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Little Peaches Child Development Center
400 Kring St, Johnstown PA 15904 · License #CER-00250487 · Child Care Center
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- (814) 269-4225
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- Address
- 400 Kring St, Johnstown PA 15904 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 79 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
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.
The files of staff #2 and #3 lacked annual staff evaluations.
Corrected by Dec 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Observed 2 outlets lacking protective receptable covers located in the infant room on walls near rest equipment.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) 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 #6, staff person #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #6 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #6 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 1 hour Health and Safety training Update
Corrected by Dec 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Observed in the preschool room scissors and an electrical cord stored in a bin accessible to children in care.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #5 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 #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff #2 had PA State Police clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 9-16-15 and 8-31-20. The file of staff #4 had PA State Police clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 11-12-23 and 11-8-18. The file of staff #5 had an invalid FBI clearance due to the fact it was a PDE clearance rather than DHS.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. 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.
Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3-11-20 and 3-19-25.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
Observed in the toddler room on the right upon entry to facility, 2 separate holes in the mesh covering of the baseboard heat source allowing for direct contact by the toddlers in care.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed in the young toddler room located in the back of the building, a 3 by 3 shelving unit not anchored presenting a crush hazard. Observed in the older toddler/preschool room, a red plastic bin that was cracked. Observed in the outdoor play space2 trikes with broken seats and wheels, 2 Minnie Mouse riders cracked in the front, a large white rider truck cracked around front wheels, and a toy dump truck with a cracked bucket. Observed in the preschool room 3 magnet cubes cracked with missing magnetic parts.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Observed in the preschool room 4 foam blocks with bite marks.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file of child #3 lacked an agreement signed by the operator and the parent.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
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.
The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
There were not copies of the emergency contact forms for children #1 and #2 who were observed in care.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The files of children #4 and #5, both preschool aged children had health assessments more than 12 months apart due to the fact they were dated: child #4 9-29-25 and 6-7-24; child #5 12-14-23 and 2-18-25.
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
Observed a prescription medication for child #4 that lacked a medication log.
Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file of staff #4 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 11-14-22 and 11-15-24. The file of staff #6 lacked a health assessment on or prior to caring for children due to the fact the initial health assessment on file was dated 8-21-25 (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected by Nov 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(b) · 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.
The file of staff #6 lacked a valid health assessment due to the fact the document on file was a printout of medical information from their MyChart efile rather an assessment completed and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.151(c)(4) · An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
The files of staff #5 and #7 had health assessments that lacked the information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
- Violation
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.
The files of children #1 and #2 lacked initial health assessments within 60 days on enrollment.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. 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.
Second citation, previously cited on 6-10-25. The file of staff #1 lacked out of state clearances. Additionally, staff #1 was observed working with children even though the provider was informed staff #1 could not work at the facility until clearances were obtained.
Corrected by Aug 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.52 · 1. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). 2. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. 3. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Western Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
Observed staff #1 in the outdoor play space with the following children: 1 younger toddlers, 3 older toddlers, and 3 pre-school aged children. Staff #2 was standing through the doorway leading from the outdoor play space to the infant room. Staff #2 was standing in the infant room to supervise staff #4 who could not be alone with children while staff #3 took a child to the restroom.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2025
- Violation
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. 2. Children must be supervised at all times. 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. 3. 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.
Observed staff #1 in the outdoor play space with the following children: 1 younger toddlers, 3 older toddlers, and 3 pre-school aged children on their phone the entire time Cert Rep parked vehicle, got out of vehicle, walked across the parking lot, undid the lock on the gate, and stepped into the outdoor play space. Staff #2 was unable to properly supervise their group of children due to the fact they were standing through the doorway leading from the outdoor play space to the infant room. Staff #2 was standing in the infant room to supervise staff #4 who could not be alone with children while staff #3 took a child to the restroom.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2025
- 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.
Observed staff #1 in the outdoor play space with the following children: 1 younger toddlers, 3 older toddlers, and 3 pre-school aged children on their phone the entire time Cert Rep parked vehicle, got out of vehicle, walked across the parking lot, undid the lock on the gate, and stepped into the outdoor play space. Staff #2 was unable to properly supervise their group of children due to the fact they were standing through the doorway leading from the outdoor play space to the infant room. Staff #2 was standing in the infant room to supervise staff #4 who could not be alone with children while staff #3 took a child to the restroom.
Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Second citation, previously cited on 6-10-25. The smoke detection system was not tested every 30 days based on the smoke detection testing log due to the fact the dates were 5-27-25 to 6-27-25 = 31 days.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff persons #1, #2, and #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) 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 persons #1, #2, and #3, staff persons #1, #2, and #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #1, #2, and #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #1 and #2 have not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and safety training topics, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and mandated reporter training. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file of staff #3 lacked documentation of completing Emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.
Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The files of staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
- 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, #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 #1, #2, and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff #1 lacked a PA State Clearance, the National Sex Offender Registry report, and a signed Disclosure statement. The file of staff #2 lacked PA State Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, DHS FBI clearance, the National Sex Offender Registry report, and out of state clearances. The file of staff #3 lacked the National Sex Offender Registry report and a signed Disclosure Statement.
Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed in the preschool/school age room a green bookbag sitting on the floor with the top zipper unzipped and Aquaphor cream labeled "keep out of the reach of children."
Corrected by Jun 28, 2025
- 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.
Observed 13 preschool aged children on the playground with staff #1 and #3. Staff #1 named 9 children and staff #3 named 3 children. Both staff failed to name child #1.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2025
- 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 files of staff #1 and #2 lacked initial health assessments or TB test results; no health assessments were on file.
Corrected by Jul 9, 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.
The files of staff #1, #2, and #3, all AGS lacked proof of experience.
Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Based on the fire drill log, fire drills were held more than 60 days apart due to the fact they were dated 1-7-25 and 4-14-25 which equals 97 days.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Based on the smoke detection testing log, testing was done more than 30 days apart on the following dates: 2-6-25 to 3-19-25 = 41 days; 3-19-25 to 4-23-25 = 36 days; 4-23-25 to 5-27 = 34 days.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The emergency plan lacked continuity of operations. The file of staff #6 lacked documentation of completing the required 1-hour Health and Safety update training timely due to the fact it was dated 10-2-24.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Observed in the infant room, pack and plays labeled for children #1 and #2 with loose sheets. Observed in the preschool room, adult scissors, thumb tacks, and an AV cord accessible to children in care due to the fact they were stored on an open shelf low enough for children to reach.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #5 will have until January 1, 2025 to complete the Health and Safety training Update 2022. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child care position.
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 day of their hire date (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training Update 2022.
Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
- 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 #5 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 #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff #4 had clearances dated after initial employment due to the fact they were dated: PA State Police 10-2-24, Child Abuse 10-8-24, NSOR requested 10-3-24, and a signed disclosure statement dated 10-3-24 (see LIS code sheet). At the time of reviewing the file, the file of staff #5 lacked a current Child Abuse clearance and had a PDE FBI clearance.
Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #5 will have until January 1, 2025 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child care position.
Staff person #5 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 2-6-19.
Corrected by Dec 27, 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. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
Staff #8 left staff #9 in the first older toddler room with 7 older toddlers to walk down the hall to the young toddler room to get 2 young toddlers to bring into ratio with themselves and staff #9 in the first older toddler room. At 3:15, staff #3 was left with 17 preschool aged children in the preschool room while staff #7 walked to each room to remind them to turn on their cameras in their respected rooms.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.
At 3:19 staff #10 left staff #11 with 5 infant sin the infant room so they could walk down the hall to the young toddler room to get 2 young infants and bring them back to the infant room.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed in the preschool room hand sanitizer hanging on the bookbag of child #4 in the cubbies. The hand sanitizer was labeled "keep out of the reach of children" and the cubbies were accessible to all children present in the room.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
Observed in the snack area of the preschool space, two non-lidded lined trash cans with evidence of human secretions; and one non-lidded trash can in the infant room.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed in the preschool room, a cracked plastic bin housing wooden food; a white wooden shelf and a black wooden shelf that were not anchored posing a crush point.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Observed in the preschool room, 9 foam blocks with bite marks.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.
At 1:15, observed in the infant room insufficient lighting to properly supervise 5 infants were sleeping. Observed in the older toddler room insufficient lighting to properly supervise the young and older toddlers sleeping during rest time. At 2:30, observed in the young toddler room, older toddler room, and pre-school room insufficient lighting to properly supervise all children in care during rest time.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The file of child #1 lacked an agreement with the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The file of child #1 lacked an agreement with the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The files of children #1#2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked agreements with the children's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The files of children #4 and #5 had the original agreements rather than a copy.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files of children #1 and #2 lacked emergency contact forms with the work phone numbers and work addresses of the enrolling parents. The file of child #4 lacked and emergency contact form with the work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The files of children #4 and #5 lacked emergency contact forms with the complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children may be released.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
Observed in the front toddler room, Tylenol for child #1 with an expiration date of 3/23 and for child #6 an expiration date of 5/24.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- 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.
At the time of reviewing the files, the files of staff #1 and #5 lacked documentation of health assessments every 24 months.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of staff #4 lacked documentation of tuberculin test at initial time of employment.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
At the time of the inspection, there were not infant feeding schedules present for the infants observed in care.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Jan 22, 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.
The files of staff #2, #3, and #6 had documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training more than 60 months apart.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, there were not accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
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 #5 will have until January 1, 2025 to complete Pediatric First aid and CPR in an approved PQAS curriculum and by an approved PQAS trainer. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child care position.
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First aid and CPR.
Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file of child #1 had a late initial health assessment due to the fact it was dated 5 months after enrollment.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The files for Staff person #1, #3 and #5 was observed not to have completed the Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.
Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The cribs in the infant room were observed to have loose fitting sheets covering the mattresses that could pose a threat to the health and safety of the children.
Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for staff person #2 (DOH) 9/18/22 was observed not to have documentation of Health and Safety training being completed within the staff persons first 90 days of hire. The file for staff person #6 (DOH) 9/5/23 was observed not to have documentation of Health and Safety training being completed within the staff persons first 90 days of hire.
Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
It was observed in the Young Toddler room that the first-aid kit was missing tweezers, the Older toddler room's first-aid kit was observed to be missing tape and the Infant room first-aid kit was observed to be missing gauze.
Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
- Violation
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 preschool room, the green cubby was observed to have peeling paint.
Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
It was observed in the young toddler room that the diapering area was not equipped with a lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
The green cubby in the preschool room was observed to have an exposed screw and a metal bracket was observed on the wall in the Older Toddler bathroom exposing sharp edges.
Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
In the Older Toddler room, it was observed that there was not an operable thermometer in the refrigerator.
Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The Agreement forms on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 was observed not to specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
The Agreement form on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The files for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 were observed not to contain the required review for emergency contact information and financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Corrected by Feb 16, 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.
The file for Staff Person #7 was observed not to contain documentation of education.
Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility's fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing being documented 12/1/22, 1/4/23, 4/3/23, 5/4/23, 6/6/23, 7/7/23, 7/7/23, 8/9/23, 9/22/23, 10/26/23, and 11/29/23.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facility was observed not to have documentation of a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for staff persons #1, #3, and #8 were observed not to have documentation of a written evaluation every 12 months.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The agreement form on file for child #3 was observed not to contain child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 and Child #3 were observed not to contain the policy number for a child under a family health insurance coverage policy or medical assistance benefits.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file for child #3 was observed not to have an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file for child # 1, child #4, child #5, and child #6 were observed not to have documentation of an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The health report on file for child # 1, child #4, child #5, and child #6 were observed not to have documentation of an influenza shot being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP nor did the files contain documentation by written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The health report on file for child #3 was observed not to contain documentation that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The most up to date health assessment on file for staff person #12 was observed to be greater than 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessment being dated 8/25/20 and 11/21/22.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
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 on file for Child #2 was observed not to contain written parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of minor first aid procedures.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
It was observed that the facility did not have documentation of emergency drills being conducted annually.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The facility's fire drill log showed that the facility did not conduct fire drills every 60 days. This is evidenced by there being a gap of more than 60 days from 11/2/2021 to 1/7/2022 and 3/1/2022 to 5/6/2022.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days since 11/1/2021.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- 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.
It was observed that an outdated certificate of compliance was posted. This is evidenced by the certificate of compliance being dated 3/1/2020 to 3/1/2021.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
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.
It was observed that the facility did not have documentation of sending copies of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, , #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #11 were observed not to have documentation of 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
Observed staff file #3 and #12, who were required to obtain training in pediatric first aid and pediatric cpr by 6/19/21, did not have documentation of completion of the required pediatric first aid and pediatric cpr in their file.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
Observed staff #4 and #8, who have worked for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of the required professional development health and safety topics.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -2, 5,8, - may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed staff file #2, a provisional hire who has worked more than 45 days, did not contain a copy of the NSOR application or the NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #4, who has been in a child care position for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of the CPSL required mandated reporter training. Observed staff file #5 contained updated criminal background clearance and the updated child abuse clearance which were dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances. Observed staff file #5 contained an FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated more than 60 months ago. Observed staff #5 and #6 contained updated documentation of the CPSL required mandated reporter training, which was dated more than 60 months after the previous training document. Observed staff file #8 did not contain a FBI fingerprint clearance.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Observed staff file #1, 3, 4, and 11 did not contain documentation of 2 years experience with children.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed Butt Paste labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in a backpack hanging on a low hook in the preschool room.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
Observed shaving cream labeled keep out of the reach of children in the locked cabinet containing arts and craft supplies.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Observed a detached piece of floor trim in the infant room creating a visible hazard. Observed damaged radiator covers in the young toddler room. Observed in the back young toddler room, loose hanging cords which were a visible hazard hanging by the refrigerator.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Observed the back young toddler room had a microwave on a cart with wheels which could be pushed or pulled by the young toddlers creating a possible tipping hazard.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
Observed the agreement for child file #1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
Observed child file #1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 contained original agreements.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- 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.
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #5 did not contain the health insurance policy number.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #2, 3, 5, and 6 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Observed the health assessment for child #4 did not contain a statement that the child able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Feb 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Observed child file #3 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Observed child file #1 did not contain an updated immunization record of vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed staff file #3, 4, and 11, who had already began providing initial service in a child care setting, did not contain initial health assessments. Observed staff file #7 and #10 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #9 contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 24 months ago.
Corrected by Feb 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
Observed staff file #4 and #11 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Observed the young toddler room had a fire alarm which required the battery to be changed. Observed the interconnected system was not operating in sync. Each of the fire alarms would go off but they would not all go off at the same time. Observed the operator did not have proof of purchase for the interconnected fire alarms.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- 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.
Observed the facility did not provide to the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- Violation
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.
Observed the operator did not send a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 25, 2025 inspection noted: “The files of staff #2 and #3 lacked annual staff evaluations.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 22, 2025 inspection noted: “Second citation, previously cited on 6-10-25. The file of staff #1 lacked out of state clearances. Additionally, staff #1 was observed working with children eve…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 10, 2025 inspection noted: “Staff persons #1, #2, and #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #1 and #2 have not completed the following pre- service train…” — what has changed since then?
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