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1215 Fishburn Rd, Hershey PA 17033 · License #CER-00244703 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Documentation showed that emergency plan training was conducted on 6/24/24 and again on 7/14/25, exceeding the requirement that emergency plan training be conducted at least every 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Documentation showed that staff #1 completed mandated reporter training 8/21/18 and again on 10/9/23, exceeding the requirement that mandated reporter training be conducted every 60 months. The staff member reportedly worked with children during the time of expired mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
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.
During the inspection, laundry detergent was observed to be accessible to children in the bathroom that contains the washer and dryer. Corrected on site by making detergent inaccessible.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(a) · Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day.
During the inspection, the trashcan in the gym/cafeteria area was observed to contain trash from the previous day(s). The director reported that this trash can gets emptied weekly.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
A plastic bag was observed to be accessible to children in the main floor bathroom. Corrected on Site by removing the bag. A plastic back was observed to be accessible to children in the toddler room, in the area where extra clothes are stored. Corrected on site by removing the bag.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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).
Documentation showed the last child service report for Child #3 dated November 2024, meaning that the next child service report within 6 months (May 2025) was not available.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Address of release person for child #4 was not available.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Documentation showed that the emergency contact form and financial agreement for child #3 were updated in September 2024 and again in April 2025, exceeding the requirement that these forms be updated every 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(2)(ii) · Exemption from immunization for reasons of medical need must be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
Documentation showed out of date immunizations for child #3; a letter of exemption for medical reasons was not available.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
Labels with children's names were not available on bottles in the infant room refrigerator. Corrected on site by adding labels.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.178 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
A water bottle was not available in the vehicle first aid kit. Corrected on site by adding a bottle of water to the kit.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Documentation showing 12 hours of annual training for Staff #1 was not available. Staff #1 is missing 3.5 hours of annual training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Documentation of an initial child health report within 60 days of enrollment was not available for child #1. Earliest child health report for child #1 was dated 12/5/23. See LIS for child's enrollment date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
The program reported an incident involving a teacher who used physical intervention (grabbing a child by the arm) as a behavior management strategy to gain the child's compliance.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Upon inspection, toys, bins, and furniture in the infant room were observed to have spots of dirty and dust in/on them.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · TIERED PLAN OF CORRECTION: 1. 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. 2. Program agrees to actively and intentionally participate in Technical Assistance provided by the ELRC to support toddlers/twos teachers in planning engaging activities for children, utilizing appropriate classroom and behavior management, and safe room arrangement. 3. All staff members will complete 4 hours of training on appropriate behavior management techniques to use with children in their specific age range. The training titles must be approved by OCDEL before it is assigned. These 4 hours of training are on top of the 12 hours of annual training that staff must complete to be in compliance with regulations.
During an interview, staff confirmed that children are left in highchairs after meals are complete and at other times of day for extended periods of time. In at least one instance, it was confirmed that a child was placed in a highchair because he was climbing in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
An incident was reported and verified that involved a teacher threatening to spank a child if the child did not behave. This teacher is no longer employed at the center.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
1) At the time of inspection, documentation of an NSOR clearance for provisionally hired staff member #1 was not available. Staff DOH was after 2/1/25, when provisional hiring rules changed. See LIS for DOH. 2) At the time of inspection, the state police clearance for staff #1 was not a complete printout, omitting the disseminated date.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
On 11/19/24, it was observed that outlets were uncovered. An outlet was uncovered in the gym, on the stage, behind the drum set. CORRECTED ON SITE. An outlet was uncovered in the cafeteria in the front of the stage. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 11/18/24, it was observed that staff person 2 had been employed for longer than 90 days and did not have verification of emergency plan training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
On 11/19/24, it was observed that the facility emergency plan was not posted at the facility in a conspicuous location for the parents.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 11/18/24, it was observed that lotions were accessible to children in the preschool bathroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 11/18/24, it was observed that surfaces were in need of repair at the facility. The surfacing on the toddler playground was observed to have gaps of approximately 2 inches that posed a tripping hazard. The fencing on the preschool side of the playground had cracks at the base that were sharp.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On 11/19/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint at the facility. Peeling paint and a hole in the plaster were observed in the gym under the table on the left side. Peeling paint was observed in the cafeteria on the right side wall.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 24, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that child 6 was missing an address for one of their release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that child 1, who was an infant, had a health assessment on file dated 1/24/24 that was not updated until 10/10/24, which is a lapse of more than 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. 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.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that staff health assessments and TB tests were not on file in a timely manner. Staff person 2 had a TB test on file dated 8/20/21 which was more than 12 months before their start date. Staff person 1 had a health assessment on file that expired on 6/6/24 that was not updated until 8/5/24.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that there was a bottle in the refrigerator in Room 7 which was not labeled. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that the Emergency Contact/Agreement form for children 3 and 4 had not been updated in the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(b) · A facility person may not disclose information concerning a child or family, except in the course of inspections and investigations by agents of the Department.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that the allergies of the children were posted without being covered, disclosing their names and allergy information. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
On 11/18/24, it was observed that child 7 had been enrolled longer than 60 days and did not have a health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the School Aged room, a blue and green chair was observed to be in disrepair. Corrected on Site by removing the chair from the room. In the infant room, a grey and white rocking chair was observed to be in disrepair. The armrest was observed to be unsecured and taped, causing a hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 2's room, window blinds and a bulletin board were observed to be dusty. In the School Aged room, 3 bulletin boards were observed to be dusty and windowsills were observed to be dusty. In the Preschool room, a shelf was observed to be dusty. In the PreK room, the bulletin board and windowsills were observed to be dusty. In the 1's room, the windowsills were observed to be dusty.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 school aged room near the door on the far side of the room, paint was observed to be peeling on the wall.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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).
Child #1,2,3, and 4 were missing a child service report on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Agreement form for child #2, 3, and 4 was missing arrival and departure times for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Agreement form for child #1, 2, 4, and 5 was missing release persons to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact form for child #1 was missing the father's work information. Emergency contact form for child #4 was missing information on the father work and work address.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Emergency Contact form for child #4 did not list information on the child's disability.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Emergency contact form for child #2 was missing a complete address for persons to whom the child can be released. Address on file was missing the city and zip code for the person's address.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
Medication log for child #6 was missing the dates for which the medication can be administered.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Staff #1 had a health assessment dated 2/21/22 and a TB test dated 2/11/22, which was not within 12 months prior to the staff's employment. Staff #2 had a health assessment dated 9/15/23, which was not completed prior initial employment. Staff #3 had a health assessment dated 10/13/23, which was not completed prior to initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
There was no record of an emergency drill conducted in the past 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
A fire drill was conducted on 3/6/23 and again on 7/20/23, which is greater than 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 completed within 30 days on the following occasions: 4/7/23 to 5/9/23, 8/18/23 to 9/28/23
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Staff number 1 was observed providing care for children unsupervised. Staff #1 does not have approved Pediatric CPR/First Aide on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 and 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. 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 #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 was observed to have an FBI clearance for the purpose of Department of Education, which is not accepted. Staff person 3 was hired as a provisional employee and was missing the FBI clearance. Receipt of fingerprinting was not present in the staff's file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 2/25/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric CPR/First Aid
Corrected Corrected by Feb 8, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. 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.
Staff person #1 and #2 left child #1, a young toddler, in a classroom unsupervised for 4-5 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. 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.
Staff person #1 and #2 left child #1, a young toddler, in a classroom unsupervised for 4-5 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity 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. 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.
Staff person #1 and #2 left child #1, a young toddler, in a classroom unsupervised for 4-5 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. 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.
Facility self reported that child #1 was left alone in a classroom for approximately 2 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.