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Esteemed Early Childcare And Learning Center

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
6371 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
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Capacity
19 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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📞 (267) 748-2102
6371 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00248194
License Issued
Oct 19, 2025
Active Through
Oct 19, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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ESTEEMED EARLY CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER is a Child Care Center in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 19 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:30 AM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:30 AM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:30 AM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:30 AM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:30 AM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.111(c)/3270.112 - Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.112

Description: Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 08/13/25, it was observed that the infants who were strapped in bouncy seats were not given choices of developmental activities that provided stimulation geared to their age level.

Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will follow daily schedule even when state inspector arrives.
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) - No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(c)/3270.113(d)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that staff person #2 spoke to children harshly with a raised voice.

Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member was addressed and corrected of raised tone despite the relationship that the staff had with the child/child's family outside of the childcare center.
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include a Child Service Report.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child service report was completed. child no longer enrolled in program
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not include name, 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.)
Parent added physician; parent stated that she did not know what doctor she wanted for the child because he is a newborn but parent added the new physician
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include the policy number and child #3 did not include 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.)
Policy number updated on children's forms
2025-08-13 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: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #3 did not include 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.)
Addresses updated for pick up persons on emergency contact form
2025-08-13 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: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health report at least every 12 months. Document dated 4/22/24.

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.)
Updated health report in file
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.

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.)
High School diploma is in staff file
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include 12 clock hours of childcare training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person no longer employed
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person completed fire safety on 8/14/25 since fire safety expired 8/12/25. Staff person no longer employed at facility.
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include an updated Disclosure statement.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person has signed a new disclosure statement, and it has been put in their file.
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an evaluation within the last year.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evaluation was completed, but staff person is no longer employed.
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that there were 2 staff with 14 children: 2 infants, 3 young toddlers, 1 older toddler and 8 preschool children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Call out students from attending, if staff member calls out or will be late arriving to work
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.61(h) - Exceeding Capacity Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(h)

Description: Exceeding Capacity

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that the group in the front classroom exceeded the capacity established for this indoor space (10).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children were taken to their respective rooms.
2025-08-13 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/25, it was observed that there was peeling paint near base board by side door.

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.)
Tape was placed over it as a temporary fix; until it's able to get repainted
2025-04-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 4/9/25 in that the records of staff #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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 did not return to job position. No longer works at facility
2025-04-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 4/9/25 in that the records of staff person #1 did not contain the application for, or the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance.

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 childcare 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 did not return to job position. No longer works at our facility
2025-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.119

Description: Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 3/13/25, child #1 was observed to be asleep in a position not recommended by the Academy of Pediatrics. Child was asleep in a bouncy seat.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
If child falls asleep in seat (prior to being laid down), staff will immediately place child in crib or on cot.
2025-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 3/13/25 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: Health and safety Part1 and Part 2 and Pediatric First Aid 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.)
Staff person #1 previously completed health & safety training and was not able to access account within first week of her working. Also previously completed First Aid/CPR and was waiting on actual documents to be released to her.
2025-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Non 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: During the unannounced inspection on 3/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff #1 did not contain an initial health assessment and record of Tuberculosis screening.

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 #1 has TB screening and it was in folder. Staff person #1 had health assessment scheduled and completed.
2025-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 3/13/25, it was observed that the records of staff #1 did not include verification of education.

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 #1 has high school diploma in file
2025-03-13 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 3/13/25, it was observed that staff person #1 was working unsupervised. The records of staff person #1 did not contain the application for, or the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance.

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. 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.)
Staff person #1 has requested an additional copy of FBI clearance
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24 it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3, child #4 & child #5 did not include the 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.)
Have parents/guardians write health insurance coverage and policy numbers on emergency contact forms, even though we have health insurance cards on file.
2024-08-13 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: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3, and child #5 did not include 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.)
Have parents/guardians fill out the addresses of other persons designated to pick up child.
2024-08-13 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: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24 it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health assessment. Document dated 8/9/2023.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's health report was in file and dated from February 2024
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter 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.)
Staff person #3 has completed the required pre-service training.
2024-08-13 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: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24 and the records of staff person #3 did not include a health assessment and screening for Tuberculosis. The records of staff person #2 did not include an updated health assessment. Documents dated 2/8/2022.

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 #3 has health assessment and TB screening Staff person #2 no longer employed at our facility effective 8/23/24.
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not include an updated emergency contact and the records of child #4 did not include an updated fee agreement.

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.)
All forms updated and completed
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include verification of education.

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 #3 has a high school transcript from School District of Philadelphia in file (due to misplacing HS diploma)
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include and updated Mandated reporter. Document dated 3/3/2019 It was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include the Application for the Federal Bureau of investigations (FBI) clearance, the PA State Police criminal clearance, and the National Sex Offender registry clearance as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: 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. 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.)
Complete mandated reporter training for staff person #1. Staff person #3 had all clearances at the time of inspection
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain a staff evaluation.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person is a seasonal employee. Only employed in summer months (June-August) but a quarterly staff evaluation can still be provided (if allowed). Employee has not worked at the facility for a full 12 months. Ensure that employess working for a full 12 months have their yearly staff evaluation.
2024-08-13 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, it was observed that there were holes in the walls in the hallway.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Holes in the wall were fixed
2023-12-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/28/23, Continued non-compliance was observed in that the records of staff person #1 did not include the applications for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearances as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #2 did not include the applications for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 & facility person #2 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clearances were obtained by employees. Staff person #2 has been terminated effective 12/21/23.
2023-11-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Non 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: During the inspection on 11/8/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include a health assessment and record of Tuberculosis testing.

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 persons have scheduled appointments for physicals and TB testing.
2023-11-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/8/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include 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.)
Childcare verification is in staff files.
2023-11-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/8/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and 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.)
Staff references will be received via email.
2023-11-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 11/8/23 during the unannounced inspection in that the records of staff person #1 did not include updated Fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire safety was completed online.
2023-11-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 11/8/23, staff person #1 was observed working alone with children and the records of Staff person #1 did not include the State Police Criminal Record, Child Abuse clearance, Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearances and Disclosure statement or applications for clearances as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #2 did not include the state Child Abuse, Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR), out of state clearances (Florida) and disclosure statement or applications for clearances as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 and #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. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person completed PA state police clearance on 11/1/23. FBI and Child Abuse ckearance should be submitted on 12/1/23. NSOR was applied for on 11/1/23. Staff person #2 has child Abuse 11/3/23; NSOR 10/30/23; PA state police 11/1/23; FBI clearance is pending further review.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 10/17/23 in that there was no written policy to address the recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Strategies for coping with crying, fussy or distraught child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

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.)
Policy is present and was emailed to the inspector.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Non 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: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23, in that the records of staff person #3 did not contain a health assessment and record of Tuberculosis screening.

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 #3 is no longer employed at the facility.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23 in that there was no written notification of safe routes document posted in the facility.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Safe routes document sent to inspector and posted at the front/main door of the facility.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.18(a) - On file at facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 10/17/23 in that there was no document presented to verify that there was comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
General liability insurance was effective since opening facility. Was emailed to inspector.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.181(a) - Each child Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(a)

Description: Each child

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23 in that there was no individual file for child #3, child #4, and 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.)
Files emailed to inspector
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23 in that the record of staff person #2 and staff Person #3 did not include verification of child care 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.)
Staff persons #2 and #3 are no longer employed at facility
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23 in that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include verification of education for a Group supervisor.

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.)
Staff persons #2 and #3 no longer employed at the facility.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23 in that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 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 persons #2 and #3 no longer employed at the facility.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23, in that there was no document on file at the facility to verify that an Emergency drill was conducted annually.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider completed and emailed to inspector.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/17/23, in that the records of staff person #1, and staff person #3 did not include training regarding the emergency plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 is no longer employed at the facility. Staff person #1 is trained and forms updated.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 10/17/23 during the unannounced inspection in that the records of the records of Staff person #2 did not include an acceptable Pediatric First Aid training. The records of staff person #3 did not include training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons #2 and #3 are no longer employes at the facility
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 10/17/23 during the unannounced inspection in that the records of staff person #1 did not include updated Fire safety training. Training dated 4/1/21. The records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Online Fire safety was completed for staff #1. Staff #2 and #3 no longer employed at facility.
2023-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 10/17/23 during the unannounced inspection in that the records of staff person #2 did not contain the Federal bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #3 did not contain the State Police clearance, the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance, The Disclosure statement, and Mandated reporter training 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 # 2 and #3 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.)
Staff persons #2 and ## are no longer employed.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not contain an updated health report. Report dated 6/7/21.

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.)
Director had requested updated health report from the parent. Document was submitted from the following month and was placed in child's file.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no written policy to address the recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Strategies for coping with crying, fussy or distraught child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

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.)
The policy will be created and placed on the wall
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Non 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: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not contain a health assessment and record of Tuberculosis screening.

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.)
Results placed in staff file Test placed on 8/18/23 and read on 8/21/23
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no written notification of safe routes document posted in the facility.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation plans includes safe routes/locations. This plan was placed on walls in each room
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.176(a) - Insured Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.176(a)

Description: Insured

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that no document presented to verify the current insurance and registration for vehicle listed used to transport children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Insurance and registration were obtained and placed in file.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.18(a) - On file at facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no document presented to verify that there was comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity does have general liability Insurance and certificate will remain in file cabinet.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.181(a) - Each child Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(a)

Description: Each child

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no individual file for child #3, child #4, and 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.)
Files for all children were placed back into file cabinet. Director removed files to review and scan to send to inspector.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.191 - Individual Records Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no record on file at the facility for staff person #4 and staff person #5.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Files for all staff were placed back into file cabinet. Director removed files to review and scan to send to inspector.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the record of staff person #2 and staff Person #3 did not include verification of child care 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.)
Childcare verification was placed back into the files
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/2323, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include verification of education for a Group supervisor.

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.)
Provider is working on obtaining HS Diploma or letter from the school district of Philadelphia
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 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.)
References were placed in the files from 8/7/23 and previous months.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.21/3270.95(a) - General Health and Safety/Devices must be compliant Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.95(a)

Description: General Health and Safety/Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no document presented to verify the annual inspection of the fire detection system and the smoke detector in the basement appeared to be broken- cover was off and wires exposed.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Owner of the building has acquired a new fire alarm monitoring company and annual inspection certificate will be posted with fire drill log. Owner has corrected issues in basement.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the location designated by the legal Entity on the Emergency plan for Shelter in place was not appropriate to provide care, since the air in the basement was not controlled and the top step to access the basement was shaky and not secure.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has designated a new shelter in place location. Originally altered due to building/basement being under construction.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, there was no document on file at the facility to verify that an Emergency drill was conducted annually.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Document was in file cabinet. It will be visible to anyone entering by being placed on the wall.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include training regarding the emergency plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have emergency plan training document in staff files as soon as it is completed. Files will be reviewed each year(at the end of the year).
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was no document presented to verify that the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan to the county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Copy of emergency plan sent to the county emergency management agency.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of the records of Staff person #2 did not include an acceptable Pediatric First Aid training. The records of staff person #3 did not include training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Pediatric First Aid/CPR if in the files of staff person #2 and staff person #3
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include updated Fire safety training. Training dated 4/1/21. The records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Was told that fire safety was no longer required, but if that is incorrect staff will obtain the training within the next week
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not contain the Federal bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance as required by the CPSL. The records of staff person #3 did not contain the State Police clearance, the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance, The Disclosure statement, and Mandated reporter training as required by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 & #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documents/clearances placed in file.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.34(a) - Director responsibilities Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)

Description: Director responsibilities

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the Director was not present at the facility during the inspection, nor was the staff person (#3) designated by the Director present at the time of the inspection in the Director's absence.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for the general management of the facility, including the minimum duties described at §3270.34(a)(1) - (6).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have a second person in charge when/if the Director or staff person (3) is not present. Staff person (#3) had a last-minute emergency. Director had a scheduled appointment.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the outlets in the front room were uncovered next to mantel and near entrance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Outlets were covered with plastic protective covers.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the radiator under window in front room.

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.)
Radiator cover was re-painted.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 8/23/23, it was observed that the entrance to the basement (shelter in place location) was blocked by boxes and cots and two exits to the side yard were blocked by boxes of unknown items.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Boxes and cots were moved from both places.
2022-08-09 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2022-02-02 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During a follow up visit child #1,2,3,4,5 and 6 were left alone in the backroom napping with mask on. There were no staff assignment sheets as facility person #2 stated they both watching all children.

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.)
Legal entity will have all staff complete supervision training referred by OCDEL. Legal entity will submit completion of training to OCDEL.
2022-02-02 Renewal 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: During a follow up visit facility person #2 was in a ratio of 1:9 (2 infants, 4 younger toddler and 2 older toddlers) when the ratio should have been 1:4 (infants) and 1:5 (younger toddlers) and 1:6 (older toddlers). During a second follow up visit 6 children (older and younger toddlers) were alone in the dark in the back room sleep with mask on unsupervised.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will have all staff take training on proper ratio. Legal entity will submit evidence of completed training and keep on file at the facility at all times.
2022-02-02 Renewal 3270.54(a) - Two facility persons present in facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.54(a)

Description: Two facility persons present in facility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the unannounced visit only facility person #2 was present with 9 children.

Correction Required: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Legal entity will ensure that there are at least two people in the facility when there are two or more children in care.

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