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Frederick Douglass Christian School
700 Central Ave, Chester PA 19013 · License #CER-00246900 · Child Care Center
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- 700 Central Ave, Chester PA 19013 · Directions
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Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 25 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 unannounced monitoring on 4/8/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 was observed working alone unsupervised and did not have preservice trainings in file
Corrected by Apr 8, 2026
- 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 and 3 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 #-2 and 3 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During unannounced monitoring on 4/8/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2's FBI was dated 10.24.2020 Staff # 3 did not have documentation of clearances in file
Corrected by Apr 8, 2026
- Violation
3270.34(b)/3270.34(c) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
During unannounced monitoring on 4/8/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 reported to Cert Rep that they did not satisfy the requirement of a minimum of 30 hours per week in the childcare facility
Corrected by Apr 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.191 · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. An individual record is required for each facility person.
During unannounced monitoring on 4/8/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 was observed in the classroom but did not have documentation of a file in the facility
Corrected by Apr 8, 2026
- 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 the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 3's emergency contact did not include health insurance and policy number
Corrected by Sep 22, 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.
During the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: - The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include prevention and identification of child maltreatment
Corrected by Oct 6, 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 the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 1's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 4/26/24 and again on 8/28/25 Child # 2's emergency contact was last signed 10/7/24 and again on 9/2/25 Child # 4's emergency contact and agreement was last signed on 8/28/24
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- 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 the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 2, and # 3's emergency contact did not have parental signature for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid
Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
- 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.
During the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: Staff # 1 and # 3 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare training in file
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- 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 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. Facility Person #---1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have child abuse, NSOR and had the incorrect FBI in file. Staff # 1 had department of justice FBI and not DHS in file
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- 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 Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of education and 2 years of childcare experience in file to qualify as AGS
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- Violation
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
During Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Room # 206 did not have a first aid kit in the childcare space
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- 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.
During Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The window sill in Room #206 was dirty
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Room # 206 did not have a written plan of daily activities posted in the childcare space
Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
- 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.
During Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 2 nonfamily references in file
Corrected by Feb 14, 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following: - The facility's emergency plan did not include continuity of operations -The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment
Corrected by Nov 4, 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility's last documented update of the emergency plan was dated 12/15/2020
Corrected by Nov 4, 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Staff # 1-6 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Corrected by Nov 4, 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Staff # 4 and # 5 did not have documentation of annual fire safety training in file
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- 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 # -- 3,4,6, 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. Facility Person #-3,4,6-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Staff # 3 did not have documentation of FBI, and NSOR in file Staff # 4 listed as facility staff did not have documentation of child abuse and FBI in file Staff # 6 listed as facility staff did not have documentation of FBI in file
Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.34(a) · A director is responsible for the general management of the facility, including the minimum duties described at §3270.34(a)(1) - (6).
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Staff # 1 's file is incomplete and does not meet the requirements
Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility's hot water tested at 122 degrees
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The first aid kit in room 204 did not have soap
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- 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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following - There was peeling paint in the gym, and classroom 204 near windows -the gym floor needed to be swept (corrected) - the classroom 204 windowsills were dirty
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The bathroom in room 204 did not have a handwashing sign
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Child # 1, 2, and # 4's agreement was not signed by parent or operator
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- 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).
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Child # 1-4 did not have current child service reports in file
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Child # 1and 4's agreement did not list release person's information
Corrected by Nov 4, 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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Emergency contacts were not present in the childcare space
Corrected by Nov 4, 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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Child # 3's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 9/13/23 and 9/19/23
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- Violation
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 renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Child # 1's health assessment was dated 10/20/22 Child # 2 did not have a health assessment in file Child # 3's health assessment was dated 9/5/23 Child # 4's health assessment was dated 7/24/23
Corrected by Nov 4, 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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Staff # 1, and # 3 did not have a health assessment in file
Corrected by Nov 4, 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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Child # 2's emergency contact did not have parental signature for administering minor first aid and emergency medical care
Corrected by Nov 4, 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following Staff # 4 and # 6 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file
Corrected by Nov 4, 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of conducting fire drills every 60 days
Corrected by Nov 4, 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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation that the fire detection system is tested every 30 days
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility did not have information on how parents are to access the regulations
Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
- Violation
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 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation to show that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency
Corrected by Nov 4, 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 child care facility.
During renewal inspection on 10/21/24, Cert rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of notifying local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility
Corrected by Nov 4, 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep did not observe a policy for Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- 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 the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep did not observe an Updated 1-hour Health and Safety training in the files of staff persons #1 and #4. Cert Rep did not observe any required Health and Safety Trainings in the file for staff #2 and she was observed working alone with children.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
- 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep did not observe verification of emergency plan training in staff files.
Corrected by Dec 15, 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep did not observe verification of fire safety plan training in staff files.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- Violation
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 12/01/23, Cert Rep observed that staff person #2 has not completed the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep observed PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 09/10/21 in the file of Staff person #2. Cert Rep observed outdated disclosure statements in the files of staff person #1, dated 11/01/16 and staff person #4, dated 05/08/17.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
- Violation
3270.61(f) · Indoor space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep observed Room #204 on the capacity was not observed as set up as childcare space but used as a storage space.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- 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. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep observed children enter into the bathroom space to use the bathroom without being supervised. Cert Rep also observed school age children in room #204 left unsupervised by their assigned teacher. Cert Rep also observed children left unsupervised during lunch with volunteer while staff #2 was observed outside of the cafeteria. Cert Rep also observed staff #3 working unsupervised with children during provisional period.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
- 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/01/23, Cert Rep did not observe proof of purchase for interconnected fire detection system.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2023
- Violation
3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY DID NOT PROVIDE UPDATED GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE.
Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
- 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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR FACILITY PERSON #2 AND STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.
Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING.
Corrected by Nov 21, 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 #1 and #2 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 #1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN NSOR CLEARANCE OR MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING. THE CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE AND STATE POLICE CLEARANCE FOR FACILITY PERSON #2 WAS DATED FEBRUARY 2017. THE RECORD FOR FACILITY PERSON #2 ALSO DID NOT INCLUDE AN FBI CLEARANCE.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WAS TOXIC CLEANING SUPPLIES IN AN UN-LOCKED CLOSET LOCATED IN CLASSROOM #1.
Corrected by Oct 29, 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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRST AID KIT IN ROOM #1 DID NOT CONTAIN GLOVES. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THERE WERE 3 BROKEN SINKS LOCATED IN THE GRILS BATHROOM. IN ADDITION, THE TOILET IN STALL #1 DID NOT FLUSH.
Corrected by Nov 15, 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.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE BATHROOMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE HANDWASHING SIGNS POSTED OVER EACH TOILET AND SINK. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. DURING THE FACILITY WALKTHROUGH, STAFF PERSON #4 AND STAFF PERSON #5 (IN CLASSROOM #1 PRESCHOOL ROOM) DID NOT HAVE PRIMARY CARE GROUPS ASSIGNED. ALTHOUGH STAFF PERSON #5 WAS IN THE CLASSROOM, STAFF PERSON #4 HAD RESPONSIBILITY FOR ALL 11 CHILDREN PRESENT.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #1, #3, #4 AND #6 DID NOT INCLUDE PERSONS WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(c) · 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 health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #1, #2 AND #4 DID NOT HAVE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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.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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR FACILITY PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT OR TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING.
Corrected by Nov 15, 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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR FACILITY PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES.
Corrected by Oct 29, 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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.
Corrected by Oct 14, 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.
ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE A PEDIATRIC CPR FIRST AID TRAINING.
Corrected by Nov 21, 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 SEPTEMBER 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE DOCUMENTATION OF CHECKING THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM EVERY 30 DAYS.
Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT HAVE A FBI CLEARANCE ON FILE.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.66(c) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
ON SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; THE UNLOCKED CLOSET LOCATED IN THE PREK CLASSROOM HAD TOXIC CLEANING SUPPLIES IN REACH OF CHILDREN. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Sep 24, 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 SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CHECKED ALL FIRST AID KITS. THE FIRST AID KIT USED FOR EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER. (CORRECTED ON SITE).
Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
ON SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH; STAFF PERSON #2 AND STAFF PERSON #3 (LOCATED IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM) WERE NOT ASSIGNED THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION OF SPECIFIC CHILDREN.
Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
- 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 SEPTEMBER 24th 2021, AFTER PLAY TIME IN THE GYM CHILDREN WERE GIVEN WATER TO DRINK WITHOUT WASHING HANDS FIRST. IN ADDITION, AT LUNCH TIME SEVERAL CHILDREN DID NOT GET THEIR HANDS WASHED BEFORE EATING THEIR MEAL.
Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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.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.
ON SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
ON SEPTEMBER 24th 2021, DURING LUNCH TIME STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT WASH THEIR HANDS PRIOR TO HELPING SEVERAL CHILDREN OPEN FOOD PACKET.
Corrected by Nov 5, 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 SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUSED TWO NON FAMILY REFERENCE LETTERS.
Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
- 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.
ON SEPTEMBER 24TH 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, DOCUMENTATION FOR PROOF OF TESTING THE FIRE SYSTEM WAS NOT AVAILIBLE.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 30, 2026 inspection noted: “During unannounced monitoring on 4/8/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 was observed working alone unsupervised and did not have preservice training…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Sep 22, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection on 9/22/25, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 3's emergency contact did not include health insurance and policy number” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 22, 2025 inspection noted: “During Allocated unannounced inspection on 1/22/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have child abuse, NSOR and had the incorrect FBI in file.…” — what has changed since then?
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