Ancona Montessori School-Drexel Hill Bra

3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, certification representative observed damaged areas of the ceiling in need of repair in the PreK 3 room.

Corrected by Dec 29, 2025

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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 on December 11, 2025, certification representative observed areas of chipped paint in the Toddler room.

Corrected by Dec 29, 2025

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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 on December 11, 2025, the record of child #1 did not contain a health assessment within 12 months of the previous health assessment.

Corrected by Dec 29, 2025

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3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. 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.

During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, the health assessment of child #2 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease, or 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.

Corrected by Dec 29, 2025

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3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

During renewal inspection on December 11, 2025, the facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations of toddlers, children with disabilities or children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected by Dec 29, 2025

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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.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed 13 older toddlers with one teacher and 14 preschool children with one teacher.

Corrected by Jan 26, 2024

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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 the time of inspection, the facility's plan did not include continuity of operations planning as required under pertinent laws and regulations.

Corrected by Jan 26, 2024

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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.

At the time of inspection, staff person #2,3,4,5 and 6 did not have verification of annual firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

Corrected by Jan 29, 2024

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for out of State clearance history information as required under the CPSL.

Corrected by Jan 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.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed 14 older toddlers with one teacher and 16 preschool children with one teacher. Continuous non-compliance.

Corrected by Jan 10, 2024

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3270.151(a) · 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.

At the time of inspection, staff person # 1 did not have verification of a valid health assessment.

Corrected by Jan 29, 2024

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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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22, the file for staff person #1 hired 11/01/22 did not contain out of state clearances.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2023

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

During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 there was missing outlet observed in 4yo classroom.

Corrected by Dec 8, 2022

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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 the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 there was a fragrance plug observed behind the rocking chair in the 4yo classroom.

Corrected by Dec 8, 2022

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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.

During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 was missing health insurance policy number.

Corrected by Dec 9, 2022

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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.

During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22, the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain verification of education.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2023

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3270.15(b) · The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance issued by the Department under this chapter.

During the renewal inspection on 12/08/22 provider was unable to furnish certificate of occupancy.

Corrected by Dec 9, 2022

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