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Building Blocks Child Care Center Llc

Elton, PA · Cambria County
2027 FOREST HILLS DR, Elton, PA 15934
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Quick Facts

Capacity
41 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (814) 410-6006
2027 FOREST HILLS DR
Elton, PA 15934
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00179896
Expired
Sep 3, 2022
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 6

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At Building Blocks, we believe that it is crucial to give every child in our care a clean, safe, comfortable, and fun environment in which they can learn and grow to their full potential.

With age appropriate programs and curriculum, our teachers and caregivers aim to foster individual learning and developent in every age group. Developmentally appropriate activities and engaging lesson plans ensure that your child will be presented every opportunity to expand his or her mind and establish critical thinking and social skills.

At our Center, we feel it is important to encourage children to engage in a variety of activities, fostering well-rounded individuals. Our teachers and staff work to reinforce social, physical, and intellectual concepts through various day to day programs.

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

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Work address and work telephone number were added to the emergency contact form for Child #2. We will be more diligent in having the forms completed in their entirety, including specifying addresses and phone numbers for those parents working from home.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 7/30/20 emergency contact information for Child #2 and #3 were not present when they were in the Toddler Classroom.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact forms for Children #2 and #3 were added to the Toddler Classroom. We will be more diligent about adding Emergency contact information for children to the classroom on the date they are enrolled.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.131(d)(3)/3270.133(8) - Current medication and reason/Special diet - parent's instructions Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked a health report which included a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication as well as if a special diet is prescribed for a child and if the diet is administered to the child.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication. If a special diet is prescribed for a child and if the diet is administered to the child, written instructions and the parent's written consent shall be retained in the child's file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 has a health report which includes the list of the child's current medications and special diet. We will be more diligent in making sure that the health practitioner checks all the appropriate boxes on the child's health form.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.131(d)(4) - Acute or chronic health problem Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked a health report which included an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing, or lead poisoning.

Correction Required: A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 has a health report which includes assessment of an acute or chronic health problem. We will be more diligent in making sure that the health practitioner checks all the appropriate boxes on the child's health form.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked a health report which included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

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.)
Child #2 has a health report which includes a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and is free from communicable diseases. We will be more diligent in making sure that the health practitioner checks all the appropriate boxes on the child's health form.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked a current influenza immunization in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 has a note from the doctor explaining why the flu shot was not given. We will be more diligent in requesting documentation from a health practitioner when he or she recommends against a child getting a vaccine until a date that falls later than the ACIP recommendations.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #3 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #3 contained a current health assessment dated 6/28/20 with a previous one dated 4/24/18.

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 #3 has a current health assessment. We will be more diligent in requiring staff physicals every 24 months.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #1 lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate. Staff #2 lacked verification of the mandated reporter training every 5 years. Staff #2 had documentation of the mandated reporter training completed on 5/6/15. The files of Staff #4 and #5 lacked documentation of application for the National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate prior to or on the date of initial hire. Staff #4 had a start date of 10/7/19 with a NSOR dated 1/21/20. Staff #5 had a start date of 10/28/19 with a NSOR dated 1/21/20.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 has been removed from care and will not return until the NSOR is received. Staff #2 has current mandated reporter training. Staff #4 and #5 have NSORS in their files. We will ensure that all clearances are received by the required date and will not allow staff members to work until the proper documentation has been received. We will be more diligent about reminding staff to update all required training as necessary.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 7/30/20 observed an open concrete stairwell leading to the lower level of the building which was accessible to the children in the outdoor play space. It is located to the left of the entrance to the facility.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our landlord completed an area of fencing that encloses the play area and prohibits children from access to the stairs. The fence will remain in place.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 7/30/20 observed exposed bolts on the gate by the gray shed in the outdoor play space. On 7/30/20 observed rust on the top of the fence parallel to the gray house and rust on the fence perpendicular to the gray shed in the outdoor play space.

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.)
Exposed bolts were covered during the inspection. The fence was painted. We will be more diligent in checking for signs of rust and painting as necessary. We will check to ensure that all fence bolts have rubber caps in place during our morning playground checks.
2020-06-22 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 7/30/20 observed peeling paint on the trim of the blue shed in the outdoor play space.

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.)
The peeling paint was removed and the trim repainted. We will be more diligent about checking for cracked or peeling paint and make repairs as necessary.
2019-06-05 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a cracked gas cap on a Blue and Red Little Tykes Cozy Coupe creating rough edges in the Outdoor Play Space.

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 gas cap has been removed and the area on the riding toy has been repaired to shield any rough edges. We will be diligent in examining toys and equipment for broken, cracked or rough edges.
2019-06-05 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #2 lacked Child Service Reports updated every 6 months. The file of Child #2 contained a current Child Service Report dated 5/13/19 with a previous one dated 5/21/18.

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.)
We will be more diligent in ensuring that each child has a copy of a signed and dated child service report completed at least every six months in his or her file.
2019-06-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1 lacked the complete address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.

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.)
Information was added to the emergency contact form. We will be more diligent when reviewing children's paperwork to ensure complete street addresses and telephone numbers are included on the forms.
2019-06-05 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #3 contained a health report which lacked a statement indicating that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

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.)
A new health assessment was obtained for Child #3 with that information. We will review all health assessments from physicians offices to ensure the appropriate box is checked indicating that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable illnesses.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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