES. IN ADDITION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #4 ONLY INCLUDED ONE WRITTEN REFERENCE.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS OR TODDLERS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- 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.
ON JUNE 24, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM WAS NOT BEING TESTED EVERY 30 DAYS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; BATHROOM #1 AND BATHROOM #2 BOTH HAD PEELING CHIPPED PAINT LOCATED IN THE STALLS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE INFANTS DID NOT HAVE A WRITTEN STATETMENT FROM PARENTS GIVING THE FORMULA AND FEEDING SCHEDULE FOR EACH INFANT.
Corrected by Jul 13, 2021
- 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.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ANNUAL UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING. (IMPLEMEMTED ON SITE)
Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 -- may not work in a child care 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. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT HAVE AN NSOR CLEARANCE ON FILE.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE OUTLETS LOCATED IN THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE DID NOT HAVE PROTECTIVE COVERS. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE KITCHEN LOWER CABINET DID NOT HAVE A LOCK AND CONTAINED BLEACH AND OTHER TOXIC MATERIALS ASSESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
- Violation
3270.75(d) · One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE SCHOOL AGE CLASSROOM THAT IS USED FOR EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER OR EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS FOR THE CHILDREN. (IMPLEMENTED ON SITE)
Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
- 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 JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE BASEBOARD WERE LIFTING UP AND IN BAD REPAIR LOCATED IN THE SCHOOL AGE CLASSROOM #7 (IN THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE CLASSROOM), IN THE TODDLER CLASSROOMV #8 LOCATED ON THE LEFT LOWER CORNER OF THE WALL, AND ALSO IN BOTH BATHROOM #1 AND BATHROOM #2 STALLS.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2021
- 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 JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE TOYS AND PLAY EQUIPTMENT USED BY CHILDREN WAS DIRTY, BROKEN AND IN POOR REPAIR. THE DOOR TO ENTER THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE WAS BROKEN OFF.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; MATS AND REST EQUIPMENT WERE NOT LABLED FOR SPECIFIC USE OF A SPECIFIC CHILD.
Corrected by Jul 13, 2021
- 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.
ON JULY 8TH, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, AT APPROXIMATELY 9:32AM, STAFF PERSON #1 OPENED THE DOOR ALLOWING CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE ALONG WITH OTHER PARENTS INTO THE FACILITY. AT THIS TIME THERE WERE 6 PRESCHOOL CHILDREN LEFT IN THE CLASSROOM UNATTENDED.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
- 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.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 AND STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT ON FILE.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
- Violation
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.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 HEALTH ASSESSMENT DID NOT INCLUDE TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING BY THE MANTOUX METHOD.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE FOOD MENU WAS NOT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED FOR PARENTS.
Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
- Violation
3270.176(a) · A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law).
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE A CDL LICENSE ON FILE TO OPERATE THE SCHOOL BUS.
Corrected by Jul 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.178 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A SCHOOL BUS WALKTHROUGH CHECKING ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE SCHOOL BUS THAT IS USED FOR EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER OR EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS FOR THE CHILDREN. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, STAFF PERSON #2, AND STAFF PERSON #4 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
- 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 JULY 8TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUSED TWO NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTERS. (ONLY ONE REFERENCE LETTER AVAILIBLE ON FILE).
Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
ON JULY 8TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED DID NOT PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jul 17, 2025 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection on 7/17/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include prevention and identification…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 25, 2024 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection on 8/8/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : Staff # 4 did not have documentation of health and safety tr…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 26, 2023 inspection noted: “At the time of renewal inspection, a policy and procedure to identify the potential signs of child maltreatment were not observed. In addition, the emergency p…” — what has changed since then?
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