Gwennypoohs Daycare

3280.32(a)/3280.192(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 for Staff #1 contained a Child Abuse Clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance (5/15/20 and 5/21/25).

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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3280.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The files for Children #1 and #3 included Agreements which did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked the enrolling parents complete home address.

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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3280.124(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.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The file for Child #3, a Preschool Age Child, contained Health Reports that had been updated in an interval greater than 12 months.

Corrected by Apr 9, 2026

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3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The file for Child #2, a Young Toddler lacked an updated health report within the last 6 months.

Corrected by Apr 3, 2025

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3280.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Observed the window on the second floor in Upstairs Childcare space that was accessible to children and was not modified to limit the opening to 6 inches or fewer.

Corrected by Apr 3, 2025

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3280.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The files for Child #1 and #2 included Agreements which did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Corrected by Apr 3, 2025

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3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in childcare group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 4/3/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The file for Child #1, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.

Corrected by Apr 4, 2025

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3280.76 · 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.

Observed in the outdoor play space, a board with an exposed nail was separating from the fence in the lower right corner. Drain pipe from roof was separating at the bottom, which creates a sharp, frayed edge.

Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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3280.26(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

The facility did not have on file a parent letter explaining the emergency procedures.

Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

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3280.32(a)/3280.192(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 disclosure statement in the file for Staff Person #2 was not dated.

Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

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3280.103 · 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.

Observed small noodles, less than one inch in diameter, in the play table in the living room. This creates a potential choking hazard for children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.

Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The most recent health reports in the file for Child #2, a preschool child, exceeded 12 months between reports.

Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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3280.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Staff Person #1 did not ensure that Child #4 washed their hands after a diaper change.

Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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3280.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Staff Person #1 disposed a soiled diaper in the kitchen trash can rather than the hands-free can next to the diaper changing table.

Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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3280.181(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.

The first parental update for the emergency plan and fee agreement in the file for Child #1 was more than 6 months after the child's first day in care. The most recent parental updates for the emergency plan and fee agreement in the file for Child #3 exceeded 6 months between updates.

Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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3280.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

The file for Staff Person #1 contained 8 hours of annual child care training. The file for Staff Person #2 contained 4 hours of child care training.

Corrected by Apr 5, 2023

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3280.76 · 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.

One of the kitchen drawers was able to be pulled out without stopping. This creates a potential toppling hazard.

Corrected by Apr 5, 2023

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3280.102(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.

The basketball set in the outdoor play area was not filled. This creates a potential toppling hazard.

Corrected by Apr 5, 2023

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3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Fire system checks were not being documented at the facility.

Corrected by Apr 5, 2023

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3280.14/3280.20 · 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.

The Health and Safety Training in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2 was conducted prior to September 30, 2016. Staff Person #1: 9/8/16. Staff Person #2: 9/22/16.

Corrected by Jun 9, 2022

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3280.76 · 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.

Observed a protruding screw near the bottom of the left side of the fence in the outdoor play area.

Corrected by May 9, 2022

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3280.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Observed peeling paint along the fence in the outdoor play area.

Corrected by Jun 9, 2022

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3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #1, a Preschool Child, exceeded 12 months between reports.

Corrected by May 9, 2022

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3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

The facility did not have a proof of purchase on file for the interconnected smoke detectors.

Corrected by May 9, 2022

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