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Kindercare Learning Center
100 Campus Dr, Collegeville PA 19426 · License #CER-00247885 · Child Care Center
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- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 124 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.20(c)(4)/3270.182(7) · A report of injury, death or fire shall include a description of the incident, including the date, time and location of the incident and the equipment involved. A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
During a Complaint Investigation on 01/05/2026, Certification Staff determined Staff Person #1 did not complete a written incident report immediately following an incident in which a child obtained an injury while in care at the facility. Staff Person #1 did not provide the parent of the child with the original incident report on the same day that the incident had taken place.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The door alarm in the infant room leading to the outdoor play space was not working. (corrected on site, Batteries changed). On 10-28-25, certification rep checked the alarm in the rooms leading to the outdoor play space. The door alarm in the infant room and DPS were off.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
The walls in the infant room needs repair. The back wall in DPS has plaster
Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
- 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed ripped mats in transitional Kindergarten and DPS.
Corrected by Oct 23, 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 renewal inspection certification rep observed a hole in the wall in Transitional Kindergarten
Corrected by May 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
Child 1, 2 and 3 were missing medication log for Epi-Pen. Child 2 was missing medication log for Benadryl.
Corrected by May 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.181(c) · 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 certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact and fee agreements for child 1, 4,5,6,7,8 and 9 were expired.
Corrected by May 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Continued non compliance from 10-29-24. Cots were not 2 feet on three sides in Toddler C and DPS
Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
During unannounced visit certification rep observed a child's medication (antibiotic) accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.55(a) · The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children.
During unannounced monitoring certification rep observed one staff with 9 children awake and moving around the classroom while 8 children were napping.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
During unannounced monitoring certification rep observed some of the mats in prek 1 were not at least 2 feet of space is required on three sides
Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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 unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff file. Staff 1 was missing pediatric first aid CPR.
Corrected by Oct 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #-1- will have until 9-23-24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-1-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #-1-, staff person #-1- may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #-1-- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: 10 hour health and safety training, and pediatric 1st aid CPR
Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · 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 # -1- 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.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed file for staff 1. Staff 1 was missing state police clearance from file
Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During unannounced visit certification rep asked to see file for staff 1. Staff 1 did not have their file on site. Copies of the files was emailed to assistant director. Corrected on site
Corrected by Aug 30, 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 unannounced visit certification rep reviewed fire drill log. Last fire drill conducted/ documented was 3/2024.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children shall be supervised at all times. The legal entity will contact ELRC 17 to arrange for Start up TA to conduct a minimum of 1 classroom observation in Toddler B classroom per month over a period of 4 months. The legal entity will work with the ELRC staff to implement any recommendations made from classroom observations.
During unannounced visit certification rep verified child #1 was not supervised by a qualified staff person. Staff #2 didn't know child #1 was taken out of the classroom.
Corrected by Aug 9, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children shall be supervised at all times. The legal entity will contact ELRC 17 to arrange for all staff to take in person supervision training presented by ELRC 17 staff.
Changing table is in a position that the staff can't see, hear, direct and assess.
Corrected by Aug 9, 2024
- 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. 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 unannounced visit certification rep verified child #1 was not supervised by a qualified staff person. Staff #2 didn't know child #1 was taken out of the classroom
Corrected by Aug 9, 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 unannounced visit certificate rep reviewed file for child 1. Fee agreement did not specify extra services provided.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 1 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Jul 24, 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 unannounced visit certification rep reviewed file for child 1. Emergency contact was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits,
Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a)(4) · The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed file for child 1. Child 1 was missing initial health assessment.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
- Violation
20.71(a)(7) · The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff file 1. Health assessment for staff 1 dated 5-31-24 was identical to the previous health assessment on file dated 9-10-22. It was verified by health care provider that staff was not seen at their facility on 5-31-24.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2024
- 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.
One year old child was left at the playground unsupervised for 10 minutes. Staff was unaware that the child was missing until they were notified by a parent.
Corrected by Jun 17, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and staff 9 were missing written evaluation.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep observed missing handwashing signed above the toilets in Preschool 1 and Prek-1.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep reviewed staff files. Emergency plan training for staff 9 was expired.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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 renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 pediatric first aid/ cpr expired on 3-2024.
Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. . Staff person #-1- will have until 5-10-24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-1-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #-1-, staff person #-1- may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 needs 10 hours health and safety training. Health and training for staff 1 was from 8-8-16.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- 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 # -2,3,4 and 6- 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 #-2,3,4 and 6-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 is missing FBI clearance. Staff 3 was missing state police clearance, FBI and NSOR. Staff 4 is missing NSOR. Staff 2 and 6 state police clearance was in pending status. Staff 1 was missing signed disclosure statement.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.34(b)(3) · A director shall have attained 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 3 years of experience with children.
During renewal inspection certification reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing degree/ transcripts. The transcripts on file did not have a conferred date.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2, 4 and 5 were missing 2 years of experience. Staff 5 was missing education.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- 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). 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 renewal inspection certification rep observed 12 children and 2 staff in Toddler C. The youngest child in the room was 1 year old. Certification rep observed 15 children and 2 staff in Preschool. The youngest child in the room was 2 years old.
Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing outlet cover in Prek 2 and infant room
Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed diaper cream (A&D ointment) accessible in the infant room
Corrected by Apr 15, 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 certification rep checked the first aid bag. The first aid bag in Young Toddler was missing tweezers and scissors, Twaddlers was missing tweezers
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
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/ plaster in the following rooms: Prek 2- plaster in the bathroom, Infants- plaster on the wall, Toddler B- plaster on the wall,
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
During renewal inspection, certification rep saw a ripped mats in the following rooms: Toddler B, DPS 2, Preschool, and Prek-1. One of the poles in the big playground had foam exposed.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the cribs less than 2 feet on three sides. The cribs had a sleeping baby.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
During renewal inspection certification rep did not see a daily schedule in Prek 2 and Infant room.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 5,9,10 and 11 were not signed by the operator. Fee agreement for child 6 was not signed by the parent.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for 6,9,10 and 11 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 6,9,10 and 11 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9 and10 were missing extra services. Child 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 and 10 were missing child service reports (CSR)/ observations.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 8 and 11 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 and 9 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. 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 1,2,6,7,8,9,10 and 11 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 10 was missing telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
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 file. Emergency contact for child 1 and 8 were missing work address of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact for child 10 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by May 1, 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 certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1,3,4,7,8,9, and 11 were missing addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child 2 was missing telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(f) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was expired.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. The following health assessments were expired. 3, 7,8 and 11 were expired.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Physical for staff 1 was from 1-2-2020. Staff 2 was missing physical and TB. Staff 3 was missing TB. Staff 7 needs updated physical. Physical on file for staff 7 is dated 9-10-22. Staff 7 date of hire is 10-2-23
Corrected by May 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 10 medication and special dietary information.
Corrected by May 2, 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 certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2,3 4 and 5 are missing 2 reference letters. Staff 8 needs 1 reference letter. Staff had a reference letter from her husband.
Corrected by May 2, 2024
- 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 renewal inspection certification rep reviewed fire drill log. there's no documented dated of when the fire alarm was tested.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 is missing 10 annual training hours. Staff 9 is missing 4 annual training hours.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- 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 certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 10 was missing initial health assessment.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
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 unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff file. Staff was missing physical and TB
Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
- 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.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff file. Annual evaluation on file was not dated
Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During unannounced visit certification rep verified that staff #1 delivered an uncovered pitcher consisting of hot soup to classroom Toddler A. Staff #1 left the hot soup on top of cart that was accessible to the children. Child #1 grabbed the pitcher and poured the hot soup on himself resulting in second degree burns.
Corrected by Apr 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children shall be supervised at all times. The legal entity will contact ELRC 17 to arrange for all staff to take in person supervision training presented by ELRC 17 staff.
Changing table is in a position that the staff can't see, hear, direct and assess.
Corrected by May 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children shall be supervised at all times. The legal entity will contact ELRC 17 to arrange for Start up TA to conduct a minimum of 1 classroom observation in Toddler B classroom per month over a period of 4 months. The legal entity will work with the ELRC staff to implement any recommendations made from classroom observations.
During unannounced visit certification rep verified child #1 was not supervised by a qualified staff person. Staff #2 didn't know child #1 was taken out of the classroom.
Corrected by May 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. 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 unannounced visit certification rep verified child #1 was not supervised by a qualified staff person. Staff #2 didn't know child #1 was taken out of the classroom.
Corrected by May 2, 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 renewal inspection on 5/18/23, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have verification of completing the updated Health and Safety training within the given timeframe of 12/30/22, issued by OCDEL. Staff persons #1 and #2 completed the 6-hour Health & Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification prior to 9/30/16, therefore the updated 10-hour training must be completed.
Corrected by Jun 12, 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 renewal inspection on 5/18/23, the file for staff persons #1 and #2 did not include in-person fire safety training, or online fire safety training from the PA Keys. The fire safety training present in the files was from another online source which is not acceptable.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- 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 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.
During renewal inspection on 5/18/23, the file for staff person #3 did not include all requirements under the CPSL. The file for staff person #3 did not include a complete Child Abuse Clearance, or application for the clearance, both of which are required by the first day of working with children. The file for staff person #3 also did not include an application for the NSOR verification certificate, which is required by the first day of working with children.
Corrected by May 19, 2023
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 5/18/23, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have documentation of receiving a staff evaluation within the past 12 months. Last evaluations on file are from 3/2022.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
During renewal inspection on 5/18/23, the file for staff person #4 had college transcripts that did not state a degree was completed/earned, and the diploma was not on file.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2023
- 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.
During renewal inspection on 5/18/23, the file for staff person #3 contained an initial health assessment that was more than 12 months old at the time of hire. Date on health assessment was 4/19/19. Also, staff persons #3 and #4 did not have verification of TB test results on file.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
3270.34(a)/3270.34(c) · A director is responsible for the general management of the facility, including the minimum duties described at §3270.34(a)(1) - (6). A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
At time of unannounced visit on 4/25/23, it was observed by cert rep and acknowledged by staff person #1 that the facility does not currently have a director.
Corrected by May 1, 2023
- Violation
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) · 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 requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
At time of unannounced visit on 4/25/23, at approximately 10:30 am, staff person #2 was observed working alone with 15 pre-school and school aged children, therefore compromising adequate supervision of all children.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. THE LEGAL ENTITY MUST ARRANGE FOR ALL FACILITY STAFF TO RECEIVE A MINIMUM OF TWO HOURS OF TRAINING THROUGH THE ELRC, REGARDING HOW TO HANDLE FRUSTRATION WHEN WORKING IN THE CLASSROOM WITH CHILDREN, AND APPROPRIATE RE-DIRECTION OF CHILDREN. THE SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE WILL MAKE THE TRAINING REFERRAL TO THE APPROPRIATE ELRC. TRAINING CONTENT WILL BE APPROVED BY THE SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE. DOCUMENTATION WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE BY THE TRAINER, AND WILL SHOW ALL STAFF PARTICIPATED IN THE REQUIRED TRAINING.
At time of investigation on 4/25/23, through self-reported non-compliance by the facility, it was found that staff person #1 was physically and verbally too aggressive with children, using inappropriate guidance and a harsh tone.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
At time of investigation on 4/25/23, through self-reported non-compliance by the facility, it was found that staff person #1 was physically and verbally too aggressive with children, using inappropriate guidance and a harsh tone.
Corrected by Apr 18, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
During complaint investigation, it was reported via ChildLine, and observed and acknowledged by two staff members, that staff person #1 "bopped" child #1 on the head with a wooden toy as a consequence because staff person #1 thought child #1 hit another child on the head.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
At time of complaint investigation on 3/3/23, staff person #1 and #2 acknowledged that staff person #3 used harsh language with child #1 on 2/21/23 during lunch and bathroom time, causing the child to be visibly upset.
Corrected by Mar 1, 2023
- Violation
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.
AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION, FACILITY SELF-REPORTED THAT ON 4/12/22, STAFF PERSON #1 GENTLY RESTRAINED A CHILD DUE TO THE CHILD KICKING THE STAFF PERSON AND OTHER CHILDREN.
Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jan 5, 2026 inspection noted: “During a Complaint Investigation on 01/05/2026, Certification Staff determined Staff Person #1 did not complete a written incident report immediately following…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Oct 22, 2025 inspection noted: “The door alarm in the infant room leading to the outdoor play space was not working. (corrected on site, Batteries changed). On 10-28-25, certification rep chec…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 6, 2025 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection certification rep observed a hole in the wall in Transitional Kindergarten” — what has changed since then?
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