Tiny Tots Academy Llc

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 indoor play space was missing a pair of tweezers.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.24(a) · A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.

On 3/20/2026 at approximately 9:05am, Certification Representative (CR) and CR Supervisor arrived at the facility for the annual renewal inspection. A staff person was entering the building at the time, and CR and CR Supervisor entered with them. When we arrived at the top of the steps, we asked the staff person to let the Director know that we were present. After a few moments, the Director had not come into the hallway. The doors were locked on the hallway side, and entry could not be made. CR knocked on the first door behind which we could hear children. No staff answered the door. CR and CR Supervisor knocked several more times over the course of the next 3-4 minutes, identifying ourselves by name and as OCDEL staff and asking that the door be opened. From inside Room 3, CR and CR Supervisor could clearly hear an adult's voice saying, "Do not let them in that door." At this point, CR walked down the hallway to Room 4's door, where children could also be heard. CR continued knocking on that door, identifying herself, as CR Supervisor knocked on the door to Room 3. Throughout this time, the voices of adults and children could be heard through the doors, and it was clear that staff were aware of our presence. After approximately 8 minutes total, the door to Room 3 was opened, and CR and CR Supervisor were granted access to the facility.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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.

The file for Staff Person #4 does not include documentation of emergency plan training at the time of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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.

The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR trainings for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 24 months apart (10/23/2023 - 3/6/2026).

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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 most recent Fire Safety training documented for Staff Person #2 occurred more than 12 months ago (1/30/2025). There is no documentation of Fire Safety training on record for Staff Person #5.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Persons #1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The most recent PA State Police Clearance (1/19/2021) and PA Child Abuse Clearance (1/19/2021) for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 60 months ago. The two most recent NSOR Certificates for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 60 months apart (11/6/2019 - 9/19/2025). The file for Staff Person #2 contained a Department of Education FBI clearance, rather than the required Department of Human Services FBI Clearance. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

The most recent Mandated Reporter Training on file for Staff Person #1 was dated more than 60 months ago (2/16/2021).

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

The files for Staff Persons #5 and #6 lacked an annual written evaluation.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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.

In Room 3, a broken outlet cover was observed on the red wall. The crack in the cover created a sharp edge. In Room 4, the outer surface of the entry door was observed to have a large area towards the bottom that had been damaged. The damage to the door's surface included sharp edges/splinters of wood, which creates a hazard to children. In the Indoor Play Space, several ceiling tiles were observed (along the orange and red walls) to be in poor repair; specifically, the tiles had visible stains. In the Outdoor Play Space, a nail was observed to be protruding from the entry gate, creating a hazard to children entering or exiting the space.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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

In the Indoor Play Space, an area of cracking, separating plaster was observed on the orange wall. In the same space, an area of flaking plaster was observed under the window furthest to the left.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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.

In Room 3, a blue plastic shopping cart was observed to be in poor repair along the red wall. The cart had a large crack in it. In the same room, a plastic Batman toy was observed to be missing part of an arm. A sharp edge was created where the arm was broken.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

In the Indoor Play Space, a chair was observed near the entry door. The chair had a crack in the seat that created a potential pinch point.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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.

The two most recent health assessments for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 24 months apart (1/21/2022 - 4/15/2024). The file for Staff Person #3 did not include an initial health assessment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by May 1, 2026

3270.151(c)(2) · 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 file for Staff Person #3 did not include written documentation of a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.

A current menu was not posted in the facility, and there was no indication from the operator that one had been provided to families.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.176(f) · In accordance with the requirements of 67 Pa. Code Chapter 171 (relating to school buses and school vehicles), the facility may not transport a child in an 11-15 passenger van.

Upon inspection of the facility's vehicle used to transport children, it was observed that the facility was utilizing a 15-passenger van, which is prohibited.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

The file for Staff Person #3 did not include verification of child care experience or education prior to starting at the facility. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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.

The file for Staff Person #3 did not include two written, non-family references.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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

The file for Staff Person #1 (4.5 hrs) did not include 12 hours of annual child care training.

Corrected by Apr 18, 2026

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 PA State Police, Child Abuse and NSOR Certificate in the file for staff #1 was dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Child Abuse and FBI Clearances in the files for staff #1 and #2 were dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The FBI Clearance in the file for Staff #2 was dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The PA State Police Clearance in the file for Staff #4 was dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by May 20, 2025

3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) · 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 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 file(s) for Child(ren) #1 (OT) had an Updated Health Assessment more than 12 months past the initial health assessment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by May 20, 2025

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.

The Initial Health Assessment for Staff #1: dated: 03.2025) and Staff #3: dated (10.2024) were dated past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by May 20, 2025

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

Staff person #2 did not obtain the required annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

Corrected by Mar 5, 2025

3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file for Staff person #3 was lacking a child abuse clearance and a signed disclosure statement.

Corrected by Mar 25, 2025

3280.75(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 aide kit in the infant room was missing scissors.

Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

3280.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

When completing initial supervision and ratio in the OT/YT room staff person #1 stated that they have 5 children in their care and staff person #2 stated that they had one child in their care, though there were 7 children in the room. When asked again they pulled all of the children together and still stated that staff person #1 had 5 children and staff person #2 had 1. The staff then reassessed on the white board that they were using for supervision and accounted for all 7 children.

Corrected by Mar 17, 2025

3280.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f).

The file for child #2, #3, and #4 did not contain a Child Service Report (CSR).

Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

The agreement on file for child #1, #3, and #4 was the original copy.

Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

3280.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

There was no running water in the sink near the diapering station in the infant room and staff person #4 stated that they just use hand sanitizer and gloves when changing diapers.

Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

3280.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

The file for staff person #3 was missing verification of previous childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Corrected by Mar 7, 2025

3280.192(3) · 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.

The file for staff person #3 is missing a completed health assessment and TB test.

Corrected by Mar 20, 2025

3280.192(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.

The file for Staff person #4 and staff person #3 was missing 2 nonfamily references.

Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

3280.26(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

The parent letter portion of the emergency plan on file was missing a section stating that the facility provides accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions

Corrected by Mar 7, 2025

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 files for staff #2 and #3 contain clearances that were obtained late (after start with children date): #2 state police due 11/29/23 and obtained 1/17/24 and child abuse due 11/29/23 and obtained 12/11/23; #3 state police due 12/18/23 and obtained 1/17/24. Current clearances are now on file.

Corrected by Apr 30, 2024

3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) · 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. 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 files for children #1, #2, and #3 lack a written update of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period. #1 was due 7/2023 and 1/2024; #2 was due 1/2024; #3 was due 8/2023 and 2/2024.

Corrected by Apr 30, 2024

3280.151(a)/3280.192(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.

The file for staff #3 lacks a health assessment. The health assessment was due 12/18/23.

Corrected by Apr 30, 2024

3280.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 and as designated by DHS requirements.

Staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre-service training within the designated DHS required time frame (see LIS code sheet): health and safety update.

Corrected by Apr 30, 2024

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 files for staff persons #3, #5 and #6 lacked completion of the One-Hour Health and Safety Update on or before December 30, 2022. The Emergency Plan lacked updates to the following sections: Volunteer Emergency Preparedness Training and Continuity of Operations. The facility files lacked a copy of the Child Maltreatment Policy.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

3280.26(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.

The Emergency Plan had not been updated annually with the last update being 09/01/2020.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Facility Person #1 --- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Application for the NSOR certification was applied for 01/31/2023 and the (DHS) FBI clearance was not completed or applied for Staff #1; therefore, Staff #1 was incorrectly provisionally hired.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

In the Room 3, on the wall behind the "Childcraft" shelf between the window and the door which leads from Room 3 to the infant room, a protective receptacle cover was missing which was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

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.

In Room 3, a blue "Little Tykes" plastic, toy bin, had a cracked lid which posed a pinch point or cutting hazard.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

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 Updated Child Health Assessment for Children #1 (YT) was lacking from the child file.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2023

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.

Room #2, the provider was unable to demonstrate that the trash can, used for diapering, operated in a hands-free manner.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2023

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.

Facility files lacked proof of purchase for the interconnected smoke detection system. The fire extinguishers in Rooms #1 and #3 were expired as of 07/2016.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2023

3280.131(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 Initial Child Health Report for Child #1, enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked from the child file.

Corrected by Apr 7, 2023

3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2, 3 and 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2, 3 and 4 may not work in at the facility.

The file of facility person #1 contained an FBI clearance over 60 months from the prior FBI clearance. The file of facility person #2 and 3, both with a start date of 1/10/2022, contained documentation of submission of their child abuse clearance after their start date with children and did not have a completed clearance on file and facility person #2 had an application for an NSOR verification certificate dated 9/1/2020 but did not contain the completed certificate. The file of facility person #4 contained a "volunteer" and #3 contained an "under review" PA state police clearance and did not contain an acceptable clearance for employment. At approximately 10:10 am, facility person #2 and 3, both provisional hires, were observed to be working alone with children.

Corrected by Feb 28, 2022

3280.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.

The infant classroom contained "Clorox" cleaning solution stored on the top shelf by the changing table next to food for the children.

Corrected by Feb 25, 2022

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.

Room 3 contained a plastic Pokeman mask which was broken exposing sharp edges and a red bin containing puppets which was cracked.

Corrected by Feb 25, 2022

3280.106 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

The refrigerator in Room 2 did not contain a working thermometer.

Corrected by Mar 9, 2022

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 information of child #2 did not contain the addresses of 2 of the release persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Feb 25, 2022

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 of child #1, identified as a young toddler, contained a health assessment dated 3/29/2021 but did not contain an updated health assessment by 1/6/2022 (based on COVID suspension).

Corrected by Mar 7, 2022

3280.131(d)(7) · 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.

The health report of child #1 did not include the statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Corrected by Mar 7, 2022

3280.151(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 health assessments of facility person #1, dated 9/3/2019 and 1/21/2022, exceeded 24 months.

Corrected by Feb 25, 2022

3280.151(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 #2 did have documentation of an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Corrected by Mar 7, 2022

3280.26(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

The facility did not have documentation of an emergency drill.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2022

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.

Documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days multiple times in the past year.

Corrected by Feb 25, 2022