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North Wales Academy

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
13 E Price St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
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📞 (215) 844-2285
13 E Price St
Philadelphia, PA 19144
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Active License
License Number
CER-00253621
License Issued
Mar 28, 2026
Active Through
Mar 28, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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NORTH WALES ACADEMY is a Child Care Center in PHILADELPHIA PA. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: On 7/1/26, continued noncompliance was observed from the inspection on 6/3/26 in that the records of staff person #1 did not contain a health assessment and the records of staff person # 6 did not contain a health assessment and record of screening for Tuberculosis.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The required health assessment for Staff Person #1 and the required health assessment and tuberculosis screening for Staff Person #6 have been obtained and placed in their personnel files. Staff members were not permitted to continue providing direct care until the required medical documentation was received and verified. All personnel files were reviewed to ensure current medical documentation is maintained.
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 7/1/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of experience prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1's personnel file was reviewed and updated to include verification of prior work experience as required by 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270. Documentation verifying the employee's experience prior to employment at KDAAS Academy has been obtained and placed in the personnel file. Administration reviewed the file to ensure all required employment documentation is complete and in compliance with licensing regulations.
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 7/1/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.)
The required health assessment for Staff Person #1 and the required health assessment and tuberculosis screening for Staff Person #6 have been obtained and placed in their personnel files. Staff members were not permitted to continue providing direct care until the required medical documentation was received and verified. All personnel files were reviewed to ensure current medical documentation is maintained.
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(h) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(h)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 7/1/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include health and safety training.

Correction Required: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under § 3270.31(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1 completed the required Health and Safety Training, and documentation of successful completion has been placed in the employee's personnel file. The personnel file was reviewed to verify that all required pre-service training documentation is complete and that the employee meets the training requirements of 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270.
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 7/1/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance, mandated reporter training, and the disclosure statement as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
During the unannounced inspection on 7/1/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance, mandated reporter training, and the disclosure statement as required by the CPSL
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 7/1/26, continued noncompliance was observed from the inspection on 6/3/26 in that the records of staff person #7 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations FBI clearance as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #7 was immediately removed from providing child care services until all required employment clearances are obtained in accordance with the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL). The required FBI Criminal History Clearance has been obtained and placed in the employee's personnel file prior to the employee returning to duties requiring contact with children. The employee will not be permitted to work independently or in any child care position until all required hiring documentation is complete and verified.
2026-06-03 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 6/3/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1 and staff person #7 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting. The records of staff persons #2, #3, #5, and #6 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All employee files were immediately reviewed to verify current health assessments and required tuberculosis screening documentation. Employees with missing or expired health assessments were removed from direct care and food preparation duties until a completed health assessment was received and placed in their personnel file. All required documentation has since been obtained or employees have been restricted from working until compliant.
2026-06-03 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(i) - Age Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: During the r-unannounced inspection on 6/3/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #7 did not include verification of age.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All personnel files were reviewed to verify proof of age. Missing age verification documentation was obtained and placed in the appropriate employee files. Employees with incomplete files were not permitted to work until the required documentation was received.
2026-06-03 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During Unannounced inspection on 6/3/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1, #2, #6, and #7 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All personnel files were reviewed to verify documentation of each employee's child care experience, education, and training. Missing documentation was requested and obtained from affected employees. Employees with incomplete records were not permitted to work until the required documentation was received and placed in their personnel file.
2026-06-03 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 6/3/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #2, #5, #6, and #7 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All personnel files were reviewed to verify that two written, nonfamily references were on file for each facility person. Missing references were obtained and added to the appropriate personnel files. Employees with incomplete hiring records were not permitted to continue working until the required references were received.
2026-06-03 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 6/3/26, it was observed that staff #2 & staff #5 were observed working alone without the proper clearances. The records of staff #2 did not contain The Child abuse clearance and the National Sex Offender registry certificate. The records of staff #5 did not contain the PA state police criminal clearance and the application for the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance as required by the CPSL for provisional hire. The records of staff person #6 did not contain the National Sex Offender registry certificate and the Child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL for provisional hire. The records of staff person #7 did not include the application for the federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance and the disclosure statement. The disclosure statement presented for staff persons #1, #2, #4 #5, and #6 did not include a witness signature.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2, #5, #6, & #7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Persons #2, #5, #6, and #7 were immediately removed from childcare duties until all required hiring documents and clearances are received and verified. The facility reviewed all personnel files to ensure each employee's record contains: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance FBI Criminal History Clearance (if applicable) CPSL Disclosure Statement Documentation of clearance requests (when applicable) Completed clearance results Effective immediately, provisional employees will not be permitted to work alone with children. They will remain within the immediate vicinity and under the direct supervision of a permanent employee at all times until all required clearances have been received and verified. Administrative staff implemented a hiring checklist to verify that all required employment documentation is completed before any employee is scheduled to work with children. Management will conduct monthly personnel file audits to ensure continued compliance with CPSL, Chapter 3490, and all OCDEL licensing requirements. Supervisory staff have been retrained on provisional hire requirements and the prohibition against allowing provisional employees to work unsupervised with children.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that there was no written plan for daily activities posted in Room 6.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written daily activity plan has been created and posted in Room 6.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3. and child #4 agreement was not signed by the operator.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator reviewed the files for children #1, #3, and #4 and signed the required parent agreements. Updated agreements were placed in the children's files.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The record for child #1 has been updated to include the physician's name, address, and telephone number.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of children #1 #2, #3, and #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The records for children #1, #2, #3, and #4 were updated to include the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection o n2/5/26, it was observed that the records of children #1, #2, and #3 did not include information on the child's special needs.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The records for children #1, #2, and #3 were updated with special needs information as provided by the parents.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of children #1, #2, and #3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The records of child #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The records for children #1, #2, #3, and #4 were updated to include the name, address, and phone number of individuals authorized to pick up the child.
2026-02-05 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: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26 Staff person #7 and staff person #9 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #7 & #9 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Part 1.

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 #7 and Staff person #9 were immediately removed from unsupervised supervision of children until the required pre-service training is completed. Staff have been instructed that they may not supervise children independently until all required Health and Safety trainings are completed.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, #2, #3, #6, #9, and #10 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Verification of childcare experience and training for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #6, and #9 was obtained and added to personnel files. Staff person #10 is no longer employed at the facility.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #7 and #10 did not 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. The records of staff person #5 did not include the results of initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. The records of staff person #9 did not include a written report of initial health assessment.

Correction Required: 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 #10 is no longer employed at the facility. Staff person #9 has scheduled a physical examination and TB documentation within the next 30 days and documentation will be placed in the personnel file upon completion.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #2, #4, #5, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Two written non-family references were obtained for staff persons #2, #4, #5, #7, #8, and #9 and placed in their personnel files.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that The records of staff persons #1 and #10 did not contain the National Sex Offender Registry clearance as required by the CPSL The records of staff persons #2 and #9 did not contain the disclosure statement as required by the CPSL The records of staff person #4 did not contain the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL The records of staff person #9 did not contain the Child Abuse clearance and the application for the Criminal record clearance as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Persons #1, #2, #4, #9, and #10 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 and Staff #4 are no longer employed at the facility. All remaining staff files were reviewed and updated to ensure all required clearances and documentation are on file.
2026-02-05 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/5/26, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in the older toddler space.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Protective outlet covers were immediately installed in all electrical outlets accessible to children in the older toddler classroom.
2025-09-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/9/25, it was observed that there was no documentation to verify that a fire drill was conducted in the last 60 days

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has submitted documentation that a fire drill was conducted.
2025-09-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/9/25 it was observed that there was no document to verify that the fire detection devices or systems were in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The company was contacted and reminded that they never sent the annual inspection report and the tag, tagged on the device wasn't enough verification. They were asked to send the annual inspection report immediately, which they did the following business day. As far as the fire extinguishers, the company Atomic was contacted right away and out the follow morning 9/10/25 to service all extinguishers.
2025-08-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff #1did not include verification of childcare experience, and education prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director called to verify previous employers and calculated experience hours. Staff person #1 is no longer working with children.
2025-08-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include a written report of initial health assessment, including the results of tuberculin skin tests, x-rays.

Correction Required: 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.)
The staff was removed from facility until a current health assessment was provided. Director stepped in as current teacher. Staff person #1 is no longer working with children.
2025-08-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
During the staff lunch break, the director called to verify the references assuring they were not related. Staff person #1 is no longer working with children.
2025-08-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include a Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and State Police Criminal record clearance or applications for as required by the CPSL for provisional hire.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has obtained the required clearances
2025-08-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.37(c) - Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(c)

Description: Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that staff person #1(aide) was not being supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

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.)
The aide was assigned to a lead teacher. Staff person is no longer working with children
2025-05-09 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: During the unannounced inspection on 5/9/25, staff person # 1 and staff person #2 were 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 & CPR, Health & Safety Part 1, and Mandated Reporter training). Staff person # 2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Pediatric First Aid & CPR, and an acceptable combination of Health & Safety training).

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 will be supervised at all times while caring for children until the required paperwork is completed. Staff will continue working on completing all necessary health and safety requirements
2025-05-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 5/9/25 it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of age.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of staff proof of age was placed in file.
2025-05-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 5/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience, and education prior to service at the facility. The records of staff #2 did not include verification of childcare experience.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of verification of childcare experience and education has been placed in staffs file.
2025-05-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 5/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment and the results of tuberculin skin tests. The records of staff person #2 did not include an initial health assessment.

Correction Required: 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 has a scheduled appointment to receive initial health assessment and TB skin tests.
2025-05-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 5/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff file has been updated and a copy of 2 nonfamily references has been placed in the file
2025-05-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 5/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the application for the PA State Police clearance. The records of staff person #2 did not include verification of applications for the Federal bureau of Investigations, and or PA State Police clearances and an acceptable Child Abuse clearance for an AGS.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 & #2 may not work n a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has completed PA state Police clearance. Staff will not work with children until all required paperwork is complete
2025-03-04 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: During the renewal inspection on 3/4/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain an updated fire safety training. Document dated 2/29/24 respectively.

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.)
Staff has taken updated fire safety training.
2025-03-04 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 3/4/25, it was observed that there was a broken toilet cover in first floor bathroom. There was condensation on walls in hallway causing the wall to crumble on to the floor. There was a hole in the wall outside front door in the foyer. There was a broken wall in the indoor play space near floor.

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.)
Repairs and clean-up have been made to all affected areas. Photos submitted
2024-10-02 Initial review Initial review Compliant - Finalized
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.101(a) - Age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was not sufficient amount of materials (tables and chairs) in both classrooms front and back of third floor to preclude long waits for use. Also, play equipment and materials were not appropriate to the developmental needs or school age children in both classrooms on third floor.

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure sufficient amount of materials that are age appropriate to the needs of school age children will be purchased and placed in classrooms on the third as required. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.101(c)(2) - Cognitive development Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Play equipment and materials in both third floor classrooms did not include toys and materials for cognitive development of school age children.

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials shall include toys and materials for cognitive development.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that the play equipment and materials are purchased for cognitive development of school age children; including both third floor classrooms. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was no written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for 3rd floor both classrooms (school age children).

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that written Plan of Daily Activities be posted as required. Schedule will include activities and time for free time. Including school age children. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 5 signed child # 9 out of school but did not take the child. During pickup by the parent staff person who signed child out could not tell the parent where the child was located for over 1 hour.

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. 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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that all children are supervised at all times, Including during school transportation. This will be maintained at all times. In addition all staff will receive tow hours of supervision training as required.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 file did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Agreement for child #2 has been corrected as required. The LE has created a policy for management to assure that agreement are completed, Including the fee amount and day / week for fee to be paid.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 did not have updated service report in file

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.)
Service report for child #3 has been completed and placed on file. The LE has created a policy to assure that the service reports are completed in a timely manner and on file as required
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child # 8 did not have emergency contact form on file during the inspection

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact forms for child #8 is on file as required. Also the LE has developed a policy for management to assure that an emergency contact from is on file for all children.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child did not contain how facility was going to contact parent or who would remain with the child until the parents arrived

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan for identifying the means of transformation for emergency care remains posted in all classrooms as required and "In accordance to chapter 3270.124(e)".
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Children 2, 3, and 4 agreement and emergency contact forms were not update in a 6 month period

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 2,3, and 4 emergency contact forms have been updated and on file as required. Also, the LE has developed a policy for management to assure that all emergency contact forms are completed in it's entirety including 6 month of update.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #7 did not have a valid health assessment. Assessment on file expired on 9/29/2017.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #7 health assessment on file as required. The LE will assure that all staff have a current health assessment on file as required and at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written notification of safe routes are posted in a conspicuous location ib the facility - Parent information board. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Children 5, 6 , and 7 did not have copies of reports of their injuries kept in a file at the facility.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All incidents reports related to accidents m injuries and illness have been placed in the facility file as well as the child's individual file. This will be maintained at all times and a policy develops for the aforementioned.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility's did not have current certificate of compliance posted or DHS contact information

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 LE has posted the certificate of compliance as required, including contact information for OCDEL SE Region. This will me maintained at all times
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when arises/Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility do not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The required emergency plan has been developed and posted as required. The plan includes a method to contact parents when an emergency arises and when it ends. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 & 7 did not obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 & 7 have complete the required annual 6 hours child care training as required. The LE will ensure that all staff have their required annual 6 hours childcare training on file at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #7 & 8 did not have fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.)
The LE will ensure that all staff persons have their annual Fire Safety training as required. Including staff person #7 and this will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 3 & 9 does not have an National Sex Offender Registry clearance on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Provider must ensure staff #3 & 9 complete clearances

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that all staff have required CPSL clearances on file as required , including National Sex Offender Registry Clearances. This will be maintained at all times. Staff person #3 & 4
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The older toddler room was over ratio with 12 older toddlers being supervised with 1 staff person, the ratio is one staff to 6 Older toddlers.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure staff child ratios at all times, including the toddler room, In additional, upon approval, the staff child ratio form will be submitted as required, and will be maintained by LE at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.55(a) - Toddler and preschool children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: 12 children were in the room with 1 teacher Children were not in a resting position during nap time in the Pre-K classroom located on the 2nd floor in the rear. Children were playing, running and hiding from one another and the teacher.

Correction Required: The staff: child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that staff child ratios are maintained at all times, including naptime.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.61(h) - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility exceeded capacity for measured Indoor play space. Capacity measured for 7 children was used for 11 children.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that all measured childcare space do not exceed it's capacity , including indoor play space. This will be
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Trash can lid was missing in 3rd floor front class classroom which contained used facial tissues.

Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will continue to ensure that all trach cans that have been contaminated by "human secretions or excrement" have a trash can lid as required, in a closed, plastic lined receptacles. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: First aid kit is missing for back classroom 3rd floor

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that all childcare spaces have the required first aid Kits. This includes rear classroom on the third floor. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: First Aid kit was on the table and accessible to the school age children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE entity will assure that all first aid kits are inaccessible to children at all times. Including the school age children.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: First aid kit in front classroom were missing scissors, tape, and adhesive bandages. First aid travel kit for 3rd floor was missing tape.

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.)
The LE will assure that all first aid kits are completed as required at all times. Including scissors, tape and bandages. This will maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.75(d) - On excursions Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility persons on an excursion from the facility did not contain a bottle of water.

Correction Required: One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at 3270.75(c).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that all first aid kits going on excursions, will have a bottle of water as required. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Certification representative observed during inspection that floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces in both classrooms (front and back) of the 3rd floor and bathroom in 3rd floor were not kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

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.)
The LE will ensure that floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces will be kept clean in good repair and free of hazards. Including the third floor and it's bathrooms, This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Trash can was missing in 3rd floor bathroom

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.)
The LE will assure that all bathrooms, including the third floor bathroom, have a clean, lidded waste receptacle. This will be maintained at all times.
2020-02-25 Renewal 3270.94(b) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Fire drill logs were not held every 60 days as required. The last fire drill noted was 12/24/2019

Correction Required: A written record shall be kept of the date, the time of day, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, the names of facility persons and the number of children participating in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The LE will assure that fire drills are completed at a minimum every 60 days and documented on fire drill log as required. This will be maintained at all times.
2019-03-05 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/5/19 certification representative observed a protruding strip at the bottom of the cubbies at the front of the SA room on the third floor.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have protruding strip repaired and conduct weekly inspections to ensure that all furniture is in good repair at all times.
2019-03-05 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/5/19 certification representative checked the hot water temperature at all sinks accessible to children. The hot water in the first floor play space measured 121.2 degrees F; infant room measured 128.5 degrees F; infant/YT measured 126.5 degrees F; OT measured 132.4 degrees F; Pre K measured 133.5 degrees F; SA measured 131.2 degrees F; first floor bathroom measured 121.8 degrees F; 2nd floor bathroom right measured 135.0 degrees F and 2nd floor bathroom left measured 141.1 degrees F.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will either regulate hot water temperature that is accessible to children so that it does not exceed 110 degrees F. If unable to regulate the hot water temperature provider will turn the hot water off at sinks that are used by the children.
2019-03-05 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/5/19 certification representative observed that the 2 rear windows in the 3rd floor school age space had plexi-glass that was pushed in and the windows were off the track.

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.)
Provider will have the two windows repaired and conduct weekly inspections of all building surfaces and make repairs as needed.
2019-01-09 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 1/9/19 certification representative reviewed the file of staff # 1. File contained one of the two required written nonfamily references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider stated that staff # 1 has the reference in an email and will print it out and place in staff # 1's file. Provider will ensure that all employees provide 2 written nonfamily references before beginning employment and references will be on file at all times.
2018-08-20 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A child was injured at the park. Staff provided several different versions of what happened.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure that children are supervised at all times.
2018-08-20 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Children and staff were at a park off the facility premises. Staff # 1 stated that she was not assigned responsibility for supervision of a specific group of children.

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.)
Provider will ensure that all staff are assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person will know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person will be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
2018-03-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 (hired 1/3/13) did not have updated child abuse (1/30/13) and FBI clearance (1/18/13) documented in her record.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility 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 is currently in the process of renewing her child abuse and FBI clearances. She will be removed from care with children until these required clearances are obtained and documented in her record as required per regulations. In the future, an audit of staff files shall be completed regularly to ensure that all staff have current clearances recorded in their files as required with CPSL.
2017-02-03 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #1-4 did not have current child service reports signed by the parent and staff documented in the facility.

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.)
The parents of child #1-4 shall all have child service reports documented and signed by both the parent and staff person completing the assessments.
2017-02-03 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 1 (hired 1/18/17) did not have two non-family references documented in their record.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person`s suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 shall be required to provide two non-family references that attest to her suitablity to serve as a facility person in child care center.
2017-02-03 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During time of inspection, a staff person in the infant room did not wash the hands of the child she had diapered until prompted by cert. rep. In addition, the sink in the 1st floor toddler room did not have the hand washing requirement posted.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director shall review diapering and hand washing requirement with all during next staff meeting. Staff shall sign an attendance sheet it shall be submitted to regional cert rep as proof of completion. The hand washing requirement has been posted in the young toddler room and shall remain posted as requried per regulations.

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