Children Academy International Llc
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About the Provider
Children Academy International is a extrodinary, safe and friendly daycare. Our responsibility is you and your child. We have daily schedules that include reading, crafts, outdoor play and many more. We offer expanded hours that are monday through friday 6a to 10p and saturday and sunday 6a-6p. We are currently a two star keystone program and working our way up. Everyday we make changes and everyday we are getting better! So please consider fun, safe and happiness for your child at children Academy International!
For transportation to and from need co-pay due before transportation can be scheduled.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6-6
- Tuesday6-6
- Wednesday6-6
- Thursday6-6
- Friday6-6
- Saturday 6-6
- Sunday 6-6
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.
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Peeling vinyl was observed on a booth seat in Room 4, and not in good repair. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bench was removed at the end of the day on the date of inspection. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain a full signature by the parent for written consent 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent insisted that the form was signed with their signature, we insisted that they resign the boxes using a signature resembling their name. The parent signed the missing signature box the same day at the time of inspection. The updated/corrected form was copied and all Emergency Contact books were updated to include the corrected form. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 (YT) contained two health report forms dated 4/11/25 and 4/9/26, more than 6 months apart. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A current health report is on file [for Child #2]. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: A container of Children's Ibuprofen labeled for Child #4 lacked written parental consent for administration. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A written consent form was signed and obtained at child pickup on the date of the inspection [for Child #4]. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not contain a policy regarding continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22 per Announcement C-22-04. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An addendum regarding the continuity of operations was created and added to our emergency plan. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain a full signature by the parent for written 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent insisted that the form was signed with their signature, we insisted that they resign the boxes using a signature resembling their name. The parent signed the missing signature box the same day at the time of inspection. The updated/corrected form was copied and all Emergency Contact books were updated to include the corrected form. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.183(a) Description: Locked cabinet Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the child files were observed in an unlocked cabinet in Room 4. Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child safe locks were added to the existing filing cabinet to ensure child and staff files are secure. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(3) - Contact when arises | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3) Description: Contact when arises Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a method for the facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plan was corrected by adding that parents shall be contacted via call or text. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when ended | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4) Description: Contact when ended Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency plan has ended and how the facility will provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plan was corrected by adding that parents shall be contacted via call or text both when safe to do so after evacuation and then again when it is safe for them to reunite. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plan was corrected by adding that infants and toddlers shall be accommodated by using either the red marked crib and/or by being carried. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked accommodations for 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A clause regarding the accommodations for children with disabilities and/or chronic medical conditions was added to the emergency plan letter for parents. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.34(b)(1) - Bachelor's + 1 yr | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(b)(1) Description: Bachelor's + 1 yr Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of 1 year of experience with children. Correction Required: A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Childcare employment verification forms were completed to show Staff # 2's experience with children and added to the employees file. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A childcare employment verification form was completed to show experience with children and added to staff #1's file. |
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| 2026-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was observed behind the sink in the bathroom connected to Room 3. Broken plaster/drywall was observed behind the door in the front bathroom. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The peeling paint and broken drywall were addressed and/or repaired before the close of business on the date of inspection. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1) Description: Amount of fee Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fee amount was entered on the agreement form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(2) Description: Date fee to be paid Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the date that the fee is due to be paid by the parent/guardian. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The date that the fee is due to be paid by the parent/guardian was entered into the form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025 |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #1 and #2 are dated 5.30.24 and 1.8.25, more than 6 months apart and more than 6 months ago. The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #4 are dated 6.10.24 and 1.9.25, more than 6 months apart. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The files have a current Child Service Report on file, going forward all Child Service Reports will be done within the proper 6 months. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's arrival and departure times were entered into the form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025 |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the child's date of admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's date of admission was entered into the form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025 |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care was added to the emergency contact form on file for Child #2 before close of business on 8/18/2025. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits was added to the emergency contact form on file for Child #3 before close of business on 8/18/2025. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, #2, #4 includes a 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file dated in June 2024 and January 2025, 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The files have a current 6-month review signature for the emergency contact and going forward all 6-month review signature for the emergency contact will be done within the proper 6 months. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR clearances dated 2.25.20 and 3.26.25, more than 60 months apart. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 has a current NSOR on file. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #1 has a translated copy of his/her diploma on file and has applied for an evaluation of his/her Diploma. We are currently awaiting the results. Once our Current License expired we temporarily reassigned Staff Person #1 to the position of Kitchen staff. Staff Person #1 received and signed a letter explaining the reason for the reassignment. This letter was signed by Staff Person #1 and the Director on October 7, 2025. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: There was an outlet behind the teacher's desk in Room 3 that was missing an outlet cover and was accessible to children. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The outlet cover was replaced while inspector was on site. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: The unlatched cupboard under the sink in Room 3 contained a bottle identified as a toxic, which was 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The spray bottle was moved to a cupboard that is latched and out of reach of children while inspector was on site. |
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| 2025-08-18 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: There was an unlabeled spray bottle containing a liquid in an unlatched cupboard under the sink in Room 3. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The spray bottle was labeled and moved to a cupboard that is latched and out of reach of children while inspector was onsite. |
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| 2025-06-04 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director had a meeting with staff person #1. Staff member #1 then supplied the required two written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare. Those references are attached below. |
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| 2025-06-04 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: The hot water in the following sinks exceeded 110° F: Preschool classroom bathroom 114°F; hallway middle bathroom 115°F; hallway by kitchen 114°F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The PIC turned off the HOT water on 6/4/2025 while the DHS representative was onsite. It has remained off since. |
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| 2025-03-06 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-02-07 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: The cots in the Infant/Toddler room and in the older toddler/Preschool rooms were not labeled for use by an individual child and there was not a chart indicating which numbered cot is for which child. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cots were labeled and a chart designating a child to a numbered cot was completed same day and photos were sent to the inspector. |
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| 2025-02-07 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(e) Description: Toilet and sinks proper height Noncompliance Area: There was no stool or steps at the sink in the Infant/Toddler room for able-bodied children to reach the sink for handwashing. Correction Required: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A stool was placed in the room while inspector was on site. |
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| 2025-01-13 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2024-12-06 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: There were several items in sensory bins, including bottle caps, bottle corks, and tangram blocks that were smaller than 1 inch in diameter, in the preschool room which included children aged 2-years old who may still be placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We corrected it temporarily using tape to secure the lids on the containers holding the small objects on the date of inspection. We then installed child safety locks on the bins to ensure children aged 2 and under who may still be placing objects in their mouths do not have access to the smaller toys. |
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| 2024-12-06 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.25(b) - Post the inspection summary | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(b) Description: Post the inspection summary Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection, it was observed that SIN-00255661, dated 11.15.24, which was not finalized, was not posted in the facility in a conspicuous location used by parents Correction Required: The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) SIN-00255661 was posted in the facility in a conspicuous location used by parents on the day of the inspection. |
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| 2024-12-06 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was present on the wall next to the teacher's desk in the Preschool room and was accessible to children in care. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The peeling paint that was present on the wall next to the teacher's desk in the Preschool room and was accessible to children in care, was corrected on the same day of the inspection. (covered and taped) |
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| 2024-12-06 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 11.1.24-12.2.24, more than 30 days apart. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) : The fire alarm tests were being done monthly, now that we know they are every 30 days not monthly they will be conducted within 30 days or less. |
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| 2024-11-15 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: The CR observed a young toddler being served lunch on a Styrofoam plate; Styrofoam may not be accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) : We no longer use Styrofoam plates for any child who is under 2 or still puts stuff in their mouths. |
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| 2024-11-15 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: The CR observed an infant sleeping in a crib that did not have 2 feet of space n 3 ides of the crib. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The crib was moved to allow 2 feet of space on at least 3 sides of the crib. |
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| 2024-11-15 | Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: A 2-month-old infant was observed receiving care without having a written feeding plan submitted by the parent. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had a verbal feeding plan from the parent, it was put in writing and signed by the parent at the time of child's pickup |
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| 2024-10-21 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced inspection, a child was observed going to the bathroom across the hall from Room #2 while Staff person #1 remained in the classroom with the remaining children, supervising the child in the bathroom from the doorway of the classroom. Staff person #1 was not physically present with the child in the bathroom. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) : We have moved the class from room #2 to room #3 that has its own bathroom. Room # 3 has its own bathroom directly in the room. This makes it easier for both fully potty trained children and those still training to be able to use the bathroom. |
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| 2024-10-21 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: There were prickly plants, with thorns in the play space, on the ground, and accessible to children. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had the playground weeded/uprooted and cleaned. All prickly plants were removed and leaves were bagged and tossed. |
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| 2024-10-21 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: There was an outlet in Room #1, next to the shelving unit on the wall opposite the doorway, that did not have an outlet cover inserted. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plug was replaced while inspector was on site. |
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| 2024-10-21 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: There were edges and corners of the sections of artificial turf on the outside play space that were not flat or flush with the ground, causing a tripping hazard. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We have installed Artificial Grass Staples to ensure the astro turf is flush to the ground on all corners and that the squares are flush to each other. This will eliminate any potential tripping hazard. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 20.71(a)(7) - Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 20.71(a)(7) Description: Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained a child abuse clearance result bearing Certification ID: 0TQWX3ED2P and verification date 7/8/2023, was altered, specifically the verification date. The Clearance Verification Unit confirmed the clearance in staff #1's file, bearing Certification ID: 0TQWX3ED2P was submitted 9/27/2023 and was processed/finalized 9/28/2023.The correct verification date for the result should reflect 9/28/2023. Correction Required: The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of initial inspection and the discrepancy was discovered the Owner/PIC requested that Staff # 1 redo the clearance in question. Staff # 1 went forth and obtained a new clearance that is dated 5/29/2024 |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: A white plastic laundry basket with broken sections was observed in room 3. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The laundry basket was removed at the time of inspection |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103 Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Holes which exposed the inner foam filling were observed on the changing pad in room 2. 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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The hole/tear that was found was fixed at the time of inspection using tape. The next day it was removed and replaced by a different changing pad. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contained consecutive child service reports dated and signed by the parent more than 6 months apart. A current report is now on file. Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Current reports are on file and were on file at time of inspection. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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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 #4 did not contain a current health report. The most recent health report on file is dated over 12 months ago. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child's service was put on hold, and asked not to return without a current health report. A copy of the child's health report will be sent to our certification representative upon return to care. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #2 did not include signed parental 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent signed the missing signature box the same day at the time of inspection. The updated/corrected form was copied and all Emergency Contact books were updated to include the corrected form. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #3 did not contain written references. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #3 was sent home same day. Upon return she gave two letters of recommendation to the director and PIC to be placed in their file. The file now contains the two letters of recommendation. After receiving the papers she was able to resume work. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The last documented emergency drill occurred 8/05/22. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children's academy will conduct and document emergency drills annually that include the date and time. These documents shall be kept on record at the facility at all times for the required 5 year time frame. These logs were located and presented to the certification representative after the inspection. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The facility's letter for parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding accommodations that will be made for infants and toddlers. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures has been updated to include the details regarding accommodations made for infants and toddlers. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 contained consecutive fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months apart; 3/21/23 and 5/06/24. The file for staff #5 contained consecutive fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months apart; 4/21/23 and 5/06/24. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Trainings were up to date, but late at the time of inspection. Future correction will involve the use of the detailed staff checklist previously discussed and attached below. These checklists will help us to avoid future trainings being late. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained an expired child abuse clearance dated 7/08/18 and contained a state police clearance which was not updated within 60 months as required. The previous state police clearance was dated 6/26/18 and was renewed on 9/27/23. The file for facility person #3, whose start date was over 45 days ago (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) did not contain the results of the NSOR clearance. An application for the clearance was on file dated 3/15/24. The file for staff #4 contained an expired state police clearance dated 10/29/18. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 and staff #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file for staff #1 contained an expired child abuse clearance dated 7/08/18 and contained a state police clearance which was not updated within 60 months as required. The previous state police clearance was dated 6/26/18 and was renewed on 9/27/23. The file for facility person #3, whose start date was over 45 days ago (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) did not contain the results of the NSOR clearance. An application for the clearance was on file dated 3/15/24. The file for staff #4 contained an expired state police clearance dated 10/29/18. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: Staff evaluations on file for staff #2, staff #4, and staff #5 were documented with incomplete dates, therefore compliance could not be determined. The evaluations were dated only as "2023". Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) While certification representative was on site the evaluations were corrected by adding the month in which the evaluation took place to the document. |
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| 2024-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: Handwashing signs were not posted at all toilets in the pink and blue restrooms. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After the inspection we went around and ensured that there were signs by each toilet and each sink. This results in two signs per restroom, one for the toilet and one for the sink. Every sink in the facility has a "remember to wash hands" sign. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103 Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Tears which left the inner foam filling accessible were observed on a crib mattress and the changing pad in the infant room. 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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The crib mattress was repaired while DHS was on site. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: One accessible plastic grocery bag was observed in the outdoor play space. Two accessible plastic grocery bags were observed in the rear preschool room. Children access the outdoor play space by walking through the rear preschool room. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The outdoor play space is checked before and after each use to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the area and equipment. These checks include picking up any plastic bags, trash, or other debris that can blow into the yard from the street. At the time of inspection, the Preschool room was unused. However, just as with the outdoor play space the preschool room and any place the children may be walked through or used is checked before and after each group/use. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contained child service reports which were not updated by 10/31/22 as required by Announcement C-21-09. The reports on file were dated 4/29/22 and 2/06/23. The most recent report on file is now current. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A current report is now on file. Following the pandemic many families still have fluctuating care needs for their children. This results in inconsistent attendance due to missing weeks of care at a time making it harder to ensure CSRs can be done accurately. All children have a current CSR. Also, announcement C-21-09 was not received. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, a young toddler, contained consecutive health reports conducted more than 6 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All shot records were up to date and updated copies obtained regularly. We also have the most recent physical for all children |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 and #2 did not complete the required 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by 12/30/22 as required by Announcement C-22-06. Staff #1 completed the training on 4/28/23. Staff #2 completed the training on 4/26/23. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #2 was out of the country without access to the internet when the requirement was due. Staff member #2 completed the required training ASAP after returning to the country. Staff member #1 was under the impression it was already completed as they had done it in December. They were unaware that it was showing in the system as incomplete until 4/28/2023. It was then immediately retaken, and completion ensured. We are currently in compliance due to all staff having completed the required training. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1 and staff #4 did not contain documentation of current fire safety training. The last approved fire safety training on file occurred on 4/26/22 for staff #1 and 4/25/22 for staff #4. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff have now completed the required DHS Fire Safety Training through the PAPD registry. We were unaware that the fire safety training provided by our CPR instructor was no longer acceptable for the year of CPR card renewal |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 contained 8.5 hours of annual training completed between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. An additional 3.5 hours were completed after 12/19/22. The training hours on file for staff #4 are now current. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff are compliant since training hours are completed. There was a misunderstanding as to the annual training hours official cut-off date. All staff are now aware of the correct date. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained an FBI clearance which was not updated within 60 months. The clearance was previously obtained on 4/26/17 and was updated 5/03/22. Additionally, the current FBI clearance was not on file at the facility until 5/11/23. The file for staff #2 did not contain the previous child abuse clearance which documents indicated was completed on 4/30/18. A current child abuse clearance dated 4/18/23 was on file. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We are currently complaint as stated in the inspection summary since all current clearances are available and accessible |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Sharp exposed screws were observed on the left end of wooden strip in the hall used to mount coat hooks. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The temporary correction was to tape the coat rack to the wall placing the exposed screws back into the wall and no longer posing a threat. The tape remained in place and was checked check daily to ensure stayed secure until it was permanently fixed. Permanent fix was done with fresh screws on 6/9/2023. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: Three toilets lacked posted hand washing signs. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Restrooms had signs for the handwashing procedure which was misunderstood to be the only required signage for the restrooms. While DHS was on site the missing signage was fixed so that the "remember to wash hands" signs are in each of the required locations. |
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| 2023-05-25 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: Based on documentation of the 30 day tests of the fire alarm system, 4 sets of consecutive tests done since 6/21/22 were conducted more than 30 days apart. The tests were dated as follows; 6/21/22 and 7/29/22 (38 days), 8/12/22 and 9/29/22 (48 days), 2/10/23 and 3/24/23 (42 days), 4/05/23 and 5/25/23 (50 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire alarms were tested monthly and was thought that that would account for our proper testing. We are now aware that it is meant to be done every 30 days or less. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: A broken plastic bowl was observed 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Broken bowl was removed from he outdoor play space and discarded appropriately in the trash bin while the inspector was on site. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103 Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: The plastic cover of a crib mattress in room 4 was cracked and split which left the inner foam filling accessible. 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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Mattress was repaired while inspector was on site. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, and #3 contained emergency contact information and agreements which were not reviewed on or before 1/06/22, the date of reinstatement for the regulation after being suspended due to covid-19. All three files were reviewed on 5/03/2 and are now current. 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 informationA 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Ensure going forward all signatures occur within 6 months of the initial parent signature and every 6 months going forward. Have parents sign on or before the 6-month Signature mark for Agreements and EC forms. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #2 contained immunization records which did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtained updated shot records showing the vaccine had occurred or had parents sign a waiver for the missed vaccine. Sent copies of records and or waivers to DHS. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: Orajel and hydrocortisone, which were not labeled for a specific child, were observed in room 1. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items were removed from the room while inspector was on site. They were returned to parents upon pick up. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: Orajel and hydrocortisone, which lacked written parental consent for administration, were observed in room 1. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Orajel and Hydrocortisone was removed from the classroom while inspector was onsite. Items were returned to parents at child pick up with an explanation as to why. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1-#4 contained documentation of training completed after the due date of 12/19/21. The training hours for all four staff members are now complete and up to date. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) In order to ensure all staff are both trained on the due date of their training hours and to ensure all hours are completed before the annual due date of 12/31 we have had an impromptu staff meeting regarding the regulation change. We also have formulated a plan for future completion and compliance. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: An electrical outlet in room 3, accessible to children 5 yeas of age or younger, lacked a protective cover. The outlet was located near the computer desk. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Outlet cover was placed in the outlet of an unused room while the inspector was on site. |
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| 2022-05-11 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: The rear exit door of room 2 was not securely attached to the hinges creating pinch points. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Door hinge was repaired while inspector was onsite. |
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| 2022-03-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
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