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Grace Learning Center
321 Rocky Grove Ave, Franklin PA 16323 · License #CER-00242812 · Child Care Center
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- 3-Star quality rating
- Does not accept Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 45 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.
The files for Staff Person #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of fire safety training conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected by May 26, 2026
- Violation
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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 did not include a DHS FBI clearance processed within the past 60 months. The file for Staff Person #3, a rehire did not include an updated disclosure statement for the date of their rehire (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by May 15, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 12 months between trainings.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The fee agreement in the file for Child #4 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The fee agreement in the file for Child #4 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The fee agreement in the file for Child #4 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement in the file for Child #4 did not specify the release persons.
Corrected by May 29, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #5 did not include the addresses of the release persons.
Corrected by May 15, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(a)(4)/3270.182(1) · The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations). A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The initial health report in the file for Child #1 was conducted when the child was in preschool and is not valid. The files for Child 3 and #4, who have been enrolled for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for Staff Person #3 does not include a health assessment conducted within the past 24 months.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
- Violation
3270.181(c) · 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.
The emergency contact forms and fee agreements in the five child files reviewed have not been updated by the parents in the past 6 months.
Corrected by May 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
The main child care space lacked a posted written schedule of daily activities.
Corrected by May 25, 2025
- Violation
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.
Staff person #2 was observed caring for children unsupervised. Staff #2 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics 1-9 and Pediatric CPR/First Aid. Only documentation of completing the online portion of the CPR/FA training is on file.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
- Violation
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.
The facility lacked a written policy and procedure for identification and prevention of abusive head trauma and child maltreatment as required by Announcement C-22-03.
Corrected by May 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The file for staff #3 contained 4 clearances and a disclosure statement completed after their first day in a childcare position (See LIS Code Sheet) The clearances were dated as follows; state police 9/20/24, child abuse 9/26/24, FBI 10/07/24, NSOR 10/10/24. The disclosure statement for staff #3 was dated 10/1/24.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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 facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff #3, designated as an assistant group supervisor on the staff data sheet, lacked documentation of the education and experience required to perform the position.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff #1 lacked a current evaluation. The file also lacked copies of any previous evaluations completed by the director.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
- Violation
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.
The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the address and telephone number for the child's physician. The Emergency contact form for child #4 did not include the name, address, or telephone number for the child's physician.
Corrected by Jun 4, 2025
- Violation
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.
The emergency contact form for child #4 did not include information on the child's special needs. The box was left blank.
Corrected by May 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form for child #4 did not include health insurance coverage or policy number for the child .
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
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.
The emergency contact form for child #2 lacked documentation of a review by the parent in the last 6 months. The emergency contact forms and agreements for children #1-5 were reviewed by the parents at intervals greater the 6 months, but are now current.
Corrected by May 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for staff #1 lacked a current heath assessment. The most recent health assessment in file was dated 7/17/19. The file for staff #3 contained an initial health assessment dated 9/23/24 which is after their first day in a child care position.
Corrected by May 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The most recent documented emergency drill was dated 4/05/24. A current drill is not on file.
Corrected by May 22, 2025
- Violation
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.
Multiple tests of the fire alarm system were more than 30 days apart. Based on the facility's log, the tests were conducted on the 17th of each month leading to 31 days between multiple tests over the last year.
Corrected by May 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #1 lacked documentation of 12 annual hours of training completed between 12/2023 and 12/2024.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
- Violation
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.
The files for children #1 and #4 lacked health reports. Both children have been enrolled over 60 days.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f)(1) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements within 90 days of hire. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #2 and #3 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 #2 and #3, staff persons #2 and #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Staff persons #2 and #3 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #2 has not completed topics 1-9 and lacks documentation of completed Pediatric CPR/First Aid. Only documentation of completing the online portion is on file. Staff #3 has not completed Pediatric CPR/First Aid.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 will have until 6/12/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid & CPR Training and Health & Safety Training.
Corrected by Aug 12, 2024
- Violation
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.
The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 lacked firesafety training that was completed in the past year. The firesafety training in the files are dated 7/5/22, 6/17/22, and 5/19/22.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person/facility person/volunteer #4 will have until 6/12/24 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person/facility person/volunteer #4, staff person/facility person/volunteer #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Feb 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The file for staff person #4 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid FBI Clearance and NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of being hired and was not removed from the schedule. The FBI Clearance was completed through the Department of Education and not the Department of Human Services and was dated 9/1/23. The DHS FBI clearance in the file was dated 2/13/24. The NSOR verification certificate in the file was dated 2/7/24.
Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #3 lacked a written staff evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous staff evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 2/8/23 and 5/1/24.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the parent's work address.
Corrected by Jun 17, 2024
- Violation
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.
The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included 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.
Corrected by Jun 17, 2024
- Violation
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.
The files for children #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked a parent review of the emergency contact information that was completed within 6 months of the previous parent review. The parent reviews of the financial agreement in the file for child #1 were dated 9/19/23 and 5/2/24. The parent reviews of the emergency contact information in the file for child #2 were dated 2/23/23 and 5/3/24. The parent reviews of the emergency contact information in the file for child #3 were dated 4/3/23 and 5/1/24. The parent reviews of the emergency contact information in the file for child #4 were dated 4/19/23 and 5/1/24.
Corrected by May 3, 2024
- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The health assessment in the file is dated 2/2/24.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The files for staff persons #1 and #4 lacked adult health assessments that included an examination for communicable diseases and the correct results of that examination.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.181(c) · 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.
The files for children #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked a parent review to the financial agreement within 6 months of the previous parent review. The parent reviews of the financial agreement in the file for child #1 were dated 9/19/23 and 5/2/24. The parent reviews of the financial agreement in the file for child #2 were dated 2/23/23 and 5/3/24. The parent reviews of the financial agreement in the file for child #3 were dated 4/3/23 and 5/1/24. The parent reviews of the financial agreement in the file for child #4 were dated 4/19/23 and 5/1/24.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2024
- Violation
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 Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30 day smoke detector checks. There were 31 days between 12/3/23 and 1/3/24, 31 days between 1/3/24 and 2/3/24, and 31 days between 3/2/24 and 4/2/24.
Corrected by May 14, 2024
- Violation
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.
The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 lacked the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Training being completed by 12/30/2022. The Pennsylvania Health and Safety Training in the files are dated 4/27/23.
Corrected by Apr 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for staff person #4 lacked Health & Safety training within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f) 1-10. The training in the file was dated 5/1/23.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 will have until 6/10/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid & CPR Training in an approved curriculum with a PQAS instructor
Corrected by Jul 15, 2023
- Violation
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. Facility Person #4 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
The file for staff person #2 lacked state police and child abuse clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The state police clearances in the file are dated 9/1/16 and 9/30/21. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 9/6/16 and 5/18/22. The file for staff person #4 lacked a disclosure statement prior to the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet) and lacked a valid FBI clearance. The disclosure statement in the file was dated 9/13/22. The clearance in the file was obtained through the Pennsylvania Department of Education instead of the Department of Human Services.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for child #5 lacked emergency contact information that included the telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for children #1 and #5 lacked emergency contact information that included the work addresses and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2023
- Violation
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.
The files for children #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked updated emergency contact information and financial agreement information that was updated 6 months from the previous 6 months.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The health assessment in the file is dated 4/24/23.
Corrected by Apr 24, 2023
- Violation
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 Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30 day smoke detector checks. There were 33 days between 1/4/23 - 2/6/23 and 37 days between 4/4/23 - 5/11/23.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff person #2 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There were 11 clock hours of child care training in the file. The file for staff person #3 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There were 3 clock hours of child care training in the file.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for staff persons #1 and #2 lacked firesafety training that was completed within the past year. The firesafety training in the file is dated 10/17/20.
Corrected by Jul 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person #1 shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 7/14/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #3 has not completed their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected by Jul 13, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff person #2 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed in the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 9/21/16.
Corrected by Jul 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #2 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed within the past 12 months. The staff evaluation in the file is dated 3/10/21.
Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The May 11, 2026 inspection noted: “The files for Staff Person #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of fire safety training conducted within the past 12 months.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 21, 2025 inspection noted: “The main child care space lacked a posted written schedule of daily activities.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 14, 2024 inspection noted: “Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid & C…” — what has changed since then?
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