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4170 Barrett Blvd, Ephrata PA 17522 · License #CER-00244000 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff persons #1 and #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGs who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #1 and #2, staff persons #1 and #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the ducks room. Staff persons #1 and #2 did not have documentation on file showing that they have completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
On 4/7/26, staff persons #1 and #2 were present with a group of 9 children in the Ducks room. Staff only accounted for 8 of the 9 children when asked to identify their assigned groups. On 4/16/26, staff persons #3 and #4 were present with a group of 8 children in the Bunnies room. Staff person #3 was unable to identify which specific children were in their assigned group. On 4/16/26, staff persons #5 and #6 were present with a group of 18 children in the Jaguars room. Staff person #5 identified the 10 children in her care group. Staff person #6 was able to identify 7 of the 8 children in her assigned group. When questioned, the staff person then identified 10 children as being in her care group. A third time, the staff person was able to list the 8 children in her care group.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: supervision. 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.
On 4/7/26, staff person #1 did not wash a child's hands after changing the child's diaper. On 4/16/26, staff person #3 did not wash a child's hands after changing the child's diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Staff person #2 completed professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation 158 days after start date.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/24/25, it was observed that staff person 8 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/24/25, it was observed that the facility emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/24/25, it was observed that staff Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications were not updated before they expired. Staff person 1 had a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 12/31/24 that was not updated until 6/26/25. Staff person 2 had a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 3/31/25 that was not updated until 6/26/25. Staff person 3 had a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 12/31/24 that was not updated until 6/26/25. Staff person 4 had a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 1/31/25 That was not updated until 2/19/25. Staff person 5 had a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 12/31/24 that was not updated until 6/26/25. Staff person 6 had a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file that expired on 12/31/24 that was not updated until 6/26/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 7/24/25, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 2 had a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) Certificate on file that expired on 1/3/25 that was not updated until 7/2/25. Staff person 2 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 2/2/25 that was not updated until 7/9/25. Staff person 3 had a NSOR Certificate on file that expired on 1/14/25 that was not updated until 7/15/25. Staff person 7 had a State Police clearance on file that expired on 6/10/25 that was not updated until 6/25/25. Staff person 7 had a Child Abuse clearance on file that expired on 6/11/25 that was not updated until 7/1/25. Staff person 7 had a NSOR Certificate on file that expired on 6/20/25 that was not updated until 6/25/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 2, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/24/25, it was observed that staff health assessments were not updated every 24 months. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 8/31/24 and an updated health assessment was not completed until 4/23/25. Staff person 4 had a health assessment on file that expired on 1/312/25 and an updated health assessment was not completed until 2/19/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/24/25, it was observed that child 4 did not have signed parental consent for minor first-aid procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
It was reported that staff person 1 restrained a child at naptime by putting their legs over the ankles of a child.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21/3270.76 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that there was exposed concrete which was sharp at the base of the curb on the preschool playground.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person 2 will have until _8/14/24__ to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 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 #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that staff person 3 had been employed for longer than 90 days and had not completed the health and safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Clearances were not updated or obtained timely. Disclosure Statements were not dated. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 4/25/24 that had not ben updated. Staff person 1 may not work in a child care position until their child abuse clearance has been updated. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 4/26/24 that was not updated until 7/1/24 and a FBI clearance on file that expired on 4/26/24 that was not updated until 7/2/24. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Staff person 4 had a state police clearance on file that expired on 1/9/24, a child abuse clearance on file that expired on 1/14/24, and a FBI clearance on file that expired on 2/12/24 that had not been updated. Staff person 4 may not work in a childcare position until their state police, child abuse, and FBI clearances have been updated. Staff person 5 did not have a date on their signed disclosure form . Staff person 7 did not have a date on their signed disclosure form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint and exposed plaster in the facility. Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the caterpillar classroom by the play kitchen. Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the duck classroom by the refrigerator. Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the zebra classroom under the calendar. Peeling paint/exposed plaster was observed in the Indoor Play area on the yellow wall by the trash can and on the green and blue walls.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that there was not sufficient protective surfacing under the embedded equipment on the preschool playground. Mulch depth measured approximately 2-5 inches in various fall zones where there should have been at least 9 inches of mulch.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that child 5 and 7 had medications present and no medication log was available.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that staff person 3 had a health assessment on file that expired on 1/10/24 that was not updated until 6/17/24.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that child 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8 did not have signed parental consent for minor first-aid on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that staff person 8 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #5 will have until _8/14/24__ to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
On 7/29/24, it was observed that staff persons did not complete pediatric first aid and CPR training in their first 90 days of hire. Staff person 2 had First Aid/CPR training on file dated 7/8/24 which was not within their first 90 days of employment. Staff person 5 did not have documentation of First Aid/CPR training on file and was past their first 90 days of employment. Staff person 6 had First Aid/CPR training on file dated 7/8/24, which was not within their first 90 days of employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(b) · A facility person may not disclose information concerning a child or family, except in the course of inspections and investigations by agents of the Department.
On 12/6/23, Staff person 1 admitted to discussing a specific child's behavior with another childcare provider.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.184(b) · Release or dissemination of information in a child's record may be made by the operator and only with written parental consent. When file material is released, the person who authorized the release shall record in the child's file the information specified at §3270.184(b)(1)-(5).
On 12/6/23, Staff person 1 admitted to discussing a specific child's behavior with another childcare provider.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 7/13/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1did not update their clearances within 60 months. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance that expired on 3/21/23 and was not updated until 6/30/23. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance that expired on 3/10/23 and was not updated until 7/6/23. Staff person 1 had a state police clearance that expired on 3/12/23 and was not updated until 6/30/23. Mandated Reporter training was not updated within 60 months for staff person 1 and 2. Staff person 1 had a mandated reporter training that expired on 3/3/18 and was not updated until 6/30/23 Staff person 2 had a mandated reporter training that expired on 4/3/22 and was not updated until 6/29/23.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
On 7/13/23 it was observed that toxics were accessible to children in the Caterpillar Classroom (children are ages 3-4). Sunscreen and hand sanitizer was observed in multiple child cubbies that are low enough to be accessible to the children. CORRECTED ON SITE
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On 7/13/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the green and blue walls of the indoor play area.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 7/13/23, it was observed that staff person 3 did not have acceptable verification of education on file. Staff person 3 had an education document from another country that had not been translated.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 8/17/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 1 had a Mandated Reporter training on file that expired on 4/15/20 that was not updated until 7/7/22. Mandated Reporter training must be updated every 60 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that disinfecting spray and diaper creams were accessible to children in the lower unlocked cabinet of the changing table in the Ducks (younger toddlers) classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed longer than 1 year and did not have annual emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that First Aid kits were accessible to children in the Jaguar, Monkey, Butterfly, and Caterpillar classrooms. First Aid kits were stored on the floor or low table by the exit door to the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that handwashing signs were not posted at the sinks in the children's bathroom in the Jaguar classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that fee amounts were not listed on the agreement forms for child 4 and 9.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that information on the child's special needs were not listed on the emergency contact form for child 4.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that medication (an inhaler) was stored in the unlocked emergency bag on the floor by the exit doors to the playground in the Monkey classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that staff health assessments and TB tests were not obtained in a timely manner. Staff person 2 had a health assessment and TB test on file, dated 5/18/21, that was more than 12 months old at their start date. A health assessment and TB test must be within 12 months prior to starting in a childcare position. Staff person 3 was observed working with children and did not have a health assessment and TB test on file. Staff persons must have a health assessment and TB test on file prior to starting in a childcare position.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that signed parental consent for minor first aid for child 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have verification of education on file. Proof of education is required before a staff enters a childcare position.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that the facility emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with chronic medical conditions. Infants, toddlers, and children with chronic medical conditions were observed in care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 2/24/22 a child entered the classroom from the playground unnoticed by the staff persons 1 and 2. Child 1 was part of staff person 1's primary group. Staff person 1 did not know the whereabouts of one of the children in their primary group for approximately 1 minute until the child was observed through the window. Facility has large glass windows and doors that child could be observed through.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.