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Greensburg Early Care And Education Center
OLD TAYLOR STREET SCHOOL 535 TAYLOR STREET, Greensburg PA 15601 · License #CER-00249873 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (724) 836-0099
- Website
- www.shchildservices.org
- Address
- OLD TAYLOR STREET SCHOOL 535 TAYLOR STREET, Greensburg PA 15601 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 155 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 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. Until such time as the required pre-service training is completed, Staff Persons #1 and #2 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 persons available to supervise Staff Persons #1 and #2, Staff Persons #1 and #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Based on review of video footage, Staff Person #1 was caring for a child in the hallway outside of Room 19 and has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR training. Based on observation during the inspection, it was determined that Staff Person #2 was caring for 3 children (1 young toddler and 2 older toddlers) in Room 19 without a qualified staff person present and has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR training.
Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Based on the facility's self-reported noncompliance, staff statements, and a review of video footage, it was determined that at approximately 12:22 p.m., Staff Person #1 and Child #1 were in the hallway outside of Room 19. Staff Person #1 bent down to speak with Child #1. During the interaction, Staff Person #1 pulled on Child #1's left arm, causing the child to lose balance, and remained in close proximity to the child's face while speaking. When Child #1 turned their head away, Staff Person #1 squeezed the child's cheeks and repeatedly turned the child's head back toward them.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for an Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol medication for child #1 and child #2.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered electrical outlet in room 18.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
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.
There was a Vaseline and a Aquaphor label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children.in a cubby located on the hallway on the second floor. The area is used for the parents to drop off the children. the children walk through to get the bathroom.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
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.
There was a hand sanitizer in a cabinet that contained snacks in room 21.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
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.
There several holes on the playground surfacing creating tripping hazards.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the board border on room 21. There was peeling paint on the wall by the fire exit door in room 18.
Corrected by Oct 7, 2025
- Violation
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.
There was a cracked clear bin in room 18. There was a broken bin in room 21. There was a cracked bin room 16. there was a cracked clear bin in room 11.
Corrected by Oct 6, 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.
According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 7/10/25-8/11/25 and 8/11/25-9/1225.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
Based on a facility self-report and staff statements, on 9/29/25 at approximately 12:50 p.m., Staff #1 and #2 were supervising 12 preschool aged children in Room 17. The staff and children left the room to go to the bathroom. Child #1, a preschool aged child, was left alone in Room 17 for approximately 3-5 minutes while the staff and other children were in the bathroom. Another staff discovered Child #1 alone in the room.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2025
- Violation
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. TIERED LIS: 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. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity will require all staff persons at the facility to complete a training regarding Supervision that includes supervision during room transitions. The training must be offered by ELRC 4, in-person and a minimum of 2 hours. The training must be completed within 3 months of the approval of this plan of correction. The training must be approved by the Department prior to implementation. Upon completion of the training, staff training documentation will be provided to the OCDEL-DHS representative by email. The training may count towards the mandatory 12 training hours required by the Department. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be complete.
Based on a facility self-report and staff statements, on 9/29/25 at approximately 12:50 p.m., Staff #1 and #2 were supervising 12 preschool aged children in Room 17. The staff and children left the room to go to the bathroom. Child #1, a preschool aged child, was left alone in Room 17 for approximately 3-5 minutes while the staff and other children were in the bathroom. Another staff discovered Child #1 alone in the room.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
- Violation
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.
Based on a facility self-report and staff statements, on 9/29/25 at approximately 12:50 p.m., Staff #1 and #2 were supervising 12 preschool aged children in Room 17. The staff and children left the room to go to the bathroom. Child #1, a preschool aged child, was left alone in Room 17 for approximately 3-5 minutes while the staff and other children were in the bathroom. Another staff discovered Child #1 alone in the room.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Based on review of documentation in child's record, staff served child yogurt after being informed by parent that child was allergic to dairy.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(8) · If a special diet is prescribed for a child and if the diet is administered to the child, written instructions and the parent's written consent shall be retained in the child's file.
Based on review of documentation in child's record, staff served child yogurt after being informed by parent that child was allergic to dairy.
Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #-1may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff #1 lacked a current State Police clearance. The previous State Police clearance was dated 9/16/19.
Corrected by Oct 7, 2024
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
The file for staff #3, identified as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years of experience with children. The file contained a high school diploma and verification of 1.6 years of experience with children.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.
There was a hole on the 1st window screen to the left in room 11. There was a hole on the 1st and 2nd window screen in room 12. There was a hole on the 2nd window screen in room 16.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2024
- Violation
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.
There was a yellow cracked bin in room 11. There was a clear cracked bin in room 14. There was a clear cracked bin in room 17.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
Rooms #11, and 12 lacked an emergency transportation plan.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
There was a Cera Ve Eczema Relief Creamy oil that lacked the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 health report for staff # 2 lacked that date when the TB test was read.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2024
- Violation
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.
A picture of a child in care was posted on the Facility Facebook page without the parent's consent.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
It was self-reported by the operator that on 11/1/23, staff #1 pulled child #1 up off the ground by the child's arm, when the child refused to transition back to the classroom.
Corrected by Nov 2, 2023
- Violation
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.
A bottle of hand sanitizer labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children was observed on a low shelf accessible to children in Classroom 17.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
- Violation
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.
A handwashing sign was missing from the changing table in Classroom 12 and the potty chairs in Classrooms 18 and 19.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
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.
One cracked bin with a sharp edge was observed in Classroom 17.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The PA child abuse clearances on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 60 months between updates. The PA child abuse clearances on file were dated 1.16.18 and 10.18.23
Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked 1.5 of their 12 hours of annual child care training.
Corrected by Nov 8, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff Person #7 lacked emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The training was completed 99 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
A potty chair that had been filled with kitty litter was observed in Classroom 18. Young and Older Toddlers were present in the classroom. The kitty litter pieces had a diameter of less than 1 inch.
Corrected by Nov 13, 2023
- Violation
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.
The rest equipment in Classrooms #12 and #19 were observed to be labeled with numbers however a chart was not in place to identify which number belonged to which child.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
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.
* At approximately 1:53 pm in Classroom 12 an Older Toddler was observed sleeping on rest equipment behind a shelfing unit. Staff Person's #3 and #9 were unable to see the child from their positions in the classroom. At approximately 2:00 pm in Classroom 21 Staff Person #8 identified being responsible for a preschool child who was observed to be sleeping on rest equipment behind a shelving unit. Staff Person #8 was unable to see the child from their position in the classroom.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(a) · ** The operator will develop a layout of all rooms in which napping occurs to include positioning of the stationary staff, furniture placement and movement (if necessary) and rest equipment. This layout must allow for all staff in the room to see, hear, direct and assess each child in the room.
** At approximately 1:53 pm in Classroom 12 an Older Toddler was observed sleeping on rest equipment behind a shelfing unit. Staff Person's #3 and #9 were unable to see the child from their positions in the classroom. At approximately 2:00 pm in Classroom 21 Staff Person #8 identified being responsible for a preschool child who was observed to be sleeping on rest equipment behind a shelving unit. Staff Person #8 was unable to see the child from their position in the classroom.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- 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 #2 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance.
Corrected by Nov 7, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for Child #1 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection. Verification of a scheduled appointment was obtained on 10.27.23,
Corrected by Oct 31, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The health report on file for Child #3 lacked information related to if the child is able to participate in child care, free from communicable diseases, and that they had age-appropriate screenings were conducted since the time of the previous health report.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.134(f) · Toothbrushes shall be stored with the bristles up and exposed to circulating air.
In Classroom 18 toothbrushes were observed to have toothbrush covers that did not allow the bristles to be exposed to circulating air.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
The garbage can in Classroom 12 at the changing table was observed to have soiled diapers however the lid was not opening using the hands-free foot pedal.
Corrected by Oct 27, 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 health assessments on file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 6.28.21 and 8.29.23.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification of education to qualify them for the position they were reported to perform. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked verification of acceptable education credits and experience to qualify them for the position they were reported to be performing.
Corrected by Nov 2, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff Person #2 and #6 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily references. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Nov 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
The facility self-reported noncompliance stating that on 4.12.23 Staff Person #1 was observed on outside video surveillance to lift Child #1 up by the hand from the child's seated position on the ground. Child #1 was observed to drop to the ground again at which time Staff Person #1 is observed to drag the child across the ground by their hand for approximately 2 seconds before releasing the child's hand.
Corrected by May 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
The facility self-reported noncompliance reporting that at approximately 12:15pm on January 18, 2023 Staff Person's #1 and #2 were transitioning a group of Preschool children from the restroom to Classroom #11. During this transition Child #1 was left alone in the restroom. Staff Person #3 was present in the Classroom upon their return and began to call the children for lunch. Staff Person #3 observed that Child #1 was not present and Staff Person #2 reported not knowing where she was. Staff Person #3 left the classroom to check the restroom and found Child #1 in a restroom stall. During the time that Child #1 was in the restroom a Staff Person was not present to meet the required Staff:Child ratio. Staff Person #2 was also reported to leave the Classroom to retrieve something from the FRS Room which resulted in Staff Person #1 being present with 11 preschool age children. The Staff:Child ratio for Preschool children is 1:10.
Corrected by Feb 8, 2023
- Violation
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.
The facility self-reported noncompliance reporting that at approximately 12:15pm on January 18, 2023 Staff Person's #1 and #2 were transitioning a group of Preschool children from the restroom to Classroom #11. During this transition Child #1 was left alone in the restroom. Staff Person #3 was present in the Classroom upon their return and began to call the children for lunch. Staff Person #3 observed that Child #1 was not present and Staff Person #2 reported not knowing where she was. Staff Person #3 left the classroom to check the restroom and found Child #1 in a restroom stall. During the time that Child #1 was in the restroom a Staff Person was not present to supervise the Child.
Corrected by Feb 8, 2023
- Violation
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.
The facility self-reported noncompliance reporting that at approximately 12:15pm on January 18, 2023 Staff Person's #1 and #2 were transitioning a group of Preschool children from the restroom to Classroom #11. During this transition Child #1 was left alone in the restroom. Staff Person #3 was present in the Classroom upon their return and began to call the children for lunch. Staff Person #3 observed that Child #1 was not present and Staff Person #2 reported not knowing where she was. Staff Person #3 left the classroom to check the restroom and found Child #1 in a restroom stall. During the time that Child #1 was in the restroom a Staff Person was not physically present with the child and Staff did not know their whereabouts. Staff Person #2 was also reported to leave the Classroom to retrieve something from the FRS Room which resulted in Staff Person #2 not being present with the preschool children in her assigned supervisory group.
Corrected by Feb 8, 2023
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Staff Person #1 tied the laces of Child #1's Hey Dude brand shoes to prevent them from slipping off the child's feet. The elastic laces of the Hey Dudes were not manufactured to be tied and in doing so it resulted in injury to include swelling and bruising to Child #1's feet.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2022
- 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 Facility Person #2 lacked a request for their State Police Clearance prior to starting in a child care position. The completed clearance on file was dated 1 day after starting. The file for Facility Person #3 lacked a request for their NSOR certificate prior to starting in a child care position. The completed clearance on file was dated 21 days after starting. The file for Facility Person #5 lacked a request for the Child Abuse Clearance prior to starting in a child care position. The clearance on file was dated 105 days after starting.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The updates to the Mandated Reporter Trainings on file for Facility Person #1 exceeded 60 months between trainings occurring on 5.4.17 and 5.7.22.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first aid kits in Classroom's #11 and #19 were observed to be missing soap.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement form for Child #1 lacked the release persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
- 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 form for Children #3 and #5 lacked the complete addresses for the release persons listed.
Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(1)/3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The current health report on file for Child #1 lacked a review of the child's health history and a statement that the child had received age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The immunization record on file for Child #2 and #4 lacked verification that they had received an annual influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP. The last documented influenza vaccinations occurred in 2020 for both children. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(2)/3270.133(6) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
In Classroom #17 an Epipen, that was identified by Staff to be intended for a child in care, lacked written instructions from the physician who prescribed the medication and written consent for administration from the parent.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
In Classroom #17 an unlabeled Epipen that was reported to be intended for a child in care was observed.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2022
- Violation
3270.183(a) · Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
Copies of the children's records were observed in unlocked cabinets in Classroom's 11, 12, 17 and 21.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file for Staff Person #4 lacked the completion of pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The training was completed 97 days after starting.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire. Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The file for staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #7 contain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR completed more than 90 days after staff began employment. The file for staff person #10, who has been employed more than 90 days, lacks verification of completed pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2022
- 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 #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid FBI clearance and is on file at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 contains state police clearances which were updated in an interval greater than 5 years or 60 months as required by the current CPSL. The file for staff person #2 contains state police clearances, child abuse clearances, and FBI clearances which were updated in an interval greater than 5 years or 60 months as required by the current CPSL. The file for staff person #7 lacks a current, valid FBI clearance. The disclosure statement on file for staff person #7 is undated, making it invalid. The file for staff person #8 contains a state police clearance which was applied for after staff person #8 began employment.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
- 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 #8 contains verification of mandated reporter training completed more than 90 days after staff person #8 began employment.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
- Violation
3270.35(b) · A group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4).
A review of the file for staff person #5 revealed that no verification of a college degree is present in order for staff person #5 to qualify for the position of group supervisor, the role that staff person #5 is identified as performing. A review of the file for staff person #7, who is identified and performing the role of a group supervisor, revealed that staff person #7 lacks the appropriate education to qualify for the position.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
- Violation
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. 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.
At approximately 10:20 a.m., observed a group of 12 preschool-aged children being supervised by staff person #4 and staff person #9. The group exited Room 11 and entered the lobby area of the facility to prepare for outdoor play. Child #1 did not exit the classroom with the group and was observed in Room 11 with no staff present in the room.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed an accessible bottle of Clorox disinfecting wipes near the sink which is used for children's handwashing in Room 11. Observed an accessible bottle of Expo dry erase board cleaner labeled "keep out of the reach of children" on a low shelf in Room 21.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water in the children's bathroom on the first floor measured at 111° F. The hot water at the handwashing sink in Room 14 measured at 111° F.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed foam blocks in Room 21 which are ripped and in disrepair.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Room 11.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The file for child #1 lacks verification of a current influenza vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.133(2) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.
Observed an albuterol inhaler in Room 11 which lacks written instructions for administration.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
Observed two albuterol inhalers in Room 11 and one albuterol inhaler in Room14 which lack written consent for administration from the parent.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- Violation
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
The trash can labeled "diapers" in the bathroom on the second floor was broken and did not operate in a hands-free manner.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
- 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 two most recent health assessments on file for staff person #6 are dated in an interval greater than 24 months.
Corrected by Nov 11, 2021
- Violation
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan was not updated by 12/19/20 to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, children with chronic medical conditions, and accommodations for shelter of children during lock-down.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Feb 27, 2026 inspection noted: “Based on review of video footage, Staff Person #1 was caring for a child in the hallway outside of Room 19 and has not completed the following pre-service train…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Feb 27, 2026 inspection noted: “Based on the facility's self-reported noncompliance, staff statements, and a review of video footage, it was determined that at approximately 12:22 p.m., Staff…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Oct 6, 2025 inspection noted: “The operator was not maintaining a medication log for an Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol medication for child #1 and child #2.” — what has changed since then?
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