Abc Kiddie Kampus Inc - Pittston PA Child Care Center

3 MILL ST , PITTSTON PA 18640
(570) 655-1012

About the Provider

Description: At ABC Kiddie Kampus we do our best to create an environment that entices a funand stimulating atmosphere. We realize that a child's early years are crucial tolifelong learning. Our high-quality centers strive to lay the building blocks for your child's future

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00181142
  • Capacity: 90
  • State Rating: 4
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, Spanish
  • Schools Served: Pittston Area
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 11
  • District Office Phone: (570) 704-5333 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-10-02 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility and physical site review was conducted. A turtle sandbox was found in the outdoor play area and the shell was cracked. A gray climber with a red slide was also in the outdoor play area that the platform had a cracked top. An small orange basketball hoop was also found in the outdoor play area and a pole was broken off of the top rim.

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 broken basketball toy and turtle shell from the sandbox were removed from the play area. The climber broken areas were covered with appropriate tape and these broken areas were not exposed to children. In the future, all toys and equipment will remain in good repair at all times.
2020-10-02 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection occurred at the facility and a review of staff files was conducted. Staff file # 1 had mandated reporter training dated for 5/11/15. Staff # 1 did not update this training until 6/18/20. This training was not updated every 60 months per CPSL. Staff file # 2 had a state police clearance dated for 2/9/15 and Staff # 1 did not update this clearance until 10/5/20. Staff file # 2 also had an FBI clearance dated for 1/13/15 and Staff # 2 did not update this clearance until 1/21/20. Staff # 2 did not update these clearances every 60 months per CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. CPSL requires clearances and mandated reporter training to be updated every 60 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff were suspended until the updated clearances were received. In the future, clearances and mandated reporter training will be initially taken and updated per CPSL.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THERE IS ALBUTEROL THAT EXPIRED 3/15/17 ACCORDING TO THE PRESCRIPTION BY MEDICAL PROVIDER.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer`s or health professional`s instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
THE ALBUTEROL WAS DISCARDED AS CHILD IS NO LONGER ENROLLED. IN THE FUTURE THE DIRECTOR WILL REMIND STAFF TO CHECK MEDICATION EXPIRATIONS WEEKLY.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3270.134(b) - Towels labeled and laundered Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: WASH CLOTHS TO DRY THE CHILDRENS HANDS IN THE YOUNG TOTS CLASS ARE NOT LABELED WITH A CHILD'S NAME.

Correction Required: Cloth towels and washcloths shall be labeled with the child`s name, used by only the named child and laundered weekly. The director shall arrange a laundry schedule with the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
WASH CLOTHS WILL BE PLACED IN EACH CHILD'S LABELED BIN, AT THE END OF THE DAY ALL WASH CLOTHES ARE LAUNDERED DAILY. IN THE FUTURE THE DIRECTOR WILL REMIND STAFF TO MAKE SURE ALL WASHCLOTHS ARE PLACED IN THE CHILDS LABELED BIN WITH THEIR NAME.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE FACILITY DOES NOT HAVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REACHING THE REGIONAL DAY CARE OFFICE POSTED AT THE SAME LOCATION WITH THE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE AND REGULATIONS.

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 1-800-222-2108 REGIONAL DAYCARE NUMBER WAS LISTED ON THE REGULATIONS. IN THE FUTURE THE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THE REGIONAL OFFICE CONTACT NUMBER REMAINS POSTED AT ALL TIMES WITH THE REGULATIONS AND CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THERE IS TOXIC DEODORANT IN A CHILDS BACK PACK IN THE 3 YEAR OLD PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM, THAT SAYS " KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN". THE BACK PACK IS ACCESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN.

Correction Required: 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.)
THE DEODORANT WAS REMOVED FROM THE BACK PACK, LABELED AND PLACED IN A LOCKED CABINET. THE DEODORANT WILL BE RETURNED TO PARENT. IN THE FUTURE THE DIRECTOR WILL REMIND ALL PARENTS THAT TOXICS HAVE TO BE IN A LOCKED CABINET AT FACILITY.

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