Children Of America Trappe Llc

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.

During complaint investigation on 08/19/2025, Certification staff observed multiple children unsupervised in a rest room while another child was utilizing the rest room in Pre-School classroom #3. Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were observed in other areas of the classroom while the children were unsupervised.

Corrected by Sep 19, 2025

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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 certification rep observed albuterol missing the original container for child 7.

Corrected by Dec 16, 2024

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3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 following the outset of service at the facility.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing high school diploma from her file. Staff 1 was observed working in a room by themselves.

Corrected by Dec 16, 2024

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3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

During renewal inspection certification checked the water in Toddler A. The water temperature was 111° F. The temperature in Toddler B was 114° F.

Corrected by Dec 16, 2024

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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the bathroom in preschool II.

Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed loose toilet seat in toddler B.

Corrected by Dec 16, 2024

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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.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed cots were missing mat charts in toddler B and preschool II.

Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

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3270.123(a)(5)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 and 4 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Dec 16, 2024

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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 certification rep reviewed children's files. emergency agreement for child 2,3 and 6 were missing addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

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3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 5 was missing parental consent for transportation

Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

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3270.192(3) · 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 certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing date TB was read

Corrected by Dec 23, 2024

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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 visit certification rep observed prek classroom out of ratio by two children. Teacher had 12 children by herself. Youngest child in the classroom was 3 years old.

Corrected by Aug 14, 2024

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3270.19(a) · An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.

Provider failed to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Staff 1 admitted to being forceful when she removed child 1

Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.

During unannounced visit, certification rep verified that staff 1 puts child 1 in timeout for 5-10 minutes when child does not listen or until the child said sorry.

Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

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3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing high school diploma.

Corrected by Jun 12, 2024

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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 unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by Jun 12, 2024

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3270.31(e)(1)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Training conducted by a secondary or postsecondary institution is acceptable and may count toward the annual requirement for 6 hours of child care training when the institution is approved by the Department of Education and accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council of Postsecondary Accreditation and acceptable to the Department of Education. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 4 was missing 1st aid/cpr. Staff 7 has 1st aid/cpr but they are not a PQAS approved organization/instructor.

Corrected by Jan 10, 2024

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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.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing mat charts in the following rooms: Infant A Toddler A, Preschool I, Two's, Prek B, Prek A, and Preschool II.

Corrected by Dec 18, 2023

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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 # -5and 9- 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 #-5 and 9-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5 and 9 were missing NSOR.

Corrected by Dec 26, 2023

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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.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing written annual evaluation.

Corrected by Dec 22, 2023

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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 certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 2 years of childcare experience. Experience for staff 6,7 8 and 9 needs to be verified. Staff 8 was missing education.

Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

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3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed staff 6 working in a room unsupervised. Staff 6 needs her child care experience verified.

Corrected by Dec 21, 2023

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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed Raid and scrubbing bubbles accessible in Preschool II, Certification rep observed mop cleaning solution and disinfectant spray inside the bathroom of the indoor playroom.

Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the bathroom in Preschool I, in the bathroom in Toddler B, in the bathroom in the Two's room, and in the bathroom in Prek B,

Corrected by Dec 27, 2023

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3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing work address and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Child 5 was missing work addresses of the enrolling parent. Child 6 was missing telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Corrected by Dec 22, 2023

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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 certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released

Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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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).

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 3 and 4, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.

Corrected by Dec 21, 2023

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3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed medication log for child 2. Child 2 was missing written consent for administration of medication

Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2, 5 and 8 were missing physcial and TB. Staff 3 was missing TB. Staff 9 was missing physical.

Corrected by Jan 2, 2024

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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 certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 2 reference letters.

Corrected by Dec 18, 2023

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed the emergency drill log. The last emergency drill was 12-8-22

Corrected by Dec 20, 2023

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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 time of renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not include updates regarding continuity of operations and assigning roles to all facility persons, required under Federal Regulation 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii). The facility had not developed policies regarding shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment, also required under Federal Regulation45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).

Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

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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 time of renewal inspection, staff persons #4 and #5 did not have documentation of completing the 1-hour health and safety training update by December 30, 2022.

Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

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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.

At time of renewal inspection, the facility did not have documentation of current general liability insurance on file.

Corrected by Jan 20, 2023

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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.

At time of renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not have documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of employment at the facility.

Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

At time of renewal inspection, staff person #4 had not completed the required professional development training under subsections (f) 1-10 within 90 days of employment at the facility.

Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff persons #4 and #5 did not include complete criminal history as required under the CPSL. The file for staff person #4 contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Justice, not a DHS FBI. The file for staff person #5 contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Education, not a DHS FBI. There were no receipts for DHS FBI clearances.

Corrected by Jan 12, 2023

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3270.35(b)(3)/3270.36(b)(5) · A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff person #3 did include 2500 hours of experience with children to qualify for the Group Supervisor position being performed. The file for staff persons #2 and #4 did not include 2500 hours of experience with children to qualify for the Asst. Group Supervisor position being performed.

Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

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3270.62(d)/3270.103 · Outdoor or indoor play 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. 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.

At time of renewal inspection, City Place, the indoor play space, had items stored against the walls and on tables. Some items being stored were in plastic bags or contained small pieces that were accessible to the young toddlers playing in the room.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2023

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3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

At time of renewal inspection, the blue child couch in the toddler room and the Pre-k room, and the light blue child chair in the Two's room, had ripped fabric and exposed foam.

Corrected by Feb 10, 2023

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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.

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CABINET UNDER THE SINK HAD PEELING LAMINATE ACROSS THE DOOR AND THE PLASTIC EDGING/MOULDING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK WAS LOOSE AND SEPERATING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK.

Corrected by Feb 7, 2022

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3270.106(j) · Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED A PACIFIER WITH STUFFED TOY ATTACHED TO IT IN THE CRIB OF A SLEEPING INFANT.

Corrected by Jan 20, 2022

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3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR CHILD #1 (DOB 3/5/20), AND #2 (DOB 4/30/30) CONTAINED HEALTH REPORTS THAT WERE MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD. HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1 IS DATED 6/9/21, AND HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #2 IS DATED 4/7/21.

Corrected by Feb 14, 2022

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3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT ANSWERED BY THE DOCTOR SPECIFYING ALL AGE-APPROPRIATE SCREENINGS RECOMMENDED BY THE AAP WERE CONDUCTED SINCE THE TIME OF THE PREVIOUS HEALTH REPORT.

Corrected by Feb 14, 2022

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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 TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A RECEIPT INDICATING THE DATE OF PURCHASE OR INSTALLATION FOR THE FIRE SYSTEM WAS NOT ON FILE AT THE FACILITY AS REQUIRED UNDER ACT 62.

Corrected by Jan 28, 2022

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