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Kiddie Academy Of Harrisburg Pa
3901 N Progress Ave, Harrisburg PA 17110 · License #CER-00251054 · Child Care Center
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- (717) 640-5520
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- 3901 N Progress Ave, Harrisburg PA 17110 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 3-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 159 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 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 must be supervised at all times. 2. The provider will review the following policies with all staff: cell phone policy, supervision policy to include playground supervision and name-to-face checks over thresholds. Documentation of this review will be provided to DHS. 3. The provider will ensure staff participate in in-person training and coaching on the topic of supervision and creating positive learning environments, to be provided by the ELRC. Documentation of participation will be provided to DHS. 4. The provider must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for supervision is followed at all times. Members of leadership should document random checks of playground supervision and classroom supervision for each classroom at least 2 times a week. Random checks can be conducted in person or through the cameras to ensure authenticity. The provider will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
Photographic evidence was shared showing teachers gathered together eating fast food meals on the playground. Photos showed teachers sitting on the ground filling out paperwork. Another teacher was sitting under the equipment looking at a personal cell phone. Another image showed a teacher sitting in a classroom looking at a cell phone. During an observation of teachers on the playground, teachers were observed looking at cell phones, chasing one another around the playground, and gathered together having conversations while children engaged in water play. It was reported and confirmed by the owner, that a child had been left unsupervised on the playground for approximately one and a half minutes. The owner reported that as the staff transitioned into the building from the playground, a child exhibiting behavior problems needed the assistance of a teacher to transition to the classroom. A face to name check was completed but the child hid from the group as they proceeded inside.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2026
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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.
Photographic evidence was shared showing teachers gathered together eating fast food meals on the playground. Photos showed teachers sitting on the ground filling out paperwork. Another teacher was sitting under the equipment looking at a personal cell phone. Another image showed a teacher sitting in a classroom looking at a cell phone. During an observation of teachers on the playground, teachers were observed looking at cell phones, chasing one another around the playground, and gathered together having conversations while children engaged in water play. It was reported and confirmed by the owner, that a child had been left unsupervised on the playground for approximately one and a half minutes. The owner reported that as the staff transitioned into the building from the playground, a child exhibiting behavior problems needed the assistance of a teacher to transition to the classroom. A face to name check was completed but the child hid from the group as they proceeded inside.
Corrected by Jul 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.115(a)(8) · A facility person who is counted in the staff-child swimming ratio shall annually complete water safety instruction.
Staff # 1-4, supervising water play, reported to have not completed water safety training.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
A lunch box with perishable dairy products was observed in a child's cubby in the 2-a classroom. Corrected on site by refrigerating the lunch box.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
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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 cleaning supplies was observed on a shelf accessible to children in the 2-b classroom. Corrected on site by making the bottle inaccessible to children. A bottle of sunscreen was observed in a child's backpack, accessible to children, in the 2-A classroom. Corrected on site by making the bottle inaccessible to children. A bottle of lotion was observed in a backpack, accessible to children, in the 2-C classroom. Corrected on site by making the bottle inaccessible to children.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
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3270.67(a) · Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day.
A trash can was observed to be overflowing with trash on the playground. It was reported that the trash had likely not been emptied for 2 business days. Corrected on site by removing the trash from the can.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
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3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
Backpacks containing first aid kits were observed to be on the ground or hanging from the fence, accessible to children.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
- Violation
3270.115(a)(5)/3270.115(b)(1) · The staff-child ratios while children are swimming are Infant 1:1; Young or older toddler 1:2; Preschool 1:5; Young school-age 1:6; Older school-age1:8. Staff persons shall supervise children in care using wading pools. Staff: child ratios in subsection (a) apply when children are wading.
Toddlers on the playground were observed to be playing in a sprinkler pad that collected over an inch of water. Staff child ratios for swimming/wading activities were not implemented as there were 4 teachers (Staff 1-4) and 15 children present for the activity.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
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3270.55(a) · The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children.
Video evidence showed that multiple children were off of their cots during naptime with only one teacher (Staff #1) in the room, leaving the room out of ratio and not considered as naptime.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
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3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Video evidence showed staff #1 escorting a child out of the classroom. The child dropped to the ground while the teacher continued pulling the child to the door by the arm.
Corrected by Jun 9, 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.
During the inspection, staff #1 and staff #2 were unable to immediately identify primary care groups. Four attempts were required to accurately identify primary care groups.
Corrected by Apr 17, 2026
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3270.111(c)/3270.113(b) · 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. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
An incident occurred between staff #1 and child#1 when after the child hit, staff #1 flicked the child in the hand several times.
Corrected by Mar 25, 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.
At the time of inspection, a PA state police clearance showing the disseminated date was not available for staff #1. Attempts to retrieve the complete document were unsuccessful and a new clearance was obtained during the inspection.
Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
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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 One-A, Two-A, and Two-B, Pre-K-A, and Pre-K-B Classrooms that the ceiling vents were dusty. It was observed in One-B Classroom that the bathroom ceiling vent was dusty. ALL CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
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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 in Preschool A classroom, there was chipped paint with exposed plaster on the green wall, left bottom corner. It was observed in Infant B classroom, there was chipped paint with exposed plaster in the far-right corner (below windows, above climbing blocks). It was observed in Two-B classroom, there was chipped paint with exposed plaster on the left tan wall, green corner wall (to the left of the exit door) and on the green wall, below the window. ALL CORRECTED ON-SITE WITH TAPE.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
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3270.19(b) · 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.
Staff persons #1, 2, 3, and 4 did not immediately report suspected child abuse to ChildLine, or any other method as prescribed by the Department.
Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
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3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. TIERED LIS: 1) 8/28/25 A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 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 Center Director and/or Assistant Director (Staff persons # 2 and/or 3) will make random daily visits to classrooms 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 observed that from a seated position, staff person #1 grabbed child #1's arm and pushed child away.
Corrected by Jan 26, 2026
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3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Staff person #1 did not use the changing table following the manufacturer's instructions. While changing child #1's diaper, staff person #1 stood child to pull their pants up, when the child lost their balance, they fell forward hitting their head on the countertop, resulting in stitches.
Corrected by May 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.19(a)/3270.19(b) · An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL. 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. The legal entity will arrange for all facility staff, and facility administration (staff person #1 and 2) to receive a minimum of two hours of in-person training regarding Mandated Reporting. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Documentation of completed training will be submitted to DHS and be kept on file at the facility.
Classroom staff and administrative staff (staff persons #1 and 2) did not report suspected child abuse to ChildLine, when there was reasonable cause to suspect that a child was a victim of child abuse. Staff person #3 informed administrative staff of concern for child #1 due to an abundance of bruises. Administrative staff directed staff to complete daily health checks.
Corrected by May 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
It was observed that staff person # 3's file does not contain proof of submission for the NSOR certificate. It was observed that staff person #7's file does not contain the NSOR certificate, only the proof of request for 1/17/25. It was observed that staff person # 7's file does not contain the Child Abuse Clearance, only a note stating it was applied for on 1/17/25.
Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
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3270.111(c)/3270.112 · 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. Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.
It was observed in the One - B classroom, that the children sat at the tables for an extended period of time waiting for lunch. They were sitting for 5 minutes, washed their hands and returned to the tables to sit for another 7 minutes before staff person # 4 began a song to engage them.
Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.
It was observed that no children were taken outdoors during their scheduled time as stated on their daily schedules.
Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
It was observed that staff persons #1, 2, 4, and 5, verifications of experience must be verified with a signature and date of the verifier.
Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
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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.
It was observed that staff person # 3, 6 and 7 files did not contain two written nonfamily references.
Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
On 11/22/24, it was observed in the Preschool A classroom that a child's backpack contained sunscreen, lotion, baby powder, shampoo and diaper cream, which are toxic materials. The backpack was accessible to children, hanging from the child's cubby. Continued deficiency: On 1/8/25, it was observed in the Preschool A classroom that the same backpack still contained sunscreen, lotion, baby powder, shampoo and diaper cream, which are toxic materials. The backpack was accessible to children, hanging from the child's cubby.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
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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.
On 11/22/24 Staff #11 diploma needs evaluated for equivalency to verify education prior to service at the facility. Continued Deficiency: On 1/8/25, Staff #11 diploma documentation to verify equivalency was not on file.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
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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.
It was observed in the Pre-K classroom that the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
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3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
It was observed that one-year olds were served apple slices with skin, which is a choking hazard.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
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3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
There was no documentation the operator reviewed the emergency plan at least annually. The operator did not document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protection Services). Staff #1 will have until 12/31/2024 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, or primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff #1, staff #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff #1has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 12/13/2019. Staff #4 did not obtain the Child Abuse Clearance before the first day caring for children which does not comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). There was no paperwork on file to verify that the child abuse clearance was requested on or before the date of hire. See code sheet for DOH. Staff # 7 did not complete required clearance requests on or before their DOH. Clearances were received 4/16/24, 4/17/24. and 4/17/24. See code sheet for DOH.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2024
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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.
Staff #2, #3, and #10 did not have verification of 2 years' experience with children prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
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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 in the Preschool A classroom that a child's backpack contained sunscreen, lotion, baby powder, shampoo and diaper cream, which are toxic materials. The backpack was accessible to children, hanging from the child's cubby.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
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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 that the ceiling vents in the Preschool A classroom were dusty.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.81 · A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.
It was observed that all classroom doors contained glass, majority without visual strip or clear visual identification placed on glass located in a traffic area at the child's level.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
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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 was no handwashing signs posted at each toilet in the facility.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.101(a)/3270.101(c) · Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. Play equipment and materials shall include the items specified at §3270.101(c)(1) - (6).
It was observed in the infant A and Infant B classrooms that there was an insufficient amount and variety of toys and books to preclude long waits for use. It was observed in the Toddler A classroom that there was an insufficient amount of books.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
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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 Toddler B and Two A's classrooms that many books were not in good repair.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
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3270.112 · Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.
There was a lack of engaging interactions observed in the Infant A and Infant B classrooms. In Infant A, an infant was being held in a rocking chair for a period of time without engagement, and the child was not going to sleep. In Infant B, it was observed that staff sitting on the floor while giving a child a bottle, did not actively interact with the children.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.
Staff in the Infant A classroom, stated that they do not take children outside, daily, weather permitting.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form for child #1 does not contain the enrolling parent's work address or work phone number.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(2) · A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. 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.
Staff #1 Health Assessment and Mantoux test read/results were not completed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.161(c) · Food that has been previously served to a person or returned from a table shall be discarded.
It was observed in the Toddler A classroom that there was a sippy cup that contained milk from home that was not discarded after being served. It was observed in the Two A classroom that a bottle containing milk was found on the floor instead of being discarded after being served.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Staff #5, #6, #8, and #9 did not complete an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.171(c)/3270.171(d) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Children shall be picked up and discharged only at locations specified by the facility as safe locations.
It was observed that there was not a written notification of safe routes posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. It was observed that there was no procedure instructions for children to be picked up and discharged at locations specified by the facility as safe locations.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) · 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. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Child #2's file does not contain written consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff and for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- 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.
Staff #11 diploma needs evaluated for equivalency to verify education prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.94(a)(7)/3270.95(a) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that facility persons and children in attendance participate in the fire drill. Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
Two fire drills were conducted without children present, dated 6/18/24 and 10/14/24. The fire drill system testing lapsed 30 days, dated 7/18/24 and 8/22/24.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
- 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.
Staff # 3, #4, and #7 did not complete the health and safety training requirements within 90 days of hire. See code sheet for DOH.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 6/11/24, it was observed that staff person 1 was past their 45 day provisional hire period and did not have completed NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff person may not return to work until completed NSOR is on file.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.101(a) · Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use.
It was observed in Room 5, the older two year old classroom that there were not a sufficient amount and variety of play toys and materials to preclude long wait times. It was observed in the classroom that a toy shelf was turned to restrict access, the dramatic play section was empty and there were 5 books accessible to the 6 children in care.
Corrected by Jan 24, 2024
- 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.
It was observed in Room 5, 6 and 7 that the written daily schedule was not the schedule and routine that the classrooms follow. The schedules are pre-generated from the corporate entity.
Corrected by Jan 25, 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 was observed in Room 7, the one-year-old classroom that the teacher was not active or engaged to promote development of skills and self-esteem during the music activity. The teacher was observed sitting without engaging with children that attempted to dance and participate while music played.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- 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 for Child #1 did not include the phone number of the physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- 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 on file for Child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number information.
Corrected by Jan 25, 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.
It was observed that there was not a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed in any child care space at the facility.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.135(c) · The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.
It was observed in Room 4 and 5 that there was open crackers, an adult coffee cup, and children's water bottles lined up on a shelf directly accessible to children on the changing tables. Food was being stored on the shelves next to the diapering area.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- 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 did not include a health assessment.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
The facility fire drill log did not contain the names of the facility persons participating in the drill.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.17(a) · The operator shall make reasonable accommodation to include a child with special needs in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.
It was observed that the facility owners and staff did not attempt to make reasonable accommodations for Child #1 who has special needs. It was observed that the facility did not share the IEP for Child#1 with staff. The facility owners sent the child home, 4 days per week, within hours of arrival, for the first two weeks of enrollment. It was admitted by the facility owner that they requested the child stay home and the child was disenrolled within 4 weeks of start date without attempting to make reasonable accommodations for the child.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.23 · A parent of a child in care shall be permitted free access, without prior notice, throughout the center whenever children are in care, unless a court of competent jurisdiction has limited the parental right of access to the child and a copy of the order is on file at the facility. Opportunity shall be provided for parents to participate in the facility's program. The operator shall maintain a yearly file which documents general announcements to promote parent participation. The file shall be updated annually.
Child #1 was removed from the preschool classroom for behaviors and take to another classroom with one teacher. The parent of Child #1 was not granted camera access to the child in the other classroom.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.26 · A legal entity must comply with The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (43 P. S. §§951-962.2), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 U.S.C.A. §§6101-6107), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.A. §§2000d-2000d-4a). Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.A. §§2000e-2000e-5), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C.A. §794), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C.A. §§12101-12514).
The facility staff and owners have verified that the facility has disenrolled at least 7 children with existing IEP/IFSP's or behavior challenges at the facility in the previous 3 months. Children are being disenrolled within 1 -4 weeks of enrollment dates.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
It was observed that the facility did not have a qualified director on staff since October 17. 2023.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
- 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.
It was confirmed by 4 teachers that the facility Toddler classroom is out of ratio several mornings per week. Facility staff verified that the classroom has "13-15" Toddler aged children in the classroom with only 2 staff, for approximately 10-20 minutes, several times per week.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2223
- Violation
3270.163(b) · Breakfast prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain.
The facility menu did not provide a least one item from three of the four food groups were being served for breakfast. 4 out of 5 weekdays listed only 1 of the 4 food groups being served for breakfast.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.17(a) · The operator shall make reasonable accommodation to include a child with special needs in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.
It was observed that the facility Owner's did not make reasonable accommodations for children with special needs. Children with existing IEP/IFSPs were being disenrolled without discussion or implementation of the children's needs or goals as listed on the IEP/IFSP documents shared by parents. Children that exhibited "challenging behaviors" were sent home within hours of daily arrival and disenrolled due to 'behaviors'.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.
Facility Person #1 was observed caring for 7 children in the Pre-K room, unsupervised and did not have current NSOR clearance results on file at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Facility Person #1 who was qualified as an Aide at the time of inspection was left alone with 7 children and was not supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor at all times.
Corrected by Nov 27, 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.
It was observed in the Preschool classroom that children were not being properly supervised. A child was left unsupervised in the bathroom.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- 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 preschool classroom that children's hands were not washed prior to mealtimes. It was also observed in the same classroom that a child was left unsupervised in the bathroom and did not wash their hands after using the toilet.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
It was observed that the facility staff in the preschool classroom did not wash hands prior to lunch time.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.163(a)(2) · A lunch or dinner prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall include at least one protein.
The facility menu did not list a protein served with every meal. It was also stated through staff interviews, that multiple times per week, not all food groups are served to the children during lunchtimes.
Corrected by Nov 28, 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 prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Facility Person #1 was observed via classroom video footage grabbing Child #1 by the forearms and roughly jerking the child as punishment for throwing toys. Facility Person was observed via video footage using their own body to physically restrain the child as punishment. Facility Person #1 was also observed forcefully attempting to make Child #1 pick up their shoes.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
Facility Person #1 was observed using their own arms and legs to restrain a child on the floor for 2 minutes.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2023
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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jun 9, 2026 inspection noted: “Photographic evidence was shared showing teachers gathered together eating fast food meals on the playground. Photos showed teachers sitting on the ground filli…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jun 9, 2026 inspection noted: “Staff # 1-4, supervising water play, reported to have not completed water safety training.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 9, 2026 inspection noted: “Video evidence showed that multiple children were off of their cots during naptime with only one teacher (Staff #1) in the room, leaving the room out of ratio a…” — what has changed since then?
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