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2118 N Van Pelt St, Philadelphia PA 19121 · License #CER-00242495 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 was missing an emergency plan training in the file. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the shaken baby policy, the policy did not include Maltreatment. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: ratio. 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).
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
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #3, #4, #5 and #6 were missing child service reports in the file. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #4 was missing a physician's address and phone number on the emergency contact. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #2 was missing the physician's address on the emergency contact form. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #2 was missing information on disability on the emergency contact form. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #5 was missing their health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #4 was missing the release person phone number on the emergency contact form. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #1 is the grandchild of one of the staff who frequently accompanies her grandmother to work. There is no complete file for this child who receives care during childcare hours. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #6 was missing a date of the emergency contact and on the financial agreement. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #6 was missing MMR, varicella and the Hep A shots without a written exemption letter in the file. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #2, #4 and #6 were missing the statement on their physical that states the child is free from communicable disease. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the letter to the 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 childcare facility and was unable to do so at the time of the inspection. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 and #3 were missing employment verification in the file. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
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 #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing a criminal clearance, the NSOR and the disclosure statement in the file. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 was missing their second reference in the file. Staff #2 and #3 were missing 2 references in the file. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan. The plan was missing the procedures for lockdown. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the letter to the 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 childcare facility and was unable to do so at the time of the inspection. (Continue noncompliance from SIN-00268242)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the shaken baby policy, the policy did not include Maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not observe the plans for continuity of care in the plan.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 was missing an emergency plan training in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not see the method to contact parents.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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 the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered peeling paint in the infant room on the green wall.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered a crib that needed to be replaced or repaired. The crib was leaning due to missing a wheel.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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 the certification representative viewed the children files, children #3, #4, #5 and #6 were missing child service reports in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #4 was missing a physician's address and phone number on the emergency contact.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #2 was missing the physician's address on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #2 was missing information on disability on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #5 was missing their health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #4 was missing the release person phone number on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #1 is the grandchild of one of the staff who frequently accompanies her grandmother to work. There is no complete file for this child who receives care during childcare hours.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #6 was missing a date of the emergency contact and on the financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #6 was missing MMR, varicella and the Hep A shots without a written exemption letter in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #2, #4 and #6 were missing the statement on their physical that states the child is free from communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 and #3 were missing employment verification in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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 #-2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing a criminal clearance, the NSOR and the disclosure statement in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 was missing their second reference in the file. Staff #2 and #3 were missing 2 references in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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 the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not see the accommodations for infants and children with special needs.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing a Pediatric first aid and CPR in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan. The plan was missing the procedures for lockdown.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 childcare facility.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the letter to the 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 childcare facility and was unable to do so at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2025
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 the complaint investigation the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #5 and #6 were missing a health and safety certificate in the file.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the complaint investigation the certification representative conducted an unannounced inspection and discovered staff # 3, #5 and #8 was missing a CPR in the file.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.241(a) · If a child is required to be enrolled in public or private school under the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P.S. §§ 1-101-27-2702) and if the child is not enrolled and if the child is not exempted from enrollment under the Public School Code, a child care facility may not admit the child for care during the hours when the child is required by law to attend public or private school.
During the complaint investigation the provider was observed providing services to a school age child attending home school virtually online.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the shaken baby abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy there was no policy to view at the time of the renewal inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the facility's liability insurance but was not able to do so at the time of the renewal inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
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 the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing the health and safety training in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: health medication. 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). IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff: child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative walked in the facility and observed 18 children in one big group with the youngest being 1. with 3 teachers
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 the certification representative conducted a facility walk through a discover peeling paint on the wall in the preschool space under first ais sign and birthday sign.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed an infant lounge seat that needed to be cleaned.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed a staff member on the phone during nap time.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #5 was missing any extra services provided and was not signed by the operator.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children # 1, #2,#3 and #5 were all missing the fee amount of the financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children # 1 #2 #3 and #5 were all missing the date the fee needs to be paid this area was left blank.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were all missing the services to be provided and a child service report.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1, #2 and #3 were all missing arrival time and departure times on the financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children # 1, #2 and #3 were all missing the release person their financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child # 5 was missing the physician's phone number
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child # 1 was missing the insurance name and policy number. These areas were left blank.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child #3 was missing the release person address on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(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.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children # 1 and #2 were both missing a health assessment and shot records in the file. child # 3 was missing health assessment information.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files. staff #1 was missing an updated child abuse clearance in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the facility emergency drill, and was not able to view the drill at the time of the renewal.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1, #2 and #3 were all missing the complete the full 12 hours of professional development training. staff #1 was missing 8 hours of training, staff #2 was missing 11 more hours of training and staff #3 was missing 12 hours of training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
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). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, the infant/ toddler space was out of ratio. The youngest child was 6 months and the oldest was 2yo. There were 9 children and two staff in the child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, child #1, #4, , #5, and #6 did not have their physicians phone number included on their emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, the emergency contact form of child #7, did not include their health insurance policy number. The emergency contact forms of child #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, child #1, #2 and #3 did not have the address of release persons on their emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, child#8 did not have a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, child #8's bottle was not labeled.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(5) · An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, child# 8 was not being held while being bottle fed.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/21/23, the facility did not have their current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
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). Facility Person #1, # 2, and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1, #2, and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 does not contain NSOR verification. The file for staff person #2 does not contain a child abuse clearance and an FBI clearance. The file for staff person #3 does not contain NSOR verification and mandated reported training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
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.
The file for staff persons #3 and #4 did not contain an annual written evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/22, Certification Representative observed a staff person left alone with 10 young toddlers in the young toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
Category: ratio. 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 renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/21, Certification Representative observed a staff person left alone with 9 preschool children and 3 school age children in the older toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/22, Certification Representative observed an electrical outlet without a protective cover in the older toddler room on the wall next to the bathroom entrance.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2022
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 the renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/22, Certification Representative observed a bottle of hand sanitizer on top of a cubbie in the older toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
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 conducted on 12/19/22, Certification Representative observed computer monitors, hard drives, and computer cords identified as trash by the provider in the outdoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/22, Certification Representative observed a broken plastic chair in the facility's outdoor play space. The back of the chair had cracks and was bent backwards.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 conducted on 12/19/22, the older toddler classroom did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2022
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 conducted on 12/19/22, the older toddler classroom and the younger toddler classroom did not have emergency contact information for each enrolled child.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(g) · 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.
The file for staff persons #1 and #2 did contain documentation of required pre-service trainings.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/19/21, the facility did not have information on how to access chapter 3270 regulations posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
During the complaint investigation conducted on 12/19/22, Certification Representative observed a child from the older toddler classroom in the bathroom unsupervised two times throughout the investigation. Certification Representative also observed a child in the younger toddler classroom fall out of a chair and onto the floor. The child fell so that their head was on the floor. The teachers in the classroom were not positioned so that they can see all the children in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
Category: supervision. 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 AN UNANNOUNCED MONITORING VISIT ON 1/26/22, THE FOLLOWING ROOMS AND DESIGNATED AREAS ARE OBSERVED AS MISSING OR DISTRESSED PLASTER AND CHIPPING PAINT: THE INFANT ROOM, THE YELLOW WALL NEXT TO THE PANTRY, THE PURPLE WALL, THE YELLOW WALL NEXT TO THE COMPUTER, THE TODDLER ROOM ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE HALF WALL, BATHROOM #1 PLASTER AND PAINT ON WALL NEAR THE LIGHT SWITCH, BATHROOM #2 YELLOW WALLS, TODDLER ROOM ON THEINSIDE PILLAR, ORANGE WALL, THE ENTRY WAY WHITE HALF DOOR.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 4, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
There were several chairs on the first and second level that were in poor condition and were rusted at the time of the renewal inspection. Boys bathroom on second floor had soiled walls and floors as well.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.