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Home › PA › Philadelphia › Chosen Leaders Early Education Center
203 S 60th St, Philadelphia PA 19139 · License #CER-00246880 · Center · Child Care Center
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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). 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not contain a current mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not contain their annual written evaluations.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
During the inspection, it was observed that the shelves in the main space were not durable or safe.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
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 inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have a current afterschool daily schedule posted.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
During the inspection, it was observed that 2, was not aware of the group she is assigned to.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4, did not include an emergency contact sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, 5, did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.
During the inspection, it was observed that the vehicle used to pick up the children did not contain emergency contact sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have a current after school menu posted.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.178 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
During the inspection, it was observed that the vehicle used to pick up children did not contain a first aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4, did not contain an updated emergency contact sheet and the financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(8) · A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, 4, did not contain an agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain their 12 hours of childcare training, nor their annual fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include an accurate initial health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility had not updated and sent out the local traffic letter to the local authorities.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff 1 who is also the owner/director in the facility is awaiting trial for physical violence, or moral corruptness.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(c) · The operator may not allow an individual to enter the facility if the operator knows that the individual has been convicted or is awaiting trial on charges involving a crime of child abuse, child neglect, physical violence or moral corruptness.
Staff 1 who is also the owner/director in the facility is awaiting trial for (a) crime/crimes of physical violence, or moral corruptness.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2025
Category: background checks. 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 my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not review the emergency plan at least once a year.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not contain a current CPR certification.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.63 · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.
During my inspection I observed that the outside play space was full of trash and has some unsafe areas.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
During my inspection I observed toxics in an unlocked closet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b)/3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
During my inspection I observed that the first aid was missing soap, and accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(b) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's fire extinguishers had not been inspected in the last year.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During my inspection I observed that the facility has not sent over a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, and 2, did not contain their annual 12 hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their posted pick-up, and drop-off procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a posted menu.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
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 my inspection I observed that the facility did not have strategies for coping with crying and fussing children. As well as prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.63 · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.
During my inspection I observed that the protective covering over the pole in the middle of the play space was peeling off.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's water was temping at 120 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
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.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a complete first aid kit. The main room was missing soap.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have the arrival and departure times on their agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
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.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-3, emergency contact sheet did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1,2, did not have their health insurance coverage and policy number on their emergency contact sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have emergency contact sheet for the children in the child care spaces.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's transportation plan was not posted.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have a health assessment or TB.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
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.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, did not have a agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have all the required signatures at the bottom of their emergency contact sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
While reviewing the children files I observed that child 1, did not have their signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have acceptable verification of experience, education or training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 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 # 1, 2, may not work at the facility.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, hired on September 2023, did not have their Mandated reporter training, NSOR certification, & FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not included accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conduct fire drills.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their posted evacuation routes on each floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(6) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation plans provide for the removal of all persons from the facility in a single trip.
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill in the last 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
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.
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
During renewal inspection dated 5/22/2023, certification reviewed files for staff person #1 and to date staff person #1 had not completed the 2022 Health and Safety Training Update that was required to be completed by 12/31/2022.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
During initial inspection dated 5/22/2023, certification representative observed that toxic cleaning materials were in an unlocked closet and would be accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.