Margaret George School And Child Care Center

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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the file for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain verification of completion of the required Health and Safety Trainings.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the files for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain verification of the completion of Emergency Plan training.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · 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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #6 did not contain verification of the completion of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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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). Facility Person # 1, Facility Person #3 and Facility Person #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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, Facility Person #5 and Facility Person #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 resided outside of Pennsylvania in North Carolina and New York within the last 60 months. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of the Out of State Sex Offender Registry Clearance for North Carolina and New York, the file also did not contain the New York Child Abuse Clearance for Staff Person #1. The files for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain a completed PA Criminal Background Check. The file for Staff Person #5 did not contain a completed Child Abuse Clearance and the files for Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance Check.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, in the Bears Classroom 23 Preschool Aged Children were grouped on the rug for an activity, exceeding the maximum group size by 3.

Corrected by Dec 12, 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, there were stained ceiling tiles in the Eagles Classroom by the window and outside of the Owls Classroom in the hallway. There was also a loose vent cover with pointy edges in the Fox Classroom.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, in the Owls Classroom, with children ages 1-3 year's old, there were small glass pumpkins and acorns, with a diameter of less than 1 inch accessible to children. There was also corn kernels in an area accessible to children in the Fox Classroom with children ages 1-2 years old.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Owls Classroom.

Corrected by Nov 4, 2025

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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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the file for Staff Person #4 and Staff Person #5 did not contain a completed Health Assessment, including the results for the tuberculin skin test.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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3270.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the file for Staff Person #5 did not contain verification of the Staff Person's name and address.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the files for Staff Person # 5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the provider could not verify in writing that an annual emergency drill was completed.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the provider could not verify that the Facility's Emergency Plan was sent to the Local Municipality and the County Emergency Management Agency.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at § 3270.36(b)(1-5). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, the file for Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain verification of education or childcare experience. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of childcare experience.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2025

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3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

At the time of the Complaint Investigation on 12/02/2024, there was evidence of mice infestation in the Windowsill of the Owls Classroom, behind the refrigerators in the Chipmunks and Fawns classrooms.

Corrected by Dec 10, 2024

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3270.24(a)/3270.191 · A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records. An individual record is required for each facility person.

At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/02/2024, the file for Staff Person #1 was not available for departmental review.

Corrected by Dec 10, 2024

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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.

At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/02/2024 The file for Staff Person #1 was not available for departmental review. Provider delivered file for Staff Person #1 to the department electronically on 12/04/04. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of Emergency Plan Training at time of initial employment.

Corrected by Dec 10, 2024

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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). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/02/2024, Staff Person #1 was observed working in the facility as a Provisional Hire. The file for Staff Person #1 was not available for departmental review. Provider delivered file for Staff Person #1 to the department electronically on 12/04/04. The electronic file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the date the National Sex Offender Registry Clearence was requested for Staff Person #1 and did not contain a signed and dated Disclosure statement.

Corrected by Dec 10, 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.

At the time of the Unannounced visit on 12/02/2024, the file for Staff Person #1 was not available for departmental review. Provider delivered file for Staff Person #1 to the department electronically on 12/04/04. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of education prior to service at the facility.

Corrected by Dec 10, 2024

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3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 did not contain parental consent for transportation.

Corrected by Oct 4, 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.

At the time of renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, file of staff person #2 did not contain the required 1 hour update of the Health and Safety training that was to be completed by 12/30/2022; file of staff person #5 contained the 1 hour required update but did not contain the verification that Health and Safety training had been completed within 90 days of hire.

Corrected by Nov 6, 2024

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3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f) · 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. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the files for Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 did not contain verification of completed Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training.

Corrected by Nov 11, 2024

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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). Facility Person's # 1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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's #1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/03/2024, the files for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Verification Clearance.

Corrected by Nov 4, 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.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by Oct 14, 2024

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3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of education or experience required to serve as an Assistant Group Supervisor.

Corrected by Nov 3, 2024

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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, there were stained ceiling tiles in the Owls Toddler Classroom over the tables, and in the Fawn Toddler Classroom over the rug and in the Bears Preschool Classroom above the clock.

Corrected by Nov 6, 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.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the area under the cabinet in the Preschool 2 Classroom and the wall by the coat room in the Bears Preschool Classroom had peeling paint.

Corrected by Nov 9, 2024

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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.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the refrigerator in the Bears Preschool Classroom had sticky unknown substances spilled in it and food particles on its shelf.

Corrected by Oct 3, 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).

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the individual record for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #4 did not contain a child service report.

Corrected by Nov 5, 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.

At the time of the Renewal inspection on 10/03/2024, the Emergency Contact form on file for Child #3 did not contain the Health Insurance Policy Number for the child.

Corrected by Oct 14, 2024

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

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for staff person #3 did not contain a record of a State Criminal History Check.

Corrected by Dec 21, 2023

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3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the files for child #5, 9 and 10 did not contained a signed financial agreement.

Corrected by Jan 8, 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).

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for children #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 did not include the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.

Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

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3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the files for children # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 , and 9 contained an agreement that did not specify the date of the child's admission

Corrected by Jan 8, 2024

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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.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for child #1 contained a health record dated more than 12-months old.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2024

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3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for child #10 did not contain a record of immunization.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2024

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3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for child #1, 3 and 7 did not include a current record of influenza vaccination.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2024

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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.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for staff person #4 did not include a record of a health assessment completed in the previous 12-months.

Corrected by Jan 10, 2024

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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.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office was not posted and available to parents.

Corrected by Dec 18, 2023

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3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the files for staff person #1 and 2 did not contain verification of 12-hours annual training.

Corrected by Jan 5, 2024

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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.

During a renewal inspection on 12/13/2023, the file for child #10 did not contain a record of heath assessment.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2024

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

On 11/28/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the center's emergency plan was not posted.

Corrected by Dec 12, 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 11/28/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that all handwashing signs weren't posted in toileting or eating areas.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2022

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3270.124(f) · 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.

On November 28,2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that many children's emergency contact forms had not been updated.

Corrected by Nov 28, 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 11/28/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative did not see safe routes posted.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2022

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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)).

On 11-28-22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that all of the smoke detectors were not working.

Corrected by Nov 28, 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 11/28/2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2022

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