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10 HOUR CARE DAYCARE CENTER LLC

Lancaster, PA · Lancaster County
452 S Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Quick Facts

Capacity
55 children
Age range (listing information)
2 months - 5 years
May not reflect the ages served today. Please confirm with the provider.
Rate Range
$62 - $51/Daily rate
Type of Care
Daytime, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care, Full-Time, Kindergarten, Part-Time
Transportation
Not Available, Field Trips
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

Contact Information

📞 (717) 945-7091
452 S Duke St
Lancaster, PA 17602
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00258419
License Issued
Aug 10, 2026
Active Through
Aug 10, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
Accreditation
STARS 2
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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Our mission is to provide quality childcare services to all individuals with children needing care. We look to provide availability, reliability, and dependable services that our customers can depend on. We will educate and prepare your children not just for school but for their life. We understand the children are the next generation and we are shaping them to be great leader for our future.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:45 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: Child #2's family was not provided with written documentation of the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided within the last 6 months. (see Code Sheet)

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's #2 family was provided with written documentation of child's growth and development
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information and agreements of child #1 and #2 were not updated once in a 6-month period (5/15/25, 4/3/26 & 4/4/25, 4/3/26) (10/2/25, 5/11/26 & 10/21/25, 5/11/26) respectively.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents of child #1 and child #2 emergency contact forms and agreements were updated in the record.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: Child #1's initial health assessment was not provided within the first 60 days of attendance at the facility: dated 1/13/26 (see Code Sheet)

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
child #1's health report is now in child's record
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/19/26.

Correction Required: 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. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person 4-, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 will receive pediatric first aid/CPR training. Staff person #4 will be supervised by a staff person who has completed this training until this training is completed.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's file did not contain a current NSOR certificate as the previous clearance on record expired on 1/20/26. Staff person #2's NSOR certificate was obtained after the first day of working with children at the facility: dated 4/2/26 (See Code Sheet).

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 do now have a current NSOR certificate. Staff will have all required clearances on record prior to working at the facility, in compliance with CPSL.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.37(b)(2) - 8th grade & enrolled in training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(2)

Description: 8th grade & enrolled in training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3's record does not contain proof of an 8th grade education and proof of enrollment in a training curriculum indicating that the classroom training portion of the curriculum has been completed.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and enrollment in a training curriculum described at §3270.31(c). The classroom training portion of the curriculum shall be completed. Documentation of completion of classroom training and continuing enrollment in the training curriculum shall be included in the staff person's file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 record does now contain high school diploma.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3270.78/3270.113(a) - Lighting/Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.78/3270.113(a)

Description: Lighting/Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was not adequate lighting to properly supervise the children during naptime in the Infant and YT (back right space) Corrected during inspection

Correction Required: Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Additional lighting was provided to each room for additional supervision
2026-04-20 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid and CPR.

Correction Required: 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. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
staff #1 person will receive pediatric first aid and CPR training. Staff person #1 will not be alone with children until the training is complete.
2025-05-08 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) - Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)

Description: Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #1 and Child #2 were each missing one dose [out of four] of the Pneumococcal vaccination, as required by the ACIP. No valid exemption was on file for either child.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 is no longer in our program as if 5/30/25. Child #2 parent will obtain proper records or exemption. A child will not be retained after 60-days of enrollment without proper immunization records or exemptions on file moving forward.
2025-05-08 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first- aid/CPR training expiration date of 4.4.25.

Correction Required: 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. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 did receive First Aid training on 5/29/25.
2025-05-08 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of personnel records, it was found that the health assessment on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 2.20.23 [expired 2.28.25].

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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 did obtain Health Assessment
2025-05-08 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of facility fire safety records, it was found that the facility had on file a fire detection system inspection report dated 3.7.25 from Monitronics which did not include passable inspection results related to the alert system [i.e., horns, strobes, sirens, etc] within the childcare portion of the building.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have requested the inspection report due to maintenance being needed in the system, we will have it soon. We have reached out to the vice president
2024-07-25 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was observed in the infant room that one crib was in use with a sleeping child with 2 feet of space on only two sides.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately moved cribs and other items to ensure that the proper space was available.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site area and equipment for each childcare space, it was found that there was a broken basket with sharp edges in the Preschool space.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Broken basket was removed.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site area and equipment for each childcare space, it was found that there was no thermometer in the infant space thermometer.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Thermometer was placed in refrigerator.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the document on file representing a health assessment [i.e., visit summary] did not include a signature and the individual's professional title of the individual completing the assessment for Child #2 #3 [initial] and #4.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
State physical will be completed by physician for Child #2 and placed on file. Child #4 has been withdrawn from care. Child #3 is not currently in care, pending the receipt of the regulatory required documents [initial health assessment].
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 was missing 2/4 doses of Pneumococcal vaccine and 1/3 doses of Polio vaccine. It was also found that Child #3 was missing 1/3 doses of HIB vaccine and 1/4 doses of Pneumococcal vaccine. Finally, it was found that Child #5 was missing an entire vaccination record.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2: Provider has requested the updated immunization record. Additional documentation on catch up schedule is requested, and all documents will be placed on file as required. If additional documentation is not provided, child will be removed from care as required. Child #3: Provider has requested the updated immunization record and placed on file. Additional documentation from medical provider is required for Pneumococcal vaccine. Child will be removed from care if documentation is not provided. Child #3 is not currently in care, pending the receipt of the regulatory required documents [initial health assessment and updated immunization record]. Child #5: Provider has requested the updated immunization record and placed into file as required.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that Child #2 - #5 had only visit summaries on file that lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
State health forms have been requested for Child #2 and placed on file as required. Child #3 is not currently in care, pending the receipt of the regulatory required documents [initial health assessment]. Child #4 is no longer in care at this facility.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site area and equipment for each childcare space, it was found that there was prescription medication accessible to children in care, in a backpack found in the cubby area of the older toddler space.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Medication was removed from the cubby immediately and placed in an inaccessible location.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.133(7) - Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(7)

Description: Medication log

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was found that medication for child #1 was present in the Preschool 2 childcare space and had been used, but no medication log was present in the documentation inspected.

Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Medication log was located and placed in classroom
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Upon completion of staff childcare duties in each childcare space, it was observed that Staff Person #1 did change several children's diapers without properly washing each child's hands afterwards.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person was corrected to properly follow hand washing procedures when changing diapers to wash each child's hands afterwards.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was observed that Staff Person #2 was working unsupervised with children and did not have the required Health and Safety Training Topics completed and on file.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has completed 10 hour training, the training has been placed in staff person's folder. Staff person #2 remained supervised until the required document was placed on file.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: Upon completion of staff childcare duties in each childcare space, it was observed that Staff Person #1 did change several children's diapers without properly washing their own hands afterward each child.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has been corrected, handwashing procedures have been reviewed and will be followed.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: It was found that a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for each infant was not present in the infant childcare space.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All infant parents will complete a written statement for formula and feeding schedule for each child, which will be reviewed and revised quarterly.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: It was found that the feeding bottles being used in the infant childcare space were not labeled with each child's name prior to or after use.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All infant bottles have been labeled and will be labeled before each use with prepared labels and monitored by the director periodically.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility's required documents, it was found that local traffic safety authorities had not been advised in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the past one year.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The required notification has been created in duplicate, with one copy retained on file for confirmation of compliance annual.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.21/3270.66(a) - General Health and Safety/Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.66(a)

Description: General Health and Safety/Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Upon completion of the inspection of the physical site, it was found that a utility closet with hazardous/cleaning products [marked 'keep locked'] in the entry area near child restrooms was closed but unlocked. In addition, it was found that a bleach solution in a spray bottle was accessible to children in the bathroom of the Preschool 2 childcare space.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All hazardous materials have been removed from the utility closet. All cleaning solutions will be out of child's reach. All teachers have been notified of this matter and will ensure to keep cleaning solutions out of reach of children.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.21/3270.76 - General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.76

Description: General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site area and equipment for each childcare space, it was found that there were multiple electrical outlets in the Preschool 2 childcare space that were broken and/or improperly attached to the wall.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All outlets have been inspected and secured with outlet covers.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that the written plan on file did not contain specifics concerning the children's life-saving medications that were present at the facility and their necessary accommodations.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will add the necessary accommodations to the emergency plan for children with life-saving medications.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the parental letter regarding the facility emergency plan on file, it was found that the procedures for communication were not included.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will include procedures for communication into the parent letter and reissue the letter to parents.
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): revised 10-hour Health and Safety Training Topics [6-hour Health and Safety Training Basics dated 8.23.16 was on file].

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 will have until 6.18.24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2 has completed required training
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site area and equipment for each childcare space, it was found that there were multiple areas of chipped/peeled paint in the Preschool 2 childcare space.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All damaged paint areas will be repaired
2024-05-13 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, it was found that the following drill log entries exceeded the maximum of 60 days between required drills: 4.5.23-6.23.23 [79d]; 6.23.23 -- 8.31.23 [69d].

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider has created a hardcopy calendar with several months drill plans in advance to ensure that compliance is maintained.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) - ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that child #1 was missing vaccination documentation for influenza, Hepatitis A and Varicella AND child #2 was missing vaccination documentation for the fourth dose of the Pneumococcal immunization. No valid exemptions were on file for either child.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immunizations will be updated and filed in the child's record. Immunizations are updated and in the child #1 record, Child #2 is no longer in our program. All immunizations will be updated in a timely manner, children who do not comply will not be allowed back until center receives updated immunization records
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.181(e) - Emergency master file updated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(e)

Description: Emergency master file updated

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that multiple children's emergency contact documents in the preschool aged #1 and #2 spaces were out of date and did not match the facility master records.

Correction Required: If emergency information is updated in a master file, it shall be updated accordingly in other facility records.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All children's emergency records will match the master records
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility personnel files, it was found that staff person #5 did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training documented.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person will complete training hours.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility personnel records, it was found that fire safety training was overdue for staff person #3 [12.29.21] AND staff person #5 [no documentation of training].

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire safety training is scheduled for all staff members that need it.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 will have until 6.20.23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person is no longer employed. All staff persons will receive first aid training within 90 days of hire and will be supervised at all times until receiving training.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #4 will have until 6.20.23 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4, staff person/facility person/volunteer #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 is no longer employed All staff persons will receive Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire and will be supervised at all times until receiving training.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility personnel records, it was found that written evaluations for the following personnel exceeded one year: staff person #1, #2, #3 and #5.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff persons that has been employed for more than a year will receive a written evaluation. Staff person #3 is no longer employed at the facility as of July 5, 2023.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that the first aid kit in the preschool aged room was missing adhesive bandages.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Adhesive bandages have been placed in the First aid kit.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site area, it was found that ceiling tiles were damaged in the preschool aged #1 and infant spaces, as well as the male and female restrooms.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ceiling tiles will be replaced that need to be replaced.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site areas, it was found that there was broken/exposed drywall in the preschool aged #2 room, wall opposite of the entry door.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All damaged paint/walls have been repaired.
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site areas, it was found that the waste receptacles in the Preschool aged #2 space were not lidded.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Trash receptacles will be repaired or replaced
2023-05-08 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility fire safety records, it was found that there was a drill gap between 12.13.22 and 4.4.23 [Emergency drill was completed], with no required fire drill documented.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drills will be conducted every 30 - 45 days. Fire drills will not exceed 60 days!
2022-05-25 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During an inspection of required facility child tracking forms, it was found that the facility was out of regulatory ratio in the toddler 1 room on 5.20.22 from 1300-1500. During that time, there was one facility person with between 7-10 children.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have hired more staff. We also have two new persons taking training now and will be starting in June. We currently have three extra staff persons to cover when we have call offs.
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During the physical site inspection, it was observed that an infant age child was placed into a crib which had at least 2 feet of space on only one side.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider moved pack and play crib into the proper position immediately.
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the health assessment for child #5 was not signed, with individual's professional title.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will request and submit from parents corrected physical with proper signature
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the health assessment for child #2 and #5 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will request and submit state physical for completion
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: During physical site inspection, it was observed that an infant was changed and returned to play space without having hands washed, and it was noted that the sink in the toddler room was not operational and the staff indicated that the child's hands were being wiped with a disposable wipes.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will take toddlers to sink to wash hands until sink is repaired or replaced
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of facility persons files, it was found that facility person #1 had taken the Health and Safety Basics course on 4.11.19 without updating to the required course by 4.29.22.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has completed Health and Safety
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During physical site inspection, it was observed that an infant was changed and the staff did not wash their hands. Further, due to the sink not being operational in the toddler space, the staff indicated that they were using hand sanitizer in place of hand washing during diaper changes.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person will wash hands after diapering.
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: During a inspection of the physical site, it was observed in the 2 year old child care space that a full bottle was present on a lower level of the cubby without identification or refrigeration.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All hazardous foods will be refrigerated and all bottles will be labeled.
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility posted documents, it was found that the last notification to local traffic safety authorities was made on 5.12.21.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Traffic letter is updated
2022-05-17 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the physical site inspection, it was observed that there was damage drywall/paint in the large indoor play space [under the alligator], the men's bathroom used by children [near the toilet] and toddler room [near the entry way].

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All damaged areas will be repaired.
2022-03-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Staff Persons #1 and #2 left a sleeping toddler [child #1] in the napping classroom for approximately 1-1.5 minutes without adult supervision before it was discovered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times. Provider will complete child tracking and send copies to the Certification Representative as required.
2022-03-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Staff Persons #1 and #2 left a sleeping toddler [child #1] in the napping classroom for approximately 1-1.5 minutes without adult supervision before it was discovered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider immediately required that all staff participate in and complete the DHS approved supervision training.
2022-03-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Staff Persons #1 and #2 left a sleeping toddler [child #1] in the napping classroom for approximately 1-1.5 minutes without adult supervision before it was discovered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times.
2021-12-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility's fire drill logs, it was found that fire drills were conducted on 9.30.21, 10.14.21 and none thereafter. Consequently, it is found that greater than 60 days has elapsed since the last fire drill.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will complete fire drills every 30 days to stay on track.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that the plastic diaper pad in the infant room was cracked and the foam was exposed. The plastic house in the older toddler room had the door broken off leaving cracked plastic that was protruding and sharp. Multiple overhead lights in the child care center were not working.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The diaper pad was immediately replaced and the teacher was instructed that anytime there are cracks to exposed interior foam to notify director immediately for replacement. The lights were immediately work ordered and repaired. Cracked plastic play equipment was repaired to a safe condition. Moving forward, all teachers directed to immediately make work orders as needed to ensure safe facility and equipment.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that child #1 and child #2 were sleeping in an infant sleeper and child #3 was sleeping while propped on a boppy pillow.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Infant sleepers have been removed immediately and replaced with approved infant bedding. All sleeping equipment for infants has been replaced with play yards. Moving forward, staff have been instructed that infants will always be placed in the approved sleeping position, as noted in health and safety training.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that two bottles that were in the kitchen refrigerator were not labeled with the child's name.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Unlabeled bottles were removed from the refrigerator. Moving forward, the facility will now provide individual containers labeled with child's name that the bottles will be placed inside of prior to use. This for pre-made formula bottles only.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that the facility had their 2017 to 2018 certificate of compliance posted. Corrected on site.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The current certificate of compliance was printed off and place on the upstairs and main entrance parent board. In the future the current certificate will be posted as required.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.27(b)/3270.27(c) - Plan reviewed/updated annually/Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that staff had not had emergency plan training since 6/12/18. The emergency plan was not reviewed since 6/12/18.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan will be reviewed in June of each year and any corrections submitted as needed. Emergency Preparedness training will be completed on 7/29/2019 for all staff to complete as needed. Moving forward, training will be completed in June of each year as needed.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that fire safety training was last held on 6/21/18.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire safety training will be completed by staff on July 29th 2019. Moving forward, the provider will conduct fire safety training every six months as needed to maintain training levels for staff not up to date.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff #1's Pennsylvania State Police and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Registry Clearance were both obtained for the purpose of a volunteer. Staff #2's Pennsylvania Child Abuse Registry Clearance was obtained for the purpose of volunteer.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both staff will obtain Pennsylvania State Police and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Registry clearances for the purposes of employment as required by law. Moving forward, the provider will review each clearance submitted by a prospective employee to ensure that it is up to date and for the purposes of employment.
2019-06-27 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during inspection that the floor tiles were broken and loose in the pre-school upstairs bathroom entrance. The rug at the entrance to the pre-school upstairs bathroom was frayed, loose and presented a trip hazard.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Floor tiles will be repaired and entrance strip will be applied to cover rug to prevent trip hazard. Moving forward, the director will conduct a safety walk through of the facility on a weekly basis and repairs completed immediately as needed. Staff will also be instructed that any damages observed should be work-ordered immediately for repairs.
2018-06-13 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A ripped mat with exposed stuffing was observed in use in the toddler space. Several ripped mats were observed in use in the preschool space.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have removed all mats with tears or holes. Teachers and staff have been instructed to remove all mats from classroom when they can no longer be repaired. They will be replaced at that time with new mats.
2018-06-13 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Flaking paint was observed in the preschool space at the door leading to outside exit. .

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Floors will be sanded and repainted. We did temporarily scrap paint and place an area rug to cover space. Flaking paint is not visible or accessible to children.
2018-06-13 Renewal 3270.94(f) - Post evacuation routes Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The evacuation route posted in the preschool space does not correctly identify the nearest Emergency exit. The posted route only identifies the main building exit.

Correction Required: Evacuation routes shall be posted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Preschool room poster have been updated to locate nearest emergency exit. All exits will now be evaluated every 30 days to ensure accuracy
2018-01-09 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.175(b) - Used by all occupants Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/18, staff 2 admitted that several times when it was very cold, 6 children were picked up in a vehicle containing 4 seatbelts other than the one for the driver.

Correction Required: Safety restraints installed in the vehicle at the time of manufacturing shall be used by all occupants.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Effective immediately, all occupants in a vehicle will use an age appropriate, properly installed safety restraint. At no time will children be allowed to ride in a vehicle without a properly installed, age appropriate safety restraint. If the number of children exceed the restraints in a vehicle, staff and children will walk to and from the center in appropriately sized groups.
2018-01-09 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.37(c) - Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 1/9/18, owner admitted that staff persons 1 and 4 both qualify as aides and were permitted to pick up children from school without supervision of a staff person qualifying as an assistant group supervisor or higher.

Correction Required: An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Effectively immediately, Aides will not be unsupervised with children and will not pick up children alone. Owner is actively seeking qualified staff and will either suspend transportation or contract with a transportation provider.
2017-07-20 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Stuffed chair in childcare space had a hole with exposed stuffing.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Chair has been repaired. All equipment in child care spaces will be clean and in good repair.
2017-07-20 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Blankets are not labeled for individual use and are stored together,

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Each child has their own blanket and they are stored separately, Rest equipment will not be shared between children and staff will know how to identify which blanket belongs to a specific child and blankets will be stored separately.
2017-06-14 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person 1 has not submitted FBI fingerprint clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Person #1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 will submit for FBI clearance 6/15/17 and will not work in child care position. All staff will submit clearances before starting provisional hire period.
2017-06-14 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Window in 3rd floor childcare space is cracked and glass is displaced presenting a cutting hazard to the children. Mounted gate rom infant space is 7inches above floor, allowing children to crawl under and / or become trapped.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cracked glass has been covered pending full repair. Gate has been lowered and children can no longer get under gate. Childcare space shall be free from hazards.
2017-06-14 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.78/3270.113(a) - Lighting/Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During nap time, observed child care spaces in infant, toddler, and preschool area so dark that children were not visible. Lights were off to encourage sleeping but Staff unable to see and assess children due to lack of natural or artificial light in childcare spaces. Corrected during inspection.

Correction Required: Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
During nap time, staff will use lighting on opposite side of childcare space so that they can see and assess children. Children will be visible at all times.
2017-01-04 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Three year old was left alone sleeping on a mat in his classroom. Staff gave varying accounts on how long the child was unsupervised from 15-30 minutes.

Correction Required: 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 maintaining copies of the documentation to be provided to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning upon request for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will now count each child every 30 minutes along with having each child's id to be aware of each child that being counted since child are coming and going at various times. The count are recorded on an approved sheet by DHS. Staff will going forward always check id with count to be sure both are accurate
2017-01-04 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Three year old was left alone sleeping on a mat in his classroom. Staff gave varying accounts on how long the child was unsupervised from 15-30 minutes. Staff #1 was not physically present with her children and did not know the whereabouts of all the children in her group.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
staff will now be responsible to for carry the id of each child they are counting to ensure they are aware of their count and are counting the right children. We will now id each child when enrolled we have also id each child enrolled which took approximately a week since some children don't come everyday. We should have every child's id by Monday. As we go forward we will utilize the ids to assist our counts as well as remove and add ids when children come and leave the center

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