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Home › PA › Cresson › Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown
421 Maple Ave, Cresson PA 16630 · License #CER-00248543 · Center · Child Care Center
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When they operate
Ages served
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
An individual record was not established for facility person #1.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
On 11/10/25 observed a first-aid kit on top of an approximately 3-foot bookcase located in the closet of the Sensory Room which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
On 11/10/25 the toilet and sink areas of the two bathrooms located in the School-Age Classroom lacked clean, lidded waste receptacles.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 11/10/25 observed two cracked magna tiles in the Preschool Room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
On 11/10/25 observed a two-section cubby in the corner to the left of the exit door which was not anchored in the Preschool Room creating a potential tipping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
On 11/10/25 the written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Preschool Room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
On 11/10/25 Staff #2 did not wash his/her hands before giving children a snack in the Young Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(5) · An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.
At approximately 12:05 PM Certification Staff observed Staff #1 feeding an infant less than 6 months of age a bottle while the infant was strapped in a bouncer seat while also holding another infant in his/her arm.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed Claire Disinfectant Spray Q Lemon Scent which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom drawer labeled "garbage bags" in the Older Toddler Room which was accessible to children. Observed Dove Deodorant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom drawer of the bathroom vanity in the Older Toddler Room which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water temperature at the bathroom sink in the Older Toddler Room was 130° F
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed approximately a 4-foot doll house in the School-Age Room which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard. Observed a chipped green LEGO base plate and chipped LEGOS in the Preschool Room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
Observed plastic bags in the top drawer labeled "grocery bags" in the Older Toddler Room which were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Observed garbage bags in the bottom drawer labeled "garbage bags" in the Older Toddler Room which were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
Observed a bottle not labeled with the child's name in the Infant Room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover in the 2nd cabinet to the left of the kitchen door in the School-Age Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
Observed Hosta in the fenced outdoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
The Sunroom lacked a first-aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed a dollhouse approximately 4 feet high in the School-Age Classroom which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
The sink in the Infant Room lacked platforms or steps to be easily approached by children using them
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed cracked BINGO buttons creating rough edges in the Preschool Room. Observed a cracked bin containing coloring books in the Preschool Room. Observed a wooden block with rough edges and splinters in the 2-year-old Room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed Clorox Bleach and Members Mark Disinfecting Wipes which Indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the sink in the Preschool Room which were accessible to children. Observed Family Wellness Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the cabinet beside the microwave which was accessible to children in the Preschool Room. Observed Purell Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the cabinet to the right of the refrigerator which was accessible to children in the Preschool Room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed peeling paint on the deck and posts of the outdoor play space. Observed approximately a 1-inch hole in the drywall to the right of the door leading from the Preschool Room to the 2-year-old Room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
Observed 2 foam letters with bite marks in the Preschool Room. Observed 3 blocks with exposed foam in the 2-year-old Room. Observed 2 blocks with exposed foam in the 1-year-old Room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Observed two cubbies which were not anchored by the dress up area in the Preschool Room creating a potential tipping hazard. Observed a small cubby in the corner which was not anchored in the Preschool Room creating a potential tipping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment dated 2/23/24 which did not include documentation of a physical examination.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment dated 2/23/24 which did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment dated 2/23/24 which did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment for Children #1. Child #1's date of admission was 6/10/24 with an agreement dated 8/14/24.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The Director provided documentation that the hypothetical location for the fire on 12/15/23 and 1/2/24 was the utility closet.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 11/1/23, 11/4/23, 12/1/23, 12/15/23, 1/1/24, 1/2/24, 2/1/24, 2/16/24, 3/1/24, 3/18/24, 4/1/24, 4/30/24, 5/1/24, 5/11/24, 6/1/24, 6/4/24, 7/1/24, 7/29/24, 8/1/24, 8/14/24, 9/1/24, 9/27/24, 10/1/24, and 11/1/24.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 kit in the facility's Pre-School room was observed to contain all required items except sterile gauze pads.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #1 was observed to contain an agreement that did not specify the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The facility was 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 displayed conspicuously in every child care space (Infant room, 1 year old room, 2-year-old room, Pre-school room).
Corrected Corrected by Jan 1, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Staff person #1 was observed diapering an infant and failed to wash the infant's hands once the diapering was completed.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 1, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.