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Home › PA › Marcus Hook › Discovery Zone Learning Center
1345 Market St, Marcus Hook PA 19061 · License #CER-00244450 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, there were disinfectant wipes on top of the white shelves in Room 108 and by the mirror in the Girls bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the trash cans in Rooms 103, 105, and 106 were not lidded and contained disinfectant wipes and tissues that were contaminated by human secretions.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2025
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the water in the upstairs Boys bathroom was 120° F.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the 2nd stall in the Girls bathroom on the 1st floor was out of order. The cribs in the infant room were stacked with a bouncy seats, cots, a rainbow tunnel, baby saucer, tummy time mat and a baby seat cover.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the date of admission was not on the agreement form of child #2.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
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.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #1, #2 and #3 did not include information on disability.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #2 did not include a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, staff person #1 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
On 6-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not include proof of education.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
On 7-19-2024 during a follow-up visit, the water in the upstairs bathroom was 140° F. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 6-21-2024.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.24(a) · A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.
On 7-17-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the agent of the Department was not provided immediate access to the facility. Continued noncompliance from Renewal inspection on 6-21-2024.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the facility did not have an emergency drill log completed.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.24(a) · A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the agent of the Department was not provided immediate access to the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have current Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, protective receptacle covers were missing in the extension cord in Room 110 (School-age room).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
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 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, a spray bottle containing Clorox was on a silver shelf below the television in Room 110 (School-age room).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the water in the upstairs bathroom was 140° F.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the first-aid kit in Room 103 (Older toddlers) was missing gauze and tape. The first-aid kit in Room 105 (Pre-school/Pre-K) was missing gloves.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 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 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the ceiling tile in the Girls bathroom was missing above the second stall. Ceiling tiles in the Boys bathroom were stained.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the Girls bathroom on the 2nd floor had 1 toilet that was not in use.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #2 was missing the medical policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, staff person #3 did not have a health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #1 had not been updated within a 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not include two nonfamily reference letters.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61 · Measurement and use of indoor child care space.
On 6-21-2024 during a Renewal inspection, Room 106 is being used as storage and Room 107 is being used as a staff lounge.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility's emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · 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. 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.
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1, 2, 4, and 6 did not have an influenza immunization in 2022 or 2023. No exemption letter was observed for child #1,2. 4, and 6.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility's emergency plan did not address the accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/14/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT OBSERVE PROTECTIVE OUTLET COVERS ON ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS BATHROOMS IN THE GYM AREA.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14 · 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/14/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT OBSERVE A PREVENTION OF SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME, ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA, AND CHILD MALTREATMENT POLICY THAT INCLUDED SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS, INJURY PREVENTION, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE WITH IN THE POLICY.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/14/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AN UNLOCKED CABINET IN THE TODDLER 1 CLASSROOM ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN THAT HAD BINDERS AND PAPERS FALLING ONTO THE FLOOR ONCE IT WAS OPENED BY CERTICATION REPRESENTATIVE.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person #1 will have until 8/1/2022 to complete the required health and safety trainings. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an Assistant Group Supervisor or higher who has completed the health and safety training. If there are not enough staff available that meet the requirements necessary to supervise staff #1, staff #1 will need to be removed until they receive the appropriate training.
STAFF PERSON #1 HAS NOT COMPLETED THE REQUIRED PRE-SERVICE HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING TOPICS WITH IN 90 DAYS OF THEIR HIRE DATE (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). STAFF PERSON #1'S HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING WAS COMPLETED ON 6/25/15, WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE REQUIRED TRAINING TOPICS.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 7/14/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT OBSERVE A FINANCIAL AGREEMENT THAT HAS BEEN UPDATED WITH IN A 6-MONTH PERIOD FOR CHILD #1 AND CHILD #2
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/14/22, PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE DOCUMENTATION VERIFYING THAT THE FACILITY CONDUCTED AN ANNUAL EMERGENCY DRILL.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.