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Christ Cornerstone Productions Academy Llc

Steelton, PA · Dauphin County
747 N Front St, Steelton, PA 17113
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Capacity
172 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 939-5800
747 N Front St
Steelton, PA 17113
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254803
License Issued
Jun 6, 2026
Active Through
Jun 6, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 9

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Christ Cornerstone Academy (CCA), formerly associated w/Turner Academy, has served the Steelton & Harrisburg community for over a decade. Our new CCA facility offers before & after care for all families regardless of race, creed, or religion.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-17 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: Children # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10's files obtained the original financial agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10's parents received the original agreements, and a copy remains in each child's file. Effective immediately, all original financial agreements will be issued to parents/guardians at the time of enrollment or signing. The facility will retain a copy of each agreement in the child's file, and an additional copy will be scanned and securely stored in our digital record system (Brightwheel) for documentation and accessibility purposes.
2025-09-09 Change in Location Capacity 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Observed Lysol spray, Clorox wipes and air freshener labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" in an unlocked desk drawer. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Lysol spray, Clorox wipes and air freshener were immediately removed from the drawers and placed in an inaccessible area.
2025-09-09 Change in Location Capacity 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: Observed the first aid kit was in an unlocked desk drawer which was accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The first aid kit was removed from the drawer and placed in the locked storage closet.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 included a health assessment dated 07/30/2022 with no subsequent health assessment on file.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 was immediately scheduled for an updated health assessment upon discovery of the non-compliance. The updated assessment has been placed in the employee's file.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.161(a) - Wholesome Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(a)

Description: Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: Observed visibly spoiled, curdled milk with an expiration date of 05/30/2025 in the upstairs preschool classroom refrigerator.

Correction Required: Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The spoiled milk was immediately removed and discarded at the time of the inspection. To prevent future occurrences, the following corrective actions will be implemented: Daily Refrigerator Checks: Staff will check the contents of all classroom refrigerators daily. Expired or questionable items will be discarded immediately.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: Observed a lunchbox on the floor in the downstairs preschool classroom containing potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home which was not refrigerated.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The lunchbox was immediately removed from the floor and the food was properly stored or returned to the parent, as appropriate. To prevent future occurrences, the following corrective actions will be implemented: Designated Food Storage Areas: All lunchboxes and food brought from home will be placed in designated refrigerated or insulated storage areas upon arrival.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility. Proof of education was not on file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 was immediately instructed to submit official documentation verifying their education. A copy has been placed in their personnel file to meet regulatory requirements.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate of compliance dated 06/06/2025 - 06/06/2026 was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The certificate of compliance posted at the main entrance to the facility was dated 06/06/2024-06/06/2025. The certificates of compliance posted at the back entrance and in the foyer at the bottom of the steps were dated 06/06/2023 - 06/06/2024. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of the inspection, the outdated certificates were removed, and the current Certificate of Compliance was posted at all designated parent-accessible entrances, including the main entrance, back entrance, and foyer. To maintain compliance moving forward, the following actions will be implemented: Annual Certificate Update Reminder: A calendar reminder will be set for the expiration month of the certificate to ensure timely replacement each year.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Annual emergency plan training was not completed within 12 months of the previous training for staff person #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, and #16. The most recent emergency plan training for staff #5 - #16 was conducted on 05/08/2024, with no subsequent training documented.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff have finish Annual emergency plan training
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 did not include a Child Abuse Clearance prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet), the Child Abuse Clearance dated 06/15/2022 was a volunteer clearance which cannot be used for employment. The file for staff person #3 did not include an NSOR prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 and #3 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1: The individual was immediately notified and instructed to submit an application for an employment-based Child Abuse Clearance. And the individual received correct clearance 6/18/2025 Staff Person #3: This individual has been suspended from all child care duties until the required NSOR clearance is received and verified. An NSOR request was submitted immediately upon discovery of the oversight. Staff will only resume responsibilities upon receipt and documentation of an approved NSOR.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10 younger school age children and 17 older school age children in the upstairs classroom with staff person #5 and #6. Staff person #5 identified a group of 14 older school age children and 1 young school age child. Staff person #6 identified a group of 9 younger school age children and 3 older school age children. The staff:child ratio for staff person #5 exceeded the ratio requirements of 1:12 when the youngest child in care is a younger school age child. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of the inspection, the grouping was immediately adjusted to ensure compliance with ratio regulations. Staff person #6 reassigned children so that the number of younger school-age children and total group size per staff member met required ratios. Moving forward, the following steps will be implemented: Daily Ratio Checks: Classroom groupings will be reviewed by the director or lead staff each morning and after transitions to ensure proper ratio based on the youngest child in each group. Staff Training: All staff will receive refresher training on ratio requirements, especially regarding mixed-age groups and how the presence of younger school-age children affects staffing needs.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Observed electrical outlets throughout the facility including the multipurpose room, the hallways, the upstairs and downstairs preschool classrooms which lacked protective receptacle covers and were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Protective receptacle covers were immediately installed in all accessible electrical outlets at the time of the inspection to eliminate the hazard. To prevent recurrence, the following corrective actions will be implemented: Immediate Full Facility Inspection: A walkthrough was conducted to ensure every outlet accessible to children under age five is covered with an approved protective receptacle cover.Weekly Safety Checks: A designated staff member will perform weekly safety checks of all classrooms and common areas to ensure outlet covers remain in place and undamaged.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Observed a can of Lysol disinfectant spray on the table located in the downstairs preschool classroom, which was accessible to children. The utility closet door in the corner was unlocked and open, the door leads a storage area which contained a variety of cleaning products labeled Keep out of Reach of Children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of the inspection, the Lysol disinfectant spray was immediately removed from the table and stored in a secured location. The utility closet door was closed and locked to prevent access to cleaning products. To ensure future compliance, the following measures will be taken: Immediate Removal Policy: All cleaning products, including sprays and disinfectants, will be stored out of children¿s reach and in locked cabinets or closets at all times. Daily Visual Checks: Staff will conduct daily classroom safety checks at opening and closing to ensure all hazardous items are properly stored and inaccessible to children.
2025-06-16 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed in the upstairs preschool classroom: a power cord laying across the floor in front of the desk which presented a trip hazard. Guina Pig Debris on the floor next to the cage. Observed in the downstairs preschool classroom: a power cord laying on the floor next to the fish tank which presented a trip hazard. The door to the dumbwaiter was left open in the downstairs preschool classroom. Observed a string of decorative lights which were no longer secured to the wall above the doorway between the two areas of the room and was laying across the floor in the game room which presented a trip 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All issues were immediately addressed at the time of inspection: Power cords in both classrooms and the game room were either removed, re-routed, or secured using cord covers or cable organizers to eliminate tripping hazards. The guinea pig area was cleaned, and a daily pet care maintenance log has been implemented. The dumbwaiter door was closed and is now kept secured at all times when not in use. The decorative lights were removed entirely to prevent further hazard. To ensure ongoing safety and compliance, the following measures will be implemented: Daily Environmental Checks: All classrooms and activity areas will be inspected daily for tripping hazards and cleanliness by lead teachers or designated staff.
2025-06-16 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: On 03/05/2025, observed the children in the Under the Sea classroom were sitting on a carpet watching TV during naptime. During this time 2 preschool age children fell asleep on the carpet. When it was brought to the attention of the staff supervising the children, a staff person moved the 2 children into child size plush chairs in lieu of providing age-appropriate rest equipment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff involved were reminded of the requirement to provide proper rest equipment for all children during naptime. Age-appropriate rest equipment is now readily accessible and available for all preschool-age children during rest periods.
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 did not include the fee amount with the date the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fee amount for child #1 has been added
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
child #1 address of the child's physician has been added
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the complete home address of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the work address or telephone number for the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #3 and #4 did not include the work telephone number for the enrolling parent.

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.)
All files for child #2,3,4 has been updated
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individual's designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
emergency contact information for child #1 has been updated
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.176(a) - Insured Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.176(a)

Description: Insured

Noncompliance Area: On 03/13/2025, observed the bus owned by the facility did not have a current copy of the vehicle registration and proof of insurance in the vehicle while transporting children; the updated documents were printed on the date of the inspection.

Correction Required: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The current vehicle registration and proof of insurance were immediately printed and placed in the bus on 03/13/2025. All transportation staff were informed of the requirement to keep these documents in the vehicle at all times.
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.178 - Transportation First Aid Kit Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.178

Description: Transportation First Aid Kit

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the bus did not include soap or tweezers.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Additional first aid kit was added to the bus that include soap and tweezers.
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.24(a) - Immediate access Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.24(a)

Description: Immediate access

Noncompliance Area: On 03/13/2025, upon arrival to the facility at approximately 2:05 pm, Certification Representative was not provided immediate access to the facility. Cert Rep rang the doorbell and knocked several times at the main entrance. Cert Rep then went to another entrance and tried to knock on the door for access. Cert Rep then returned to the main entrance and knocked and rang the doorbell again. Cert Rep called the facility phone number at 2:12 pm, an individual answered the phone and stated to hold on a minute and then disconnected. After waiting a few minutes for someone to come to the door, at 2:16 pm Cert Rep called the number on the sign outside the door, the call went to voice mail. At 2:17 pm Cert Rep called the facility phone number a second time and it also went to voice mail. At 2:17 pm, the owner returned my call and shortly after, a staff person opened the door.

Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new doorbell system has been installed to ensure that staff members can clearly hear when it rings
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training; the file included 4.5 hours completed between 12/2023 - 12/2024.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 has been scheduled to complete the remaining 7.5 hours of required training by 04/20/2025 The staff member was reminded of the annual training requirement and the importance of timely completion and documentation.
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 and #2 included an NSOR Clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current NSOR for staff person #1 was dated 03/04/2025 with the previous clearance dated 01/30/2020. The current NSOR for staff person #2 was dated 03/12/2025 with the previous clearance dated 01/31/2020. The file for staff person #1 included a Child Abuse clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current Child Abuse clearance for staff person #1 was dated 08/03/2024 with the previous clearance dated 04/03/2018.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All overdue NSOR and Child Abuse clearances have been updated and are now current. Administrative staff will perform audits of all staff files to ensure compliance with clearance update timelines.
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Observed a power strip in the PreK counts (Under the Sea) and PreK counts (Outer Space) classrooms which did not have protective covers on the unused outlets.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Protective covers where place in all unused outlets.
2025-03-05 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Observed the cabinet under the fish tank located in the PreK counts (Under the Sea) classroom was unlocked; the cabinet contained a container of Ph stabilizer tablets labeled "Keep out of Reach of children" which were accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All cleaning products that were stored under the fish tank have been relocated to a secure area that is out of reach of children.
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff person #6 and #7 return to the preschool classroom (Under the Sea) after their breaks after naptime had already ended and staff person #10 and #5 were putting cots away. There were 22 preschool age children sitting on the carpet watching TV at the time. Staff person #5 and #9 left the classroom when staff person #6 and #7 returned to the classroom. During the time of transition between staff, staff did not share information regarding which children staff person #6 and #7 were responsible for supervising. As a result, staff person #6 and #7 were unable to identify the children in their assigned group. Staff person #10 initially identified 10 children in their group. Staff person #6 then identified a group of 10 children which included some of the children that staff person #10 already identified in their group. Staff person #7 stated she had the remaining 2 in her group. After 3 attempts at identifying their groups, they were able to identify their assigned group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All Staff have been instructed and trained to exchange assigned group children sheet with incoming staff during transitions
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff did not ensure the children in the preschool classroom (Under the Sea) washed their hands prior to being served an afternoon snack.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff persons have been instructed and reminded to ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff in the preschool classroom (Under the Sea) did not wash their hands prior to serving the children an afternoon snack.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All facility persons have been instructed and reminded to wash his or her hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person; only one acceptable written reference was on file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
file for staff person #2 now includes two written, nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 have not updated their Pediatric First Aid & CPR before the expiration of the most current certification which was completed on 11/08/2022 and expired 11/2024.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 have completed their Pediatric First Aid & CPR #9 was unable to attend and is schedule to take on 1/17/25 and he will not be working with children unsupervised until completion
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid & CPR in an approved curriculum with an PQAS certified trainer. The file included an online CPR/AED/First-Aid (Adult/Child/Infant/Chockin) AED/Injury & Universal Precautions Certificate provided by the National CPR Foundation dated 08/21/2024.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #1 will have until 01/07/2025 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 has completed pediatric First Aid & CPR in an approved curriculum with an PQAS certified trainer.
2024-12-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, lacked complete clearances as required under the CPSL. Staff person #1 resided outside of Pennsylvania in the past 5 years and their file lacked out-of-state clearances for the state of Massachusetts within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #2 lacked a signed disclosure statement at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 has complete clearances as required under the CPSL including out of state clearances
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3, #4 and #5 did not include a health assessment with results of a tuberculosis screening prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 and #5 are no longer employed with CCA due to failure to submit all required documents per regulation 3270.151 Staff # 3 has provided a copy of health assessment with TB results. Moving forward Christ Cornerstone will make sure all required documents are received before offering employment
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 and #5 did not include verification of age.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 and #5 are no longer employed with CCA due to failure to submit all required documents per regulation 3270.192. Moving forward Christ Cornerstone will make sure all required documents are received before offering employment
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 and #5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 and #5 are no longer employed with CCA due to failure to submit all required documents to obtain employment per regulation 3270.192. Moving forward Christ Cornerstone will make sure all required documents are received before offering employment to maintain compliance.
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 and #5 did not include documentation of clearances and copies of the requests to be a provisional hire. The file for staff person #4 and #5 did not have a State Police Clearance or FBI Clearance and a Child Abuse Clearance at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #4 and #5 did not include documentation of a request for the State Police Clearance or FBI Clearance. The files included a signed disclosure statement and documentation of a request for the NSOR.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #4 and #5 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 and #5 are no longer employed with CCA due to failure to submit all required clearances per regulation 3270.32
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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 #3, #4 and #5 did not include documentation of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility to qualify as an aide or AGS.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 and #5 are no longer employed with CCA due to failure to submit all required staff qualifications for position. Staff # 3 has submitted a copy of bachelor's degree as well as length of experience in other childcare facilities with compliance in regulation 3270.33.
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) - Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: At the time supervision and ratio was assessed, staff person #1 stated they were responsible for all of the girls, which was mixed age group of 6 preschool, 5 young school age and 1 older school age children; which exceeded the maximum ratio of 1:10. Staff person #2 stated they were responsible for all of the boys, which was a mixed age group of 4 preschool and 6 young school age children.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1 and #2 will make sure when children of different age groups are mixed the staff will use the ratio for the youngest child. When ratio is assessed, staff will also identify children by first name. Moving forward staff will utilize clipboards to group children to assign staff and reference it periodically to ensure compliance with ratio according to regulation 3270.51. In the event ratio requires additional staff to join the group CCA will do that in order to maintain compliance.
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.61(h) - Exceeding Capacity Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(h)

Description: Exceeding Capacity

Noncompliance Area: Upon arrival to the facility, observed a mixed group of approximately 100 preschool and school age children in the Sanctuary (large multipurpose room) for morning announcements and daily devotions. The maximum capacity for the Sanctuary is 65 children. Observed a mixed group of 55 young and older school age children receiving care in the small multipurpose room (Under the Sea classroom). The maximum capacity for the multipurpose room is 35. Observed a mixed group of 22 preschool and school age children receiving care in the preschool classroom (Jungle classroom). The maximum capacity for the preschool classroom is 14.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with capacity of facility space CCA has moved a group of 22 from the Jungle class to the Under the sea room which allows 35 children. The group of 55 children from under the sea has been moved to the large multi-purpose room which allows 65 children. To maintain compliance these groups will now utilize these spaces with proper capacity requirements according to the regulation 3270.61.
2024-07-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.61(h)(2)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii) - Measurement and use of indoor child care space/Designated on facility schedule Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(h)(2)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii)

Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space/Designated on facility schedule

Noncompliance Area: Observed the large multipurpose room, small multipurpose room (Under the Sea classroom) and the preschool classroom (Jungle classroom) exceeded its maximum capacity for a period greater than 1/2 hour. The overcapacity of the space was not designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities.

Correction Required: The capacity established for indoor space may not be exceeded except when older toddler, preschool or school-age children are participating in a program activity. When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space each time period shall be designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Christ Cornerstone Academy has updated daily schedule to include daily devotions for 30 minutes each day for all groups to exceeds its maximum capacity to comply with regulation 3270.61. CCA will not exceed maximum capacity allowed unless it is on daily schedule, and it doesn't exceed 30 mins
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 included a health report which was not updated at least once every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The most recent health assessment on file was dated 08/11/2022 with no subsequent health report on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 health report has been updated.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 did not include an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. The most recent health assessment on file was dated 02/28/2022 with no subsequent health report on file.

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 person #3 has been suspended. Once updated health assessment is received staff person #3 will be reinstated.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include a plan that provides accommodations for children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include information regarding emergency drills being conducted annually.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator has provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures including accommodations for children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions and include information regarding emergency drills being conducted annually.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 included documentation of the following required pre-service training which were not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid & CPR which was completed on 03/11/2024 and Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022 which was completed on 02/28/2024.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has completed all pre service trainings.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The clearances for staff person #1, with documentation of felony and misdemeanor grade charges, were not sent to the Central Region OCDEL for review at the time the clearances were received. *Corrected at the time of the inspection. The file for staff person #2 did not include a signed disclosure statement at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for facility person #4, did not include the final FBI clearance results within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The FBI documentation on file was a letter requesting additional information and not the final FBI clearance results. Facility person #4 was observed driving the school bus on 03/19/2024.

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 #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clearances were submitted for review to the Central Region office for staff person #1. A disclosure statement was signed by staff person #2. Facility Person #4 has been terminated from their childcare position at the facility.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit located in the Multipurpose school-age classroom was located on a table in the corner of the room and accessible to children. The first aid kit located in the "Under the Sea" preschool classroom was hanging on a low hook next to the table near the bathroom door and accessible to children. The first aid kit located in the "Jungle" preschool classroom was hanging on the back of a chair and accessible to children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All first-aid kit have been moved and are inaccessible to all children in all areas.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.82(h)/3270.82(i) - Handwashing signs/Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)/3270.82(i)

Description: Handwashing signs/Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: The staff bathroom did not have a posted hand washing sign or a lidded waste receptacle.

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. A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff bathroom hand washing sign has been posted and lidded waste receptacle has been added into staff bathroom.
2024-03-12 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was conducted at least once every 30 days. The manual test conducted between 11/01/2023 - 12/04/2023 exceeded 30 days.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We are now in compliance with manual test of the fire detection system requirements.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: The initial health report for child #1 was not received within 60 days following the first day of attendance (see LIS code sheet); the health report on file was dated 02/20/2023. An initial health report was not on file for child #3 within 60 days following the first day of attendance (see LIS code sheet); the file included an immunization record dated 09/01/2022 in lieu of a complete health report.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will request a health report for child #3. Updated health reports will be received within to 60 days of official enrollment.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 3rd dose of HepB, a 3rd & 4th dose of DTap, a 3rd dose of Hib, a 3rd & 4th dose of PCV13, a 3rd dose of Polio and a 1st and 2nd HepA immunization.

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.)
Director requested completed immunization record from parent. Parent provided copy of updated immunization record to director and updated information was placed in child's file.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9, #10, and #11 who completed the previous health and safety pre-service training modules prior to October 4, 2022, did not complete the 1-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director had Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9, #10 and #11 complete the additional 1 hour health and safety training requirement.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #6, #10 and #11, hired prior to 12/19/2020, did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training from 12/19/2021 - 12/19/2022. Staff person #6 had documentation of 8 hours of training. Staff person #10 had 0 hours of acceptable training, and staff person #11 had documentation of 4 hours of training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #6, #10, and #11 completed the required number of training hours.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1, #3 and #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid & CPR; the training was completed on 11/08/2022. Staff person #7 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): "Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality". The file for staff person #7 included the 6-hour "Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification" which was completed on 07/27/2016 and does not count toward the new Health and Safety Professional Development (PD) requirement.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #7 will have until 04/26/2023 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #7, staff person #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #7 will complete the required training. Going Forward Director will make sure that new hires complete the professional development within the 90 days. Director will have new hire complete professional development prior to working alone with children.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, who has resided outside of PA in the previous 60 months, did not include out of state clearances within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of the NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire, the NSOR was requested on 03/31/2022. The file for staff person #2 included a Child Abuse clearance which was not completed prior to their first day working with children (see LIS code sheet); the Child Abuse clearance on file was dated 10/12/2022. The file for staff person #7 included a State Police Clearance and FBI clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current State Police Clearance is dated 03/01/2023 and the previous was dated 09/25/2017. The current FBI clearance is dated 03/02/2023 and the previous was dated 10/24/2017. The file for staff person #10 included a State Police Clearance and FBI clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current State Police Clearance is dated 02/20/2023 and the previous was dated 09/25/2017. The current FBI clearance is dated 03/10/2023 and the previous was dated 10/12/2017.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 was suspended of duties with working with children at the center. Staff person #1 was required to obtain all required hiring documents including clearances and NSOR. Staff received all proper documents relating to protective services.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.68(b) - No cigarette butts Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.68(b)

Description: No cigarette butts

Noncompliance Area: Observed cigarette butts in the outdoor play space.

Correction Required: Ashes and cigarette or cigar butts are prohibited in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facilitator cleaned outside space that includes playing space for children . Spaces are now free from cigarette butts. Administrator created safety check list for facilitator to use when checking playing area to make sure area is free and clear from cigarette butts.
2023-03-21 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed food wrappers and other trash and debris inside 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.)
Facilitator cleaned outside space that includes playing space for children . Spaces are now free from trash and debris. Administrator created safety check list for facilitator to use when checking playing area to make sure area is free and clear from trash and debris.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.131(a)(4) - Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)(4)

Description: Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance

Noncompliance Area: The initial health report for child #1 was not dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations). The health report on file was dated 03/13/2019.

Correction Required: The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Receive proper physical for child #1.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for staff person #2, was an after visit summary which did not state that the health assessment included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or the assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An adult health assessment for staff #1 has been received and includes the communicable diseases results.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person at the time of initial hire.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
2 written references were added to staff person #1's file.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 03/15/2022, observed in the upstairs school-age classroom, the use of multiple power strips "daisy chained". Along the right wall of the classroom, 7 power strips were "daisy chained" together, each one was plugged into the previous one. Computers and computer accessories were also plugged in to the row of power strips. At the back wall of the classroom observed an aquarium which was plugged into a power strip and two additional power strips were plugged into one power strip which was plugged into a wall outlet. In the downstairs school age classroom I observed a row of 3 power strips' "daisy chained" into one another with computers and computer accessories plugged into the power strips. "Daisy chaining" is the connection of two or more extension cords or power strips. Daisy chaining is usually a result of inadequate access to power outlets and can lead to overloaded circuits and can create a fire risk.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Additional outlets plugs were installed to correct the safety hazards of too many devices that were plug into the power strips . All staff were advised not too Daisey Chain any plugs at any time.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 included a receipt that the staff person was finger printed on 03/11/2022 which was after the staff person's first day working with children. The results of the FBI clearance was not on file. The file for staff person #1 did not include the results of the NSOR clearance which were requested on 12/01/2021. The file for staff person #3 did not include documentation of the request for the NSOR clearance to be hired provisionally. The results of the NSOR clearance on file was dated 01/20/2022.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 and #2 have been suspended until all required documentation is obtained.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Observed electrical outlets in the boys and girls bathrooms located in the back hallway which did not have protective receptacle covers which were accessible to children 5 years of age & younger.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Protective receptacle covers will be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
2022-03-15 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed bolts in the corner of the gate surrounding the playground which protrude into the playground creating a hazard. Observed the fence rail was detached at the corner next to the building. Observed a large gap at the bottom of the fence. Observed a broken latch on the staff door in the Ladies bathroom in the front hallway.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The new fence was installed with protective requirement on

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No. ChildcareCenter only provides information, so enrolment questions, tuition questions and job enquiries need to go to the provider directly using the contact details on their listing. We cannot forward them and we cannot share contact details a provider has not published.

I run a daycare — how do I correct or remove my listing?

Use suggest an update on your listing to correct any detail, or claim the listing to manage it yourself. If you have closed or no longer provide care, contact us and we will update the listing to show that.

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