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 #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 training). Staff person #3-- has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (6/2019). Staff person #4-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person (volunteer) #4-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (mandated reporter training, Pediatric First Aid & CPR training and Health and Safety Training).

Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026

Category: supervision. 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 2/19/26 the file record for staff person #4 did not include emergency plan training.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2026

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). Facility Person #1,2,3 and 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 #1,2,3 and 4--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. The facility must provide a policy for CPSL requirement to ensure that the facility is compliance with 3270.32(a) and 3270.192(4).

During the inspection on 2/19/26 staff persons #1 and 2 were observed providing direct child care and their files did not include DHS FBI clearances. Staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a DHS FBI clearance and mandated reporter training. Staff person #4 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a DHS FBI clearance and NSOR clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2026

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

3270.33(c) · A volunteer shall be supervised by a staff person who is qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

During the inspection on 2/19/26 staff person #4 was observed taking 6 children to the bathroom alone unsupervised at approximately 10:45 am.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2026

Category: supervision. 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 2/19/26 the file records for child # 1,2,3,4 and 5 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2026

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 2/19/26 the file records for child #1,2,3, and 4 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2026

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 2/19/2026 staff person #4 was observed providing direct care did not include a current health assessment. The file record for staff person #5 included a staff health assessment (dated: 8/19/2025). Via email dated 2/20/26 the date of the health assessment for staff person#5 could not be confirmed by the CRNP's office.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026

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 the inspection on 2/19/2026 the file records for staff person#1 and staff person #4 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. 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 2/19/2026 the file record for staff person #5 included a staff health assessment (dated: 8/19/2025). Via email dated 2/20/26 the date of the health assessment for staff person#5 could not be confirmed by the CRNP's office.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026

Category: health medication. 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 2/19/26 the file record for staff person # 3 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2026

Category: recordkeeping. 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 6/9/25 it was determined that on 5/21/25 child #1 loss of hair was due to lack of supervision. Staff persons #1 and 2 were in the Art room with child#1 and neither staff person knows how child #1 hair came out/was loss. Children were engaged in activity with scissors when incident occurred. Child #1 came up staff person #1 and notified staff person #1 of hair loss and was advised by staff person #1 to discard hair in trash. Photo of visible patch of missing hair of child #1 was observed.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2025

Category: supervision. 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 inspection on 3/14/2025 the file records for staff person#1 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 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 3/14/25 the file record for staff person #1 did not include emergency plan training.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services) LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the inspection on 3/14/25 staff person #1 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a DHS FBI and NSOR clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2025

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 3/14/2025 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2025

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 the inspection on 3/14/25 staff person #1 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a health assessment and TB test results.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services) Facility Person #2 -- 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 #2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the inspection on 2/24/25 the file for staff person #2 did not include a DHS FBI clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

Category: background checks. 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 2/24/25 in the bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 110.1° F, in areas accessible to children in care.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 2/24/25 child #7 was observed alone with individual #8 and 9 unsupervised by facility's staff.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 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 2/24/25 the file records for child #1,2,3,4,5 and 6 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

During the inspection on 2/24/2025 the file records for child # 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form. The file records for child# 1,2,3,4,5, and 6 did not include the work address and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025

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

3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6) · 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. 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 inspection on 2/24/2025 the file records for child #1 and 6 did not include the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation on the emergency contact form. The file records for child #2, 3,4 and 6 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 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 inspection on 2/24/25 the file records for child # 1, 2,3,4,5 and 6 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 Mar 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(f) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

During the inspection on 2/24/2025 the file records for child #4 and 5 did not include an update in writing of the emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(b)(2) · 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 2/24/25 the file records for child #1,4, and 5 did not include an updated health assessment.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 2/24/25 the file records for 3 and 6 did not include a health report that included 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 Mar 3, 2025

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 the inspection on 2/24/2025 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Staff person #1,2 and 3--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Health & Safety Training).

Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2024

Category: ratio. 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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 and 3 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2, 3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the inspection on 2/29/24 the file record for staff person #2 did not include a disclosure statement, NSOR clearance and out of state clearances for the State of Illinois mandated reporter training, the file included an unacceptable FBI clearance (Dept. of Education FBI). The file record for staff person# 3 did not include a disclosure statement, mandated reporter training and NSOR clearance. Facility Person #2, 3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 2/29/2024 the file records for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility. The file record for staff person #3 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 inspection on 2/29/24 the file record for staff person #2 did not include a TB test conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the TB test date observed was 1/19/21 (date of hire: see LIS code sheet).

Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

During the inspection on 2/29/2024 the file records for staff person #2 and 3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 29, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

During the inspection on 2/29/24 the file record for staff persons # 2 and 3 did not include verification of age.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 29, 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 inspection on 2/29/2024 the file record for staff person#3 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

During the inspection on 2/29/2024 the fire drill log was observed and 2/20/23 was the last emergency drill recorded.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, Certification Representative observed chipped paint in PS 7 and in the Art Room.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

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.

During Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome Policy or a Continuity of Operations Plan. The record of staff #3 and #4 did not include the PA Health and Safety training update completed within the timeline prescribed by DHS.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the record of #2 did not contain an FBI clearance, and the record of staff #3 did not contain a PA State Police clearance or a current Mandated Reporter training.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

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

3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the record of staff #1 did not contain a health assessment conducted within 24 months of the previous health assessment (dated10-30-20), and the records of staff #2 and #3 did not contain a health assessment.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

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

3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.

During Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the facility did not have an individual record for staff #5. Staff #5 was observed being used in ratio at the time of inspection.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

During Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the record of staff #2 #3 did not contain documentation of education.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

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 Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the record of staff #2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references and the record of staff #3 contained only one written, nonfamily reference.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

During Renewal Inspection on April 13, 2023, the record of staff #3 did not contain documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Corrected Corrected by May 12, 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). 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2021, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 ( HIRED 9-12-05) DID NOT CONTAIN AN FBI CLEARANCE AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL, AND THE RECORD OF STAFF #4 (HIRED 8-21-18) CONTAINED A PDE FBI CLEARANCE, WHICH IS NOT ACCEPTABLE UNDER THE CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021

Category: background checks. 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 RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED STAFF #1 IN THE DANCE ROOM (105) WITH 12 PRESCHOOL CHILDREN (DANCE TEACHER WAS ALSO PRESENT BUT SHE IS NOT A FULL STAFF PERSON). CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE ALSO OBSERVED STAFF #2 LEAVE THE GROUP WHILE THE CLASS WAS IN ART, LEAVING 13 CHILDREN WITH STAFF #3 AND THE ART TEACHER, WHO IS NOT A FULL STAFF.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021

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 RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2021, THE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE IN ROOM P7 MEASURED AT 115 ° F.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2021

Category: physical safety. 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 SEPTEMBER 15, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AN AREA OF PEELING/RIPPED WALLPAPER IN THE WOMEN'S BATHROOM, AND AN AREA OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE P7 ROOM.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2021

Category: physical safety. 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. Children must be supervised at all times.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED STAFF #1 WITH HER FACE DOWNWARD LOOKING AT HER PHONE, WHILE IN THE DANCE ROOM WITH 12 CHILDREN - STAFF WAS NOT ACTIVELY SUPERVISING THE CHILDREN.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.