Footprints Academy Llc

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.

2nd CITATION: The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of verification of two years' experience working with children; only 260 hours of childcare experience was documented. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/15/25

Corrected by Oct 24, 2025

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3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

2nd CITATION: The child file for Child #3 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked an admission date. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/15/25

Corrected by Oct 20, 2015

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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.

The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to have documentation of participating in emergency plan training however the document was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the training was received timely.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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). 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.

The staff file for Staff person #1 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement that was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the disclosure was signed in compliance with the Child Proctective Service Law (CPSL). The file for Facility person #2 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement dated 8/11/25 which was not signed at time of hire per the CPSL.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked proof of education as well as proper documentation of verification of two years' experience working with children; Staff person #1 self-disclosed that they filled out the employee verification form themselves.

Corrected by Oct 10, 2025

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3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

At approximately 10:15am outside in the play space 2 staff, 1 young toddler, and 3 preschool age children were observed playing and there was no first-aid kit.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

The Preschool Rooms outside to-go backpack, which contained the first-aid kit, was observed to lack soap, bandages, gauze pads, tweezers, and tape. The Infant/Toddler first-aid kit was observed to lack soap.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

The child file for Child #5 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked the names of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

The child file for Child #4 and Child #5 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked an admission date.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

The child file for Child #1 and Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the health insurance policy number. The child file for Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the health insurance name and policy number.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

The child file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the addresses for one or more of the designated release persons listed.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

At approximately 10:15am, outside in the play space, 2 staff and 1 young toddler and 3 preschool age children were observed playing and the emergency contact forms for the children were not present.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every childcare space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

The Infant/Toddler Room and the Preschool Room were observed to lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Corrected by Oct 10, 2025

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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.

The child file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, was observed to lack an updated health report; the most recent health report on file is dated 8/23/24 which is more than 12 months old.

Corrected by Oct 17, 2025

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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.

The file for Facility person #2, who is a volunteer, was observed to contain a health assessment and TB test dated 8/28/25 which is dated after their first day with children.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack signed parental consent for emergency medical care.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.182(5) · 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.

The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.182(8) · A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

The child file for Child #1 and Child #3 was observed to lack a copy of the initial financial agreement.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.183(a) · Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

The filing cabinet that contains the child files was observed to not be locked at time of inspection.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

The staff file for Staff person #2 was observed to lack one nonfamily reference.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.193(a) · Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

The filing cabinet that contains the staff files was observed to not be locked at time of inspection.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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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.

Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 6/18/25 to 7/20/25 (32 days).

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

The staff file for Staff person #2 was observed to lack pediatric first-aid/CPR.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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.

The facility lacked a comprehensive general liability insurance policy.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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). Staff 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. Staff Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as a valid Child Abuse clearance and a valid FBI clearance; a volunteer Child Abuse clearance and a DOE FBI clearance were on file which are not an acceptable clearance per the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL).

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as the Director, lacked documentation of one year of experience working with children.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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.

The staff file for Staff person #2 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of two years of experience working with children.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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.

The first-aid kits in both to-go bags were observed to lack scissors and gloves.

Corrected by May 12, 2025

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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.

The toilets in each of the bathrooms were observed to lack a handwashing sign.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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.

The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 was observed to lack a health assessment and tuberculosis screening test and results.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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.

The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were observed to lack two nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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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.

The facility lacked proof of receipt for their fire detection system as required per section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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