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Kindercare Learning Center
23 Gibraltar Rd, Reading PA 19606 · License #CER-00252130 · Child Care Center
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- (610) 370-2122
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- Address
- 23 Gibraltar Rd, Reading PA 19606 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 119 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At the time of the inspection, bottles stored in individual children's cubbies were observed without the children's names labeled on them.
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Documentation in Staff Person #1's file indicated that fire safety training and emergency plan training were not completed at least once every 12 months. Fire safety training was completed on 01/09/2025 and 05/12/2026. Emergency plan training was completed on 12/24/2024 and 01/02/2026.
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At the time of the inspection, a cabinet containing cleaning products labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" was observed with the child safety lock disengaged. The cleaning products were accessible to children
Corrected by May 13, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, the first-aid kit in the Toddler A room was missing tweezers.
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, the refrigerator in the Infant B room did not have a thermometer.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2026
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, daily activities were not posted in the School-Age Room, Infant A Room, or Discovery Preschool Room.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Fee agreement on file for Child #1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, emergency contact information for Child #1 and Child #2 was not present in the Infant A room, where both Child #1 and Child #2 were receiving care.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
- 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3 was dated 12/11/2024. As of the date of the inspection, Child #3, a preschool-aged child (see LIS code sheet for date of birth), did not have a health assessment completed within the previous 12 months.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2026
- Violation
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Initial health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 does not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Review of facility documentation indicated that the incident report for Child #2, dated 03/24/2026, was not provided to the parent until 03/31/2026. Additionally, the incident report for Child #5, dated 03/03/2026, was not provided to the parent until 03/05/2026.
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. Review of the files indicated that the initial health assessments for Child #1 and Child #4 were completed more than 60 days after each child's first day of attendance at the facility. The health assessment on file for Child #1 was dated 03/06/2026, and the health assessment on file for Child #4 was dated 01/27/2026 (see LIS code sheet for start dates).
Corrected by May 28, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, the following emergency contact forms were missing from the designated rooms: Preschool room: Emergency contact form for Child #4. Discovery Preschool room: Emergency contact form for Child #8.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
During renewal inspection, staff person #1 and staff person #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the Toddler room on 12/3/2025. staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS trainer. Staff person #2 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of 11/30/2025.
Corrected by Dec 3, 2025
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The files for Staff Persons #4, #6, #7, #8, and #11 did not contain documentation verifying completion of emergency plan training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #9 contained documentation showing emergency plan training completed on 1/5/2023 and 1/9/2025, which exceeds the required 12-month training interval. The file for Staff Person #10 contained documentation showing emergency plan training completed on 1/25/2023 and 1/9/2025, which also exceeds the required 12-month training interval. The file for Staff Person #13 contained documentation showing emergency plan training completed on 5/1/2023 and 1/9/2025, which also exceeds the required 12-month training interval.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The following pediatric first aid and CPR training certifications were not updated on or before their expiration dates: Staff Person #2: Did not complete pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before the expiration of their previous certification, which expired 11/30/2025. Documentation of updated training is not on file. Staff Person #13: Did not complete pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before the expiration of their previous certification, which expired 5/31/2025. Documentation of updated training is on file dated 9/16/2025. The certification representative confirmed that Staff Person #13 worked as a substitute until being employed full-time at the beginning of 2025.
Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff Person #12 was dated 11/13/2024, which exceeds the required 12-month training interval.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The following staff persons did not complete required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire dates (see LIS code sheet): Staff Person #4: Health and Safety training Staff Person #6: Health and Safety training Staff Person #7: Health and Safety training and pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS instructor Staff Person #8: Health and Safety training and pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS instructor Staff Person #11: Health and Safety training
Corrected by Jan 31, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The following staff files did not contain clearances as required by the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) and 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3290: Staff Person #1: The file indicated that Staff Person #1 resided in Florida within the past five years. The Florida child abuse clearance on file is dated 10/31/2025, which was obtained after the staff person's start date (see LIS code sheet). Staff Person #3: The file did not contain a child abuse clearance (see LIS code sheet). Staff Person #7: The file did not contain a signed and dated disclosure statement, FBI clearance, or NSOR certificate. The director reported that Staff Person #7 worked from the start date and has not worked since 8/18/2025 (see LIS code sheet). Staff Person #7 is currently listed in substitute status. Staff Person #8: The file did not contain a signed and dated disclosure statement. The director reported that Staff Person #8 worked from the start date and has not worked since 9/17/2025 (see LIS code sheet). Staff Person #8 is currently listed in substitute status. Staff Person #9: The PSP clearances on file are dated 2/18/2020 and 6/9/2025, which exceeds the 60-month validity period. Staff Person #11: The file did not contain a signed and dated disclosure statement. A PSP record request, which is not an acceptable clearance, was on file dated 10/14/2024. The director obtained an acceptable PSP clearance prior to the certification representative's departure.
Corrected by Apr 16, 2026
- Violation
During renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. Staff person #4, staff person #7, and staff person #8 have not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #10 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 7/7/2020.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2026
- Violation
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.
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff Person #13 is dated 11/11/2024, which exceeds the requirement that evaluations be completed at least once every 12 months.
Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, the following postings were missing from the designated rooms: Preschool room: Emergency telephone numbers. Toddler room: Emergency telephone numbers. Infant room: Emergency telephone numbers. School-Age room: Emergency telephone numbers and the emergency transportation plan.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, required first-aid supplies were not fully present in the following first-aid kits: Pre-K Room: Tweezers were not present. Discovery Preschool Room: Tape, tweezers, and scissors were not present. Toddler Room: Soap was not present.
Corrected by Jan 7, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, the certification representative observed a missing ceiling tile in the Toddler Room. Staff reported that the ceiling leaks during rainfall and stated that electronics in the affected area are unplugged when it rains. Staff further reported that a bucket was placed under the missing ceiling tile the evening prior to the inspection in anticipation of potential leaks. The certification representative observed that it was raining on the day of the inspection. Staff also reported that multiple maintenance requests have been submitted regarding the ceiling condition and stated that ceiling tiles have previously fallen in the Toddler Room on a day when children were not in care.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, cots in use in the Pre-K and Preschool rooms were not labeled with the name of the child assigned to each cot.
Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
- 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.
During the renewal inspection, at least one cot in use in the Discovery Preschool room did not have a minimum of two feet of space on three sides.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the renewal inspection, a sample of children's files was reviewed. At that time, the fee agreement for child #6 did not include date of admission.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. 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 renewal inspection, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Father's work address and work telephone number. Release persons' addresses. Child #2: Release person's address. Child #4: Father's home and work addresses and home and work telephone numbers. Mother's work address. Release persons' addresses. Child #5: Release persons' phone numbers and addresses. Child #8: Release persons' addresses.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
During renewal inspection, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following children's files contained health assessments that were not renewed within the required timeframes: Child #4: Health assessment on file for child #4 is dated 8/12/2024, which is more than 12 months old. Child #4 is preschool-aged (see LIS code sheet for date of birth). Child #5: Most recent health assessment on file for child #5 is dated 4/26/2024, which is more than 12 months old. Child #5 is an older toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth). Child #6: Most recent health assessment on file for child #6 is dated 5/12/2025, which is more than 6 months old. Child #6 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth).
Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
- Violation
During renewal inspection, a sample of children's files was reviewed. File for child #4 did not include immunization history. Child #4 is preschool-aged and has been attending the facility for more than 60 days (see LIS code sheet for date of admission).
Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
- Violation
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.
During the renewal inspection, several children in the Discovery Preschool room were observed using the toilet and returning directly to their cots without washing their hands. Staff did not instruct the children to wash their hands after using the bathroom.
Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. The following staff persons did not obtain a health assessment and/or tuberculosis (TB) screening prior to providing initial service (see LIS code sheet): Staff Person #4: The file did not contain an initial health assessment. Staff Person #5: The initial health assessment on file is dated 3/30/2025, which is after the staff person's start date. Staff Person #7: The file did not contain an initial health assessment or TB screening. Staff Person #8: The initial health assessment on file dated 7/11/2025 did not include documentation of TB screening.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following documents were not updated within 6 months: Child #1: Emergency contact form and fee agreement were both last updated on 10/5/2024. Child #2: Emergency contact form and fee agreement were both last updated on 9/30/2024. Child #3: Emergency contact form and fee agreement were both last updated on 9/13/2024. Child #5: Fee agreement last updated on 9/4/2024. Child #7: Emergency contact form last updated 4/1/2025.
Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
- Violation
During renewal inspection, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #2: Signed parental consent for minor first-aid. Child #3: Signed parental consent for minor first-aid and emergency medical care. Child #5: Signed parental consent for minor first-aid and emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2026
- Violation
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.
During renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. File for staff person #8 does not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
- Violation
During the renewal inspection, a sample of staff files was reviewed. Staff Persons #4 and #8: Files did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to each person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff Person #11: File contained only one written, nonfamily reference.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2026
- Violation
Complaint investigation conducted on 6/12/2025 verified that child #1 was found by his parent to be inside the classroom playing with toys while the rest of the class, including all children and staff person #1 and staff person #2, were outside on the playground. This incident occurred on 6/3/2025 at about 4:58PM. Staff interviews determined that child was unattended in the classroom for approximately 10 minutes. During complaint investigation, conducted on 6/12/2025, staff in the Pre-K room initially reported having 16 preschool-aged children in the room. Certification representative conducted a headcount and determined that there were actually 17 children in the room. Staff person #3 and staff person #4 were unable to accurately identify the children in their individual groups. An acceptable plan of correction was received with last correction date being 9/26/2025. As of 9/30/2025, several staff members employed by the facility have not received the required two-hour PQAS-approved supervision training on December 12, 2024 or July 11, 2025.
Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
During unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/12/2025, mandated reporter training certificates on file for staff person #1 are dated 2/20/2020 and 6/9/2025, which is past 60 months.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2025
- Violation
Complaint investigation conducted on 6/12/2025 verified that child #1 was found by his parent to be inside the classroom playing with toys while the rest of the class, including all children and staff person #1 and staff person #2, were outside on the playground. This incident occurred on 6/3/2025 at about 4:58PM. Staff interviews determined that child was unattended in the classroom for approximately 10 minutes. During complaint investigation, conducted on 6/12/2025, staff in the Pre-K room initially reported having 16 preschool-aged children in the room. Certification representative conducted a headcount and determined that there were actually 17 children in the room. Staff person #3 and staff person #4 were unable to accurately identify the children in their individual groups.
Corrected by Sep 26, 2025
- Violation
During an unannounced inspection on 4/7/25, the planned art activity observed did not accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. One child approached the art table on two separate occasions and threw the plate with paint, scattering paint all over, causing the other children to scream and cry. Another child sat on top of a table not engaged in any activity at all. The room was chaotic.
Corrected by May 9, 2025
- Violation
The most recent emergency plan training for Staff #1 was 2/6/24. Staff #1 was visiting from another KinderCare location.
Corrected by Apr 25, 2025
- Violation
The most recent fire safety training for staff #1 was 3/19/24. Staff #1 was visiting from another KinderCare location.
Corrected by Apr 25, 2025
- Violation
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 most recent written evaluation for staff #1 was dated 3/26/24. Staff #1 was visiting from another KinderCare location.
Corrected by Apr 25, 2025
- Violation
During an unannounced inspection, staff #1 (see code sheet for hire date) did not have a disclosure statement on file.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
- Violation
Staff #1, identified as an assistant group supervisor did not have documentation on file to qualify for the position.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2025
- Violation
The health assessment and TB screening on file for staff #1 were dated 8/19/23, greater than 1 year prior to initial service (see code sheet for hire date).
Corrected by Mar 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Staff #2 had TB screening but no documentation that a physical exam was completed, or the physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Mar 20, 2025
- Violation
There were no written, nonfamily references on file for staff #2.
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, previous certificate for pediatric first-aid/CPR on file for staff person #2 expired on 7/31/2023 and was not renewed until 5/23/2024. Previous certificate for pediatric first-aid/CPR on file for staff person #7 expired on 1/31/2024 and was not renewed until 6/27/2024.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, mandated reporter training certificates on file for staff person #1 are dated 11/15/2017 and 4/14/2023, which is past 60 months.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
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.
During renewal inspection, staff evaluations on file for staff person #5 are dated 10/15/2022 and 10/2/2024, which is past 12 months. Staff evaluations on file for staff person #8 are dated 3/15/2022 and 9/12/2024, which is past 12 months.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
During renewal inspection, a first-aid kit was not present in the Toddler A classroom.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, several preschool-aged children were observed using cots labeled for different children in the Pre-K classroom. Certification representative checked the cot list while staff were doing supervision/ratio.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, thermometers were not present in the refrigerators located in the Toddler A, Discovery Preschool, and Preschool classrooms.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, the following postings were missing from the following rooms: Toddler A classroom: Emergency transportation plan. Toddler B classroom: Daily activities.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, certification representative observed several children climbing on windows and shelves in the Pre-K classroom. Rep spoke with director about this, who reported that the facility has had several call-offs due to illness and that the group in the Pre-K classroom is typically split up between two rooms to minimize behaviors.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, child service reports (CSRs) were not on file for child #1, child #3, or child #8.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During renewal inspection, the following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #3: Date of admission. Child #5: Arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, the following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Health insurance policy number. Child #3: Phone number of child's physician. Child #8: Name, phone number, and address of child's physician. Health insurance information and policy number.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. 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 renewal inspection, the following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Release persons' addresses. Child #3: Release persons' addresses. Child #7: Father's phone number. Father is also listed as a release person. Child #8: Release persons' addresses.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, emergency contact form for child #1 was not present in the Toddler A classroom, where child #1 was observed to be napping. Emergency contact form for child #2 was not present in the Pre-K classroom, where child #2 was receiving care.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
During renewal inspection, most recent health assessment on file for child #7 is dated 5/24/2024, which is over 6 months ago. Child #7 is an infant (see LIS code sheet for date of birth).
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, most recent health assessments on file for the following children indicate that they are not immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP: Child #1: Received 1 of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine, last dose administered 12/3/2023. There is no exemption on file. Child #1 is an older toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth). Child #4: Received 3 of 4 doses of DTAP vaccine and 1 of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine, last dose administered on 8/22/2023. There is no exemption on file. Child #4 is an older toddler (see LIS code sheet for date of birth). Child #6: Received 1 of 2 doses of each Rotavirus, HIB, and IPV vaccines. Received 1 of 3 doses of each DTAP and Pneumococcal vaccines. There is no exemption on file. Child #6 is an infant (see LIS code sheet for date of birth). Child #7: Received 1 of 3 doses of Rotavirus vaccine and 1 of 2 doses of each DTAP, HIB, and IPV vaccines. There is no exemption on file. Child #7 is an infant (see LIS code sheet for date of birth).
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
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.
During renewal inspection, staff person #1 was observed to not wash an infant's hands after diapering them.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, health assessments on file for staff person #2 are dated 10/19/2021 and 12/2/2024, which is past 24 months. Health assessments on file for staff person #6 are dated 4/5/2022 and 5/30/2024, which is past 24 months. Initial health assessment on file for staff person #3 is dated 9/13/2024 and TB test was read on 9/14/2024, which was after staff person #3 started providing direct care to children (see LIS code sheet for start date).
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
During renewal inspection, unlabeled bottles were observed in the refrigerator of the Infant A room. Certification representative asked staff about them, and staff reported that they belong to a child in care.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #7 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, an incident report in the binder in the Pre-K classroom dated 1/10/2025 was not signed/dated/received by the child's parent. Several incident reports in the binder in the Discovery Preschool classroom were not signed, dated, or received by parents. Additionally, director reports that one copy of an incident report is retained in the child's file. Facility does not have a facility accident file, only a log which describes the date/time that incidents have occurred in the facility.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, there was only one written, nonfamily reference on file for staff person #4 (see LIS code sheet for start date).
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, letter given to parents explaining facility's emergency plan did not account for accommodations for infants, toddlers, or children with disabilities/chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
During renewal inspection, the only health assessment in child #2's file is dated 12/13/2024, which is past 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (see LIS code sheet for date of admission). The only health assessment in child #8's file is dated 12/27/2024, which is past 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (see LIS code sheet for date of admission).
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
Incident investigation verified that an older toddler ingested two screws less than 1" in diameter after a play kitchen broke in the Discovery Preschool room on 12/9/2024. One screw was found in the child's vomit and the other was found in an x-ray of the child's stomach on 12/10/2024.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
- Violation
Complaint investigation verified that on or around 11/6/24, a preschool-aged child was left unattended in the Preschool room for approximately 3-5 minutes while the rest of the class went outside to the playground.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
- Violation
Complaint investigation verified that on or around 11/6/24, a preschool-aged child was left unattended in the Preschool room for approximately 3-5 minutes while the rest of the class went outside to the playground.
Corrected by Nov 13, 2024
- Violation
During complaint investigation conducted 6/4/2024, there were 18 preschool and school-aged children present in the Pre-K room. Staff person #1 identified 9 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 6 children as being in their group. Rep advised that not all children are accounted for. Rep departed room and let staff figure out their groups. When rep returned, staff person #1 identified 10 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 8 children as being in their group. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 6/28/2024. When certification representative returned for another complaint investigation on 7/22/2024, there were 6 infants present in the Infant room with two staff people. Staff person #2 identified 4 children as being in her group and staff person #3 stated that she was unsure of the names of the two children in her group. Staff person #2 was able to provide the names to staff person #3. It was also verified that a child eloped on 7/19/2024 while staff person #4 was helping another child on the potty. Child was brought back inside by another staff member who saw the child on the playground when she was coming in for her shift.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
- Violation
During complaint investigation conducted 6/4/2024, there were 18 preschool and school-aged children present in the Pre-K room. Staff person #1 identified 9 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 6 children as being in their group. Rep advised that not all children are accounted for. Rep departed room and let staff figure out their groups. When rep returned, staff person #1 identified 10 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 8 children as being in their group. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 6/28/2024. When certification representative returned for another complaint investigation on 7/22/2024, there were 6 infants present in the Infant room with two staff people. Staff person #2 identified 4 children as being in her group and staff person #3 stated that she was unsure of the names of the two children in her group. Staff person #2 was able to provide the names to staff person #3. It was also verified that a child eloped on 7/19/2024 while staff person #4 was helping another child on the potty. Child was brought back inside by another staff member who saw the child on the playground when she was coming in for her shift.
Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 6/4/2024, staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/19/2024. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 6/27/2024. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 7/22/2024, staff person #2 did not have acceptable pediatric first-aid/CPR training on file. Staff person #2 has been employed at the facility for over 90 days (see LIS code sheet for start date).
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 7/22/2024, an infant identified by staff members as being four months old was observed to be asleep on his tummy on a play mat on the floor.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 7/22/2024, an infant identified by staff members as being four months old was observed to be asleep on his tummy on a play mat on the floor.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
- Violation
During complaint investigation conducted 6/4/2024, there were 18 preschool and school-aged children present in the Pre-K room. Staff person #1 identified 9 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 6 children as being in their group. Rep advised that not all children are accounted for. Rep departed room and let staff figure out their groups. When rep returned, staff person #1 identified 10 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 8 children as being in their group.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
- Violation
During complaint investigation conducted 6/4/2024, there were 18 preschool and school-aged children present in the Pre-K room. Staff person #1 identified 9 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 6 children as being in their group. Rep advised that not all children are accounted for. Rep departed room and let staff figure out their groups. When rep returned, staff person #1 identified 10 children as being in their group and staff person #2 identified 8 children as being in their group.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 6/4/2024, staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/19/2024.
Corrected by Jun 4, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 6/4/2024, staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/19/2024.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 6/4/2024, fire drill log reflected that last drill was conducted on 12/26/2023 which is past 60 days. Director reports that facility recently practiced a drill at the end of May 2024; however, it was not recorded.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
During unannounced monitoring conducted 6/4/2024, fire detection testing log reflected that smoke alarms were tested 9/22/2023, 10/23/2023, 11/29/2023, and 12/26/2023 which are all past 30 days. Fire detection testing log had not been updated since 12/26/2023. Director reports that smoke alarms were recently tested at the end of May 2024; however, testing was not recorded.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, the fee agreement for child #4 was not signed by the parent.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there were no written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the staff person #1's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
- Violation
During the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, Staff person #8 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #8 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety topics.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
During the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, an inspection summary that remains open was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected by Jan 12, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there was no documentation that a letter explaining the emergency procedures including lock-down, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs, and children with chronic medical conditions was provided to parents.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, Staff person #6, #7, and #8 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety topics.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, staff #7 did not have NSOR clearance on file and has been employed for more than 45 days. Staff #7 must be removed from care until all clearances are on file.
Corrected by Jan 18, 2024
- Violation
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.
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there were no written staff evaluations in the previous year for staff #2, #4 and #5
Corrected by Mar 1, 2024
- Violation
There are greater than 45 children enrolled at the facility and only one qualified group supervisor.
Corrected by Mar 1, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there was no documentation of a high school diploma for staff #2 and #8 to qualify for the AGS position. Staff #3 and #7 need documentation of 2 years of child care experience to qualify for the AGS position.
Corrected by Mar 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.108(c) · Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used.
During the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, lunch was served on Styrofoam plates.
Corrected by Jan 9, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there were no child service reports in the previous six months for child #1, #2, #3, and #5.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, the fee agreement for child #4 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, the emergency contact information for child #4 did not include parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, the emergency contact information for child #3 did not include health insurance information.
Corrected by Jan 22, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, the most recent influenza vaccine for child #5 was 12/13/21, and there was only one of the two Hepatitis A vaccine given on 3/2/23. There were no exemption letters on file. Child #5 must be removed from care until proper documentation is on file.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there was no signed parental consent for the administration of minor first aid for child #4.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, the only health assessment on file for child #5 was dated 3/2/23, more than 60 days after the first day of attendance (see code sheet for date).
Corrected by Jan 22, 2024
- Violation
As of the renewal inspection on 1/8/24, there was no documentation that the operator notified local traffic safety authorities in the past year in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
On 1/4/24, staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the leg leaving finger mark bruising on the child's right leg.
Corrected by Apr 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 1/4/24, staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the leg leaving finger mark bruising on the child's right leg.
Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
- Violation
On 1/4/24, staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the leg leaving finger mark bruising on the child's right leg.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2024
- Violation
During an unannounced inspection on 9/20/23, the most recent fire drill was dated 7/8/23, greater than 60 days.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Violation
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 and Pediatric CPR and Health and Safety training.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2023
- Violation
During an unannounced inspection on 9/20/23, the most recent alarm test was on 6/8/23.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Violation
On 9/11/23 during a complaint investigation at approximately 8am, there were 11 young and older toddlers with 2 staff, and 13 school agers with one staff. On 9/20/23, staff #1 was alone with 19 preschool children during nap time, and many of the children were walking around the room, not on their cots.
Corrected by Dec 29, 2023
- Violation
On 9/11/23 during a complaint investigation at approximately 8am, there were 11 young and older toddlers with 2 staff, and 13 school agers with one staff. On 9/20/23, staff #1 was alone with 19 preschool children during nap time, and many of the children were walking around the room, not on their cots.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
- Violation
On 9/11/23 during a complaint investigation at approximately 8am, there were 11 young and older toddlers with 2 staff, and 13 school agers with one staff. On 9/20/23, staff #1 was alone with 19 preschool children during nap time, and many of the children were walking around the room, not on their cots.
Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
During a complaint investigation on 9/11/23, there was evidence of roaches and bedbugs at the facility.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
- Violation
In early June, Child #1 had a small rock in his mouth from the outdoor play space. On 6/19 the child had a small rock in his nose from the outdoor play space.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
- Violation
During an unannounced inspection on 7/12/23, Staff #1 was observed bringing children in from outside through the PK room. When she arrived in the PS room, she was asked how many children she had. She was not sure and had to count the names on the list. In so doing, she realized that one of the children was missing. Staff #2 went back to the PK room and found the child there.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
- Violation
During an unannounced inspection on 7/12/23, Staff #1 was observed bringing children in from outside through the PK room. When she arrived in the PS room, she was asked how many children she had. She was not sure and had to count the names on the list. In so doing, she realized that one of the children was missing. Staff #2 went back to the PK room and found the child there.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The May 13, 2026 inspection noted: “A renewal inspection was conducted from 05/13/2026 through 05/28/2026. At the time of the inspection, bottles stored in individual children's cubbies were obse…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Oct 30, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection, the following emergency contact forms were missing from the designated rooms: Preschool room: Emergency contact form for Child #4…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Sep 30, 2025 inspection noted: “Complaint investigation conducted on 6/12/2025 verified that child #1 was found by his parent to be inside the classroom playing with toys while the rest of the…” — what has changed since then?
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