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 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not contain and updated emergency contact information and financial agreement.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.21/3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not include an updated Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.21/3270.31(f) · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (Health & Safety and Mandated reporter training).

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not contain an updated emergency plan training.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not include an updated fire safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 &#4 may not work in a childcare 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person # 3 did not contain an updated National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance. The records of staff person #4 did not contain an updated Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 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 Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an emergency contact form.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(a)(3) · The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 contained a health record with no date.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not contain an updated health report. Report dated 8/27/23.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 and staff person #5 did not include an updated health assessment.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

During the renewal inspection on 4/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4 and staff person #5 did not include 12 clock hours of childcare training.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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).

During the unannounced inspection on 8/20/24 it was observed that the staff: child ratio was not in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51. In the pre-school classroom, there were 12 children ages 3-11 years old with 1 staff person.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the PA State Police Criminal clearance and the PA Child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #4 did not include a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that there was a stained ceiling tile above the hallway.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the wall in the hallway and on the wall outside the food prep area.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that there were no written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play in the Toddler and Infant rooms.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of child #3, and child #4 did not include the Child Service Report.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, and child #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #4 did not include an updated health record. Health records dated 2/7/2023 and 3/30/23 respectively.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.133(1)/3270.133(3) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that there was medication for child #4 not in the original container to identify the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method. The records of staff person #3 did not include a health assessment and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 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.

During the renewal inspection on 4/3/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility did not have valid liability insurance on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility person #2, 3, 4 and 5 did not have emergency plan training on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

At the time of inspection facility persons #1, 2, and 5 did not have annual fire safety training on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of inspection facility person #1, 4, 5 and 6 di not have Health and Safety training on file at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1, 2, 5 and 6 may not work in a childcare 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility persons: # 1 had an expired FBI clearance on file, #2 had an expired State Police Clearance and NSOR Certificate on file, #5 did not have State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance, NSOR Certificate, and Mandated Reporter training on file, and #6 did not have Sate Police Clearance and Mandated Reporter training on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.62(d) · Outdoor or indoor play space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered.

At the time of inspection facility's outdoor play space was being used for storage.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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.

At the time of inspection facility persons #5 and 6 did not have a Health Assessment on file

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility person #2, 5 and 6 did not have Mantoux test read / results on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of inspection facility person #5 did not have address and telephone number or file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

At the time of inspection facility person #5 did not have age on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 inspection facility persons #5 and 6 did not have proof of qualifications on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(4) · 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 #05--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility person #5 did not have disclosure statement on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: background checks. 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.

At the time of inspection facility persons #4, 5 and 6 did not have two written non -family references on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility did not have valid liability insurance on file.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have Health and Safety training on file at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) · 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 # -- 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 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.

At the time of inspection facility persons: #2 had an expired State Police Clearance, #5 Child Abuse Clearance, Mandated Reporter training on file.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.62(d) · Outdoor or indoor play space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered.

At the time of inspection facility's outdoor play space was being used for storage.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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.

At the time of inspection facility persons #6 did not have a Health Assessment on file

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A record of a person with a positive tuberculin skin test shall include the results of a chest x-ray and evaluation for chemoprophylaxis. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility person #6 did not have Mantoux test read / results on file.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(4) · 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility person #5 did not have disclosure statement on file.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

Category: background checks. 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.

At the time of inspection facility persons #4, 5 and 6 did not have two written non -family references on file.

Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2023

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

At the time of inspection facility person #5 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

At the time of inspection facility person # 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 did not have Annual Emergency Plan training on file.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.68(a)/3270.68(b) · Cigarettes, pipes or cigars may not be smoked in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area when children are in care or when food is being prepared. Ashes and cigarette or cigar butts are prohibited in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area.

At the time of inspection smoked cigarette butts were found on the outdoor play space .

Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.

At the time of inspection there were no proper handwashing signs posted.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.102(a)/3270.102(c) · 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. 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.

At the time of inspection outdoor playground surfacing was in need of repair (many detached areas covered by rugs) to prevent tripping or injury.

Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.

At the time of inspection child 1 & 2 files were sent but child are receiving services at another facility.

Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 inspection facility person 2 and 5 did not have verification of hours and experience.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.