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Curious Kaleidoscope Playschool Llc

Irwin, PA · Westmoreland County
9799 Laurel Ave, Irwin, PA 15642
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Quick Facts

Capacity
87 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (724) 765-4214
9799 Laurel Ave
Irwin, PA 15642
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00245544
License Issued
Dec 27, 2025
Active Through
Dec 27, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 4

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About the Provider

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Curious Kaleidoscope Playschool Llc is a Child Care Center in Irwin PA, with a maximum capacity of 87 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-16 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 form for Child #1 lacked the release person addresses for two of the release persons listed.

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.)
The emergency contact form for Child 1 has been updated to include the missing addresses for both release persons. Effective immediately, all emergency contact forms will be reviewed at enrollment and annually to ensure that each release person listed includes a full name, address, and telephone number. The director will audit child files monthly to verify that all emergency contact information is complete and current.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The most recent immunization record on file for Child #2 lacked 1 of their 4 recommended DTAP vaccinations and their recommended Hepatitis A vaccination. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #2 will be dismissed from care at close of business on 9.16.25.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immunization record for Child 2 has been updated, and the parent has been instructed to provide either documentation of the missing DTAP and Hepatitis A vaccinations or a hand written exemption letter. Effective immediately, the director will review all immjnization records upon enrollment and annually to ensure they are current and complete. Parents will be notified in writing when immunizations are due and children will not be permitted to remain in care without proper documentation of required immunizations or an approved exemption on file.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health assessment for Staff Person 4 has been updated to include documentation of an examination for communicable diseases. Effective immediately, no staff person will be permitted to begin work until a complete health assessment form, including communicable disease clearance is on file. The director will review all staff health assessments at hire and annually to ensure all required information is documented, and monthly personnel file audits will be conducted to maintain compliance.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 lacked one written, nonfamily reference. One of the two written references on file was completed by a relative and therefore unacceptable as a nonfamily reference.

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.)
The file for Staff Person 3 has been updated to include a second written nonfamily reference, replacing the relative's reference that was not acceptable. Effective immediately, all new staff files will be reviewed by the director before the employee's start date to ensure that two written, nonfamily references are on file. A hiring checklist has been implemented to verify that all references meet requirements, and their director will conduct quarterly personnel file audits to maintain compliance.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the NSOR Certificates for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between Certificates dated 8.11.20 and 8.26.25. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked verification that they had requested their FBI Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The completed FBI Clearance on file was dated 15 days after starting at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person 1 NSOR certificate was updated on 8/26/2025 and is now in compliance. Going forward, the director will maintain a compliance calendar and review staff files monthly to ensure NSORS certificates are renewed with in the required 60 months. Staff Person 4 FBI clearance is now on file. Effective immediately, documentation of the FBI clearance request will be required and placed in the staff file prior to the employee's first day, and a hiring checklist has been implemented to ensure all clearances are completed before staff begin work.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of education to qualify them for the position they were identified to be performing.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for Staff Person 2 has been updated to include verification of their education and qualifications required for the position. Going forward, the director will ensure that all staff files contain documentation of education, training, and experience prior to assignment of duties. A hiring checklist has been implemented to confirm that verification of education and qualifications is obtained and filed before staff begin employment. Monthly file audits will be conducted to maintain compliance.
2025-09-16 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the downstairs classroom, three bookbags were observed to contain items labeled Keep Out of Reach of children. These items included a Eucerin Eczema Cream and three sunscreens. The bookbags were accessible to children receiving care in the downstairs childcare space.

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 items labeled " Keep Out of Reach of Children" (including sunscreens and creams) were immediately removed from accessible bookbags and placed out of reach of children. Staff have been reminded that no medication, ointments or toxic materials may be stored in children's belongings or within reach od children. Effective immediately, staff will check book bags upon arrival to ensure no restricted items are accessible, and the director will conduct random room checks to verify ongoing compliance.
2025-08-27 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: At approximately 9:35am, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for 7 young toddlers in the Young Toddler area of the Upstairs Classroom. When asked if Staff were assigned the responsibility for specific children Staff Person #1 reported that they only knew 3 of the children's names. Staff Person #2 reported that they knew 6 of the 7 children's names. The staff had not been assigned responsibility to specific children. One child was unaccounted for by both staff when the children were identified.

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.)
To ensure compliance with regulation 3270.113(a)(1), each staff member will be assigned responsibility for the direct supervision of specific children. 1. Child assignment: Effective immediately, all children in the Young Toddler room will be assigned to a designated staff person. A written roster will be maintained daily, documenting which staff member is responsible for each child. 2. Name and face recognition: Staff will be required to learn and use names of all children in their care. Director will verify that each staff member can identify every child in their assigned group 3. Training: All staff will participate in a training session on child supervision and accountability. Training will include strategies for ensuring constant awareness of children's whereabouts and the importance of knowing each child. 4. Monitoring and Accountability: The classroom teachers will review child assignments daily and ensure proper coverage. The director will conduct periotic spot checks to confirm staff can identify all children present.
2025-02-28 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.166(5) - Six-months-old held Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(5)

Description: Six-months-old held

Noncompliance Area: An infant, reported to be 6 months of age, was observed to be drinking from a bottle on a boppy pillow on the floor. The child was not being held while bottle fed.

Correction Required: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The infant was immediately picked up and held while they finished their bottle.
2025-02-28 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.72(b) - Screened Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(b)

Description: Screened

Noncompliance Area: The door leading from the downstairs child care space to the outdoor play space was observed to be open. The door did not have a screen in place.

Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The door was immediately closed.
2024-09-23 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 lacked an initial health report within 60 days of starting at the facility. The initial health report was dated 91 days after enrollment at the facility.

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.)
The child has a current health assessment on file at this time. The Provider's Plan of Correction is that 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.
2024-09-23 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 #2, an older toddler, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent health report was dated 6.28.23.

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.)
The parent has provided a current health report for the child.
2024-09-23 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: An expired Auvi-Q medication was observed in the medication box in the first level classroom.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication was returned to the parent. The parent has provided a new medication.
2024-09-23 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: Written parental consent was missing for an Auvi-Q and a bottle of Cetrizine observed in the medication box in the First Level Classroom.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Provider's Plan of Correction will be that the parent will provide written consent to administer medication or a special diet.
2024-09-23 Renewal 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 #2 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening that had been completed within 12 months prior to starting at the facility.

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 Person #2 has an appointment scheduled to complete a current health assessment and tuberculosis screening. The Provider's Plan of Correction is that the 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.

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