Bright Star Learning Center
Quick Facts
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Bright Star Learning Center. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Reason | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-28 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: In the Infant room there was Infant Tylenol that had an expiration date of 7/2025. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The outdated Infant Tylenol in the Infant room was disposed of immediately upon discovering it was outdated. |
|||
| 2026-01-28 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.71 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs preschool rooms is baseboard heating with metal mesh covers accessible to children. When the mesh cover was quickly touched in Preschool room 3 it was extremely hot to touch and left a red mark on the certification representative's finger. Preschool 1 room's metal heater covers temperature was 297 degrees F and Preschool 2 room's metal cover was 289 degrees F. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Furniture was re-arranged to ensure the heat source was inaccessible to the children. |
|||
| 2026-01-28 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler 1 and 2 room there were multiple areas of peeling paint. 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.) Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classrooms were painted in the areas where paint was chipped. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 3 room there were cracked magna tiles not in good repair. In the toddler 2 room there was a cracked bin with rough edges that contained train tracks. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cracked magna tiles in the Pre K 3 classroom were removed and disposed of. The cracked bin in the toddler 2 classroom was removed and disposed of. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 2 room the middle child cubbies along the wall was unstable when touched. 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.) The cubbies in the Pre K 2 classroom were attached to the wall for stability. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 did not contain 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 emergency contact information for Child #1 was updated to include the special needs information from the child's parent. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: Child #1's, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 4/1/24 and 6/6/25 which are more than 12 months apart. 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 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 #1 had their latest health assessment on 6/06/25. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 3 room there was a prescription Albuterol inhaler without the prescription label. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the Pre K 3 classroom, the Albuteral inhaler without the prescription label was removed from the classroom. Parent was contacted and informed that the prescription label was required. Parent provided the prescription label. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: In the toddler 1 room was Infant Ibuprofen that had an expiration of 7/2025. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In the toddler 1 classroom the outdated Ibuprofen was removed from the classroom. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.135(b) Description: Surfaces cleaned Noncompliance Area: In the toddler 2 room under the diapering mat was dirt and debris. Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The diaper changing surface in the Toddler 2 classroom was cleaned and sanitized. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | 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: The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 were dated 7/17/21 and 11/2/23, more than 24 months apart. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 had their last health assessment on 11/2/23. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.182(4) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.182(4) Description: Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 did not contain parental consent for administration for medication or special dietary needs. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file for Child#1 was updated and signed by the parent for medication administration and special dietary needs. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | 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: In the Pre-K 2 room a protective outlet cover was missing near the water table. 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 receptacle cover was placed in the electrical outlet. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 2 room there was hand sanitizer on the cubbies next to the sink that stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The hand sanitizer on the cubbies in the Pre K 2 classroom was removed from the classroom. |
|||
| 2025-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9) Description: Written record Noncompliance Area: The facility's fire drill log did not contain the names of the facility persons that participated in the fire drill. It only contained the number of people that participated in the fire drill. 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 was corrected to include the names of the facility staff that participated in the fire drill. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In Pre-K 2 room there were cracked magna tiles not in good repair and with rough edges. In Pre- K 3 room a Building Block with the trains had peeling paint along the edges. In the Pre-K 1 room was a cracked clear bin with sharp edges that contained play dough. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Magna tiles were removed from Pre K 2, a building block was removed from Pre K 3, and a cracked clear bin was removed from Pre K 1. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: The toddler 1 room did not have a posted daily schedule. 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 plan of daily activities was immediately posted in Toddler 1. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | 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: The file for child #1 did not contain 2 addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The file for child #4 did not contain 1 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 parent of child # 1 and parent of child # 4 were contacted to complete the emergency contact forms to include addresses of person to whom the children may be released |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5's two most recent review dates for the emergency contact form are 2/22/24 and 9/4/24 which is more than 6 months apart. 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 was on vacation out of the state for approximately one month. Parent signed upon return |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | 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: The file for child #1 contained an initial health assessment dated 11/5/19 which was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). The file for child #4 contained an initial health assessment dated 3/15/22 which was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health Assessments are currently up to date. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The only health assessment on file for child #2, an infant age child(See LIS Code Sheet), is dated 12/11/23 which is more than 6 months prior. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. 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 had Health assessment dated 7/11/2024 that parent did not return to us. Parent was notified and returned the updated health assessment. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 10/12/22 and 12/5/23, more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for child #3, an older toddler age child(See LIS Code Sheet), is dated 5/15/23 which is more than 12 months prior. The two most recent health assessments on file for child #4, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 11/15/22 and 12/12/23 which is more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for child #5, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), are dated 11/6/22 and 3/13/24 which are more than 12 months apart. 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 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 # 1 received health assessment on 12/5/2023, Child # 3 is unable to see pediatrician for health assessment until 11/13/2024. This is due to waiting for medical records from doctor that retired. Child # 4 received health assessment on 12/12/2023. Child # 5 received health assessment on 3/13/2024. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #2, an infant age child(See LIS Code Sheet), includes 2 of 3 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age and 2 of 3 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #5, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), includes 1 of 3 Hepatitis B vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; includes 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 4 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 2 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 0 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 2, an infant has received the recommended vaccines. Parent of Child # 5 has informed Bright Star that she has strong objections to vaccinating her child. Letter will be attached and will be placed into the child's file. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: In the toddler 1 room was mupirocin that did not have a parent's written consent for administration. In the infant room was Infant Tylenol and Heartlyn Infants Ibuprofen Concentrated Drops that did not have a parent's written consent for administration. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Mupirocin was removed from the classroom and returned to the parent. The Infant Tylenol and Infant Ibuprofen Concentrated drops were removed from the Infant classroom until the notes from parents and medication logs were completed. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations. 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.) A policy was written to address the Continuity of Operations |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | 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: The file for staff #6 contained an initial health assessment dated 11/5/22 which is after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff #2's two most recent health assessments are dated 7/19/20 and 11/23/22 which is more than 24 months apart. 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.) All Staff Health assessments are up to date at this time. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | 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: The file for child #5's two most recent review dates for the financial agreement are 2/22/24 and 9/4/24 which is more than 6 months apart. 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.) Parent reviewed Emergency Contact Form and financial agreement and signed on 9/4/2024 |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: In the Pre- K 2 room the power cord for the TV was not secured and hanging down causing a strangulation hazard to the children in care. In the Pre- K 3 room the power cord for the TV and window air conditioning unit were not secured and hanging down causing a strangulation hazard to the children in care. Correction Required: 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 power cord for the smart board in Pre K 2 was secured by a strap behind the smart board to prevent strangulation hazard. The power cord for the air conditioner in Pre K 3 was secured to the wall with duct tape to prevent a strangulation hazard. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.27(d) - Plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(d) Description: Plan posted Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location. Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Letter was written to inform parents that Bright Star Learning Center's Emergency Plan is available for viewing upon request. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The emergency letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child did not contain the method to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises, 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, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Emergency Plan letter to parents was written and is being distributed to every parent or Guardian. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Staff #3's file two most recent pediatric first aid and CPR trainings were dated 5/7/22 and 8/31/24 which are more than 24 months apart. Staff #4's two most recent pediatric first aid and CPR trainings were dated 1/23/21 and 5/13/23 which are more than 24 months apart. 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 # 3 took a leave of absence and while on leave her Pediatric First aid & CPR expired. She returned to work in July, 2024 and received her pediatric First Aid & CPR on 8/31/2024. Staff #4 received her Pediatric First Aid & CPR on 5/13/2023. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person # 5 has been removed from the schedule until she can obtain the required Pediatric first Aid & CPR. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | 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: Staff #1's file two most recent state police clearances are dated 1/9/18 and 3/9/23 which are more than 60 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 received her state police clearance on 3/9/2023 which was more than 60 months. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 3 room there were Dab O Ink Bingo Dotters, which stated keep out of reach of children, in a clear plastic 3 draw container that was accessible to children. In the Pre-K 3 room there was hand sanitizer on the sink by the door accessible to children which stated keep out of reach of children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The dab O Ink Bingo Dotters in PreK 3 were removed from the classroom immediately. The hand sanitizer in Pre K 3 was removed from the classroom. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.66(d) - Toxic plants not permitted | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.66(d) Description: Toxic plants not permitted Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 2 room on the science shelf was a chrysanthemum plant, which that is toxic to children, accessible to children Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plant was immediately removed from the Pre K 2 classroom. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.71 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: In Pre-K 3 room the heat lamp on top of the hermit crab tank accessible to children was 131 degrees. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The heat lamp on top of the hermit crab tank in Pre K 3 was removed from the classroom. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 1 room a window above the ground floor accessible to children did not have the locks engaged to limit the opening to 6 inches or fewer. Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The window in the Pre K 1 room was adjusted to engage the safety locks to ensure that the window could open less than 6 inches. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: In the toddler 1 room there was peeling paint by the teacher's cabinet. 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.) In toddler 1 the peeling pain was scraped, and it was re-painted. |
|||
| 2024-09-13 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 5/3/24-6/4/24 which is more than 30 days. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire drills since the above dates have been conducted within the 30 day time period. |
|||
| 2024-07-11 | Change in Location Capacity | Change in Location Capacity | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The basketball set in the outdoor play space was not secured, which creates a potential toppling 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The basketball set was removed from the outdoor play area to prevent a tipping hazard. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: Daily activity schedules were not posted in the School Age Rooms. 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 schedule of daily activities was posted in the school age area. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form in the file for Child #1 did not 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. 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 Emergency Contact Form was returned to the parent to complete all areas of the form. This included the area for information about any special needs the child may have. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The files for Child #1, an infant, and Child #2, a young toddler, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 6 months. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent of Child # 1, and Child # 2 provided an updated health report conducted within the required time frame. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | 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: The file for Child #3, an older toddler, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months. 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.) The parent of child # 3 an older toddler provided an updated health report that was conducted within the past 12 months. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | 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: The facility's emergency plan did not include requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills and continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster) to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii) 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 emergency Plan was updated to include Continuity of care in the event of a disaster. Requirements for volunteers to be trained in the Emergency Plan before working with children. Emergency drills will be conducted at a minimum once a year. Also added was a requirement that all volunteers must participate in the yearly Emergency drill. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | 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: The most recent updated health assessments in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 24 months between assessments. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person # 2 had a current health assessment on file. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: An infant feeding schedule provided from the parent was not present for Child #1, an 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.) An infant feeding schedule was provided by the parent. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Emergency Plan was updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation of an emergency drill conducted within the past 12 months. 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.) An Emergency Drill was conducted on 10/04/2023. It was documented and added to the Emergency Plan file |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation that the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality. Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The updated Emergency Plan was sent to the Local as well as the County municipalities. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1, a Director, did not include verification of an Associates Degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. Correction Required: A director shall have attained 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 3 years of experience with children. 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 was removed from the director position and replaced with a staff person with a bachelor's degree in Business and 30 credits in early childhood. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed a can of air freshener, which was accessible to children, in an unlocked cabinet in the School Age restroom. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The air freshener was removed from the restroom and a new lock was placed on the cabinet. |
|||
| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed a large buildup of dust, which covered the window sills and cobwebs in the corner above the exit sign in the Infant Room. Observed weeds growing along the edges of the fence in the outdoor play space. Observed protruding bolts on the gate and in the corners of the fence in the outdoor play space facing inward with no protective covering. 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 window sills and exit sign were cleaned to remove the dust and cobwebs. Now and in the future the weeds around the fenced play area inside and outside will be kept trimmed. Any protruding bolts will be kept covered to prevent hazards in the play area. |
|||
| 2022-12-05 | Renewal | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.81 Description: Glass Noncompliance Area: The full-length glass doors of the Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 rooms lacked visual identifiers that would serve to inhibit a child from walking/running into the glass, which could result in a blunt force trauma injury. Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I placed decorations on the lower glass of each door. |
|||
| 2022-08-09 | Initial review | 3270.15(b)/3270.21 - Building Codes/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.15(b)/3270.21 Description: Building Codes/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: An egress was observed in the upstairs child care space along the wall of the rear of the building. Said egress, though locked from the inside with a deadbolt lock, had no structure, i.e. fire escape landing/stairs on the outside. Thus, if the door were to be opened, the egress would present a risk of a fall from the second story of the building. Issue was referred the City of New Castle Code Enforcement Department for resolution. Correction Required: The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance issued by the Department under this chapter.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.) I will work with the city to resolve the matter and obtain an acceptable certificate of occupancy. |
|||
| 2022-08-09 | Initial review | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: An upwardly facing, exposed bolt was observed at the base of the hallway bathroom toilet; a toilet used by children in care. Contact with said bolt could result in puncture and/or laceration injury. 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.) Toilet bolt was covered with a plastic cap. |
|||
| 2022-08-09 | Initial review | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.81 Description: Glass Noncompliance Area: The entry/exit doors to two downstairs child care space rooms were observed to have full glass panels that lacked visual identifiers that would assist in preventing a child from inadvertently running or walking into the glass. Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will place art or postings on the glass. |
|||
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Providers in ZIP Code 16101
Looking for Child Care?