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260 Veterans Way, Warminster PA 18974 · License #CER-00255700 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Observed 4/16/2026 in Fireflies bathroom there was baby wipes located in the bathroom not locked or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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 #1 and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 4/16/2026 The file for Staff # 1 did not contain out of state clearances from Connecticut. Staff #2 did not contain completed DHS required PA State Criminal Police Clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file were not met.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed 4/16/2026 in the Butterflies classroom the door stopper that's located on the wall was damaged and dislodged, also beneath the sink where children complete handwashing there an open space in the wall that was not in good repair and free from visible hazards making it accessible to children.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed 4/16/2026 in the Ducks classroom there was peeled and damaged paint on the wall near the exit door that leads towards the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · 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.
Observed on 4/16/2026 in the Guppies the refrigerator thermometer read at 50° F. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2026
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(1) · 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 health report for an infant must be dated no more than 3 months prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.
Observed 4/16/2026 child #1 file did not contain an initial health report and immunization records in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 1/29/2026 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 and staff # 2 did not handwash child's hands after being diapered.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed 4/17/2025 staff #2 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: ratio. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 4/17/2025 The file for staff # 2 does not contain a completed DHS required Child Abuse clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff passed their provisional hire date.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) · 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.The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. 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.
Observed 3/17/2025 in Penguins Classroom Staff # 6 and 8 had 24 children in their childcare space. Staff # 8 identified 12 children and staff # 6 identified 11 children, leaving 1 child unassigned.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed 4/17/2025 in Ducks classroom the ceiling tile near the exit door was damaged with leak stains. Observed in Fireflies bathroom the toilet top was cracked and broken with clear tape wrapped around it. Observed in Frogs classroom the wall and wall boarder were damaged under the sink where the wall was crumbling and the wall boarder exposed not in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/17/2025 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change in Guppies classroom and after completing the diaper change staff #1did not handwash child's hands after being diapered. Observed in Butterflies classroom staff #1 and #7 did not wash children's hands before meals.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/17/2025 staff #4 file did not contain a health assessment in their file. Staff #3 file were missing health assessment. Staff # 3 medical assessment dated for 2/12/2023, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date. Staff #2 health assessments did not contain the physician's address of where their health assessment was conducted at.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · 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 persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Observed 8/14/2024 Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service Pediatric CPR and First Aid training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 8/14/2024 staff #2 &3 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
Observed 8/14/2024 Staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Category: health medication. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1,2,3 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 #1,2,3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 8/14/2024. Staff #3 file did not contain completed DHS required State Police or a Child Abuse on file. Staff #1 file did not contain the required NSOR clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. The file for staff # 2 did not contain out of state clearances from New York.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a)/3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. 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.
Observed 8/14/2024 in bathroom # 1 there was medicated protected powder labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" located in the bathroom unlocked and accessible to children in the Penguins and Kolas bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 8/14/2024 staff# 2, and 3 were missing a health assessment in their file. Staff #2 and 3 were also missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Observed 8/14/2024 Staff #2 and 3 files did not verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Observed 8/14/2024 it was documented that the last fire drill was conducted April 2024. Fire drills are to be conducted at least once every 60 days maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 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.
Observed 4/24/2024 staff #6 and 7 file did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022. Staff #5 does not have current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training expiration date of 3/15/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
Observed 4/24/2024 Staff person #3,8,9 and 10 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024
Category: health medication. 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). Facility Person #1,5,6,9 and 11 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 #1,5,6,9 and 11 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 4/24/2024The file for staff # 1,5,6,9 and 11 did not contain a completed DHS required FBI, State Police and Child Abuse clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff person #3,8 &9 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/24/2024 Staff #5, 6 and11 files did not contain a written evaluation for a minimum of one every 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) · 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. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff: child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
Observed 4/24/2024 staff #9 were observed supervising 11 preschool children exceeding over the capacity of the ratio of 1 to 10.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed 4/24/2024 child file # 2,3,4,5, and 8 health insurance coverage and policy numbers were missing from emergency contact from.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed 4/24/2024 child file #4 and 5 emergency contact forms were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/24/2024 child #1 and 2 files did not contain an updated 6-month health report on file. Child # 1 last physical was 8/28/2023, Child #2 last physical was 9/27/2023.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed 4/24/2024 Child #7 rectal medicine that needs to be administered was not in its original container it was placed in a zipped locked bag without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/24/2024 Staff #6 did not ensure that child# 6 hands were washed after toileting.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed 4/24/2024 staff# 1 and 3 were missing a health assessment in their file. Staff # 7 health assessment dated for 4/13/2022, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Observed 4/24/2024 staff # 2,9 and 10 health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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.
Observed 4/24/2024 staff #1,3, and 10 was missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Observed 4/24/2024 Staff #1,2,3,8 and 10 file not include acceptable verification of experience, education of a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/24/2024 staff #1,2,3,4,8, and 9 files did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Observed 4/24/2024 Staff #5,6, and 11 were missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Observed 4/24/2024 children #5 file did not contain a health report on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
Observed 11/21/2023 director and owner confirmed that staff person #1 tone with the children can be more aggressive than the expectations of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.104(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. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Observed 8/3/2023 in the school age room there was a small bench couch in the childcare space where children would sit was destroyed, the linen was torn with the Styrofoam exposed and accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 8/3/2023 The file for staff # 1 does not contain a completed DHS required FBI and NSOR clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #1 is passed their provisional hire date.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 3, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
Observed 4/18/2023 Staff #3,4,7, and 9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Also, observed staff #2 and 6 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired prior to 10/4/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2023
Category: health medication. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. 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 #7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Observed 4/18/2023 staff person #7 hired 7/21/22 file does not contain out of state clearances for the state from New York. Staff person #7 has exceeded their provisional hire period.
Corrected Corrected by May 17, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/18/2023 Staff # 2 file did not contain a written evaluation for a minimum of one every 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed 4/18/2023 in the Panda's bathroom and Penguin's, Eagles, and Kolas's classroom electrical outlet cover in the childcare space where it's accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed 4/18/2023 in Penguins and Kolas bathroom there was Diaper cream labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" located in the storage bin unlocked and accessible to children. Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed 4/18/2023 in the Panda's and Butterflies bathroom there was peeling paint accessible to children. Observed in the Kolas classroom the closet door was defective and did not lock the door making it accessible to children. Observed in the Eagles classroom closet the wall was crumbling with peeling paint exposed.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
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.
Observed 4/18/2023 in the Panda's and Butterflies bathroom there was peeling paint accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed 4/18/2023 the outdoor playground of the young and older toddlers play equipment for water activities was filled with dirty water, leaves and trash.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · 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.
Observed on 4/18/2023 in the Guppies the refrigerator thermometer was over 57° F. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed 4/18/2023 children #6 and 8 file did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed 4/18/2023 children files # 2, 4,6,7 8 and 9 files did not contain the addresses and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.
Observed 4/18/2023 vehicle #1 did not contain emergency contact information for children while transporting on riding excursions.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(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.
Observed 4/18/2023 child # 7,8,9 and 10 emergency contact and agreement forms did not contain a periodic review in a 6 month period.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/18/2023 child #10 file did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 10 last physical was 5/21/2021.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Observed 4/18/2023 child #2 file did not contain a copy of the child's immunized status/report according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(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.
Observed 4/18/2023 child #2 health assessment did not state if the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(1)/3270.133(5) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed 4/18/2023 Child #2 & 3 EPI Pen's was not in its original container it was placed in a zipped locked bag without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Child #1 inhaler was not in its orginal container and was placed in a zipped locked bag without manufactures or health professional instructions on original label. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
Observed 4/21/2023 staff# 1,5, and 8 was missing a health assessment and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method in their file. A health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.178 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
Observed 4/18/2023 vehicle #1 did not contain a first aid kit on the vehicle during transporting children.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Observed 4/18/2023 staff person #5 file did not include verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed 4/18/2023 staff #4 and 8 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Observed 4/4/2023 staff #1 was viewed on facility's video documentation aggressively pulling child #1 by their hand over to staff #1 to place child in the line with the other children to go outside for outdoor activities.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Observed 4/4/2023 staff #1 was viewed on facility's video documentation aggressively pulling child #1 by their hand over to staff #1 to place child in the line with the other children to go outside for outdoor activities.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) · 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. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
Observed 4/4/2023 in the Young Toddlers Butterfly classroom staff #1 was responsible for 5 children in their group while staff #2 was responsible for 6 children in their group. The total number of for a maximum group size of 10, there was 11 children in the group total. Staff #2 ratio was 1:6 during the time of observation.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.113(a) · 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. 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.
Observed 2/1/2023 waiting in the lobby to enter the facility, staff#1, 2, and 3 were seen in the hallway conversing among each other leaving their classrooms unattended with 1 staff in each classroom. Both classrooms with the one staff member leaving staff to child ratio not in compliance. Staff # 2 classroom had a ratio of 1:11 and staff #3 classroom had a ratio of 1:12.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 2-10-23 (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Observed 2/1/2023 Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2023
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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. Facility Person #2 cannot work in a childcare position at the facility.
Observed 2/1/2023 staff #2 FBI clearance have not been completed within the 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented on file being dated 11-16-2016. Also observed staff #2 mandated reporter training have not been completed within the 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented on file being dated 2-8-2017.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(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.
Observed 2/1/2023 in the Young Toddler's classroom Staff # 3 and staff # 5 had a total of 12 children in the childcare space, Staff # 3 identified 5 children and Staff # 5 identified 6 children leaving 1 child unassigned.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.
On 7/15/22 Continued non-compliance was observed in that the records of facility persons #1, did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance (FBI) as required by the CPSL
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2022
Category: background checks. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.
During the inspection on 6/29/22, provider was unable to provide CPSL documentation for facility person #1 who was working in a child care position in a classroom. There were no records provided for Facility person #1 that would include the Disclosure statement, Child Abuse clearance, the criminal record clearance, National Sex Offender Registry clearance (NSOR) and Federal bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During the inspection on 6/29/22, provider did not have an individual record for facility person #1. Provider provided a resume for facility person #1 as the only documents received.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, #6, and #8 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.
During the inspection on 6/8/22, continued non-compliance was observed in that the records of facility persons #1, and #6, did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance (FBI) and the records of facility person #8 did not include the correct FBI clearance (Department of Education FBI submitted) as required by the CPSL -The records of facility person #8, did not include the National Sex Offender Registry clearance as required by the CPSL -The records of facility person #8 did not include the Mandated Reporter training as required by the CPSL
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(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.
During the inspection on 6/8/22 continued non-compliance was observed in that the records of facility person #5 did not include a written report of initial health assessments, including the results of initial tuberculin skin tests
Corrected Corrected by Jun 29, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the toilet in the Fireflies room was not in good repair-toilet not flushing
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(iii) · Competence in lifeguard training is demonstrated by completion of lifeguard training, including first-aid training and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for child and infant.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that there was no acceptable verification of lifeguard training presented as required for swimming-water safety training submitted
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1, facility person #6, facility person #8, facility person #10, did not contain the Health and Safety training as required by the CCDBG.
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2022
Category: health medication. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, #6, #7, #8, and #10, may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that -The records of facility persons #6, #7, and #10, did not include the State Police Criminal clearance as required by the CPSL -The records of facility person #10 did not include the Child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL -The records of facility persons #1, #6, and #10 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance (FBI) and the records of facility person #8 did not include the correct FBI clearance (Department of Education FBI submitted) as required by the CPSL -The records of facility persons #6, #7, #8, and #10 did not include the National Sex Offender Registry clearance as required by the CPSL -The records of facility persons #1, #6, #8, and #10 did not include the Mandated Reporter training as required by the CPSL
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.35(b) · A group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4).
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility persons #3 and #10 did not contain verification of qualifications for a GS
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(3) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observe that the records of facility person #4 did not include verification of education and experience for an Aide
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · 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).
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the school age classroom was out of ratio with 14 children ages 6 years to 11 years in attendance with one facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the ceiling tiles in the Ducks room were brown stained
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(2)(i)/3270.131(e)(4) · Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of children #5 and #6 did not include the influenza vaccine or exemption letter
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(3)/3270.133(5) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that two Epi-pens did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication is intended and the medication was not stored with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label-each Epi-pen had initials of the 2 children of different ages who had the same initials
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of children #1, #2, #3, #5, and #6 did not contain an updated emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include verification of age.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #10 did not include verification of age.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility persons #1, #3, #4, #6, #7,#9 and #10 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility persons #4, #8,and #9 did not include verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(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.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility persons #4, #5, #8, and #10 did not include a written report of initial health assessments, including the results of initial tuberculin skin tests.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #9 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #10 did not include professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of children #5 and #6 did not include an initial health report .
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5) · 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. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection on 4/14/22, it was observed that the records of children #4 and #7 did not include an initial health report and a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.