Description: For over 50 years we have offered programs and services that provide the building blocks necessary to create a strong foundation for the healthy development of children and the formation of nurturing and healthy parent-child relationships
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, as the provider may have already addressed some or all issues. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2019-12-17 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#5 contained immunization records which lacked documentation of having received the influenza vaccine within the past 12 months. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation will be requested from parents. Going forward, parents will provide updated immunization records or a written exemption will be on file. |
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| 2019-12-17 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained clearances which were not renewed within the required 60-month time period. The file contained the following; a state police clearance obtained on 6-17-14 and renewed on 11-12-19, a child abuse clearance obtained on 7-1-14 and updated on 11-18-19. and an FBI clearance obtained on 7-3-14 and updated on 11-13-19. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Clearance for staff #1 are now current. Staff #1 was removed from a child care position immediately after the expired clearances were noticed. Going forward, all staff will have valid clearances on file at all times. Files will be reviewed each year and a chart has been created to monitor due dates. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Loops were observed in the fraying carpet on the 2nd floor of the loft in the Senior Class. Holes were observed in the area rug in the restroom of the Senior Class. Both the loops and the holes create a tripping hazard. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The loops in the loft carpet were removed on the day of the inspection. New carpets will be ordered for the restrooms. In the future, the area rugs will be replaced when they get holes. The loft area will be checked for carpet loops and removed as necessary. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3270.72(b) - Screened | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Windows in the Junior Class lacked screens. Based on statements made by staff, the windows are used for ventilation. Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Screens are currently being repaired. At least one screen will be replaced as an immediate correction. In the future, windows will not be opened without screens in place. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Protruding nail heads were observed on the rear portion of the fence in the toddler playground. The nails are approximately 2 feet from the base of the fence and accessible to children. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The protruding nails were repaired. In the future, staff will check the fencing and items will be repaired as needed. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-5 contained original financial agreements. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents were given original agreements on 12-19-2017. To stay in compliance, parents will always be given the original agreement. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 contained a health assessment which was not updated within a 24-month period. The most recent health assessment on file is current. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 has a recent health assessment. To stay in compliance, all staff will have updated health assessments ever 24 months. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 included only one written reference. 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 will provide a written reference by 1-19-18. To stay in compliance all staff files will contain 2 written references. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, with a start date of 01-04-2017, lacked documentation of completing training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment. The file for staff #3, with a start date of 01-21-2016, lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training at initial employment or on an annual basis. Correction Required: 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 received emergency plan training on 1-2-18. To stay in compliance every staff person will receive emergency plan training at initial employment, on an annual basis and each time the plan is updated. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, with a start date of 01-04-2017, lacked a completed disclosure statement. The file for staff #3, with a start date of 01-21-2016, lacked a completed disclosure statement and lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 signed a disclosure statement on 12-19-17. Staff #3 signed disclosure statement on 1-2-18 and will complete mandated reporter training by 1-19-2018. To stay in compliance, the operator will have all new employees sign disclosure statements prior to starting and complete mandated reporter training within 90 days. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit in the older toddler room did not contain scissors. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Scissors were put back in the kit on 12-19-17. To stay in compliance all first aid kits will be complete and contain all items. |
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| 2017-12-19 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was observed in the outdoor play space on the portion of the black fence that faces the street. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Peeling paint on the black fence was sanded down and is no longer peeling. To stay in compliance the fence will be scraped, sanded and painted as needed. |
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