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Beautiful Beginnings Childcare II

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
8120 BUSTLETON AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19152
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Capacity
57 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
3

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📞 (215) 745-5350
8120 BUSTLETON AVE
Philadelphia, PA 19152
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00256658
License Issued
Jun 6, 2026
Active Through
Jun 6, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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Beautiful Beginnings Childcare Center is dedicated to providing a safe, healthy, educational and fun environment.  We strive for exceptional childcare, setting a Beautiful Beginning to your child's future.

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
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the kitchen refrigerator thermometer was observed to be not working.

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.)
A new thermometer was put in the refrigerator.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #1 and 2 did not include the health insurance policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The children's insurance information was added to the emergency contact.
2026-03-19 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: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact for child #5 was last reviewed 7/22/25 and did not include a 6 month review.

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.)
The child's emergency contact will be updated.
2026-03-19 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: At the time of the inspection, the health assessment for child #4 did not include at statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.

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 have requested that the family provide the health assessment on the approved form to include the necessary statement.
2026-03-19 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: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include a health assessment.

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 #5 is no longer employed with the facility as of 5/15/26.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement for child #1 was dated 3/18/25, for child #3 was dated 9/2/25, for child #4 was dated 7/22/25 and for child #5 was dated 8/22/25 did not include a 6 month review.

Correction Required: 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.)
The agreement will be updated for the children listed.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency drill log documentation was not observed.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Drill Log was added to the Emergency Plan Binder stored in the office.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-5 did not include the annual emergency plan training.

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 prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will be trained in the Emergency Plan annually. They will sign the training log in the emergency plan.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include the pediatric cpr and first aid training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #5 is no longer employed with the facility as of 5/15/26.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #2, 3, & 4 did not include the annual 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete the approved Fire Safety PD.
2026-03-19 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: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1-5 did not include the updated disclosure statement. The file of staff #3 included a state police clearance dated 7/23/20, a child abuse clearance dated 7/27/20, DHS FBI clearance dated 7/25/20 and a NSOR clearance dated 8/17/20. The file of staff #1 included a NSOR clearance dated 7/28/20. The file of staff #5 did not include a DHS FBI and NSOR clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, 3 & 5 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility until a state police, child abuse, DHS FBI and NSOR clearances for staff #3, a NSOR clearance for staff #1 and DHS FBI and NSOR clearances for staff #5 and results are obtained. A facility's person record shall include a copy of the completed clearance information required under CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All files will be replaced by the new Disclosure Form. Clearances for staff will be submitted.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #2 & 3 did not include a staff evaluation.

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 evaluations will be completed annually.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Associate's + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Associate's + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #4 and 5 did not include the verification of child care experience.

Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will have proof of experience in their files.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #5 did not include verification of education.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proof of education will be in the staff's filies.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed on the baseboards of the infant room and the preschool window sill near the window air conditioning unit.

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.)
Woodwork will be re-painted.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the fire drill log documentation was not observed.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Fire Drill Log will be stored in the Emergency Plan Binder in the Office
2025-08-12 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include a child service report.

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 development data is recorded in Teaching Strategies Gold and shared with the families. This information will be printed and stored in the child's files.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #4 and #6 did not include consent by a parent for emergency medical care,

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of child #4 and #6 provided consent for emergency medical care.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health insurance information was added to the child's file.
2025-03-17 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: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact 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.)
Addresses for the persons to whom a child may be released have been added.
2025-03-17 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: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact review for child #1 was dated 9/16/24, the emergency contact review for child #2 was dated 3/20/24, the emergency contact review for child #3 was dated 5/1/24, the emergency contact review for child #4 was dated 7/10/24, the emergency contact review for child #5 was dated 10/4/24 and the emergency contact review for child #6 was dated 4/11/24.

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.)
Child number 2's emergency contact was updated and submitted for review.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1, #4 and #5 did not include an initial health assessment.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The updated health assessments are being collected and submitted to the inspector. If the families do not submit the health assessment by the required date they will need to be excused from care until the appropriate paperwork is received.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the initial health assessment for child #3 was dated 11/24/23 and the initial health assessment for child #6 was dated 8/2/23.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Families of children 3 and 6 were informed to get an updated health assessment. These will be submitted upon receipt. If we do not receive by deadline given, the child will be removed from care until the updated health assessment is received.
2025-03-17 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: At the time of the inspection, the shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy did not include prevention and child maltreatment.

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.)
The prevention and child maltreatment policy will be combined with the shaken baby syndrome policy.
2025-03-17 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: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include the health and safety 1 hour update 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 member will complete the health and safety 1 hour update training.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not include an initial Mantoux Test and a health assessment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 health assessment for staff member 3 will be submitted to the inspector.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 and #4 did not include a health assessment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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.)
Updated health assessments were obtained and submitted to inspector.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement for child #1 was dated 10/5/23, the financial agreement for child #2 was dated 3/20/24, the financial agreement for child #3 was dated 1/2/24, the financial agreement for child #4 was dated 7/10/24, the financial agreement for child #5 was dated 10/4/24 and the financial agreement for child #6 was dated 8/29/23.

Correction Required: 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.)
The financial agreements were updated and submitted to the inspector.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact of child #6 did not include consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact for child number 6 is updated with the appropriate signature. This was sent to the inspector.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #2 and #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references. The file of staff person #3 included 1 written, nonfamily 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All needed nonfamily references will be submitted to the inspector for review and maintained in the employee's file.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 provided their Pediatric CPR & First Aid training certificate.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 and #4 did not include a staff evaluation.

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.)
Provider included a staff evaluation for staff person #1 and #4.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the files of staff person #2, #3 and #4 did not include the verification of child care experience.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will send the verification of child care experience to inspector.
2025-03-17 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, sanitizing spray and wipes were observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children in the caterpillar's room. In the dragonfly room 3 sanitizing wipe canisters and 2 disinfectant spray bottles were observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site.

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.)
Provider removed a sanitizing spray and wipes from the caterpillar's room and 3 sanitizing wipe canisters and 2 disinfectant sprays bottles from the dragonfly room.
2024-04-17 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the pre-school classroom was unable to identify their primary care groups.

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.)
Pre-school teachers will learn and know their assigned primary care groups.
2024-04-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 4-17-24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 1 PCP information was missing from his child record.

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.)
Provider will add child # 1 PCP information to child's record.
2024-04-17 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: On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #1,#2, #3, and #4 child records emergency contact form does not include name, address and telephone number 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.)
Provider will obtain the release persons information for children records #1, #2, #3 and #4.
2024-04-17 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the infant room did not include an infant feeding schedule for each infant.

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.)
Provider will obtain and post an infant feeding schedules for all infants.
2024-04-17 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: On 4/17/24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2 record did not have an updated agreement and emergency contact form.

Correction Required: 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.)
Provider will obtain and updated agreement and emergency contact form for child #3.
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not include an updated emergency contact. Document dated 9/22/22.

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.)
Families will provide updated emergency contact information every 6 months and whenever information changes.
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/22, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not contain an updated health report at least every 12 months. Documents dated 10/20/2020 and 11/8/2021 respectively.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 has an updated health assessment that has been added to the file. Child #3 is working to get proper documentation and file will be updated.
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.131(e)(4) - Annual immunization reporting to DOH Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(4)

Description: Annual immunization reporting to DOH

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements and there was no exemption letter in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Families will obtain vaccination records from their pediatricians.
2023-04-19 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 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3 and staff person #5 did not contain the required health and safety 1-hour update.

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.)
All staff will complete the required Health and Safety update PD.
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person # 4 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting.

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 member #4 was terminated. They are not a candidate for rehire
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not contain an updated emergency contact information and financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period. Documents dated 4/7/2022 and 4/4/2022 respectively.

Correction Required: 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.)
Families will update emergency contacts and agreements every 6 months.
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete required trainings upon hire during probationary period. CPR/First Aid is scheduled for all staff to renew and new staff to complete certification.
2023-04-19 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 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated State Police Criminal clearance as required by the CPSL. Document dated 4/18/18. The records of staff person #4 did not contain the application for the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance as required by the CPSL. It was observed that the Disclosure statements for staff person #1 and staff person #5 were dated 4/17/18 and 4/20/17 respectively..

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 & #4 may not work in a childcare 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #1 updated the clearance that expired the week of the inspection. Staff member #4 was terminated. Staff will no longer be employed and is not considered for rehire. Disclosures were updated.
2023-04-19 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #3 did not include a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #1 and #3 had their written evaluations added to their employee files.
2022-09-06 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2022-04-13 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an updated health report-reported dated 9/2020

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's file will have a health assessment updated annually
2022-04-13 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed the records of facility person #2 did not contain an updated health record

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.)
Provider obtained an updated Health record for facility person #2's file
2022-04-13 Renewal 3270.21/3270.95(a) - General Health and Safety/Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.95(a)

Description: General Health and Safety/Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that the fire Extinguishers were tagged with a date of January 2021

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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.)
Provider scheduled an inspection and all fire extinguishers were inspected and tagged on 4/14/2022
2022-04-13 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, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include an updated fire safety 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.)
Provider completed the fire safety training and it was entered into the record
2022-04-13 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that the ceiling tiles in the Dragonflies room were brown stained

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 tile will be replaced in the bathroom. Floors walls, ceilings and other surfaces ill be checked regularly for compliance
2022-04-13 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/13/22, it was observed that there was a trash can in the bathroom of the Dragonflies room with no working hands free lid

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.)
Trashcan in Dragonflies classroom bathroom has been replaced with hands free trash can with a hands free lid

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