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2118 W Main St, West Norriton PA 19403 · License #CER-00248814 · Center · Child Care Center
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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. TIERED LIS: 12/16/25 - Children must be supervised at all times. 2/16/26 - 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.
On 12/16/25 a review of video camera footage from 11/25/25 revealed that child #1 #2 and #3 left the classroom and proceeded to through the bathroom and down the stairs to an empty classroom on the lower level at approximately 4:19PM. Staff person #1 was unaware that the children had left the classroom. Staff persons #2 discovered the children playing in the lower-level classroom at approximately 4:20PM.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Non Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Non Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 staff person #2 was functioning as an AGS. Staff person #2 did not have acceptable verification of 2 years (2,500 clock hours) of experience with children on file at the facility
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 the hot water at sinks accessible to children exceeded 110F.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 11/4/25 the carpets in the lower-level classroom and the stairway had stains and traffic dirt.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 chipped paint and damaged plaster was observed in the upper-level children's bathroom
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 the rest equipment for child #7 and #8 was not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 the thermometer in the infant room refrigerator indicated 50 F.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025
Category: nutrition. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 the health assessment for staff person #1 did not have tb testing dates.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c)/3270.181(e) · 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. If emergency information is updated in a master file, it shall be updated accordingly in other facility records.
During the renewal inspection the emergency contact forms in the classrooms for child #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 and #6 had not been updated for over a six month period.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/4/25 the file for staff person #3 had text message style written references that did not include the full name and/or contact information to verify the references.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 24, 2025
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.
The inspection on 3/28/25 revealed that staff person #1 pushed child #1, causing child to fall backwards, after child #1 spit on staff person #1. This is continued noncompliance from SIN-00261760 dated 3/7/25 and SIN-00260857 dated 2/25/25 surrounding 3270.113b.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
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.
An inspection on 3/7/25 revealed that on 3/4/25 staff person #1 pulled child #1 by one arm causing the child to fall to their knees. Staff person #1 then lifted child #1 by one arm (child's feet were not touching the floor) and carried child several feet and then forcefully sat child #1 onto a child size couch. (Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00262852).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2025
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.
An investigation on 2/25/25 revealed that on 2/19/25 child #1 was running in the classroom. Staff person #1 grabbed child #1 from behind and wrapped her arm around the child's chest and neck area causing the child to fall to a seated position. When the child pulled away, child #1 hit their head on a chair. (Continued Non-compliance transferred onto SIN-00261760)
Corrected Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
An inspection on 2/5/25 revealed that on 1/29/25 child #1 was standing at the platform on top of a toddler slide. When the parent arrived to pick up the child, staff person #1 went to take the child to the parent and pulled the child by one arm onto the slide. This action (coinciding with resistance from the child) caused the child to lose their footing and fall to their side on the slide. Staff person #1 continued to pull the child by one arm. This action was unsafe and could have posed a threat of injury to the child.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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 11/14/24 the file for staff persons #1 and #2 identified as AGS did not have acceptable verification of 2 years experience working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/14/24 the carpets in the Giraffe room had areas of traffic dirt and stains. The bolts holding down the toilets in the Caterpillars bathroom were missing their bolt covers.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 27, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/14/24 a review of the fire alarm testing log revealed that the alarms were not tested every 30 days. The log reflected a test on 6/4/24 and 10/4/24.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.19(b) · A facility person who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of child abuse shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department.
An inspection on 8/21/24 revealed that staff persons #1 was informed by parent and staff person #1 informed staff person #4 that their child was being "hurt by teachers at school and the on one occasion child #1 stated they were choked by staff person #2" and staff person #3 plucked child #1 with her fingers. Staff person #1 nor #4 reported this suspected abused to ChildLine as required.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: background checks. 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.
On 8/21/24 cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the lower-level child's bathroom. This continued non-compliance was transferred from SIN-00249425
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 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.
On 8/21/24 a ceiling tile with water damage was observed in the back lower-level preschool classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
On 8/21/24 a cubbie unit and a shelf with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed in the lower-level school age classroom. This continued non-compliance was transferred from SIN-00249425.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 staff persons #1 #2 and #3 did not have verification of emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
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). . 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. Staff Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 the file for staff person #3 did not contain a PA State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance FBI Clearance or NSOR.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: background checks. 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.
During the inspection on 7/17/2024 cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the lower-level child's bathroom. On 8/21/24 cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the lower-level child's bathroom. This continued non-compliance was transferred to SIN-00250868
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
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.
During the inspection on 7/17/2024 Cracks in the pour and play surface were observed on the Preschool Playground A basketball net that was unstable and could tip over was observed on the Preschool Playground. The Plastic boarder on the preschool playground has metal spikes that are sticking up and no longer flush with the boarder. The white fence on the preschool playground has two holes.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
On 7/17/2024 the operator did not have the ASTM F test dated for the unitary playground protective surface for under the embedded climber on the preschool playground.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
During the inspection on 7/17/2024 a child's couch in with a torn surface was observed in the camp room, several cubbie and shelf units with a narrow base and tipping hazards were observed in the lower-level classrooms. On 8/21/24 a cubbie unit and a shelf with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed in the lower-level school age classroom. This continued non-compliance was transferred to SIN-00250868.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 the file for child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 emergency contact information was not present in the classroom for child #8.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 the file for child #1 did not contain a current health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
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.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 the file for staff person #3 did not have a health assessment or TB testing dates and results.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
During the inspection on 7/17/24 child #6 and #7 did not have a written statement from the parent giving the formula and feeding schedule.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: nutrition. 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 inspection on 7/17/24 the financial agreements for child #3 #4 and #5 had not been reviewed, signed and dated by a parent for over 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. This training will be conducted by the ELRC.
An inspection on 5/23/24 verified that On May 3rd, 2024, Individual #1 notified Staff person #1 that Child #3 was outside on the playground alone and unsupervised by facility staff members. Staff person #1 went to the toddler playground and found a child #3 outside, with individual #2. Staff person #1 brought child #3 back inside to the classroom, Staff persons #2 and #3 were both unaware the child was left outside for approximately 2 and 1/2 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times.
An inspection on 5/23/24 verified that On May 3rd, 2024, Individual #1 notified Staff person #1 that Child #3 was outside on the playground alone and unsupervised by facility staff members. Staff person #1 went to the toddler playground and found a child #3 outside, with individual #2. Staff person #1 brought child #3 back inside to the classroom, Staff persons #2 and #3 were both unaware the child was left outside for approximately 2 and 1/2 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. 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.
An inspection on 5/23/24 verified that On May 3rd, 2024, Individual #1 notified Staff person #1 that Child #3 was outside on the playground alone and unsupervised by facility staff members. Staff person #1 went to the toddler playground and found a child #3 outside, with individual #2. Staff person #1 brought child #3 back inside to the classroom, Staff persons #2 and #3 were both unaware the child was left outside for approximately 2 and 1/2 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/31/2023, the cabinet under the sink in the Three-year-old room showed evidence of rodent droppings and potential infestation.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 2, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. 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.
During a unannounced monitoring inspection on 10/30/2023, the file for child #1 did not contained a current record of influenza vaccination.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 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.
During unannounced inspection 09/12/2023, door knob on half door in rear lower level classroom was not secured to the door.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · 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.
During unannounced inspection on 07/19/2023, file of staff person #1 contained a PA State Police Criminal History clearance with the incorrect birth date. Birth date on state issued ID and other clearances was not the same a birthdate on PA State Police Criminal History clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2023
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.
During unannounced inspection 07/19/2023, blue area rugs in the 1 year old room and the 3-5 year old room were stained and had areas of high traffic dirt. and spillage
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d)/3270.124(f) · 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. 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.
During unannounced inspection 07/19/2023, emergency contacts located in emergency bags in all classrooms contained forms that were not updated within 6 month required intervals.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
During unannounced inspection 07/19/2023, file of staff person #2 contained a health assessment dated 06/27/2023 however health assessment on file did not address if staff person was free from communicable disease and suitable to work with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
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 unannounced inspection 07/19/2023, file for staff person #2 did not contain two written non family references that attested to staff person's suitability.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
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 a renewal inspection on 05/17/2023, the file for staff person #1 did not contain verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 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.
During a renewal inspection on 05/17/2023, the file for staff person #1 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 23, 2023
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.
During an unannounced inspection on 03/15/2023, the file for child # 1 contained a health record dated more than 6-months old.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
Duirng an unannounced inspection on 01/06/2022, the cabinet under the sink in the caterpillars room showed evidence of bug droppings and potential insect infestation.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2023
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 an unannounced inspection on 01/06/2022, the bathroom in the caterpillar room had the toilet paper holder ripped off the wall leaving chipped paint and a hole in the wall where the toilet paper holder was originally attached; the refrigerators in the kitchen had open cups with food in them, a brown powdery substance on the shelf and water pooling on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
During an unannounced inspection on 01/06/2022, the file for child #1 did not contain written consent to administer the persription medication labeled with this child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
During a complaint investigation on 05/17/2022, the certification representative observed a video of child #1 being left on the playground by Staff Person #1. The time stamps on the video show the child to have been left outside from 3:02 pm to 3:46 pm on the outdoor play space located on a raised platform overlooking the parking lot before being found by another staff person. On the date of the incident, it was a sunny day and the play space is not located in an area where there is shade.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children must be supervised at all times. 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.
During a complaint investigation on 05/17/2022, the certification representative observed a video of child #1 being left on the playground by Staff Person #1. The time stamps on the video show the child to have been left outside from 3:02 pm to 3:46 pm on the outdoor play space located on a raised platform overlooking the parking lot before being found by another staff person. On the date of the incident, it was a sunny day and the play space is not located in an area where there is shade.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children must be supervised at all times. 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.
During a complaint investigation on 05/17/2022, the certification representative observed a video of child #1 being left on the playground by Staff Person #1. The time stamps on the video show the child to have been left outside from 3:02 pm to 3:46 pm on the outdoor play space located on a raised platform overlooking the parking lot before being found by another staff person. On the date of the incident, it was a sunny day and the play space is not located in an area where there is shade.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
During an unannounced inspection on 05/03/2022, the Certification Representative observed a video of staff person #1 handling a child roughly when the child would not lie still for a diaper change. Staff person #1 then placed the child on the mat without completing the diaper change while yelling at the child that if they cannot behave they will not get a new diaper. Approximately one minute later staff person #1 completed the diaper change.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(e) · A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.
During an unannounced inspection on 05/03/2022, staff person #1 refused to complete a child's diaper change when the child was fussing on the changing table. Staff person #1 put the child on the mat with no diaper on and completed the diaper change one minute later when the child started to behave.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(d) · One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).
During a renewal inspection on 12/7/2021, the children in the Seahorse group were on the playground and the teacher did not have a First Aid kit with her.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2021
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.
During a renewal inspection on 12/7/2021, the certification representative observed plastic water cups littering the edges of the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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 a renewal inspection on 12/7/2021, the file for staff person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
During a renewal inspection on 12/7/2021, a current Fire inspection could not be provided. There is currently one scheduled for January 5, 2022.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. 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 an unannounced complaint investigation, Staff #1 and the regional manager acknowledged as well as sign in sheets for the date of the incident confirmed the three to five year age group was out of ratio. The sign-in sheets confirm there were 13 three to five year old children with Staff #1.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 24, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by maintaining a record of the documentation at the facility for a period of three (3) months. The format will be made available to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning Staff for review during unannounced visits. Verification of compliance with ratios will be completed by more than one on site visit at the facility over a three (3) month period of time.
During an unannounced complaint investigation, Staff #1 and the regional manager acknowledged as well as sign in sheets for the date of the incident confirmed the three to five year age group was out of ratio. The sign-in sheets confirm there were 13 three to five year old children with Staff #1.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The child care staff must complete training in how to best maintain ratio at all times. The provider is being referred to PA Keys for appropriate training. The Legal Entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding staff:child ratios. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.
During an unannounced complaint investigation, Staff #1 and the regional manager acknowledged as well as sign in sheets for the date of the incident confirmed the three to five year age group was out of ratio. The sign-in sheets confirm there were 13 three to five year old children with Staff #1.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
During an unannounced complaint inspection, staff person #1 and staff person #2 confirmed that child #1was able to get out of the classroom unnoticed and was able to make their way out of the building. Staff person #2 found the child in the school parking lot and brought the child back into the school.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2021
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. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.
During an unannounced complaint inspection, staff person #1 and staff person #2 confirmed that child #1was able to get out of the classroom unnoticed and was able to make their way out of the building. Staff person #2 found the child in the school parking lot and brought the child back into the school.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
THERE WERE SEVERAL OUTLET COVERS MISSING IN THE ELECTRIC OUTLETS. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE WITH SIN 00192866 / DATED 9/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 3, 2021
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.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 11/2/21, THERE WERE PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL IN THE BUSY BEES ROOM. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE WITH SIN 00192866 / DATED 9/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 3, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 11/2/21, THERE WAS A CHILD SLEEP ON A NUMBER COT THAT WAS NOT REPRESENTED BY A NUMBER CHILD TO DETERMINE WHAT CHILD THE COT IS SPECIFIED FOR. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE WITH SIN 00192866 / DATED 9/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 3, 2021
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.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, THERE WAS PEELING PAINT IN THE BUSY BEES CLASSROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2021
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.
DURING THE UNANNOUNED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, THERE WAS A BOTTLE OF FANTASTIC ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD ON A SELF IN THE MULTIPURPSE ROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · 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.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, THERE WAS ONE STAFF WITH 6 INFANTS DUE TO A STAFF LEAVING THE CLASSROOM AND LEAVING THE OTHER STAFF ALONE.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
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.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, THERE WERE OUTLET COVERS MISSING FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET IN THE BUSY BEES ROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, OBSERVED THROUGH VIDEO FOOTAGE, THAT PACK AND PLAYS WERE BEING USED BY ANY CHILD INDIVIDUALLY WHO FELL ASLEEP.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, THE COTS WERE TOO CLOSE TO THE NEXT COT IN THE SESHORE CLASSROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
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.
DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, THERE WAS NO EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR A CHILD IN THE CLASS WHEN ASKED.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
DURING THE UNANNOUNED INSPECTION ON 9/13/21, OBSERVED STAFF ON VIDEO FOOTAGE SERVE SNACK WITHOUT WASHING THERE HANDS
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
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
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF TWO WRITTEN NON-FAMILY REFERENCES
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF BEING TRAINED IN THE FACILITY'S EMERGENCY PLAN
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2021
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: Staff Person #1 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 WHO ARE PROVISIONAL HIRES, DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF REQUEST FOR FBI CLEARANCE, STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF REQUEST FOR CRIMINAL CLEARANCE AND NSOR. THE FILE OF STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF FBI CLEARANCE. STAFF #2 WAS ALONE IN CLASSROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2021
Category: supervision. 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.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED DISINFECTING SPRAY IN THE BATHROOM ATTACHED TO THE MONKEY'S (TODDLER) CLASSROOM
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2021
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.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED THAT THE AIR VENTS IN THE MONKEY'S CLASSROOM, THE GROSS MOTOR ROOM, AND THE CAMPERS CLASSROOM WERE DIRTY
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
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.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WOOD DECKING LEADING TO THE TOODLER PLAY AREA AND ON THE FENCE LEADING TO THE TODDLER PLAY AREA. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM SIN-00187840
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED THE BATHROOM IN THE GROSS MOTOR ROOM DID NOT HAVE HANDWASHING SIGNS
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION PLAN POSTED IN THE MONKEY'S CLASSROOM
Corrected Corrected by Aug 10, 2021
Category: transportation. 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.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF A HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: ratio. 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.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING BY THE MANTOUX METHOD
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF AN INFANT FEEDING SCHEDULE IN THE FIREFLIES (INFANT) CLASSROOM
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include verification of age.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF VERIFICATION OF AGE
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
ON JULY 9, 2021 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN EVIDENCE OF VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.