3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for Child abuse history information as required under the CPSL. The file of staff person #2 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2026

Category: background checks. 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.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed peeled paint in the preschool school room.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2026

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

3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 2 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2026

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).

At the time of inspection, staff person # 1 was observed working alone with 15 children grouped in mixed age levels. Staff person #1 was working alone for 10 minutes with young and older school-age children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

At the time of inspection, it was revealed that there was evidence of rodents.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2026

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.

At the time of inspection, it was revealed that student used an entrance path that was not kept clean and had visible hazards. Damaged to the wall and ceiling in the infant room bathroom was also observed at the time of inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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

3270.175(a) · A child 7 years of age or younger shall be transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems).

At the time of inspection, young school-age children were not transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.176(f) · In accordance with the requirements of 67 Pa. Code Chapter 171 (relating to school buses and school vehicles), the facility may not transport a child in an 11-15 passenger van.

At the time of inspection, it was revealed that the children were being transported in an 11-15 passenger van.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a continuous written record documenting that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a written record of testing all fire detection devices at least once every thirty days.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the Criminal history information as required under the CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

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

3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed evidence of rodents.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025

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.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed several damage ceiling tiles in the toddler classrooms, the vent in the school age room was not kept clean or in good repair, the door areas in the school age room were not kept clean and the outdoor play space was not kept clean.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2025

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

3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed damaged to the wall and ceiling in the infant room bathroom, the toilet in the toddler room was not in good repair and the fixtures were not kept cleaned.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed three children sleeping in rest equipment that was not age-appropriate.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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

3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed a staff member not washing a child's hands after being diapered.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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

3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

At the time of inspection, the health assessment for staff person # 1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024

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

3270.112 · Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed an infant in a highchair for over 10 minutes while not eating or engaged in an activity.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

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.

At the time of inspection, staff person # 1 was observed working alone with 6 infants for a duration of 5 minutes.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

Category: ratio. 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 on 07/20/23 child #1 was observed wandering from classroom on (3) separate occasions without staff supervision. Staff #1 was also observed leaving child unsupervised in the older toddler bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

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 the unannounced monitoring on 07/20/23 chipping paint was observed on red wall in the older toddler room.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

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

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

During the unannounced monitoring on 07/20/23 child #1 was observed sleeping on an unlabeled cot. Child #2 was observed sleeping in a highchair.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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). 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 on 05/31/23 the file reviewed for staff #1 contained expired FBI clearance. Clearance reviewed was dated 05/11/18.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

Category: background checks. 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 on 05/31/23 there were missing electrical outlet covers observed in preschool room on teal wall and in back playroom on red wall.

Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

During the renewal inspection on 05/31/23 there were ants observed on the floor in the kitchen.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023

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 05/31/23 there was chipping paint observed in the 1yo classroom on the red wall.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2023

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

3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

During the renewal inspection on 05/31/23 lidded trash was missing from bathroom located in 1yo classroom.

Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2023

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

3270.124(b)(1) · Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child.

During the renewal inspection on 05/31/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #5 did not include child's date of birth.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 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.

During the renewal inspection on 05/31/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 did not contain policy number. The emergency contact reviewed for child #2 and child #5 did not contain health coverage and policy number,

Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2023

Category: health medication. 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 on 05/31/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 was not updated/reviewed within 6-month time period.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 05/31/23 documentation on annual emergency drill was not provided for review.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person # 1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1 staff person # 1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

On October 04, 2022, during the unannounced inspection, staff person #1 was observed to be caring for a child unsupervised in the middle preschool bathroom. Staff person #-1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised. The required professional development trainings (also known as Pre-Service Training) include the following Health and Safety topics: · Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations) · Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) & Use of Safe Sleep Practices · Administration of Medication, consistent with standards for parental consent · Prevention of and Response to Emergencies due to Food and Allergic Reactions · Building and Physical Premises Safety, including Identification of and Protection from Hazards, Bodies of Water and Vehicular Traffic · Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment · Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster, or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility), within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5195a(a)(1)) that shall include procedures for evacuation, relocation, shelter-in place and lock down, staff and volunteer emergency preparedness training and practice drills, communication and reunification with families, continuity of operations, and accommodation of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions · Handling and Storage of Hazardous Materials and the Appropriate Disposal of Bio-contaminants · Appropriate precautions in Transporting Children

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

On October 04, 2022, during the unannounced inspection, staff person #1 was observed to be caring for a child unsupervised in the middle preschool bathroom. Staff person #-1 has not completed the following pre-service training required as listed in prior to caring for children unsupervised. The required professional development trainings (also known as Pre-Service Training) include the following Health and Safety topics: · Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations) · Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) & Use of Safe Sleep Practices · Administration of Medication, consistent with standards for parental consent · Prevention of and Response to Emergencies due to Food and Allergic Reactions · Building and Physical Premises Safety, including Identification of and Protection from Hazards, Bodies of Water and Vehicular Traffic · Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment · Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster, or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility), within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5195a(a)(1)) that shall include procedures for evacuation, relocation, shelter-in place and lock down, staff and volunteer emergency preparedness training and practice drills, communication and reunification with families, continuity of operations, and accommodation of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions · Handling and Storage of Hazardous Materials and the Appropriate Disposal of Bio-contaminants · Appropriate precautions in Transporting Children

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

On October 04, 2022, during the unannounced inspection, the ceiling in the back school age classroom and back play space was in visible need of repair. The ceiling in the back school age classroom was stained and bubbling from water damage. The ceiling in the back play space was leaking from the rain during the inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022

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

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

ON AUGUST 15, 2022, DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 4 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE FOR THE POSITION PERFORMING. ( ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR) THE RECORD INCLUDED JANITORIAL EXPERIENCE.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2022

Category: supervision. 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).

ON AUGUST 15, 2022, DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, AT APPROXIMATELY 11:03 AM, STAFF PERSON # 1 WAS OBSERVED IN THE INFANT ROOM WITH TWELVE CHILDREN ( THE YOUNGEST CHILD IN THE GROUP WAS AN INFANT; 10 MONTHS OLD) STAFF PERSON # 2 JOINED THE GROUP WITH STAFF PERSON # 1. AT APPROXIMATELY 11:05 AM STAFF PERSON # 1 LEFT THE GROUP WITH SIX CHILDREN LEAVING STAFF PERSON # 2 IN THE INFANT ROOM WITH SIX CHILDREN AND THE YOUNGEST CHILD WAS AN INFANT. AT APPROXIMATEY 11:10 AM STAFF PERSON # 3 WAS OBSERVED IN THE BACK SCHOOL AGE SPACE WITH TWENTY CHILDREN ( THE YOUNGEST CHILD IN THE GROUP WAS A SIX YEAR OLD YOUNG SCHOOL AGE CHILD)

Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2022

Category: ratio. 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.

ON AUGUST 15, 2022, DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, AT APPROXIMATELY 11:09 AM; THE CERTIFICATION SUPERVISOR OBSERVED TWENTY CHILDREN ALONE IN THE BACK SCHOOL AGE CLASSROOM WITHOUT SUPERVISION BY A STAFF PERSON.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

ON AUGUST 15, 2022, DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 4 WAS NOT UPDATED WITHIN A 24-MONTH PERIOD. ( 09/25/2019)

Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2022 observed bleach child accessible in the cabinet in the Infant room.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2022 observed child #1's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2022

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 # 1 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 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, THE CHILD ABUSE REGISTRY CLEARANCE REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON # 1 (HIRE DATE 12.30.2021) WAS NOT AN ACCEPTABLE CLEARANCE. THE CLEARANCE WAS A VOLUNTEER CLEARANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2021

Category: background checks. 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 INITIAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS BLEACH OBSERVED ON THE FLOOR IN AN UNLOCKED CLOSET ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN ACROSS FROM THE INFANT CLASSROOM BATHROOM, STEEL WOOL SOAP PADS WERE IN AN UNLOCKED DRAWER BELOW THE SINK IN THE MIDDLE FRONT CHILD CARE SPACE, THERE WAS BLEACH, CLOROX SPRAY AND GLASS CLEANER IN AN UNLOCKED DRAWER BELOW THE SINK IN THE FRONT MAIN CHILD CARE SPACE, THERE WAS HAND SANITIZER ON THE SINK ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN IN THE BACK PRE-K CLASSROOM.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2021

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

3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, A FIRST AID KIT WAS NOT PRESENT IN THE REAR SCHOOL AGE CLASSROOM.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2021

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