Description: DISCOVERY KIDS CHILDCARE CENTER INC is a Child Care Center in HARRISBURG PA, with a maximum capacity of 172 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 1/27/2020, it was observed that the beanbag in the 1's classroom was torn. CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Director did walk through and checked all classrooms for other items. 2. Teacher were reminded to remove all other items ASAP when items are torn or painted if paint is chipped. 3. Bean bag chair was removed. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020, it was observed that child 6 did not have a physical update in the previous 12 months. Most recent physical on file was dated 2/26/18 and should have been updated by 2/2019. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Director will check files monthly to make sure files are up to date. 2. Assistant Director will have parents update all emergency contacts, health assessments, and agreements. 3. Parent will provide updated health assessment. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020, it was observed that staff physicals were not obtained or updated in a timely manner. Staff person 12 had a physical on file dated 2/2/17 which expired on 2/2/19. A new physical was not completed until 9/23/19. Staff person 10 had a physical on file dated 1/25/18 which expired on 1/25/2020. Staff person 19 had a physical on file dated 1/22/18 which expired on 1/22/2020. Staff person 1 had a physical on file dated 3/1/17 which expired on 3/1/19. A new physical was not completed until 1/16/2020. Staff person 4 (start date 3/19/19) did not have a physical on file before their start date. Physical/TB on file was dated 4/10/19. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Director will make sure that all health assessments are up to date when hired and before starting in classrooms. 2. Assistant Director will check staff clearance and physical chart monthly. This will be reinforced by using a checklist for all employee files. 3. Staff persons 10 and 19 will have an updated health assessment. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.192(4) - CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020, it was observed that staff person 22 did not have a disclosure statement on file. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Director will make sure all new hires have proper clearances to start in the classroom. 2. Assistant Director will keep all staff files up to date checking clearances and physicals. This will be monitored by using a checklist for all documentation in staff files. 3. Staff person 22 now has a signed disclosure statement on file. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020, it was observed that staff person 2 did not have 2 nonfamily references on file. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. All new hires will have to provide references (2 sets) before starting in a classroom. 2. It will be stated on all new hire checklist for documentation that a minimum of 2 references and a total of 2500 childcare hours will be reached before start date. This will be checked and monitored by director and assistant director. 3. Staff person 2 will have 2 non family references on file. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020 it was observed that staff persons did not receive emergency plan training. Staff person 21 (hire date 10/28/19) did not have emergency plan training on file. Staff person 2 (hire date 10/25/19) did not have emergency plan training at time of hire. Training was completed on 1/20/2020. Staff person 3 (hire date 2/25/19) did not have emergency plain training at time of hire. Training was completed on 1/20/2020. Staff person 4 (hire date 3/19/19) did not have emergency plan training at time of hire. Training was completed on 1/20/2020. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Director will make sure before starting in a classroom that all new staff have emergency plan training is completed. Director will also make sure that staff has been refreshed on Columbus Day training of every year. 2. Emergency plan training will be completed and signed by all employees before starting employment training completion will be added to the checklist of all documentation required before starting. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020, it was observed that CPSL was not followed. Staff person 20 (hire date 6/25/19) did not have an FBI clearance on file. Provisional paperwork was dated 1/22/20. Staff person 21 (hire date 10/28/19) did not apply for their NSOR clearance before their start date. NSOR clearance was sent on 1/8/2020. NSOR clearance is not on file. Staff person 22 (hire date 11/2019) did not apply for their NSOR clearance before their start date. NSOR clearance was sent on 1/8/2020. NSOR clearance is not on file. Staff person 1 had a child abuse clearance on file dated 7/17/14 which expired on 7/17/19. Child abuse clearance was not updated until 1/14/2020. Staff person 2 (hire date 10/25/19) did not send for their NSOR clearance before their start date. NSOR was sent on 1/8/2020. NSOR clearance is on file and dated 1/22/2020. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #20, 21, and 22 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Director will directly make sure that all clearances are in file before any new staff start in the classrooms. 2. Assistant Director/Group Supervisor will do a checklist making sure all clearances are up to date. 3. Staff person 20, 21, and 22 will get their clearances and will not work until they are on file. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 2/6/2020, it was observed that staff person did not have education and experience on file to be qualified for the positions in which they are being used. Staff person 21 was in use as Assistant Group Supervisor and did not have verification of High School Diploma on file. CORRECTED ON SITE. Staff person 2 was in use as an Assistant Group Supervisor and did not have verification of education or experience on file. Staff person 3 was in use as an Assistant Group Supervisor and did not have verification of education on file. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. All new staff will have to show proof/copy of high school diploma/transcripts showing proof of qualifications to be employed at Discovery Kids Childcare. 2. Will implement checklist for all new employee files to ensure that all proper documentation is obtained before start date. 3. Staff person 2, 3, and 21 will submit proper documentation of education and experience. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 1/27/2020, it was observed that outlets were uncovered on the outlet strip by the television in the Pre K classroom. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Classroom teachers will do a daily walk through of classroom, making sure all outlets are covered. 2. Director will do a walk through of classroom, to make sure all outlets are covered. 3. Outlet covers were placed in the outlets. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.67(c) - No insects or rodents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 1/27/2020, it was observed that there were rodent droppings under the sink in the Preschool classroom. Correction Required: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Area was cleaned that day and pest control was called. 2. Classroom teachers will make sure food is properly stored in containers, plastic containers or returned to kitchen. 3. Any vermin will be eliminated immediately. |
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| 2020-01-27 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 1/27/2020, peeling paint was observed in the facility. Peeling paint was observed in the 2's classroom beside the closet. Peeling paint was observed in the Pre K classroom to the left of the window. 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) 1. Owner contacted maintenance and peeling paint was corrected that night 2. Director will make sure surfaces are corrected weekly. Director will also make sure staff are removing items that are torn or ripped. |
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| 2019-08-29 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 8/29/19 it was observed that the playground was out of ratio. Staff persons 1, 2, and 3 were with 30 preschool age children on the playground between 3:00 and 3:45 PM. Staff person 3 left the playground with one child for approximately 3 minutes at 3:41 PM leaving staff person 1 and 2 with 29 preschool children. Staff person 2 left the playground for 2-3 minutes at 3:45 PM leaving staff person 1 and 3 with 29 preschool children. A ratio of 1 staff for every 10 children is required for preschool age children. 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. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) The facility will adhere to DHS Regulation regarding ratio. Staff will maintain the proper ratio based on the age of children. Director sent out a memo regarding the violation that occurred on 8/29/19 to all staff, pointing out the need to maintain ratio and provide proper supervision at all times. Staff persons 2 and 3 received write-ups for their lack of following ratios. |
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| 2019-08-01 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 8/29/19 it was observed that staff person 3 was required to be in ratio, on the playground, and was using their cell phone off and on between 3:00 and 3:45 PM. Staff persons 1, 2, and 3 were supervising up to 30 preschool age children. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) The facility will provide proper supervision at all times. Staff will ensure they are able to see, hear, assess, and redirect children at all times. Staff person 3 was written up for her lack of supervision. |
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| 2019-01-31 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 1/31/19 it was observed that the red chair in the transition room was torn and the stuffing was exposed. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) All toys and play equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair by director and staff. As well as removed from classroom and playgrounds if not kept in good condition. Chair was fixed by removing the chair completely out of the classroom. |
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| 2019-01-31 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 1/31/19 it was observed that staff persons did not have physicals completed in a timely manner. Staff person 1 (hire date 11/26/18) had 2 physicals on file, one dated 2/19/15 that was more than 12 months prior to hire date, and one dated 1/25/19 that was not prior to their hire date. Staff person 1 does not have a TB test on file dated less that 12 months prior to their hire date. Staff person 2 had a physical on file dated 3/15/16 which expired on 3/15/18. A new physical was not on file until 1/21/19. Physicals must be updated every 24 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) Director will make sure that all staff have documentation of why TB tests are not given. Staff will have all physicals completed and up to date prior to physicals expiring. |
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