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Com Academy Llc

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 416-8051
Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00258632
License Issued
Jul 12, 2026
Active Through
Jul 12, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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COM ACADEMY LLC is a Family Child Care in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2 and child #3 did not contain an updated child service report to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure all children's files have child service reports on hand in their file as well as updated agreements
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 contained the original agreement.

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.)
I plan to make sure parent keeps the original copy of the agreement, and the program keeps a copy on file.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of 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.)
Provider will reach out to parents more consistently to get the most up to date information on file.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #3 and child #4 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To ensure all child's files have the most up to date information necessary
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain an updated health report at least every 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will submit an updated health report to have on file. for all
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.181(a) - Each child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(a)

Description: Each child

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that there was no individual record for child #5.

Correction Required: An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has recovered the child's file, and it is now stored in the facility with their records.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain an updated emergency contact form and financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure children #1, #2 and #3 contain all updated forms listed in this violation and it's updated every 6 months.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that the records of staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. Document presented dated 1/15/2025

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will have their emergency training on file at all times.
2026-05-21 Renewal 3280.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/21/26, it was observed that there was no soap in the first aid kit.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I plan to add the necessary items to the first aid kit to be in compliance. Soaps bandages, gauze will be added in the kit.
2026-04-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.67(c) - No insects or rodents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.67(c)

Description: No insects or rodents

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that there was evidence of mice droppings and dead mice in the facility.

Correction Required: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider fully sanitized the building and scheduled pest control treatments and keep all surfaces clean.
2026-04-23 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that the floor in the facility is not in good repair in the food prep area and in front of bathroom. There is a hole in the wall by the back door and in the bathroom.

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.)
Provider contacted the landlord and had their team repair any hazardous areas, holes, flooring or walls in distress.
2026-04-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 4/23/26, it was observed that there was no document to verify that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days.

Correction Required: Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drill was completed.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.123(a)(1)/3280.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(1)/3280.123(a)(2)

Description: Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged and the date on which the fee is to be paid. The records of child #4 did not specify amount of the fee to be charged.

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.)
Child files now contain and specify fees to be charged weekly.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The records of child #4 did not include the name, address and telephone number 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's file now has all physician information listed, and emergency contact is filled out.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of 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.)
Child #1, ##, #4 and #5 files now have work numbers and addresses of the parents.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include a policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. The records of child #4 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Policy number has been add4ed to the child's records and put in their file as well as health insurance information.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #5 did not include name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The records of child #4 did not include address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 and #5 now has updated files on site with names, addresses and telephones of the persons to be released to.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.181(a) - Each child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(a)

Description: Each child

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal on 5/13/25, it was observed that there was no record on file for child #2.

Correction Required: An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 now has a record on file at the facility. Child no longer attends facility
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.181(d) - Dated signature affixed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(d)

Description: Dated signature affixed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not contain a financial agreement with a dated signature to the record.

Correction Required: Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
File for child #4 now contains a financial agreement signed.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.182(3)/3280.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's record has been completed and signed by the parent for administration of minor first aid and emergency procedures
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 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.)
Verification of age is now in staff person #2's file
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25 it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include verification of 2 years of childcare experience.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff now have files that include verification of 2 years of childcare experience.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include a health assessment and the results of Tuberculin skin tests or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Correction Required: 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 have received their health assessments and TB tests and has been added to their files.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure 2 nonfamily references are in staff persons files at all times
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of completion of pediatric First Aid & CPR.

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 has now completed the required Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include the Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Missing clearances have been corrected and added to the staff's files.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.69(a) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.69(a)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 4/13/25, it was observed that the water temperature exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temped at 124 degrees Fahrenheit.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Water temperature has been corrected and does not exceed 110degrees Fahrenheit in areas accessible to children.
2025-05-13 Renewal 3280.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/13/25, it was observed that the first aid kits did not contain soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
First aid kits now contain soap and water and all bandages, gauze, for emergencies.
2024-09-18 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed to be working alone with children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to working unsupervised (Building Blocks: Health & Safety training and Pediatric First Aid & CPR training).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider plan is to obtain and keep the most up to date files in place for staff
2024-09-18 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.32(a) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.32(a)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were working alone with children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not present the clearances that are required prior to working unsupervised with children.

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. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 & Facility person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider plan is to ensure files are up to date with hiring documents. Staff no longer working at facility
2024-09-18 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that there were no individual record presented for Staff person #1 and staff person #2.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To return records to facility after taking to be worked on. Staff no longer working at facility
2024-09-18 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.33(a) - Each staff person meets quals Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.33(a)

Description: Each staff person meets quals

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that Staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not present their qualifications for the position in which they were performing.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Submit information for staff files. Staff were gathering documents. Staff no longer working at facility
2024-09-18 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.64 - Outside Walkways Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.64

Description: Outside Walkways

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 9/18/24, it was observed that there were equipment and other hazards on the landing outside the rear door egress.

Correction Required: Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will do routine checks to ensure outside rear egress is clear and free of hazards.
2024-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 7/17/24 in that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of education and verification of childcare experience

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 has education and has showed completed high school credits (letter of verification)
2024-06-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 6/24/24, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Building Blocks Health and safety training).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will contact the registry to get the status of the document to make sure staff person has all credentials for employment.
2024-06-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.32(a) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Comply with CPSL Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.32(a)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 6/24/24, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the National Sex Offender registry clearance as required by the CPSL. The record of staff person #1 did not include a completed disclosure statement.

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. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person will take necessary training
2024-06-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 6/24/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of education and verification of childcare experience

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 has education and has showed completed High school credits. School has since closed and staff does not have another copy of diploma.
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.106 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.106

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/2024, it was observed that there was no thermometer in the refrigerator to monitor temperatures.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A thermometer was placed in the fridge.
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician.

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.)
Have parents enter the physician information on the form
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will keep insurance information up to date and in record.
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality or Revised 2022 and Pediatric First Aid & CPR trainings.

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.)
Provider will ensure that staff person has completed pre-service training. staff #1is no longer at the program
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not include an updated emergency contact and financial agreement. Documents dated 7/23/23, 7/25/23, 1/11/23, and 3/19/23 respectively.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have parents update the documents.
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.182(2) - Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.182(2)

Description: Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not include the admission dates.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure all dates will be on child's file.
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 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.)
A copy of staff person's identification will stay in file
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

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.)
Verified childcare experience will be present in the files. Staff is no longer at the program
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of education.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Diploma will be in the file
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include a health assessment and record of TB testing.

Correction Required: 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 will have TB/Physical in their files. Staff is no longer at the program
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will have references in file. Staff is no longer at the program
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include emergency plan training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has received training in the emergency plan and document has been filed. Staff #1 is no longer at the program.
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the health and safety (Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality or Revised 2022) and Pediatric First Aid training as required by the CCDBG.

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.)
Provider will update files with trainings before inspections and throughout the year. Staff is no longer at the program
2024-05-14 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/14-16/2024, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the PA State Police Clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clearances will be present in files for all staff persons. Staff is no longer at the program as of 6/11/24.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.106/3280.161(a) - Refrigerator/Wholesome Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.106/3280.161(a)

Description: Refrigerator/Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation refrigerator was not clean and food required to be frozen was being stored in it.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. 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.)
Legal entity will clean the refrigerator and remove all food that needs to be kept frozen and put in a freezer.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.16(a) - Accommodate a child with special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.16(a)

Description: Accommodate a child with special needs

Noncompliance Area: During the investigation staff confirmed that child was removed from care due to special needs the facility could not handle.

Correction Required: The operator shall make reasonable accommodation to include a child with special needs in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will review the EEO laws and properly screen children before admission to ensure any special needs or accommodations can be met.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have a file.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will ensure that facility person #2 has a complete file by 6/21/23 and a copy submitted to OCDEL for correction.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.24(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.24(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility did not have regulations posted or website to regulations posted.

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.)
Legal entity will ensure that 3280 regulations are posted in the facility in a conspicuous location.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.34(b)(1) - HS/GED + 30 credits Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.34(b)(1)

Description: HS/GED + 30 credits

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have education on file.

Correction Required: A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 obtains education and a copy is submitted to OCDEL for correction.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation, the outdoor play space was unsafe ( trash cans, trash, broken toys, poison ivy weeds).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will clean the outdoor play space and ensure that it is safe for children in care.
2023-06-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.91(b) - Protective gates if approved Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.91(b)

Description: Protective gates if approved

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation gate to exit the back had a chain and lock in it from adjacent apartment building.

Correction Required: Protective gates are permitted, if they open easily and are not disapproved by building codes or local ordinances.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will contact landlord to gain access to remove lock so that it can be used as a proper exit.
2023-05-31 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.106/3280.161(a) - Refrigerator/Wholesome Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.106/3280.161(a)

Description: Refrigerator/Wholesome

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation refrigerator was not clean and food required to be frozen was being stored in it.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. 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.)
Legal entity will clean the refrigerator and remove all food that needs to be kept frozen and put in a freezer.
2023-05-31 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.16(a) - Accommodate a child with special needs Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.16(a)

Description: Accommodate a child with special needs

Noncompliance Area: During the investigation staff confirmed that child was removed from care due to special needs the facility could not handle.

Correction Required: The operator shall make reasonable accommodation to include a child with special needs in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will review the EEO laws and properly screen children before admission to ensure any special needs or accommodations can be met.
2023-05-31 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation, the outdoor play space was unsafe ( trash cans, trash, broken toys, poison ivy weeds).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will clean the outdoor play space and ensure that it is safe for children in care.
2023-05-31 Complaints- Legal Location 3280.91(b) - Protective gates if approved Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.91(b)

Description: Protective gates if approved

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation gate to exit the back had a chain and lock in it from adjacent apartment building.

Correction Required: Protective gates are permitted, if they open easily and are not disapproved by building codes or local ordinances.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will contact landlord to gain access to remove lock so that it can be used as a proper exit.
2023-05-11 Renewal 3280.191 - Individual Records Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have a file.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will ensure that facility person #2 has a complete file by 6/21/23 and a copy submitted to OCDEL for correction.
2023-05-11 Renewal 3280.24(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.24(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility did not have regulations posted or website to regulations posted.

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.)
Legal entity will ensure that 3280 regulations are posted in the facility in a conspicuous location.
2023-05-11 Renewal 3280.34(b)(1) - HS/GED + 30 credits Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.34(b)(1)

Description: HS/GED + 30 credits

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have education on file.

Correction Required: A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 obtains education and a copy is submitted to OCDEL for correction.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, a plastic bag was present in the little playhouse with gears on it.

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, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plastic bag in the little house has been removed.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and a continuity of operations statement.

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, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
As a provider I will make sure to address volunteer emergency preparedness training and drills by including all drills and training in the emergency plans.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not contain an initial health assessment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person now has health assessment and PPD on file.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not contain verification of age.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person now has their identification on file.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.26(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not state the shelter in place location in the facility and the plan did not include a "lockdown" procedure.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plan of correction is to make sure the emergency plan has a shelter in place for the facility and a procedure for "lockdown" as well.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.26(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not address the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
From here on out I plan to address the accommodations for infants, toddlers and all children with disabilities, and with chronic medical conditions.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence on file that Staff person #1 was trained on the facility's emergency plan at initial hire.

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, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has been trained on the emergency plan and has practiced the procedures in case of any emergency.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.192(6) - Age and training/Content of Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.192(6)

Description: Age and training/Content of Records

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence on file that Staff person #1 has completed a training by a professional in the field of Pediatric First-Aid and CPR.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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. A record shall include a copy of records of training required by the Department, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has been trained and has current certifications for their CPR/First Aid.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no evidence on file that Staff person #1 has completed professional development training in the Health and Safety topics required.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has completed health and safety trainings.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include verification of 2 years of child care experience in order to qualify as a primary staff person.

Correction Required: A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2 years of experience has been verified.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, two large A/C units were present in the outdoor playspace and accessible to children. One of the A/C units had a small pipe protruding from the unit and there was also an area under the steps next to the A/C units that was unsafe.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The A/C units are non-accessible to children as of now and are concealed with gates.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, protective receptacle covers were missing in the unused outlets of the surge protector located under the large white table near the kitchen area. There was no protective cover in the unused outlet on the wall of the facility bathroom.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The protective receptacle covers are now on the unused outlets.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, the cabinet under the bathroom sink contained 3 bottles of Clorox spray, Ajax powder cleaner and Febreeze spray that was not locked and accessible to children. A&D ointment , J&J lotion, shampoo and Aveeno lotion was located on the lower shelves of the diapering table accessible to children; the classroom sink in the cabinet contained Windex, Lysol cleaner, Pinesol and Lysol Wipes accessible to children; Lysol wipes were located on the grey plastic shelf and on the large white table accessible to children; the cabinets under the kitchen sink contained Windex, Fabluoso cleaner, and Mazalo Oil accessible to the children: a tye dye kit was accessible to the children in the toy area of the childcare space.

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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance,

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All of the items that were found are now in a safe place not accessible to children anymore and are put away.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, two first aid kits were observed on the lower shelves of diapering table accessible to children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be inaccessible to children, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The first aid kits are now in a safe place not in the reach of any children.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, soap was missing from the two first aid kits located in the facility.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The first aid kit now has soap in them and are fully equipped with everything.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, Dirt, cob webs and dead flies were present in the window areas of the front of the facility and in the side window near the tent. - The parameter of the facility was dirty with debris. - A plastic wrapper was present on the floor near the toy bin. - A nail and bolts were present on the floor. - Outlet by the play kitchen set was loose from the wall. - Floor board by the back door was loose from the wall. - piece of sheetrock over the bathroom door was hanging. - handrails outside leading to playspace is rough with pinch points and splinters - leaves, debris, old dirty mats, broken equipment and an old rusty metal pole was present in the playspace. - metal hooks were protruding from the brick wall outside of the back door leading to the playspace

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, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cobb Webs are now gone and clean. Facility is clean free of debris. No nails or bolts are around. Mats are clean, floor board is tight, no hanging sheet rock anymore, Handrails are covered.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, peeling paint was present on the outside steps and platform leading to the play space.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The peeling paint has been covered and repainted also.
2022-11-29 Initial review 3280.80 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.80

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: On 11/29/2022, during the initial inspection, there was no visual strip or other visual identification on the front door glass located in the childcare space.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space, prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A decal has now been added to the door for safety.

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In most cases the provider’s direct number is included in their listing. When it is not, we list the number of the Child Care Licensing Program — you may call that number for more information, or search for the provider online.

Will ChildcareCenter pass a message on to a provider for me?

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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