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 4/16/2026, there were two electrical outlets in the center room and in the Discovery preschool B room that did not have a protective cover on them and they were accessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, it was observed that 10 mats in the Multi A Room had styrofoam exposed, and there were 3 mats in Discovery Pre-School B room that were split open.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, it was observed that in Toddler B room, 2s A Room, Multi C Room, and Multi Room B that the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #1, child #6, and child #8 were viewed and the financial agreement for child #1 was not signed by the parent, and the Financial Agreement for child #8 did not have the operator's signature.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #4, child #5, child #6, child #7, child #8, child #9 and child #10 were viewed and the Financial Agreement did not include an admission date.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the file for child #2 was viewed and did not include an Emergency Contact Form.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the file for child #8 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2026

Category: health medication. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #1, child #4, and child #10 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the enrolling parent information.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #6, child #7, child #8, and child #9 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by the parent for the facility to administer emergency medical care.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 4/16/2026, the files for child #7, and child #8 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the health insurance coverage and the policy number.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #1, child #3, child #6, and child #7 were viewed and the release person's information on the Emergency Contact Form did not include the addresses of the release persons.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · 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. 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 the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the file for child #1 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form and the Financial Agreement were not updated within a 6-month period. The most recent Emergency Contact Form was dated 9/19/25, and the Financial Agreement was dated 10/12/25.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #6, child #7, and child #8 were viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include a signed parental consent for the facility to administer minor first aid.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

During the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #1, child #4, child #5, child #6, child #8, and child #10 were viewed and did not contain parental consent signatures for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2026

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/16/2026, the files for child #5, child #6, child #8, child #9, and child #10 were viewed and did not include a health assessment and the children have been enrolled for more than 60 days. (See code sheet for start date.)

Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.79 · Weapons, firearms and ammunition are prohibited in a child care center.

During a complaint investigation on 3/25/2026, it was found that staff #1 carried a firearm into the facility in her personal handbag.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During the unannounced inspection on 3/25/2026, it was observed that the exit from room 2A was obstructed by a trash bag.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

During the complaint investigation on 3/19/2026, it was found that staff #1 used harsh and demeaning language towards child #1

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2026

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.

During the unannounced inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that the toxic substance Aquaphor cream was on top the changing table in the Toddler B room and multi-purpose cleaning solution was on the cabinet in Multiroom B. The toxic substances were accessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During an unannounced inspection on 3/2/2026, it was observed that a curled up poster board project was blocking the exit.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

During an announced inspection on 9/10/25, it was observed that there was not a first aid kit in the center room.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2025

Category: health medication. 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.

During an announced inspection on 9/10/25, it was observed that a corner shelf, a bookshelf, and a cubby shelf in the center room were not attached to the floor or the wall, and they were a tipping hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2025

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.

During the Allocated Unannounced monitoring inspection on 6/25/2025, it was observed in Multi Age Room A that there was TB Disinfectant cleaner on top of a bookcase and there was Aveeno lotion on the staff desk. In the hallway bathroom near the office there was Colvent Cleaner solution on the floor, and Vaseline Lotions, and Energy Air Freshener and the toxics were accessible to the children

Corrected Corrected by Jun 25, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During the Allocated Unannounced monitoring inspection on 6/25/2025, it was observed that a utility cart was blocking the outdoor exit in the center room near the kitchen.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 25, 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.

During the Allocated Unannounced monitoring inspection on 6/25/2025, it was observed that there were 8 resting mats in Multi Age room B that were split at the seams, there was a rolled-up rug on the floor in the walkway in the center room that was a tripping hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 25, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that there was chipped paint on the doorway of the 2B room, and there was a hole in the wall near the cot list in Multi A room.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, the file for child #2 was viewed and there was no parental consent signature authorizing the facility to administer medications on the Emergency Contact Form.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 45 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff person #1, staff #3, staff #6, and staff #7 must be supervised when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff #1, staff #3, staff #6, and staff #7, then staff #1, staff #3, staff #6, and staff #7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, the files for staff #1, staff #3, staff #6, staff #7 were viewed, and the file for staff #1 did not have the CPR/First aid training completed. Staff #3 did not complete the Health and Safety Training, and the CPR/First Aid training, staff #6 did not complete the Health and Safety Training, and staff #7 did not complete CPR/First Aid Training

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Staff #3, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6, staff #7, staff #8, Staff #9, and staff #10 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During a renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the files for staff #3, staff #4, staff #5, staff #6, staff #7, staff #8, Staff #9, and staff #10 were viewed and the file for staff #3 did not include Mandated Reporter Training and the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearances. The file for staff #4 had a PA State Police Criminal Background Clearance dated 1/24/20, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 3/11/20, and a Mandated Reporter Training that was dated 2/9/20. These clearances and Mandated Reporter trainings have not been updated within the 60-month period. The file for staff #5 had a PA State Police Criminal Background Clearance dated 10/16/19, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 10/28/19, an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance dated 6/18/19, an NSOR dated 1/15/20, and a Mandated Reporter training dated 88888. The file for staff #6 does not include either a PA State Criminal Background Clearance or an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance which is required on hire date, as required at by the regulations. The file for staff #7 does not include a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance (NSOR), and an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance. The file for staff #8 has a PA State Criminal Background Clearance and a Child Abuse Clearance dated 2/26/20, an NSOR dated 1/16/20, and an FBI Fingerprinting Clearance dated 3/4/20. These clearances have not been updated within a 60-month period. (ss code sheet for hire date)

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2025

Category: background checks. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in Toddler room B there was an uncovered plug near the doorway, in room 2A there was an outlet near the orange cabinet, in 2B Room there was an outlet near the storage bins, in the school age Kindergarten room there were four outlets uncovered. The electrical outlets were uncovered and accessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in Toddler B room there was Industrial Bathroom Cleaner and Desitin in the basket on the floor in the bathroom and they were accessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in Multi B room that there was a mop bucket with a unidentified dirty substance that was not labeled and it was accessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.75(d) · One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that room 2B staff did not take a first aid kit or the additional items specified in 3270.75(c) when they went outside with them when they went to the outside play space.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in the School Age room bathroom there were many pieces of toilet paper on the floor and the toilet bowl was very dirty and unsanitary.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in the Toddler B room there were two mats ripping at the seams being used to block the sunlight coming in the windows, in 2B room the top of a bookcase near the door had spillage stains on it, in Multi A room there were six resting mats peeling at the seams and the wooden square reading block was missing screws and the wooden sides were detaching from each other making it a safety hazard and the play couch is peeling and the Styrofoam interior is exposed, and in Multi B room, nine resting mats were splitting at the seams.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in Toddler B room the resting mats numbers list was blank and had no children's names to identify individual usage of mats.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that the refrigerator in the infant room did not have an operating thermometer in it.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: nutrition. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the file for child #2 and child #8 did not designate a person to whom the facility can release the children to, nor did it have the designee address and phone numbers.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the files for child #2, and child #8 were viewed and did not have a physician's name documented on the Emergency Contact Form.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the file for child #2 was viewed and there was no parental written consent authorizing the facility to administer emergency medical care for the child.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the file for child #2 was viewed and the Emergency Contact Form did not include the telephone numbers and addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(d) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that in 2B room when the children went outside, the staff did not take the Emergency Contact Forms with them.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · 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. 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 the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the files for child #3, child #4, child #6, child #7, child #9, and child #10 were viewed and the emergency contact information and the financial agreement were not updated at least once in a 6-month period. The information for child #3 was last updated on 9/30/24, for child #4 it was updated on 5/23/24, for child #6 it was updated on 6/3/24, for child #7 the documentation was last updated on 6/3/24, child #9 was updated on 9/10/24, and child #10 was last updated on 7/23/24.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the files for child #1, child #5, child #7, were viewed and an updated Health Assessment was not completed within a 12-month period. The last assessment for child #1 was dated 2/26/24, for child #5 the assessment was dated 12/22/23, and the assessment for child #7 was dated 3/18/24.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: health medication. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, it was observed that staff #11 did not wash child #11 after a diaper change.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, the files were viewed for staff #1, staff #2, and staff #5 and the most up to date Health Assessment for each staff was dated past 24 months. Staff #1 was dated 8/19/22, staff #2 was dated 3/31/23, and staff #5 was dated 10/9/21.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: health medication. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, the files for child #3, child #7, and child #10 were viewed and there was no signature on the Emergency Contact Form giving parental consent for the facility to administer minor first aid.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).

During the renewal inspection on 4/23/2025, the assistant director could not provide annual documentation that stated that the fire detection system was tested and was operable, and staff was unable to perform an onsite test of the fire detection system.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/23/25, the files for child #9 was viewed and did not have an initial Health Assessment obtained within 60 days of the child's start date. The start date for child #9 was 9/10/24.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

On 4/23/2025 a complaint was investigated and it was found that staff #1 used physical punishment on child #1 by grabbing the child's arm and pushing the child back into the student line.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 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.

During a follow up inspection on 11/20/2024 it was observed that in the bathroom outside the office there was Clorox wipes on the back of the toilet, and it was accessible to the children. (Continued non-compliance from the unannounced inspection conducted 10/9/2024.)

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During a follow up inspection on 11/20/2024, it was observed that the outside exits in every room except Multi A room, were obstructed by toys, and mop and buckets, and art supplies. (Continued non-compliance from the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/9/2024).

Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.20(a)(1) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.

During the complaint investigation on 10/9/2024, it was found that staff #1 did not immediately notify the regional office within 24 that a child had been hospitalized.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the complaint investigation on 10/9/2024 it was found that staff #1 was not properly supervising the children. A child injury that occurred could not be explained.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

During the complaint investigation on 10/9/2024 it was found that staff #1 spoke in a harsh and demeaning manner to child #1.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

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.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that one electrical outlet was not covered in the School Age A room.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

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.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that toxic substances were accessible to children in the School Age A room, the Toddler A room, and the Infant room. In the School Age A room there was a disinfectant restroom cleaner on top of the bookcase, in the Toddler A room there was Vaseline on the changing table, and in the Infant room there was Aquaphor and CVS ointments on the changing table.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that there is wood chipping near the back door trim in the Toddler B room.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that the exit was obstructed by a chair in the Multi A room, and a bucket in the Toddler A room.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 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.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that a shelf in the School Age A room was not secure to the wall and was a tipping hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that the cots in the Discovery Preschool room, and the Multi Age B room were not labeled with each child's name or number for use by each child, and there was no number list posted.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/9/2024, it was observed that a crib in the infant room only had 2 feet of space on two sides while child #1 was sleeping in it.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.34(a)(2) · A director is responsible for administering the facility's program objectives and activities.

During a complaint investigation on 7/24/2024 it was found that the director does not offer assistance to staff dealing with children with difficult behaviors in the classroom.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

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 #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 will have until 8/8/2024 to complete the required pre-service Trainings. ). Until such time as the required trainings have been completed, Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #7 must be supervised when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise any of the 6 staff persons, then that particular staff person may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 7/24/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files of staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #7. Staff persons #2, #4, and #7 have not completed the 10 hour Health and Safety Training. Staff persons #1, #2, #4, and #5 have not completed the Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training. The Pediatric CPR/First Aid for staff person #3 expired on 3/1/2024. The staff persons have been employed for more than 90 days.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff persons #1, #4, #5, #6, and #7 must not work in a childcare position until CPSL clearances are obtained. Staff person #1, #2, #4, and #5 will complete the required Mandated reporter training.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection dated 7/24/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff persons #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, and #7 (hire date see code sheets), did not include a National Sex offender Certificate. Staff persons #1, #2, #4, and #5 (hire date see code sheets), have not completed the Mandated reporter Training. T

Corrected Corrected by Jul 24, 2024

Category: background checks. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff #8, and there was no evidence that staff person #8 received any training for emergency planning.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the staff files for staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #7. There was no evidence produced, upon request, that staff person # 2, #3, #4, #5, #7 received fire safety training within a 12-month period.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the files for staff #7, #5, and #6, and the 1-hour Health and Safety Update Training was not produced upon request for staff person #7. Verification that the CPR/ First Aid Training had been completed was not produced upon request, for staff #5, and #6, (See code sheet for St date.)

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility person #1 must not work in a childcare position until CPSL clearances are obtained.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, the file of staff person #1 was viewed and an updated Child Abuse Clearance was not present. The Child Abuse Clearance in the file was dated 3/22/18 which is past the 60 month requirement to renew it.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Category: background checks. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative observed that two electrical outlets in the School Age room did not have a protective receptacle cover on them.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

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.

During renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative observed Restroom cleaner on the back of toilet in the hallway near the office, and glass and multipurpose cleaners next to the changing table in the toddler B room. The toxics were accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative observed that the proper handwashing signs were not at each changing table in the facility as required.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative observed that the exit in the Toddler A room was obstructed by a midsize toy truck that was being stored in the area. The toy could have easily been picked up and moved away from the door.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative observed that two mirrors on back wall in Toddler B room, and the top of cubby in Toddler A Room were soiled, the rug in Room 2A near the sink was curled up from one corner and was a tripping hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative observed that the bookcase in the School Age Room was a tipping hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #4 and the Emergency Contact Form did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the files for child #2 and child #3 and there was no health insurance Coverage and policy number listed on the Emergency Contact Forms.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for staff person #4 did not include a current Health Assessment dated within the last 24 months. The previous Health Assessment was dated 4/5/21.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #4 and there was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for child #4 and the child's emergency contact form did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: transportation. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the file for staff #5 and it did not include two non-family references.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/4/2024, Certification Representative viewed the files for child #1 and child #2 and the record reviewed did not include an initial health report. and both children have been enrolled for more than 60 days. (See code sheet for St. dates).

Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During complaint investigation on 1/18/2024, it was found that staff person #1 fed child #1 a milk bottle that contained breast milk that belonged to another child.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 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. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 will have until 2/1/2024 to complete the required pre-service Trainings. Until such time as the required trainings have been completed, Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 must be supervised when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise any of the 5 staff persons, then that particular staff person may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During the unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/18/2024, certification representative reviewed staff person #1-5 files and pre-service trainings were not completed. Staff person #1 and staff person #3 had CPR training from the National CPR foundation and it is an online only course and is not acceptable per the 3270 regulations. Staff person #2 has not completed the 1 Hr. Health and Safety Update 2022 training, the Mandated Reporter Training and their Pediatric CPR/First Aid expired on 3/31/23. Staff person #4, and 5 have not completed the 10 Hr. Health and Safety Training, required per the 3270 regulations to be completed within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for all start dates).

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: supervision. 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.

Certification representative completed an unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/18/2024 and observed that in the Pre-k B room, and the school age room had electrical outlets that did not have protective covers in them and the outlets were accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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.

Certification representative completed an unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/18/2024 and observed that in the Pre School 3yr old room, the Pre-K A room there were toxics cleaning substances on the shelf and they were accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Certification representative completed an unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/18/2024 and observed that 14 mats outside Pre-K B room were splitting open and the mat was exposed.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

At the time of the renewal inspection, the following staff did not have the completed NSOR Clearance: Staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, and staff #4.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2023

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.33(a)/3270.35(b) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4).

Staff person #5 is employed as a Group Supervisor and she is not qualified to perform in the position.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2023

Category: supervision. 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.

The toddler's outdoor play area ground surfaces were in disrepair, and the roof-overhead in the space was covered in tarp. The disrepair wood beam structures used to hold/ support the overhead roof was rotted and no longer stabilized within the ground's concrete. The hallway ceiling-light fixture was detaching from the ceiling and needs repair.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

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.

The toddler's outdoor play area ground surfaces were in disrepair, and the roof-overhead in the space was covered in tarp. The disrepair wood beam structures used to hold/ support the overhead roof was rotted and no longer stabilized within the ground's concrete.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children.

On date of inspection, the outdoor play yard contained 30 pre-school age children playing and using the entire play area. However, all the staff assigned to their groups were seated together and not supervising the children. CR observed children engaged in unsafe play while climbing and hanging off equipment with multiple children, as well as physically aggressive and intimidating peer play and bullying. These behaviors while in direct view of the assigned staff persons were completely ignored.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2023

Category: supervision. 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 must 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.

During the on-site renewal inspection the following conditions were observed: Peeling/ damaged paint on the walls, doors, and surfaces throughout the facility. The flooring tiles due to long term use contained cracks and dirt-stained appearance. The outside play yard contained trash, debris, overgrown weeds and ivy on the fencing and ground; During outside play a young toddler was observed pulling weeds off the fence attempting to put it in his mouth, director notified the supervising staff of the concern. Rest equipment mats were in disrepair.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2022

Category: supervision. 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.

Staff person #1 did not have a certificate of completion for Emergency training in their file.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2021

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). 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 # -- 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.

Staff Person #1, a provisional hire, was beyond his 45 days having no NSOR in his file. The receipt showing the application had been made was in the file but there was no report.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

The school age classroom is operating regularly out of ratio. The classroom merges with the 5 year olds, reducing the ratio to 10:1. More than 3 days out of the week, the classroom exceeds 20 students at one given time. Mr. Andrew and Ms. Mariely are the staff in the room and are forced to supervise out of ratio. When they told the director Ms. Selina they were out of ratio, they were told the cook would come in when she was finished her kitchen duties.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.