Description: Welcome to Keystone Kids Early Learning Center, an independently owned and operated educational childcare facility, which is the result of a dream that originated fifteen years ago. While studying child development at Michigan State University, Kristin Duvall, the owner and director of Keystone Kids, envisioned a childcare center designed and dedicated to the educational experience and overall development of each child. By making the most of the time children spend in our care, Keystone Kids Early Learning Center is committed to transforming the parental need for childcare into an overall investment in your child’s future. As a parent of two, Kristin realizes that the importance of a quality program, with a focus on safety, nurturing, and education, is critical when choosing a childcare center. With a spacious, modern facility, as well as an accredited curriculum and hands-on learning, your child will develop a foundation of learning to build on for years to come.
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| 2020-03-05 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.33(a)/3270.37(b) - Each staff person meets quals/Aide qualifications | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 3/5/2020, it was observed that Staff person 1 and 2 were being utilized as an Aide when they are volunteer qualified. Staff person 1 and 2 are volunteers (they are under the age of 18 and are not participating in an acceptable program). They were observed as part of the staff/child ratio in the classrooms. Staff person 1 was observed in the Hershey Buds (Infant) Classroom with 7 infants and 1 AGS qualified staff person. Staff person 2 was observed in the Great Danes/Fireflies (Young Toddler) Classroom with 10 Young/Old Toddlers and 1 AGS qualified staff person. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in 3270.37(b)(1)-(3). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) It was believed by the facility that because the staff were enrolled in a school program, they were qualified. Keystone, after learning from the counselor at the high school that they were not an acceptable program, removed all programs not qualified as aides from our staffing pattern. Keystone will not longer utilize students in High School enrolled in a program as staff, only individuals to insist in a classroom and gain experience and hours in the field. |
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| 2020-03-05 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: It was observed on 3/5/2020 that the Hershey Buds and Great Danes/Fireflies classrooms were out of ratio at 4:15 in the afternoon. 1 staff person who was AGS qualified and 1 staff person who was volunteer qualified were observed in the Hershey Buds Classroom with 7 infants. 1 staff person who was AGS qualified and 1 staff person who was volunteer qualified were observed in the Great Danes/Fireflies Classroom with 10 young/old toddlers. Volunteers may not be included in the staff:child ratio, therefore both classrooms were out of ratio. Ratio must be maintained at all times. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Each classroom will be staffed with qualified staff according to licensing guidelines for staff qualifications. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/18/2020, it was observed that the red and blue "Boppy Pillows" in the infant A classroom were torn and the stuffing was exposed. CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Boppy Pillows were sewn closed immediately upon viewing the tear. All boppies will be monitored and disposed of if found to be in poor condition. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/18/2020, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have an acceptable TB test on file. Staff person 2 (hire date 11/4/19) had a TB test on file dated 2/16/17. TB tests must be completed within 12 months prior to start date with children. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was sent out the next day to get a TB test. We will monitor health assessments for all future employees to watch for TB test results prior to employment and at time of employment. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/18/2020, it was observed that staff person 2 had a lapse in their clearances. Staff person 2 had a child abuse clearance dated 11/1/14 which expired on 11/1/19. A new child abuse clearance was not completed until 1/21/2020. Staff person 2 had an FBI clearance on file dated 10/27/14, which expired on 10/27/19. A new FBI clearance was not completed until 1/16/2020. Clearances must be updated every 60 months. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will place individuals who have not completed updated clearances on provision/suspension until clearances have been updated. |
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| 2019-09-30 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 9/30/19 it was observed that three classrooms were out of ratio between 4:30 and 5:00 PM. 1 staff was observed with 11 preschoolers in the Liberty Bell classroom. 1 staff was observed with 15 preschoolers in the Nittany Lion Classroom. 1 staff was observed in the outside play area with 8 young and old toddlers. Correction Required: 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 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In order to maintain proper staff child ratios during operating hours, we have been in constant communication with our teachers, moving children accordingly if/when necessary especially during drop off/pick up timeframes, as well as altering start and end times for our teaching staff. We have also implemented a system for staff to stay late in order to make sure that the classrooms are covered appropriately. The continuation of interviewing and hiring staff is also on-going. Providing these additional updates to our process has ensured that classrooms are not left out of ratio. |
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| 2019-07-18 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 7/18/19 it was observed that there were 28 young school age children in the Young School Age classroom with 2 staff persons while a third staff person was on their break. The children in this classroom do not nap. Continued non-compliance on 9/30/19. Correction Required: 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. IF USING TIERED LIS: 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 sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Ratios for young school age will be 1:12 consistently even through break times. Staffing patterns will be forwarding to licensing to reflect this process. |
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| 2019-02-22 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/19 it was observed that infants were sleeping in cribs that did not have 2 feet of space on three sides of the crib. This was observed in the Hershey Buds and the White Tails Classrooms. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) -retrain staff in infant classrooms on requirements per licensing regulations. -Periodic checks to verify that it is being followed through on. -corrected on site by moving the cribs/infants. |
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| 2019-02-22 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/29 it was observed that staff persons 1 and 2 did not have their physical updates in a timely manner. Staff person 1 had a physical on file dated 8/12/16 which expired on 8/12/18, a new physical was not obtained until 10/11/18. Staff person 2 had a physical on file dated 7/7/16 which expired on 7/7/18, a new physical was not obtained until 1/23/19. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) -Periodic checks (bi-weekly) to give out notices of upcoming health assessments due in order to avoid overdue physicals. -place staff on suspension if health assessment is not up to date. |
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| 2019-02-22 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/19 it was observed that CPSL Law was not followed for staff 5, 6, 7, 8, and 10. Staff 5 (hire date 9/17/18) had an FBI clearance provisional paperwork on file dated 9/25/18. Staff person 5 also did not complete mandated reporter training in the first 90 days of hire. Mandated reporter was dated 12/22/18. Training was due by 12/17/18. Staff 6 (hire date 9/17/18) had FBI provisional paperwork dated 9/25/18. Staff person 6 also did not complete mandated reporter training in the first 90 days of hire. Mandated Reporter training was dated 1/30/19 and was due by 12/5/18. Staff 7 (hire date 9/10/18) did not have an FBI clearance or provisional paperwork on file at the time of hire. FBI clearance was dated 9/11/18 and no provisional paperwork for the FBI clearance was available. Staff 8 (hire date 10/22/18) did not have FBI clearance or provisional paperwork on file at the time of hire. FBI clearance was dated 11/6/18. Staff person 10 (hire date 2/4/19) did not have FBI clearance or provisional paperwork on file at the time of hire. FBI provisional paperwork was dated 2/5/19. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) -FBI clearance will be complete (receipt proof) prior to start date -Mandated reporter training will be complete (certification proof) within 90 days of start date. -If Mandated Reporter training is not complete with 90 days staff person will be placed on suspension. |
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| 2019-02-22 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/19 it was observed that staff person 3 and 4 had been employed longer than 12 months and did not have an evaluation on file within the last 12 months. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will implement monthly calendar and complete staff evaluations in time per year. Attached are staff evals missed. |
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| 2019-02-22 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/19 it was observed that the plexi-glass wall cover in the Gross Motor Play area was broken and the base of the sink side wall in the Liberty Bell room was peeling. CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Periodic maintenance of building and proper means to fix walls, surfaces, etc. that require care and attention. Sink and plastic were corrected on site. |
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| 2018-03-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 3/23/18 it was observed that staff 1 and 2 had a Child abuse Clearance on file that was for volunteers. Staff person 1 had State Police Clearance on file that was for volunteers. Staff must have clearances for employment purposes. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Verifying during paperwork process that all clearances are EMPLOYMENT and not VOLUNTEER. If they are VOLUNTEER we will renew to EMPLOYMENT. Clearances will be submitted. |
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| 2017-03-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff persons 3 and 4 did not have a health assessment at the time of hire. (staff person 3 started on 1/30/17, physical is dated 2/16/17) (staff person 4 started on 11/7/16, physical dated 2/8/17) Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Moving forward, all health assessments will be complete before staff start date. |
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| 2017-03-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff persons 1 and 2 do not have doccumentation of TB test date on file. Staff person 5 does not have documentation of TB test on file. Staff person 6 did not have a TB test before hire. (start date is 9/28/15 and TB test date is 12/1/15) Staff person 7 did not have a TB test within one year of hire. (hire date is 9/12/16, TB test is dated 1/8/2012. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) For staff 1 and 2 make sure date is on health assessment form. For staff 5 TB test will be documented before start date. For staff 6 and 7 TB test will be given and documented before start date moving forward. |
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