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5015 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia PA 19144 · License #CER-00236438 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 the inspection on 5/28/26 staff person #1 was observed providing for direct child care services and their file included a health assessment that was not dated.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2026
Category: ratio. 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.
During the inspection on 5/28/26 the last fire drill observed on file was 3/4/26.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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
3270.68(a) · Cigarettes, pipes or cigars may not be smoked in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area when children are in care or when food is being prepared.
During the inspection on 3/31/26 staff person #1 was observed vaping in the outdoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the inspection on 12/22/25 in the second floor bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 127.6° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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 inspection on 11/14/25 an electrical outlet in the first floor classroom was observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2025
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 the inspection on 11/14/2025 the file record for staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 9/9/24 (date of hire: see code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 14, 2025
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.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 9/29/25 staff person# 2 was observed leaving three children unsupervised alone in the first floor bathroom at 9:13 am.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(a) · Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 9/29/2025 a can of fruit was observed uncovered in the refrigerator. .
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 9/29/25 the file record for child #1 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant obtained from the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2025
Category: nutrition. 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.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection 9/29/25 the file records for staff person # 1 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 inspection on 8/4/25 child #5 was observed drinking a bottle in the bouncy seat.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 inspection on 8/4/25 the legal entity's insurance did not cover the persons who are on the premises (the facility's address was not included on the policy)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for staff person #2 did not include annual emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
During the inspection on 8/4/25 staff person #2 was observed at approximately 9:33 am with 11 children, the youngest child was an infant.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 inspection on 8/4/25 the first-aid kit in the First Floor classroom was missing tape.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 inspection on 8/4/25 11 children were observed alone unsupervised by facility staff in the first floor classroom at approximately 9:32 am. At 9:34 am child #6 was observed going from the first floor to the second floor unsupervised. At 10:06 at child #6 was observed alone unsupervised by facility staff in the second floor back room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child #1 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for child #5 did not include an agreement that specified the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child # 2, and 5 did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 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 inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for child # 5 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 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 inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for child #5 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child # 4, and 5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 inspection on 8/4/25 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: transportation. 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 the inspection on 8/4/2025 the file record for staff person #2 included a staff health assessment (dated: 8/5/2025). Via phone call on 8/28/25 the date of the health assessment for staff person#2 dated 8/5/2025 could not be confirmed by the CRNP's office.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(a) · Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 a container of diced peaches was observed without a lid or cover.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 inspection on 8/4/25 the file record for #child #4 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant obtained from the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2025
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 inspection on 8/4/2025 two sippy cups in the second floor refrigerator were observed not labeled.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 the inspection on 8/4/25 the file records for child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
20.71(a)(7) · The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance.
During the inspection on 8/4/2025 the file record for staff person #2 included a staff health assessment (dated: 8/5/2025). Via phone call on 8/28/25 the date of the health assessment for staff person#2 dated 8/5/2025 could not be confirmed by the CRNP's office.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 inspection on 8/4/2025 the fire drill log was observed and there was no record that an emergency drill was conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
During the inspection on 8/4/25 the last fire drill observed on file was 2/4/25.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the inspection 8/4/25 the file records for staff person # 1 and 2 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
During the inspection on 6/9/25 staff persons#1 and 2 had 11 children on the second floor, the youngest child was 1 years old.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
During the inspection on 6/9/2025 child #1(infant) was observed sleeping in an apparatus (baby swing).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
During the inspection on 6/9/25 16 children were observed in the main room on the first floor, the capacity is 14.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 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.
Continued Non-Compliance: On 1/29/25 a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person #3,4 and 5-- had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 2/13/25. On 3/6/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #3,4 and 5-- still has not completed the following required pre-service training: (Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training)
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2025
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). TIERED LIS: 1.The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. Due 3/6/25 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of referred training regarding staff:child ratio and supervision of children. Bue by 6/6/25
During the inspection on 3/6/25 staff person # 2 and 3 were observed with 12 children on the first floor, the youngest child was an infant.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 3/6/25 in the second floor bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 122.4° F, in an area accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2025
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 inspection on 3/6/2025 the second floor classroom did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child # 1 and 2 receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the second floor classroom did not have a daily schedule posted.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
Staff person #3,4 and 5--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & Training).
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
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 inspection on 1/29/25 the facility did not have general liability insurance on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file record for staff person #1 did not include current emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 in the first floor bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 110.5° F, in an area accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 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 inspection on 1/29/25 the second floor bathroom was observed having a sink and tub that were not clean (the sink and tub were soiled with stains).
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
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 inspection on 1/29/25 child# 6 and 9 were observed leaving the first floor classroom alone unsupervised going into the kitchen. Child #9 was observed coming from the second floor classroom alone unsupervised downstairs to the first floor to classroom at 9:30 am. Staff person #2 was observed leaving 4 children alone unsupervised with the DHS representative while they went outside, into the kitchen and then into another classroom at approximately 10:25 am.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child #11 and 12 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file record for child # 2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 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 inspection on 1/29/2025 the second floor classroom did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child # 10 and 11 receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include an updated/current health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a)/3270.152 · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
During the inspection on 1/29/2025 staff person #4 was observed conducting a diaper series of 1 child, child #10 and did not wash the child's hands after being diapered. Staff person #4 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child#1, 6 and 7 did not include a 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.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
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 inspection on 1/29/2025 the file records for child # 1 and 7 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
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 inspection 1/29/25 the file records child# 1 and 7 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the last fire drill observed on file was 7/4/24
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
During the inspection on 1/29/25 the file records for child #7 did not include an initial health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
As a result of the investigation on 11/6/2024 it was determined that child #1 accessed Desitin and rubbed it all over their clothes due to lack of supervision on 10/21/24.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.19(a)/3270.19(b) · An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL. A facility person who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of child abuse shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that a parent said that staff person #1 inappropriately touched one of their children, the operator did not report the alleged abuse.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(a)(1) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that a child had to be rushed to the hospital on 5/8/24 and the facility notify the appropriate regional office within 24 hours of the child in care at the facility was hospitalized or received emergency room treatment.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
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.
During the inspection on 11/6/2024 the file records for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
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).
During the inspection on 11/6/24 staff persons #2 and 3 were observed with 11 children in the Toddlers classroom and the youngest child was a young toddler (one year old).
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
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.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that child #1 accessed a toxic (Desitin cream) that states "Keep Out of Reach of Children" and rubbed it all over their clothes.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24, staff person #4 was observed on video footage with a parent yelling and using harsh tones and profanity in the presence of children on 10/22/24.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the inspection on 11/6/24 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include an initial health assessment and TB test results.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
As a result of the complaint investigation on 11/6/24 it was determined that a child had to be rushed to the hospital on 5/8/24 and the facility did not complete an incident report and did not give it to the parent the day of the incident.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Ongoing non-compliance - Staff person #1--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR).
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 8/26/2024 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
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). IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of referred training regarding supervision/ratio of children.
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 8/26/24 staff person #2 was observed alone with 10 children, the youngest was an infant.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2024
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). 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.
Ongoing-noncompliance- During the inspection on 8/26/24 staff person #2 was observed alone with 10 children, the youngest was an infant.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2024
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).
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 8/26/24 staff person #2 was observed alone with 10 children, the youngest was an infant.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
During the inspection on 8/26/24 cots in the first floor classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 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 inspection on 8/26/2024 the second floor room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child #2 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Staff person #3,4,5,6--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 10, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file record for staff person #5 did not include emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 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). 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 child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care and their file included a DHS FBI clearance that expired (date of clearance: 5/28/19) Staff Person #2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
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 the inspection on 7/26/2024 the file records for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024
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). All staff must obtain ratio training from Better Kid Care: Supervision: Moving Children & Supervision: Staff: Child Ratios.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 staff persons #2 and 6 were observed with 15 children the youngest was an infant, in the first floor front room.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(d) · A training chair is not a flushing toilet. A training chair shall be emptied and sanitized after each use. An acceptable sanitizing solution is 1/4 cup of bleach combined with 1 gallon of water. A sanitizing solution shall be treated as a toxic.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 a potty chair was observed with urine in it.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) · 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. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the 2nd Floor front classroom did not have a daily schedule posted.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
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 inspection on 7/26/24 the file record for child # 6 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child # 6 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 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 inspection on 7/26/24 the file record for child #5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child #4, 5 and 6 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child # 1 and 2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
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 inspection on 7/26/2024 the first floor front room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #2,8 and 9 receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 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 inspection on 7/26/24 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) · 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. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the files for child # 1,3 and 5 included a health assessment that did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and it did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 the inspection on 7/26/24 staff person # 5 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include an initial health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
During the inspection on 7/26/2024 child #8 was observed receiving direct child care but did not have an individual record at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the inspection on 7/26/24 the file records for child #4 and 6 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the first floor front room was observed having 16 children receiving direct child care, this room is measured for 14 children at any one time.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.15(b) · The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance issued by the Department under this chapter.
During the inspection on 7/26/24 the facility was not in compliance with their certificate of compliance, the facility had 10 children under the age of 2.5 years old on the first floor of the facility. The certificate of occupancy states " 1st floor daycare up to 5 children under 2.5 years of age permitted."
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
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.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, there was a box containing trash sitting in the stairway of the first floor which was obstructing the front exit.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
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.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence that staff #1 was trained in the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
On February 5, 2024, during an initial inspection, protective receptacle covers were missing in the second-floor main front childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, Men's body wash was observed in an unlocked closet accessible to children on the first floor in the infant section of the room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
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 February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection a broken table, shoe cubby and debris were observed on the third-floor roof top, staff lounge exit.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, peeled paint was observed on the first-floor infant cribs.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
On February 05, 2024, during the initial inspection on the second floor, handwashing signs with the written requirements was not posted at the sink in the second floor back classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.101(c) · Play equipment and materials shall include the items specified at §3270.101(c)(1) - (6).
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection the back second floor childcare space did not include a sufficient amount or variety of play equipment and materials.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection documents upon request were not produced to determine if the facilities play composite structure and embedded outdoor equipment surface is in compliance with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(g)/3270.104(a) · Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
On February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection documents upon request were not produced to determine if the facilities Infant cribs on the first floor, front childcare space is in compliance with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 February 5, 2024, during the initial inspection, the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.