Creative Minds Montessori School - Pottstown PA Child Care Center

1374 COMMERCE DR # A , POTTSTOWN PA 19464
(610) 327-0717

About the Provider

Description: We provide early education rooted in the values and philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00176352
  • Capacity: 153
  • State Rating: 2
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, American Sign Language, Spanish
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 19
  • District Office Phone: (484) 593-5050 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-03-25 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: ON MARCH 25, 2019 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT THAT ANSWERED THE PERTINENT QUESTIONS.

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 #1 WILL PROVIDE HEALTH ASSESSMENT, ALL STAFF WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE COMPLETE HEALTH SSESSMENTS ON FIRST DAY OF EMPLOYMENT AND EVERY 24 MONTHS.
2018-05-29 Renewal 3270.124(c)/3270.181(e) - Each child care space/Emergency master file updated Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/29/18, the emergency contact for two children observed in the infant room was not available in the child care space where the children were receiving care.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. If emergency information is updated in a master file, it shall be updated accordingly in other facility records.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact information was updated in infant room. Information will be updated in each classroom as changes occur.
2018-05-29 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/29/18, food that needed to be refrigerated (a sandwich, watermelon and yogurt) was observed in the cubby of child #1. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

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.)
All lunches will be refrigerated everyday.
2018-05-29 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/29/18, the agreement form on file for child #2 had not been updated within a 6-month period (agreement form last dated for 2/6/17).

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.)
Agreement form updated for child #2. All agreement forms will be updated every 6 months.
2018-05-29 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/29/18, the record for staff member #1 (hired 5/10/17) did not have a completed copy of the criminal state police clearance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff who do not have updated and current clearances on file, will be removed from their child care position at the facility immediately.
2018-05-29 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/29/18, water damaged ceiling tiles were observed in the infant room, bathroom of primary 2 and the indoor play area child care spaces.

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.)
Purchased a supply of paint and additional tiles. Painted ceiling tiles. Will continue to paint if stains occur.
2018-05-29 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/29/18, peeling paint was observed on the wall near the door of the elementary classroom, on the walls of the toddlers and primary 2 classrooms.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Purchased new paint. Painted damaged areas. Will paint if peeling or damaged occurs.
2017-05-10 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: DUring the renewal inspection on 5/10/17, the record for staff member #1 (hired 5/10/17) did not contain a health assessment form that included tuberculosis screening.

Correction Required: 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.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.)
We will request the physical and TB test to be completed prior to start date.
2017-05-10 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/10/17, the record for staff members #1 and #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person`s suitability to serve as a facility person. Each record contained only 1 written reference letter.

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.)
References letters received for both staff and placed on file. Staff will always have reference letters on file.
2017-05-10 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/10/17, the record for staff member #1 (hired on 5/10/17) did not include a receipt or a completed copy of the FBI clearances.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff who do not have updated and current clearances on file, will be removed from their child care position at the facility immediately. If prospective employee does not have their clearances we will order to ensure we have them.
2017-05-10 Renewal 3270.37(b) - Aide qualifications Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 5/10/17, the record for staff member #2 did not have verification of education or experience on file that qualifies the staff member for the position performing at the facility.

Correction Required: An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in 3270.37(b)(1)-(3).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will request a copy of all transcripts with all employment offers to ensure they are in files prior to the start date.

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