Happy Learners Development Childcare

3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

During unannounced monitoring on 5/18/26, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 1 and # 2 had a combined total of 11 preschool children. Staff # 1 came downstairs to the 1st floor to open the door, and left Staff # 2 alone with 11 children

Corrected by May 18, 2026

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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 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 had 6 children in care, the youngest 1 yr old, the oldest preschool. Staff# 3 was out of ratio

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: There were missing receptacle covers in the preschool room

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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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 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The first aid kit in the preschool room was missing tweezers The first aid kit in the toddler room was missing scissors

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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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 renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's windowsills in the classrooms needed cleaning

Corrected by May 4, 2026

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3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare training in file

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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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 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: the facility did not have the proper handwashing signs at the sinks, and changing table in the facility

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's exit from the kitchen was obstructed with toys and other miscellaneous things

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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3270.133(1) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2 had an epi pen that was not in the original container

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2's file did not have a medication log

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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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 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 and child # 2's emergency contact did not have parental signature for obtaining medical care and administration of minor first aid

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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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 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have the department's information posted for parents to easily access it.

Corrected by Apr 20, 2026

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3280.14/3280.20 · 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. Facility's emergency plan did not have documentation of continuity of operations 2. The facility did not have documentation of shaken baby syndrome policy

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.17 · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of liability insurance

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.26(a)(3)/3280.26(a)(4) · 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 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. Prior to the issuance if the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide a method of contacting parents at the onset and end of emergency

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following While reviewing staff files Staff # 2's Pediatric CPR/First aid was dated 12/28/22 Staff # 3 and Staff # 4's Pediatric CPR/First aid was dated 4/18/23

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # --4 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 #--- 4 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Staff # 4's child abuse clearance was dated 3/25/20

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.52(c) · 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 at §3280.52(b). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Staff # 3 leaving Staff #2 alone in the classroom with 10 children

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility had missing outlet covers in classrooms, playroom , cubby room and hallway

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.66(a) · 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility had toxic materials located in the lower cabinet of the bathroom that is accessible to children

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.69(a) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility's water in the children's bathroom tested at 127 degrees

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.72(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.

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The windows in the facility were able to open more than 6 inches

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.73 · A facility shall have an operable telephone. A facility that has an unpublished telephone number shall make the number available to the parent, the release persons of the children in care, an agency that oversees or funds the facility and the appropriate regional office of the Department. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility does not have a telephone that stays at facility while children are in care.

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.74 · 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have the emergency numbers posted

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.76 · 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following 1.The facility's windowsills in the childcare spaces were dirty and needed cleaning 2. The facility had ceilings tiles that needed changing in 2 of the classrooms located on the right side after entering the facility

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.93 · Fireplaces, fireplace inserts or woodburning and coal burning stoves, if allowed by local ordinance, shall be securely screened or equipped with protective guards while in use. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility has a large fireplace located in the playroom that is accessible and tall enough for a child to stand in, did not have protective guard to keep children out.

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.111(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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility only had a written plan of daily activities in 1 classroom in the facility and not the other classrooms.

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following While reviewing children's files, Child # 1 , # 2, and # 4 did not have documentation of child service report in file

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.124(b)(1) · Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Child # 3's emergency contact did not list date of birth

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.124(f)/3280.181(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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Child # 1's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 8/15/24 and 7/25/24 Child # 2's emergency contact and agreement as last signed 8/23/24 and 7/10/24 Child # 4's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 9/10/24 and 9/11/24

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.151(a)/3280.192(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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Staff # 1's health assessment was dated 3/9/23 Staff # 3's health assessment was dated 3/20/23

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility had incomplete evacuation routes posted

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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3280.176(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).

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility offers transportation. The facility's insurance expired 9/24/24and registration expired 5/31/25

Corrected by Jun 2, 2025

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3280.26(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. Prior to issuance of the certificate of compliance

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions

Corrected by Jun 16, 2025

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