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5900 Latona St, Philadelphia PA 19143 · License #CER-00255977 · 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). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 did not have out of state criminal and child abuse clearances on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2026
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 renewal inspection cert rep observed hand sanitizer was on the front desk accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026
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 cert rep observed verification of education for staff #2 was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2026
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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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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 cert rep observed the annual emergency drill was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.64 · Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the cement on the ramp outside going into the front door of the facility was crumbling.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the hot water temperature in both the basement bathrooms was 115 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the first bathroom in the basement was not clean.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the changing table in the open space classroom did not have a hand washing sign posted.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 cert rep observed the rug in the big open space on the first floor used by the infant and toddlers was not clean.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 cert rep observed child #1 fee agreement did not include the fee amount.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
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 cert rep observed child #1 and 3 fee agreement did not include the release persons name.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include the work address and phone number of the parent.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include the information on any disabilities of the child.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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 cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include the address of the release person.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a)/3270.135(b) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the staff person changed the baby and did not wash the child's or their hands or clean the surface of diaper changing table.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.163(a)(4) · A lunch or dinner prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall include at least one grain.
During the renewal inspection the lunch did not include a grain.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 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 staff #1 did not have verification of education on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). 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 Southeast Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the unannounced monitoring visit follow up to renewal inspection on 10/8/2024 cert rep observed there were 1 staff persons present in the first-floor open space with 7 mixed aged children ranging from infant to older toddler age.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
During the unannounced monitoring visit follow up to renewal inspection 10/8/2024 cert rep observed the 2nd floor bathroom is inoperable.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
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 unannounced monitoring visit follow up to renewal inspection 10/8/2024 cert rep observed the emergency contact for 1 child was not present in the child care space while receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(b)/3270.192(2)(i) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have verification of age on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include 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 #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #3 did not have an FBI clearance request documents for a provisional 45-day hire and the NSOR certificate on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the first aid kit in the 2nd floor back classroom did not include tape and gloves. The first aid kit in the 2nd floor 1st classroom did not include soap.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 the cert rep observed the floor in the basement 2nd bathroom floor was sunken in and broken up. The 1st bathroom in the basement was infested with flies. The hand rail leading up to the 2nd floor was loose.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the second floor bathroom 1st toilet was not working. The sink in the first floor bathroom was clogged and water was not going down the drain.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.101(a) · Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed there is not enough play equipment and materials provided in sufficient amounts and variety to preclude long waits for use in the older toddler and younger toddler classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 the cert rep observed the rugs, toys and floor pillows were not clean in the infant toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child in the infant toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #3 and 4 did not include the health insurance policy number on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contacts were not present in the child care space while children were receiving care in the infant toddler and preschool classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not posted in the 2nd floor back and 1st classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(d)(5) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 and 2 did not have a current health assessment on file. Child #3 did not have immunizations on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have a health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 the cert rep observed bottles were not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact and fee agreement was not updated in a 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #4 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #2 and 4 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 and 3 did not have verification of education and child care experience on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 and 3 did not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. 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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the annual emergency drill was not conducted. A copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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)).
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fire drill log did not include testing of the fire safety system every 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 cert rep observed a letter notifying the local traffic authority annually of the location of the facility was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(e) · A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.
During complaint investigation, cert rep was informed by staff the facility changes diaper every 3 hours and document changes via the Brightwheel app.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
In review of facility's video surveillance and staff interviews, cert rep determined that a preschool age child was using a highchair that was not appropriate of the child's age and size.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) · 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 requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
During unannounced inspection on Wednesday, 05/22/24, cert rep observed facility out of ratio. There was 1 staff with 12 children (1 infant, 2 young toddlers and 9 preschoolers). A 2nd staff was preparing lunch in a separate part of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 the triangle bathroom in the basement did not have a lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.101(a)/3270.101(b) · Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. Play equipment shall facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development.
During the renewal inspection there was not enough play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children with having a sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. The play equipment at the facility was not enough to facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 emergency contacts were not present in the child care space while children were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 the renewal inspection a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: transportation. 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 a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infants was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -2- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #-2-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of out of state clearances for North Carolina, and New Jersey - Staff # 2 did not have documentation that PA FBI was applied for to meet the 45-day provisional waiver hire requirement.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of high school diploma to meet the requirements of AGS. - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of high school diploma or verification of experience to mee the requirements of AGS.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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.
During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity will be referred by the Regional Office for training for all staff to be conducted by the Regional Keys.
During unannounced monitoring on 5/3/23, Staff # 1 was alone on the 2nd floor infant room with 1 infant, 2 young toddler, and 3 older toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 3, 2023
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). 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 unannounced monitoring on 5/3/23, Staff # 1 was alone on the 2nd floor infant room with 1 infant, 2 young toddler, and 3 older toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 3, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61 · Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.
During unannounced inspection summary on 5/3/23, Cert Rep observed the 1st childcare room the right located on the 2nd floor, was not set up for use for childcare. The sign on the door indicated that it was office space, and staff only.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #---1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During unannounced monitoring on 4/20/23, Staff # 1's 45-day provisional hire ended on 4/18/23. Staff # 1 's NSOR is not completed. NOR was applied for on 3/12/23.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2023
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). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During unannounced monitoring on 4/20/23, Cert Rep observed the following on the playground: - Staff # 1 had 1 infant and 4 older toddlers (2year old) in her group
Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · 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 minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During unannounced monitoring on 4/20/23, Child # 1's emergency contact did not have parental signature for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The exit on the 1st floor located at the stairs was blocked with bouncy chair and other objects
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not complete the mandatory 1-hour health and safety training by 12/30/23.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21/3270.76 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - a knife on the table in the basement childcare space that was accessible to children
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 6 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
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 # -5 and 6- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include 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 #-5 and 6-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 5 had a Philadelphia School District FBI in file and not the required DHS FBI - Staff# 6 did not have a completed Child Abuse clearance in file as required under CPSL as a provisional waiver hire
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 dud does not have documentation of staff evaluation in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 did not have documentation of high school diploma in file to qualify as an AGS
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: supervision. 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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - missing outlet covers on the 2nd floor classrooms (infant room, preschool rooms)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - basement childcare space- floors needs to be cleaned -basement childcare space- heater falling off the base board (right side of wall) - Peeling paint in the infant room located on 2nd floor -Peeling paint on 1st floor childcare space under the tv
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing children's Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 3,4 and # 6 did not have documentation of child service report in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 4.5 and # 6 did not have a current health assessment in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · 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 minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 6 emergency contact did not have parental signature for consent of emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first aid
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while revieing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff 3 6 had documentation of 1 written reference in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61 · Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility's childcare space in the basement and 2nd floor rooms were not set up and ready to receive children in care
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(h)(3) · The capacity established for indoor space may not be exceeded except when a meal is served in a space designated and measured as indoor child care space.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - 16 children were observed being serviced in the first-floor childcare space measured for 15 children
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 5 did not have documentation of Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have the current Certificate of Compliance posted
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing Staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2's file had documentation of 11 childcare training hour in file
Corrected Corrected by Mar 16, 2023
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 unannounced monitoring on 6/10/22, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed Staff # 3 with 12 children 1- 2 year old and 11- 3/4 year old
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
Category: ratio. 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 unannounced monitoring on 6/10/22, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following - an infant sleeping in a bouncy chair' - an infant that was 11 months old in a rocker/bassinet that was standing up in it. infant was too big for the rocker/bassinet -the rocker/bassinet was dirty
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During unannounced monitoring on 6/10/22, Cert rep observed Staff # 1 at the facility, requested a file for Staff # 1 , and Cert Rep did not receive the file
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 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 # -4- 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 #--4- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 5/12/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 4 did not have documentation of completed NSOR clearance in file
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2022
Category: background checks. 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.
During physical site visit on 5/16/22, Cert Rep observed Staff # 5 at the facility that was not listed on the renewal staff data sheet. While reviewing file, Staff # 5 did not have verification of education and 2500 childcare hours to qualify as AGS
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection on 5/12/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 12 childcare hours but 6 hours
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
During complaint investigation on 6/3/2021, while reviewing a letter sent to parent by Provider on 5/24/21 , Staff person # 2 failed to report allegations of abuse to Childline after an incident of abuse at the facility was reported to staff person by a child and the child's parent. .Staff # 2 failed to comply with the Child Protective Services Law, and did not report it.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
During complaint investigation on 6/3/2021, while conducting interviews, Staff # 1 reported that on the day of the incident 5/20/21, it was the end of rest time. Staff # 1 asked Child # 1 to get up and off the mat. Staff# 1 reported pulling the mat off the floor while Child # 1 was still on it. Child #1 rolled off on to the floor.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.