3270.31(b) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older.

Staff person #1 (DOB and DOH see LIS code sheet) is not 18 years of age or older. Staff person #1 was observed working in the 2's classroom on 7/21/2025. There were two staff person's in the classroom with a total of seven (7) children. Staff person #1 was assigned the responsibility of supervision of four (4) children.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the results of the required DHS FBI clearance are on file.

The record for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a PDE FBI clearance and not the required DHS FBI clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

3270.61(h)(2)(ii) · When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space each time period shall be designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 a total of twenty-one (21) toddlers, preschool and school-aged children were eating lunch in the room at the end of the hallway on the left. That room has an established capacity of eleven (11). Staff indicated that this occurs on a daily basis;however, each time period the program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space the time period is not designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 in the 2's classroom, three (3) protective receptacle covers were not placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 in the Preschool classroom several items (diaper rash spray/ointment and baby wipes) labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" are being stored in individual cubbies and are accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

it was observed on 7/21/2025 the room at the end of the hallway on the left and the big room at the end of the hallway do not have a first-aid kit in the child care space.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 the first-aid kit in the Infant B classroom does not contain tweezers. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 in the Preschool room, the sensory table has some rough edges and peeling pieces of the wood laminate coating. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 the room at the end of the hallway on the left and the big room at the end of the hallway do not have a written plan of daily activities posted in the group space.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 the room at the end of the hallway on the left and the big room at the end of the hallway do not have emergency contact information present for children receiving care in those spaces.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 a purse containing medication was hanging on a hook accessible to children using the bathroom at the end of the hallway. It was observed on 7/21/2025 a bottle of Ritalin is being stored on a bookshelf behind the reception area of the child care facility and is accessible to children. (ALL CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

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

3270.135(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.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 in the 2's classroom, soiled disposable diapers were discarded in a swing top trash can, which is not a hands-free covered can.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2025

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

3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.

It was observed on 7/21/2025 a total of ten (10) children were present in the Preschool room, which has an established capacity of nine (9).

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). This is evidenced by manual testing of the facility's fire detection system being completed on 2/19/2025 and 3/31/2025 (40 days) and 4/22/2025 - 5/27/2025 (35 days), which exceeds the every 30- day requirement.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

The facility's written policy on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment does not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 7/15/2024 a Swiffer mop containing cleaning materials is being stored behind the bathroom in the hallway by the Big Room and is accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON-SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 7/15/2024 in the Twos classroom the cords to the blinds are hanging loosely and accessible to children, posing a hazard. (CORRECTED ON SITE) It was observed on 7/15/2024 in the lunchroom, the top of the large folding table has areas that are peeling and flaking, exposing pieces of particle board underneath.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

It was observed on 7/15/2024 in the Big Room located at the back of the facility, there are several areas of peeling paint on the wall. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 7/15/2024 in the Young Toddler Room the children were playing with small pom poms that have a diameter of less than 1 inch. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

The file for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a health assessment with TB test results dated 9/19/2022, which is more than 12 months prior to providing initial service at the child care facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Person #2 will have until May 15, 2024 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #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 supervised staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child care position.

Staff person #2 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 3/28/2019.

Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

It was observed on 4/22/2024 at 10:18am Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was sleeping in a crib in the older infant room with a sound machine on the floor beside the crib playing loudly, without a staff person being physically present in the room. At 10:22am certification representative walked down the hallway to the large room and observed Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, and Staff Person #3 in the large room with 10 young toddlers. Upon interviewing the staff members present in the large room it was determined that Staff Person #1 was the staff person assigned to the supervision of Child #1. After being prompted by the certification representative Staff Person #1 returned to the older infant room to be physically present with Child #1. When interviewed, Staff Person #2 estimated that Staff Person #1 had been in the large room with them for approximately 15 minutes, leaving Child #1 alone in the older infant room sleeping in a crib.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 4, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

It was observed on 4/22/2024 at 10:18am Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was sleeping in a crib in the older infant room with a sound machine on the floor beside the crib playing loudly, without a staff person being physically present in the room. At 10:22am certification representative walked down the hallway to the large room and observed Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, and Staff Person #3 in the large room with 10 young toddlers. Upon interviewing the staff members present in the large room it was determined that Staff Person #1 was the staff person assigned to the supervision of Child #1. After being prompted by the certification representative Staff Person #1 returned to the older infant room to be physically present with Child #1. When interviewed, Staff Person #2 estimated that Staff Person #1 had been in the large room with them for approximately 15 minutes, leaving Child #1 alone in the older infant room sleeping in a crib.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

It was observed on 4/22/2024 at 10:18am Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was sleeping in a crib in the older infant room with a sound machine on the floor beside the crib playing loudly, without a staff person being physically present in the room. At 10:22am certification representative walked down the hallway to the large room and observed Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, and Staff Person #3 in the large room with 10 young toddlers. Upon interviewing the staff members present in the large room it was determined that Staff Person #1 was the staff person assigned to the supervision of Child #1. After being prompted by the certification representative Staff Person #1 returned to the older infant room to be physically present with Child #1. When interviewed, Staff Person #2 estimated that Staff Person #1 had been in the large room with them for approximately 15 minutes, leaving Child #1 alone in the older infant room sleeping in a crib.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

It was observed on 4/22/2024 emergency contact information for Child #1 was not present in the older infant room where Child #1 was receiving care.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 23, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Facility Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022. Facility Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) has not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. Staff Person #1 and #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or above who has completed and is current with the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1 and #2, staff persons #1 and 2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. (Expiration date of 6/19/2023) Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. (Expiration date of 6/19/2023)

Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 must be removed from a child care position by the close of business 7/20/2023 because she/he does not have all the required clearances.

The file for Facility Person #3 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a PDE FBI clearance dated 5/25/2021 and not a required DHS FBI clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

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

3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

It was observed on 7/20/2023 in the Toddler room a protective receptable cover was not placed in an electrical outlet accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.76/3270.77(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

It was observed on 7/20/2023 in the Older Infant Room a portion of the ceiling was not in good repair and had patches of peeling paint.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Emergency contact information for Child #1 does not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

It was observed on 7/20/2023 in the Younger Infant Room four (4) bottles were not labeled with the child's name.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

It was observed on 8/3/2022 cleaning materials were being stored on top of a storage cabinet beside bags of food. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

Corrected Corrected by Aug 3, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 must receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer. Until such time as the correction is implemented, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has has completed the required training relation to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

On 8/3/2022 Staff Person #1 DOH (see LIS code sheet) was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #1 completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation, however it is not an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 3, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

It was observed on 3/17/2022 all the toys in the young toddler room were being stored on high shelves and only given to children at the teacher's discretion, limiting the choice of activities.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2022

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

3270.51/3270.52 · 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. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.

It was observed on 3/17/2022 Staff Person #1 was in the Preschool room with 12 preschool aged children, making the observed ratio 1:12 while it is required to be 1:10. It was observed on 3/17/2022 Staff Person #2 was in the large room at the back of the facility with 6 children (five (5) young toddlers and one (1) older toddler), making the observed ratio 1:6, while it was required to be 1:5. It was observed on 3/17/2022 Staff Person #3 was in the lunch room with eight (8) children ( five (5) older toddlers and three (3) preschool aged children), making the observed ratio 1:8, while it was required to be 1:6. (ALL CORRECTED ON SITE by 11:30 am)

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Facility person #1 has documentation of previously completing Mandated Reporter on 4/1/2015 and renewed it on 6/23/2021, which is more than 60 months and therefore out of compliance with the CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The emergency contact information for Child #1 does not include the home address of the enrolling parent.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.