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Whole Truth Sprouts Daycare
1204 W Washington St, New Castle PA 16101 · License #CER-00251024 · Group Child Care Home
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- (724) 202-6679
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- Address
- 1204 W Washington St, New Castle PA 16101 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 12 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
2nd citation previously cited 1/6/26. Per staff statements and an outside source, Staff #1 was providing care on 1/8/26 with expired clearances. Child abuse clearance dated 8/13/20. Updated child abuse clearance and NSOR certificate were received on 1/9/26. Child Abuse Clearance dated 1/9/26, NSOR certificate 1/7/26
Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff #1's file contained state police clearances dated 8/13/20 and 8/18/25 and DHS FBI clearances dated 9/21/20 and 11/21/25 which are more than 60 months apart. Staff #1's file contained a Child Abuse clearance dated 8/13/20 and an NSOR certificate dated 9/11/20 which is more than 60 months ago.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
- Violation
3280.66(c) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
In the main room on the desk was an arrowhead vine plant that is toxic to children.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.69(a) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water in the main room sink was 144.8 degrees.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
- Violation
3280.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.
Staff #1 opened a window behind the desk that did not have a screen.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.102(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 bottom of the kitchen set was separating causing a pinching hazard and exposing screws.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
- Violation
3280.108(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
The TV which was on two tripod stands was unstable when touched. The white shelving unit used for cubbies would move back and forth and was unstable when touched.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
- Violation
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The financial agreement for child #5 did not contain the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file for child #1 and 5 did not contain the enrolling parents work address and the enrolling parents work phone number.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for child #5 did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.124(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 file for child #5 did not contain Health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.124(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 for child #1, 2, 3 and 5 did not contain the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.124(f)/3280.181(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 most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file for Child #2 is dated 1/17/24 which is more than 6 months ago. The most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file for Child #4 is dated 2/1/24 which is more than 6 months ago.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Child #2's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 8/8/24 and 12/18/25 which is more than 12 months apart.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Staff #1's file contained a health assessment dated 9/22/23 which is more than 24 months previous.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.181(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.
The most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file for Child #2 is dated 1/17/24 which is more than 6 months ago. The most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file for Child #3 is dated 12/5/23 which is more than 6 months ago. The most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form on file for Child #4 is dated 2/12/25 which is more than 6 months ago.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for child #5 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.131(a)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Child #4's file did not contain a health assessment within 60 days of enrollment (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an primary 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 #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of 2/2025.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3280.31(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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an primary 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 #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility
Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 2/2025. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
- Violation
3280.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
In the outside play space was a red bucket with used napkins and discarded food.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
- Violation
3280.69(a) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The main classroom's sink that children use hot water temperature measured at 139 degrees F.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
- Violation
3280.102(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.
In the outside play space was a broken plastic purple chair with sharp edges.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
- Violation
3280.94(a)(9) · The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
The written fire drill log could not be located at time of inspection.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm testing log could not be located at time of inspection.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2025
- Violation
3280.14/3280.20 · 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 facilities emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.26(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.
The operator did not have documentation of reviewing the emergency plan annually.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
- Violation
3280.26(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.
Staff #1,2 and 3 files did not contain proof of emergency plan training.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
- Violation
3280.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.
Staff file #2 lacked 12 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 9/2023 to 9/2024.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2025
- Violation
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) · A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Staff #1's file did not contain acceptable proof of verified child care experience.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
- Violation
3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
In the main room there were 2 protective outlet covers missing: one under the chalk board and one under the table under the bulletin board. In the infant room a protective outlet cover was missing from the outlet under the left window.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2025
- Violation
3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
The sanitizing bleach spray was stored on top of the refrigerator not in a protective container.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2025
- Violation
3280.69(a) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The only sink that is used by children, hot water temperature measured 132.4 degrees.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
- Violation
3280.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first aid kit in the infant room did not contain soap. The bag first aid kit did not contain tape.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2025
- Violation
3280.103 · 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.
In the art area the bottom draw of the left 3 draw unit contained a container of water beads that were smaller than 1 inch in diameter accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths. In the right 3 draw unit in the top draw was foam painters that were accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected by Jan 8, 2025
- Violation
3280.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).
The files for child #1-5 did not contain a child service report, which have been enrolled for more than 6 months(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Child #3's file did not contain the enrolling parents work address and work telephone number. Child #5's file did not contain the enrolling parents work address.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Child #3 and 5's files did not contain the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(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.
Child #3's file did not contain information on the child's special needs.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(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.
Child #3's file did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(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.
Child #3's file did not contain the addresses of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #4's file did not contain 1 address of an individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(f)/3280.181(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 and 5, enrolled more than 6 months ago(See LIS Code Sheet), does not include a 6 month review signature for the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The most recent health assessment on file for child #2, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), is dated 11/14/23 which is more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.
The immunization record on file for Child #1, who is an older toddler age child(See LIS Code Sheet), includes 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 of 4 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 0 of 1 MMR vaccinations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 0 of 1 Varicella vaccinations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 0 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
3280.131(e) · 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.
The file for Child #3 and 5, with an enrollment date of more than 60 days ago(See LIS Code Sheet), does not include an immunization record.
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
3280.151(a)/3280.192(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.
Facility person #3's file did not contain a health assessment.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
- Violation
3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(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.
Facility person #3's file did not contain a TB test.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
- Violation
3280.181(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.
The files for Child #1,2,3,4 and 5, enrolled more than 6 months ago(See LIS Code Sheet), does not include a 6 month review signature for the financial agreement.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.182(4) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Child #3's file did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Child #3 and 5's files did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.192(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.
Staff #2's file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2025
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
The facilities fire alarm testing log contained the following dates: 3/11/24-4/11/24, 4/11/24-5/13/24, 7/11/24-8/12/24, 10/11/24-11/12/24, 11/12/24-12/13/24 which are more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Jan 14, 2025
- Violation
3280.131(a)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The files for child #1, 3, and 5, enrolled more than 60 day ago(See LIS Code Sheet), did not contain a health assessment. The file for child #4 contained an initial health assessment dated 8/8/24 which is more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
3280.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The file for child #3 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.26(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.
The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of the initial emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.26(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The facility lacked a letter to provide to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3280.26(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The facility's emergency plan was not posted at a conspicuous location in the facility.
Corrected by Feb 15, 2024
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #2 had a state police clearance with a record and lacked the corresponding record history sheet as required. The file for facility person #3 lacked a disclosure statement.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.33(a)/3280.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. 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 #1, functioning as a primary staff person, lacked verification of experience to qualify as a primary staff person.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
In the main room, there was a canister of Disinfex Wipes and a bottle of Purell Hand Sanitizer that were labeled "Keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.76 · 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 the outdoor play space, the chain link fence had multiple areas on the fence with metal wires that had sharp edges, and there were two poles on the fence with the top edges that were sharp and were accessible to children.
Corrected by Feb 15, 2024
- Violation
3280.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for child #3 had an agreement that lacked the signature of the operator. The file for child #4 had an agreement that lacked the signature of the operator and the parent.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The file for child #3 had an agreement that lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for child #1, #2, #3, and #4 had an emergency contact form that lacked the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
- Violation
3280.124(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 file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance and the policy number.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.124(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 for child #1, #2, and #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.131(e)/3280.131(e)(3) · 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. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 2-14-24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The file for child #4 lacked an immunization record within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current immunization record.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
There was Hyland's Cough & Mucus Medication for child #2 that lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
At approximately 11:35 a.m., staff person #1 was observed changing a 1 year old child's diaper, and the child did not wash their hands after the diaper change was completed.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The files for child #1 and #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.192(3) · A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of an initial health assessment and results of the tuberculin skin test.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for facility person #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 12-29-23 to 2-14-24.
Corrected by Mar 11, 2024
- Violation
3280.26(a)(2) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by § 3280.94 (relating to fire drills).
The facility's emergency plan lacked a plan that provides for evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- Violation
3280.131(a)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #4 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current health assessment.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
3280.171(a) · The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.
The operator lacked written notification sent to the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2024
- Violation
3280.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
The loose fill (mulch), under the anchored swings/play structure, measured approximately 6", but 9" is required.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for Staff #1 did not contain a Health Assessment dated within 12 months prior to providing initial service in the child care setting.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Violation
3280.26(a)(2) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by § 3280.94 (relating to fire drills).
The facility Emergency Plan was lacking a relocation site away from the facility premises.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jan 8, 2026 inspection noted: “2nd citation previously cited 1/6/26. Per staff statements and an outside source, Staff #1 was providing care on 1/8/26 with expired clearances. Child abuse c…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 6, 2026 inspection noted: “Staff #1's file contained state police clearances dated 8/13/20 and 8/18/25 and DHS FBI clearances dated 9/21/20 and 11/21/25 which are more than 60 months apar…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 13, 2025 inspection noted: “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced b…” — what has changed since then?
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