Kindercare Learning Center 301283

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.

Verification/evaluation of a foreign degree was not available for staff #2.

Corrected by Apr 30, 2026

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3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. 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.

A statement attesting to the person's suitability to provide child care was not available on the heath assessment for staff #1.

Corrected by Mar 24, 2026

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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 trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person #1 was reported to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training

Corrected by Mar 24, 2026

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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.

TB test results were not available for Staff #1.

Corrected by Mar 24, 2026

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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.

Verification of child care experience was not available for Staff #1.

Corrected by Mar 24, 2026

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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.

Two references written by nonfamily members were not available for staff #1. One written nonfamily reference was not available for staff #2.

Corrected by Mar 24, 2026

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Staff person #1 did not complete an updated State Police Clearance within the required 60-month period. The original clearance was dated 5/7/20, and the current clearance on file is dated 7/28/25. Staff person #6 did not complete an updated Child Abuse Clearance within the required 60-month period. The original was dated 7/23/20, and the current clearance on file is dated 8/7/25.

Corrected by Sep 15, 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.

It was observed in the preschool classroom, that the cabinet along the back wall (in between the cubbies) was not locked and accessible to children, contained toxic materials such as hand sanitizer, bug spray, and lotion that state "Keep out of reach of children".

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

It was observed in the 2 year old classroom, the first aid bookbag was on the floor, accessible to children.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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 the preschool classroom, that the vent to the right of the sink, under the paper towels is very dirty and dusty.

Corrected by Sep 22, 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.

In the 2 year old classroom, to the right of the changing table, there is damaged wall with exposed plaster. It was observed in the preschool classroom, to the right of the door (closest to the entrance) under the fire extinguisher, there is peeling paint; there is also peeling paint with exposed drywall on the corners of the first abutment (across from the door closest to the entrance) below the whiteboard.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2025

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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 not handwashing signs posted at the toilets in the 1-year-old classroom, in the 2-year-old classroom, in the school-age classroom, in the Pre-K Counts B classroom and Pre-K Counts A classroom.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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 the 1-year-old classroom, that more books are needed to provide a sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2025

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3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Children # 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5's Financial Agreements do not indicate the date of admission.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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 the 2-year-old classroom, that numerous books need repaired.

Corrected by Sep 22, 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 2-year-old classroom, that the nap cots were not labeled for the use of specific children.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2025

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3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) · 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. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

It was observed in the 1-year-old classroom, 2-year-old classroom, Preschool classroom and SACC classroom, that written plans of daily activities and routines were not posted in the group space.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2025

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3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.

It was observed that the infants did not go outdoors, and the teachers stated that they "sometimes" go outdoors.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Children # 1, 2, 3, and 5's Financial Agreements do not indicate Release Persons.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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.

Children # 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5's files contain the original Financial Agreements.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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.

Child #2 and 5's Emergency Contact Forms do not contain signed consent for emergency medical care.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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 # 3 and 5's Emergency Contact Forms were not reviewed within the required 6-month period. Reviews lapsed 8 months, from 7/2024 to 3/2025.

Corrected by Sep 20, 2025

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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 1-year-old classroom, that the hands-free trash can was not operable.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2025

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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.

Staff person #2 did not complete an updated Health Assessment within the required 24 month period. The previous health assessment was dated 7/22/21, and the current health assessment is dated 7/20/24. Staff person #3 did not complete an updated Health Assessment within the required 24 month period. The previous health assessment was dated 2/15/23, and the current health assessment is dated 8/1/25. Staff person #4 did not complete an updated Health Assessment within the required 24 month period. The previous health assessment was dated 7/14/23, and the current health assessment is dated 8/1/25. Staff person #5 did not complete an updated Health Assessment within the required 24 month period. The previous health assessment was dated 4/28/23, and there is not a current health assessment on file.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2025

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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.

Child # 2's Emergency Contact Forms does not contain signed consent for minor first aid.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2025

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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.

Fire detection testing was not conducted within 30 days. 5/2/25 to 6/6/25 lapsed 35 days, and 7/1/25 to 8/1/25 lapsed 31 days.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2025

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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.

In the Pre-K Counts A classroom, it was observed that there is a Fiskars Paper Cutter in a basket to the right of cubbies, a stapler and adult scissors on the teacher podium, all three accessible to children. It was observed that there is a mop bucket with dirty water in the Pre-K Counts A classroom bathroom. In the school-age room, it was observed that the utility closet, containing the water heater and pipes, was not locked and accessible to children. In the school-age room, it was observed that the phone cord was hanging off the shelf in order to be plugged in, to the left of the sink.

Corrected by May 13, 2025

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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.

Documentation indicated that fire detection device testing lapsed 30 days. Testing dates are 3/14/25 and 4/18/25, which is a 35-day lapse.

Corrected by May 30, 2025

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3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · 1) 4/21/25 A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. 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 & 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 District Leader (Staff person #4) will make a weekly phone calls with the Director (staff person #2) to discuss classroom observations and ensure that age-appropriate discipline practices for children with challenging behaviors are being carried out in each classroom The forms will be provided to the Central Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months.

Cert. Rep. verified through staff interviews that multiple staff witnessed staff person #1 to frequently be physically and verbally aggressive with children.

Corrected by Jun 6, 2025

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3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Cert. Rep. verified through staff interviews that multiple staff witnessed staff person #1 to frequently be physically and verbally aggressive with children.

Corrected by Mar 12, 2025

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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, facility administration (staff person #2 and 3), and district leader (staff person #4) 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, administrative staff (staff persons #2 and 3) and district leader (staff person #4) did not report suspected child abuse to ChildLine, when there was reasonable cause to suspect that children were victims of repeated child abuse. Staff that witnessed child abuse taking place, reported incidents to the administrative staff. Administrative staff completed "Coaching Forms" with staff person #1 (alleged perpetrator) and required staff person #1 to complete trainings.

Corrected by Apr 30, 2025

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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.

Staff did not complete incident reports for children that were physically handled by staff person #1, and parents were not made aware of these incidents.

Corrected by Mar 21, 2025

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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The Emergency Plan (and Parent Letter explaining the emergency procedures) did not include a plan that addresses continuity of operations.

Corrected by Oct 11, 2024

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3270.27(a)(4)/3270.27(a)(5) · 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. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

The Emergency Plan and Parent Letter about the emergency procedures, did not include information about the method to inform parents that the emergency has ended and instruction for how to safely be reunited with their children. Additionally, the Emergency Plan and Parent Letter did not include accommodation for toddlers or children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.

Corrected by Oct 16, 2024

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3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Staff Persons #s 1 and 8 did not have documentation of annual fire safety training completed in the past 12 months.

Corrected by Oct 11, 2024

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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff Person #10 will have until 10/25/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff Person #10 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or GS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise Staff Person #10, they may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Staff Person #10 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of the date of hire (see LIS Code Sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.

Corrected by Sep 16, 2024

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3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

There were no staff evaluations completed in the past 12 months for Staff Persons #s 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11.

Corrected by Oct 17, 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.

Sanitizer was observed in a low, accessible cabinet in the Infant Room.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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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 the Toddler 1's and the PreK Count rooms did not include soap. The first aid kit in the School Age room did not include tweezers.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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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.

Peeling paint was observed on the low, entry doorframe in the School Age room. Peeling paint was also observed on a wooden windowsill in the Toddler 2's room.

Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

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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).

There were no Child Service Reports (or STARS-approved assessment tool) in the files for Children #s 2 and 4. The Child Service Report or approved assessment tool, are required to be completed every 6 months, shared with the parent and documented in the child's file.

Corrected by Oct 13, 2024

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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 Forms for Children #s 3 and 4 did not include the name and phone number of the child's physician.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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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 #2 did not include the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number. The Emergency Contact form for Child #4 did not include the enrolling parent's work address.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

The Emergency Contact Forms for Children #s 3 and 4 did not include information on the child's special needs/allergies.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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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 Forms for Children #s 3 and 4 did not include health insurance coverage. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 did not include the health insurance policy number.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The Emergency Contact Forms for Children #s 2, 3 and 4 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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 Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child, or for consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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3270.182(4)/3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for special diet or medications. There also was no signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions.

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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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 #2 did not contain verification of education and childcare experience prior to working at the facility. Without this documentation, there is no way to show if the staff person is qualified as an Aide, Assistant Group Supervisor or Group Supervisor.

Corrected by Oct 8, 2024

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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.

The staff files for the following staff members, did not contain two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person: Staff Persons #s 2 ,9 and 11 had one written reference. Staff Person #7 had no written references.

Corrected by Oct 11, 2024

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3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(b) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. 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 of an emergency drill having been conducted in the past 12 months. Additionally, there was no documentation that the Emergency Plan had been reviewed annually by the Director of the facility.

Corrected by Oct 11, 2024

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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 fire drill log did not include hypothetical locations of the fire. Additionally, the fire drill log did not include the names of the facility persons who participated in the fire drill (corrected on-site).

Corrected by Sep 13, 2024

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3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

There was no documentation showing that the Emergency Plan had been delivered to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Corrected by Oct 17, 2024

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

A facility staff person stated that they use a weighted blanket for an enrolled child. The child's record did not include documentation that a weighted blanket is to be used (as either outlined in an IEP or from a medical care provider).

Corrected by Apr 27, 2024

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3270.106(f) · At least.of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

An infant was observed sleeping in a crib that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

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3270.193(a) · Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

The facility persons' records were stored in a binder on top of a cabinet.

Corrected by Apr 26, 2024

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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. To verify operability, a child care center shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and shall maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

More than 30 days lapsed between manual tests of the fire detection system. A test was done on 1/7/24, and then more than 30 days later on 2/20/24. At the time of inspection, more than 30 days had lapsed since the most recent test on 3/12/24.

Corrected by Apr 29, 2024

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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 #2, #8 have not completed the required one hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 30, 2022.

Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

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3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -10)within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4, #10 will have until 10/6/2023 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4, #10 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, #10, staff person #3, #4, #10 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person #4 and 10 has not completed the 10 hour Health & Safety required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

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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 #2 -- 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file for Facility Person #2 did not contain NSOR clearance results on file. Facility Person #2 is past 45 day provisional hire period. See code sheet for date of hire.

Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

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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 hanging in a cubby and accessible to children.

Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

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3270.34(b)(2) · A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children.

It was observed that the acting facility Director did not have 30 credit hours in ECE, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field to qualify as a facility director.

Corrected by Nov 8, 2023

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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

It was observed in the Preschool classroom that there was an outlet on the wall by the sink missing protective outlet covers.

Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

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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 PreK classroom bathroom that there was disinfectant spray and 2 bottles of bathroom cleaner accessible to children on the back of the toilet. It was observed in the upstairs "school age room" that a cabinet containing 13 sunscreen bottles, disinfectant spray and cleaning solution was unlocked and toxics were accessible to children.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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3270.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

It was observed in the Two-year-old classroom that the windows that were able to be opened for ventilation were not screened.

Corrected by Sep 28, 2023

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3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

It was observed in the Two-Year old classroom that a window that was directly accessible to a child sitting on the ledge of the window; had a broken lock, was able to fully swing open more than 6 inches and did not have a screen posing an immediate hazard to the child.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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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 in the Two-year-old classroom that the first aid kit did not contain tweezers.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

It was observed in the PreK and One-year-old classrooms that there was not a written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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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 in the Two-year-old classroom that there were 10 children in care and only 5 emergency contact forms. 5 children did not have emergency contact forms present in the childcare space they were receiving care.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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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 Two-year-old classroom that the children's hands were not washed prior to lunch time.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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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 #10 did not include a health assessment that included documentation to confirm the facility person is free from communicable disease and suitable to provide child care.

Corrected by Oct 31, 2023

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3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

It was observed in the Two-year-old classroom that Facility Person#5 and #11 did not was their hands prior to serving lunch.

Corrected by Oct 25, 2023

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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.

The file for Facility Person #7 did not include a high school diploma or transcript. The document on file was an incomplete cover sheet.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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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.

The file for Facility Person #3, #4, #5, #6, #10 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by Oct 23, 2023

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

It was observed that the facility interconnected fire alarm system was not functioning and operable in the one-year-old or two-year-old classrooms. The alarm system was tested and unable to be heard in either upstairs classroom as observe by the Certification Representative.

Corrected by Aug 29, 2023

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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 required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.

It was observed that the Toddler classroom was out of ratio. when staff member #1 left the classroom to use the bathroom leaving Staff #2 in the classroom with 6 two-year-olds, 2 one-year olds and an infant.

Corrected by Jan 18, 2023

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3270.21/3270.76 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that there were frayed wires along the floor in the 4's classroom near the window on the tan wall.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that staff persons 2 and 3 had been employed for longer than 1 year and did not have emergency plan training in the previous 12 months.

Corrected by Oct 10, 2022

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3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 and 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 2 did had been employed longer than 45 days and did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) Certificate on file. Staff person 2 may not work until NSOR certificate is on file. Staff person 4 did not have a State Police clearance on file and no provisional paperwork was available. Staff person 4 may not work until State Police clearance is on file. CORRECTED ON SITE

Corrected by Nov 4, 2022

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3270.33(a) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.

On 10/6/22 it was observed that staff persons 1, 4, and 5 did not have the required verifications on file to meet the requirements for the position they were working in. Staff person 1 was observed working as an AGS (Assistant Group Supervisor) but did not have verification of education or experience on file to meet the requirements for AGS. Staff person 4 was observed working as a Director, but did not have verification of education on file to meet the requirements for director. Staff person 5 was observed working as an AGS, but did not have verification of education on file to meet the requirements for director.

Corrected by Oct 20, 2022

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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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that the handwashing sign was missing at the handwashing sink in the Older Toddler classroom.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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3270.33(c) · A volunteer shall be supervised by a staff person who is qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that staff person 1 was working alone in the Young Toddler classroom, but only had documents on file to be considered a volunteer. A volunteer may not work alone or be considered as part of the staff to child ratio.

Corrected by Oct 16, 2022

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3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).

On 10/6/22, it was observed that staff person 4 was working as the director but did not have verification of education on file to meet the requirements for a director.

Corrected by Oct 16, 2022

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3270.36(b)(1) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that staff 1 and 5 did not have the required documentation on file to be qualified as an AGS (Assistant Group Supervisor). Staff person 1 did not have verification of education or experience on file. Staff person 5 did not have verification of education on file.

Corrected by Nov 25, 2022

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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 10/6/22, it was observed that toxics were accessible to children. Hand sanitizer was observed to be accessible in the 4's classroom on a low shelf. Hand sanitizer was observed to be accessible in the stairwell on a low table.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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3270.76/3270.77(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that the surfaces in the facility were not in good repair due to peeling paint. Peeling Paint was observed in the 3's classroom in the corner. Peeling Paint was observed in the 4's classroom on the windowsill. Peeling Paint was observed in the Older Toddler classroom under the Dry Erase board and under the Window. Peeling Paint was observed in the School Age classroom on the windowsill.

Corrected by Nov 15, 2022

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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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that the vents in the 4's classroom (by the office door) and in the 3's classroom (by the sink) had a visible layer of dust collected on them that could be scraped off when touched.

Corrected by Nov 15, 2022

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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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that furniture was damaged in the School Age classroom. The blue stool was torn allowing the stuffing to be exposed. The lego table was observed to have a visible layer of dust.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in the School Age classroom.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that safe routes for pick up and drop off were not posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Corrected by Nov 1, 2022

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3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that a file was not present at the facility for child 6.

Corrected by Oct 2, 2022

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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

On 10/6/22, it was observed that staff person 5 only had 1 written nonfamily reference on file. One additional reference is needed.

Corrected by Nov 1, 2022

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3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that staff person 1 had been employed for longer than 90 days and did not have pediatric CPR and First Aid on file.

Corrected by Oct 18, 2022

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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.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that childcare regulations and regional office contact information was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

On 10/6/22, it was observed that a letter was not sent to the local traffic safety authorities in the previous 12 months notifying them of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Corrected by Nov 1, 2022

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