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Genius Kids Harrisburg
1450 Parkway W, Harrisburg PA 17112 · License #CER-00251160 · Child Care Center
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- 1450 Parkway W, Harrisburg PA 17112 · Directions
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- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 75 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.66(a)/3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. 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.
It was observed in the preschool 1 classroom that properly labeled cleaning material spray bottles are stored in a basket on top of the microwave, and Mr. Clean Magic Erasers behind the teacher's desk, which are accessible to children. It was observed in the pre-k classroom, that cleaning material spray bottles are stored in the corner of the counter, beside the sink, which were accessible to children. One of the spray bottles was not labeled specifying contents. It was observed that the "School-age" room contained cleaning materials that were not locked or inaccessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2026
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
It was observed that there is peeling paint throughout the building, marked with a sticky note. In the one's classroom, there are multiple spots of peeling paint on the walls. In the two's classroom, there are a few spots of peeling paint on the walls and on the ceiling. In the preschool 1 classroom, there are a few spots of peeling paint on the walls, and on the ceiling. In the pre-k classroom, there are multiple spots of peeling paint on the walls and multiple spots of peeling paint on the ceiling.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Child #1's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents work address or work phone number.
Corrected by Dec 16, 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.
It was observed in the two's classroom that multiple books were torn.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
- 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.
It was observed in the two's classroom, that buttons (less than 1 inch in diameter) were used for a craft displayed on the wall. It was observed in all classrooms that staples are used to hang materials on the walls. It was observed in the pre-k classroom bathroom, that plastic bags are stored under the sink, which were accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
It was observed in the infant room, that the small shelf under the window is unstable. It was observed in the two's classroom, that the small shelf under the window is unstable.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
- Violation
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.
It was observed in the infant room that car seats were placed in between cribs, not allowing at least 2 feet of space on three sides of cribs while in use.
Corrected by Dec 16, 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.
It was observed in the pre-k classroom, that multiple children ran through the bathroom and a child went into a bathroom stall without staff person #1's supervision.
Corrected by Dec 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
It was observed that Emergency Contact forms were not present in all child care spaces: one's classroom, two's classroom, preschool 1 classroom and pre-k classroom.
Corrected by Dec 19, 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.
Child #1's emergency contact form was not updated in writing in a 6-month period from 9/18/24 to 7/14/25. Child #2's emergency contact form was not updated in writing in a 6-month period from 10/15/24 to 7/22/25. Child #2's financial agreement was not updated in writing in a 6-month period from 10/7/24 to 7/22/25.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
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.
It was observed in the pre-k classroom, child #1 did not wash hands before sitting to eat AM Snack. When directed to, Staff person #1 washed child #1's hands. It was observed in the infant room that staff person #2 did not wash child #2's hands before placing them into the highchair for lunch.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
It was observed that perishable foods brought from the child's home were not refrigerated in the two's classroom, preschool 1 classroom and pre-k classroom. Once directed to refrigerate, the teacher placed the items in the refrigerator.
Corrected by Dec 22, 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.
Child #2's file does not contain an initial health assessment. The health assessment on file is dated 12/19/25, with the admission date of 10/16/24.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) · The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff responsible for the supervision of children to participate in a minimum of 2 hours of in person training provided by ELRC staff regarding appropriate discipline practices for children with challenging behaviors. 1) 4/23/25 A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. 2) The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff responsible for the supervision of children to participate in a minimum of 2 hours of in person training provided by ELRC staff regarding appropriate discipline practices for children with challenging behaviors. 3) The facility owner (staff persons # 2) will make random daily visits to each classroom in the facility to observe that age-appropriate discipline practices are being carried out, record the observations on a document approved by Central Region Bureau of Certification, and provide support for improvement. The forms will be provided to the Central Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months.
It was verified through staff interviews and a review of video footage that staff person #1 was witnessed being physically and verbally aggressive, and physically restrained child #1 on 4/22/25.
Corrected by May 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
It was observed that the emergency plan and parent letter did not include a method to inform parents that an emergency has ended and instructions for how to safely be reunited with their children.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
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).
It was observed in the older toddler classroom that the first aid kit, also used for excursions, did not include bottled water.
Corrected by Mar 14, 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.
It was observed in the preschool room, that the vent in the wall to the right of the bathroom door, after entering the room, is covered in dust. It was observed that there is a pot hole in the parking lot, where families cross the parking lot to enter the building.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
- 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.
It was observed that there are not handwashing signs posted at each toilet in the upstairs and downstairs bathrooms.
Corrected by Mar 14, 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.
It was observed that the preschool nap mats are ripped, exposing foam.
Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
It was observed that children #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5's files contain the original agreement.
Corrected by Mar 11, 2025
- Violation
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.
It was observed that staff #1 did not ensure that an able, young toddlers hands were washed after a diaper change. Staff #1 only used a wipe to clean the child's hands. Cert. Rep. directed staff to wash child's hands at the sink.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
It was observed that staff #1 diploma was not evaluated for equivalency to verify education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
It was observed that there was not an annual emergency drill log completed.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
- Violation
20.71(a)(5) · Facility persons #1 & #2 cannot have access to children in the facility. The operator may not allow mistreatment or abuse to occur at the facility.
Facility persons #1 & #2 have mistreated or abused clients being cared for in the facility or receiving service from the agency.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
Upon arrival at the facility for an unannounced inspection, it was immediately observed that the Inspection Summaries [2] issued within the prior two weeks were not posted at the facility.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
- 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 must be removed from a childcare position by the close of business [9.11.24].
The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed PA child abuse clearance, which is required to be in the childcare facility on a provisional basis. The file does contain a copy of request for the clearances dated 9.6.24. Staff Person #1 was observed to be in a childcare space in an observational capacity.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
Upon review of the facility documents on file for the incident [EVE #00086589], a copy of the incident report for Child #1 completed by Staff Person #2 [who was in ratio/supervision with that child at the time of the incident] was not located in any file. Staff Person #3 verbally stated that the document was believed to be completed by Staff Person #2 but was believed to be lost/misplaced during the ensuing review with the parent of the child and/or law enforcement investigation.
Corrected by Sep 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. It is directed that the Director/Staff Person #5 and Owner/Staff Person #6 and the site Director sign up for and complete the next available Existing Provider training conducted by the Central Regional OCDEL Office to be conducted on October 10, 2024. These individuals must contact the Central Regional Office to complete the registration process for the training.
As a result of the investigation, it was determined that Staff Person #1 and #2 provided direct instructions to Child #1 to use physical aggression against Child #2, which did not promote the development of safe and age-appropriate skills and social competence to either Child #1 or #2. Furthermore, during the course of the incident, it was directly observed that Staff Person #1, #2, #3 and #4 were actively engaged in their own personal interactions related to the incident and did not provide positive and age-appropriate daily activities to the remaining seven older toddlers in the childcare space, as they wandered about the childcare space.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2024
- Violation
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. Children must be supervised at all times. The facility Director must complete direct supervision of each of the childcare staff in each room on a daily basis, at random times throughout the day. The director will create a record keeping system, to be pre-approved by the Central Regional Office, to track supervision dates, times, observations made, feedback provided to staff, any administrative actions taken, and questions posed by staff persons. This record keeping system must be retained for review by the Certification Representative and submitted to the Certification Representative at the end of each week for a period of three months. The owner/Staff Person #6 must review each record and provide signature and date on document upon completion of the review.
During the course of the incident, it was directly observed that Staff Person #1, #2, #3 and #4 were actively engaged in their own personal interactions related to the incident and did not provide appropriate and attentive supervision [2+ minutes] to the remaining seven older toddlers in the childcare space, as they wandered about the childcare space. At some points, it can be directly observed that seven children are active in an adjoining room with no staff present in that room, looking in their direction, or checking on their status.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2025
- Violation
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. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of in-person training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The operator will participate in Technical Assistance provided by the ELRC for a period of at least 3 months, upon the receipt of an acceptable plan of correction by the Central Regional Office. The topics for the Technical Assistance must include age-appropriate child development, appropriate supervision practices and protocols, age-appropriate daily activities, professionalism and ethics in the early childhood care setting and any other topics deemed appropriate by the ELRC staff during Technical Assistance and onsite observations.
During the course of the incident, it was directly observed that Staff Person #1, #2, #3 and #4 were actively engaged in their own personal interactions related to the incident and did not provide appropriate and attentive supervision [2+ minutes] to the remaining seven older toddlers in the childcare space, as they wandered about the childcare space. At some points, it can be directly observed that seven children are active in an adjoining room with no staff present in that room, looking in their direction, or checking on their status.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
- Violation
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. Children must be supervised at all times.
During the course of the incident, it was directly observed that Staff Person #1, #2, #3 and #4 were actively engaged in their own personal interactions related to the incident and did not provide appropriate and attentive supervision [2+ minutes] to the remaining seven older toddlers in the childcare space, as they wandered about the childcare space. At some points, it can be directly observed that seven children are active in an adjoining room with no staff present in that room, looking in their direction, or checking on their status.
Corrected by Sep 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
As a result of the investigation, it was determined that Staff Person #1 and #2 provided direct instructions to Child #1 to use physical aggression against Child #2, which did create the potential for ridicule and degradation, as well as for harm to be inflicted upon Child #2.
Corrected by Sep 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.19(b)/3270.21 · A facility person who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of child abuse shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. All staff persons AND members of the Legal Entity must participate in and show documentation of the completion of an in-person mandated reporter training, which has been pre-approved by DHS Certification Representative.
Upon investigation of this incident, it was found that at no time did Staff Person #1, #2, #3 and #4 make a mandated report to PA Childline regarding this incident AND Staff Person #5 verbally stated that they made a report on 7.29.24 [3 days after the incident].
Corrected by Oct 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
An emergency drill has not been conducted annually.
Corrected by Jun 26, 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.
Facility person #4 has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022. Facility person #5 has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.
Corrected by Jun 26, 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. Facility Person #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility effective close of business 6/24/2024, until the results of the Child Abuse clearance with the purpose of employment have been received and are on file at the facility.
The record for Facility Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a NSOR verification dated 5/23/2024, which exceeds the 45-day provisional period. The record for Facility person #6 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a volunteer Child Abuse clearance, which is not valid for the purpose of employment and documentation a request for the PSP clearance was submitted on 5/17/2024, which is after the first day caring for children and is therefore not in compliance with the CPSL. The record for Facility Person #7 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a NSOR verification dated 5/24/2024, which exceeds the 45-day provisional period.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
- 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.
It was observed on 6/24/2024 in the Preschool 1 classroom a bottle of hand sanitizer was accessible to children. It was observed on 6/24/2024 in the Pre-K room a child safety lock was broken on the cabinet under the sink making a gallon jug of bleach accessible to children. There was also bottle of hand sanitizer on top of the teacher's desk that is accessible to children. (ALL CORRECTED ON SITE)
Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
- 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.
It was observed on 6/24/2024 in the Toddler 1 classroom an assortment of adhesive bandages is not included in the first-aid kit.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
- 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.
It was observed on 6/24/2024 in the Toddler 1 classroom foam is exposed in two areas of a child-sized couch.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
- 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.
It was observed on 6/24/2024 in the Toddler 1 classroom the plastic bag wrapper of the diapers being stored on the shelf of the changing table is accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. It was observed on 6/24/2024 in the Toddler 2 classroom the plastic bag wrapper of the diapers being stored on the shelf of the changing table and empty plastic grocery bags are accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. (ALL CORRECTED ON SITE)
Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The record for Child # 2 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not contain the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The records for Child #1 - #5 contain the original agreements. The parent of each enrolled child has not received the original agreement.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Emergency contact information for Child #4 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The adult health assessment for Staff Person # 2 does not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Jun 30, 2024
- Violation
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.
The record for Child #2 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The record for Child #4 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
The record for Child #2 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not contain parental consent for walking excursions. The record for Child #4 (admission date see LIS code sheet) does not contain parental consent for walking excursions.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2024
- 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 record for Facility person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Facility person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Facility person #4 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Facility person #6 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The record for Facility person #7 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.
Facility Person #1 inappropriately and excessively wiped 2 female children's genitals with a wipe during diaper changes.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).
It was observed that the facility Director has not attained one of the required qualifications for the position specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).
Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
It was observed in the Preschool classroom that the first aid kit was on a low shelf accessible to children.
Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
- Violation
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.
It was observed in the Infant classroom refrigerator that the thermometer temperature read 50° F.
Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement on file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Aug 31, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The agreement on file for Child #2 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Aug 31, 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.
It was observed in the Toddler classroom bathroom that a soiled diaper was disposed of in an un-lined trashcan that was not hands free.
Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
- 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 Facility Person #1, observed caring for children, did not include TB test results and a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting. Facility Person # 2, observed caring for children, did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting.
Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(8) · A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The file for Child #3 did not contain a fee agreement.
Corrected by Aug 22, 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 Facility Person # 1 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Aug 31, 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 Facility Person #1 and #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Aug 31, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with chronic medical conditions observed in care.
Corrected by Aug 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.95(b) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
It was observed that the director did not ensure that the fire alarm testing occurred every 30 days and that the alarm testing is documented.
Corrected by Aug 22, 2023
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- 1The Dec 16, 2025 inspection noted: “It was observed in the preschool 1 classroom that properly labeled cleaning material spray bottles are stored in a basket on top of the microwave, and Mr. Clean…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Apr 29, 2025 inspection noted: “It was verified through staff interviews and a review of video footage that staff person #1 was witnessed being physically and verbally aggressive, and physical…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Feb 24, 2025 inspection noted: “It was observed that the emergency plan and parent letter did not include a method to inform parents that an emergency has ended and instructions for how to saf…” — what has changed since then?
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