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Allegheny General Hospital Center For Children
621 E North Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15212 · License #CER-00252868 · Child Care Center
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- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 175 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
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.
The file of staff #2, hired after 1/1/2025 (see LIS code sheet), contained a disclosure statement completed on a previous version of the form dated 2/21/2023 and not the current version dated 1/1/2025. The most recent consecutive child abuse clearances for staff #4 were dated more than 60 months apart (10/22/2020 and 11/5/2025).
Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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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.
The first aid kit in the Early Preschool 1 classroom did not contain gloves or soap.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
- Violation
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.
The laminate baseboard in the Preschool 1 classroom was pulling from the wall by the circle time carpet. The mesh covering on the fence in the outdoor area had about 5 large holes, each approximately the size of a tennis ball or slightly smaller where a child could put their arm.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
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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.
A toddler-sized vinyl couch in the classroom was observed to be in poor repair. Two small areas of the couch had missing vinyl exposing the underlying mesh material.
Corrected by Dec 11, 2025
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3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
In the Toddler 1 classroom, the mats located beneath the toddler climber had blue painter's tape on them, and the tape was curling at the edges. If a toddler were to remove the tape, the pieces would be less than an inch in diameter, creating a potential choking hazard to children still placing objects in their mouths. Also in the Toddler 1 classroom, packaging tape covering a label titled "EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS" was on the floor. The tape could be rolled into a piece less than one inch in diameter and was accessible to children still placing objects into their mouths.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the Movement Matters child care space, an 8-cube storage organizer approximately 5 feet tall was positioned vertically against the wall. The organizer was not anchored and could potentially tip over onto a child.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
- Violation
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.
In the Infant 2 classroom, an infant was observed to be sleeping in their crib with the top positioned against the wall and approximately 8-10 inches from another crib on the left side.
Corrected by Dec 11, 2025
- Violation
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.
The most recent consecutive health assessments of staff #3 were dated more than 24 months apart (7/19/2023 and 8/28/2025).
Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
An electrical outlet by the refrigerator in the Movement Matters/Enrichment Center did not contain a protective receptacle cover.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
When measured, the hot water at the sinks in the following rooms had a temperature which exceeded 118 degrees F: The sink between the Toddler 1 and 2, the small and large sinks in Preschool, the diapering sink between Infant 1 and Infant 2, the small and large sinks in K Prep, the large sinks in and between Early Preschool 1 and 2 and Kindergarten.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2025
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3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
When the Early Preschool 1 classroom returned from outdoor play, the backpack containing a first aid kit was placed on a low piece of furniture and was accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
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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.
The first aid kit in the Preschool classroom did not contain scissors.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
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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.
By the small climber on the toddler play space, there were 2 areas of the rubber surfacing which were splitting apart and able to be pulled up by the children. There is a gap approximately 3 inches between the soft surfacing and walkway in the toddler play space and the surfacing which could cause a tripping hazard for a small child. The privacy mesh along the fence had 4 holes and an area in the toddler play space which was not attached and torn. The holes and tears were low enough for children to put their hands through.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
The wall on the left when entering the Early Preschool 2 classroom had a quarter-size area of peeling paint.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Large crayons with a diameter of less than 1 inch were accessible to children in a basket on a shelf in the Early Preschool 2 classroom.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file of child #1, identified as a young toddler (see LIS code sheet), contained health assessments dated 1/3/2024 and 8/8/2024, exceeding 6 months.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
- Violation
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.
A reference letter in the file of staff #1 was dated 3/12/2024, after their start date at the facility.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
A medication bag in the Kindergarten Prep classroom contained an Epi-pen which had an expiration date of 9/2023.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
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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.
The Preschool and Toddler 1 classrooms each contained area rugs which were curling at the edges causing a possible tripping hazard for children. A gap approximately 4 inches existed in the toddler play space between the rubber safety surfacing and cement walkway causing a tripping hazard and the surfacing by the small slide was cracked which could also cause a hazard. A hole approximately 4 x 2 inches was in the wall of the Kindergarten classroom by the large block area. The mesh covering the fencing in the preschool and toddler play spaces contained multiple holes and tears from the entrance of the toddler play space to the far end and side of the preschool play space.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2023
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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.
A wheelbarrow on the preschool play space was broken, missing one of the handles, exposing children to sharp, rough edges. The Movement Matters/Enrichment classroom contained a dollhouse which a floor was not attached to the frame and red plastic toolbox on the play workbench which had a hole about an inch in diameter and had a cracked lid.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file of child #1 contained a health assessment dated 7/6/2022, completed as a young toddler (see coded LIS sheet) but did not have documentation of current health assessment. The file of child #3, identified as an infant (see coded LIS sheet), contained health assessments dated 5/30/2023 and 12/6/2023 exceeding 6 months.
Corrected by Dec 26, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file of child #2, identified as a preschool age child (see coded LIS sheet), contained a health assessment dated 8/30/2022 and an updated health assessment dated 9/19/2023 exceeding 12 months.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
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3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
In the Kindergarten Prep classroom, a child was observed to go to the restroom, and when finished, went back to play with their friends without washing their hands.
Corrected by Dec 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The health assessment of facility person #1 did not contain documentation an examination for communicable disease was completed.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
- Violation
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.
Documentation of the review and/or update of the emergency contact form for child #2 exceeded 6 months (8/29/2022 and 9/5/2023).
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Documentation of the testing of the fire detection system exceeded 30 days from 5/16/2023 to 6/21/2023 but is now current.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
- Violation
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.
Based on conversation with staff, there have been times when children are not changed right away after nap and are provided their snacks first, then are changed. The time period between the before nap diaper change and after snack diaper change exceeded 2 hours.
Corrected by Mar 22, 2023
- Violation
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.
Based on conversation with staff and review of documentation, a child was injured at the facility and an incident report was not provided to the parent on the day of the incident, it was provided the next day.
Corrected by Mar 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file of staff #1 contained documentation of the completion of the professional development listed under 31(f)1-10 was dated 3/22/2023 which was over 90 days from their date of hire (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Mar 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
Pediatric first aid and CPR of facility person #4 expired 2/2021 and was not renewed until 2/23/2022, after the expiration date.
Corrected by Feb 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
Fire safety trainings for facility person #4 were dated 2/15/2021 and 6/1/2022 exceeding 12 months.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Though within 45 days of their hire date, the PA state police clearance of facility person #3, was dated 10/7/2017 and renewed on 10/14/2022 exceeding 60 months.
Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.
The windows in the K-Prep and Early Preschool 2 classrooms were open, but they were not screened.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
- Violation
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.
The first aid kit in the infant 2 classroom did not contain tape and the kindergarten classroom first aid kit did not contain soap.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
- Violation
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.
The top hinge on the cupboard door below the changing table in toddler 2 was detached from the inside of the cupboard.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
A beige cube shelf with 8 spaces for bins, which was being used vertically, was approximately 4'10" high and was not anchored to the wall.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- Violation
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.
The insurance information on the emergency contact form for child #1 included the name of the policy, but the policy number was listed it as "unk."
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- Violation
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.
The health assessments of child #1, identified as a preschool age child (see coded LIS sheet), were dated 4/26/2021 and an updated heath assessment dated 7/7/2022, which exceeded 12 months. The health assessment of child #2, also identified as a preschool age child (see coded LIS sheet), contained a health assessment dated 12/9/2021 the with the appointment date documented as 5/9/2021, and a health assessment dated 9/19/2022, which is more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
The infant 2 classroom contained an unopened box of Desitin which was not labeled for the child which it was intended.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(b) · A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
The health assessment of facility person #1 was signed by a nurse practitioner and facility person #2 was signed by a family nurse practitioner and not a physician, physician's assistant or certified registered nurse practitioner.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
- Violation
3270.163(a)(1) · A lunch or dinner prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall include at least one dairy product.
The lunch the children were having in the toddler 1 and 2 classrooms did not contain a dairy product.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Based on conversation with the director, an emergency drill was conducted within the 12 months prior to the emergency drill on 9/14/2022, but documentation was not provided.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The hypothetical location documented on the fire drill log was used consecutively on 6/22/2022 and 7/14/2022.
Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
- Violation
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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 and 2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1 and 2, staff person 1 and 2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 and 2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 and 2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Staff person #1: Pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR in an approved curriculum by a PQAS instructor. Staff person #2: Pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR by a PQAS trainer.
Corrected by Aug 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 and 4 must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as their Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, or receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer.
Staff person #2 and 4 had acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in the training topic.
Corrected by Aug 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
Staff person #3 completed the required health and safety topics from 3270.31(f)(1) through 3270.31(f)(9) more than 90 days from their start date with children (dated 5/25/2022).
Corrected by May 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.64 · Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards.
The bricks on the bottom level of the retaining wall on the left when walking up the ramp to the play space are eroding. There is approximately 3 areas where the blocks are showing erosion. One area is approximately 1 foot, another is approximately 5 feet and the last is approximately 3 feet long. About 3 of the caps on the retaining wall are broken which could fall on a child. At the bottom of the wall across the walkway, an exposed piece of metal is rusted and has sharp areas which can cause injury.
Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
- Violation
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.
There was no documentation of any emergency plan training on file for Facility Person #7.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The documentation of the most recent (current) fire safety trainings on file for Facility Persons #2, #3, and #6 indicate they were each completed more than 12 months after the previous firesafety training on file for the particular staff person.
Corrected by Feb 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). . A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
There was no documentation of completion of mandated reporter training on file for Facility Person #4, employed at the facility more than 90 days. The current mandated reporter training documented on file for Facility Person #5 was competed more than 60 months after the prior mandated reporter training documented and on file.
Corrected by Jan 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3).A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
There was no documentation on file of the education and/or child care experience needed for Facility Person #8 to qualify for the aid position in which she was classified
Corrected by Jan 3, 2022
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered outlet on the wall in the KPrep room.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
- Violation
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.
There were diaper creams accessible to children in a drawer equipped with a faulty lock in the diapering area in the Toddler 1 room.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was an area of damaged plaster on the wall behind/around a toilet paper holder in the Toddler 1 room
Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
There was a low, child-size wooden stool n the KPrep room with a large crack on the surface, exposing splintering wood and creating a pinch point.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.
There was no daily activity schedule posted in the kindergarten room for the time of day the room is used for child care purposes.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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.An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
The TB test documentation on file for Facility Person #4 did not include the date the TB test was read.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #5 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2021
- Violation
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
There were no written references on file for Facility Person #8.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
There was no documentation of completion of pediatric first aid/CPR on file for Facility Person #4, employed at the facility for more than 90 days.
Corrected by Feb 1, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(h) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
There was no documentation of completion of training in health and safety topics numbers 1-9 as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f) on file for Faciilty Person #1, employed at the facility for more than 90 days.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
There was no proof of purchase for the interconnected fire alarm system on file at the facility.
Corrected by Feb 18, 2022
- Violation
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.
The operator indicated they have not provided the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected by Jan 28, 2022
- Violation
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.
The health assessment on file for child #1, enrolled in August 2021, was completed more than 90 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
According to the staff person's statement, on 10/27/21 at approximately 2:15 PM during naptime, Facility Person #1 was supervising 11 older toddlers in the Early Preschool 2 room, and Facility Person #2 was supervising 9 older toddlers in the Early Preschool 1 room. There were no other staff persons present in either room at the time. When Facility Person #2 observed Facility Person #1 yelling at a child who wasn't napping and handling that child in a rough manner, she stepped into the kitchen area between the two rooms and called for another staff person to relieve Facility Person #1. She then asked the Facility Person #1 to leave the classroom. Facility Person #1 left the classroom. Facility Person #2 remained in the kitchen area between the two rooms for a few moments before another staff person arrived to supervise the children in Early Preschool 2, allowing her to return to Early Preschool 1 to supervise the children in that room. On 11/5/21 at approximately 3:00 PM, Facility Person #3 was observed caring for 9 young toddlers in the Toddler 2 room. Although some children were still resting on cots, five of the young toddlers in the room were off of their rest equipment and moving around the classroom.
Corrected by Nov 8, 2021
- Violation
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.
On 11/5/21 there were 19 children resting on cots in the K-Prep room. Ten of these children were resting on cots without at least of 2 feet of space on three sides their cot.
Corrected by Nov 8, 2021
- Violation
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.
According to the staff person's statement, on 10/27/21 at approximately 2:15 PM during naptime, Facility Person #1 was supervising 11 older toddlers in the Early Preschool 2 room, and Facility Person #2 was supervising 9 older toddlers in the Early Preschool 1 room. There were no other staff persons present in either room at the time. When Facility Person #2 observed Facility Person #1 yelling at a child who wasn't napping and handling that child in a rough manner, she stepped into the kitchen area between the two rooms and called for another staff person to relieve Facility Person #1. She then asked the Facility Person #1 to leave the classroom. Facility Person #1 left the classroom. Facility Person #2 remained in the kitchen area between the two rooms for a few moments before another staff person arrived to supervise the children in Early Preschool 2, allowing her to return to Early Preschool 1 to supervise the children in that room. On 11/5/21 at approximately 2:45 PM, Facility Person #4 was observed supervising 9 preschoolers in the Preschool room as they rested on rest equipment. Facility Person #4 was seated in a chair, in a position where she was unable to see two of the children in the classroom due to the position of their rest equipment and other furniture in the classroom. There was no other staff person in the room supervising children.
Corrected by Nov 8, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 10/27/21, at approximately 2:10 PM Facility Person #1 was supervising 11 older toddlers during naptime in the Early Preschool 2 room, when according to information reported by the operator, she was observed forcefully pushed the leg of Child #1 down onto his cot. Then, when the child sat up on his cot, she was observed grabbing him around his ankle and pulling him up by this ankle with the bottom half of his body off the cot to lay him back down.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
On 10/27/21, at approximately 2:10 PM, Facility Person #1 was supervising 11 older toddlers during naptime in the Early Preschool 2 room, when according to information reported by the operator, she was observed yelling to Child #1 to get on his cot. And then was the child was on the cot, but would not lie down, she was observed yelling at him again to lie down.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Dec 10, 2025 inspection noted: “The file of staff #2, hired after 1/1/2025 (see LIS code sheet), contained a disclosure statement completed on a previous version of the form dated 2/21/2023 an…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Dec 10, 2024 inspection noted: “An electrical outlet by the refrigerator in the Movement Matters/Enrichment Center did not contain a protective receptacle cover.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Dec 14, 2023 inspection noted: “A medication bag in the Kindergarten Prep classroom contained an Epi-pen which had an expiration date of 9/2023.” — what has changed since then?
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