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Discovery Place Preschool For Little People

Lansdowne, PA · Delaware County
125 Chester Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050
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Quick Facts

Capacity
136 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, Chinese - Cantonese, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 622-2188
125 Chester Ave
Lansdowne, PA 19050
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Active License
License Number
CER-00260462
License Issued
Aug 18, 2026
Active Through
Aug 18, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 15

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DISCOVERY PLACE PRESCHOOL FOR LITTLE PEOPLE is a Child Care Center in LANSDOWNE PA, with a maximum capacity of 136 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will have the parent include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, on the emergency contact form.
2026-07-30 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: 1- At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations. 2- Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PQAS Pediatric CPR and First-aid.

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.)
1- The provider will update their emergency plan to include continuity of operations that will address their plan to continue operations of the program temporarily or to close the program temporarily, in the aftermath of a disaster. 2- Staff #2 must be supervised by an AGS staff person with all preservice trainings completed, until they complete PQAS approved pediatric CPR and first-aid.
2026-07-30 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: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact form and agreement form for child #1 was not signed by the parent within the last 6 months.

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.)
The provider will meet with the parent and have them review/update and sign the emergency contact form and the agreement form.
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not provide for accommodations for evacuation of the infants and toddlers.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will update the emergency plan to provide for the accommodations of the infants and toddlers in care.
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that emergency plan review documentation was more than 1 year old for staff #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.

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.)
The provider will provide emergency plan training to staff 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7..
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #2 did not have documentation for the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff will provide valid documentation of the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) from a PQAS approved instructor and program.
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the staff record for; staff #1 did not have out of state clearances for the state of New Jersey and staff #2 did not have a finalized state police clearance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will provide clearances for the state of New Jersey. Staff #2 will provide a finalized state police clearance. Staff #1 and #2 will not work in childcare until the clearances is provided.
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have the fire inspection report, dated within the last 12 months, on file at the facility.

Correction Required: 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.)
The provider will obtain the fire inspection report from the building's property manager.
2026-04-30 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 plucked a child in the forehead.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person #1 was suspended and possibly fired from employment. All staff in the facility received training on proper supervision of children the Friday before the incident. On the Tuesday after the incident a staff meeting was held to reiterate the training.
2025-12-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(5) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(5)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the allocated unannounced inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 and #7 did not have a complete health assessment on file that included the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.

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 the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 and #7 will provide a complete health assessment that includes the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.
2025-12-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the allocated unannounced inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #2 did not include verification of education.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 will provide acceptable verification of education.
2025-12-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the allocated unannounced inspection the certification representative observed that the file for staff #7 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 #7 will provide two written, nonfamily references for their file.
2025-12-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the unannounced inspection the certification representative observed that staff # 1 and #6 did not have documentation of the review of the emergency plan within 90 days of being hired.

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 #1 and #6 will be trained in the emergency plan and documentation of the training will be placed in the staff file.
2025-12-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have documentation of the completion of pediatric CPR and first-aid.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will complete PQAS approved pediatric CPR and first-aid and provide documentation of the training to the facility for their staff file.
2025-07-10 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1 had an emergency contact form and the agreement form had not been updated within the last 6 months.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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.)
The parent will review/update and sign the agreement and emergency contact forms in the child's file.
2025-07-10 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent will sign the emergency medical care consent on the bottom of the emergency contact form.
2025-07-10 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #1 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first- aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent will sign the, administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, consent on the bottom of the emergency contact form.
2025-07-10 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have mandated reporter training and did not have out of state clearance for the state of New Jersey. Staff #2 did not mandated reporter training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will provide a mandated reporter training and clearances for the state of New Jersey. Staff #1 will not work with children until the clearances from New Jersey are on file. Staff #2 will provide a mandated reporter training. Staff #2 will only work with children while being supervised by a qualified staff person, until the mandated reporter training is on file. All clearances and trainings must be less than 60 months old.
2025-07-10 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that classroom #1, the school age room, was missing soap and tape from their first-aid kits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will put tape and soap in the first-aid kit.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact for children #4 and #5 did not include the health insurance policy number, Child #5 did not include the health insurance coverage as well.

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.)
The parents will be required to include the health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) - Health information/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Health information/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the child #4 did not have a health report on file.

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. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #4 will provide a health report to the facility for the child's file. The health report will include the child's immunization record or a parent exemption letter.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(1) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Child's health history Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)/3270.131(d)(1)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP/Child's health history

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the health report for child #3 and #5 only included an immunization record.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. A health report shall include a review of the child's health history.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents will provide a complete health report for their child that includes a review of the child's health history, immunizations and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
2024-06-18 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: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility had an emergency plan that did not address the facility's plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency. Also, the facility did not have a written policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and 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 provider will update the emergency plan to include the facility's plan for continuity of operation in the aftermath of an emergency/disaster. The provider will refer to Announcement C-22-03 to develop a written policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.14/3270.31(f)(10) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed staff #1 working unsupervised and did not have certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will not work unsupervised until they complete an approved program for pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and provide the documentation for their file.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.26 - Compliance/Nondiscrimination Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.26

Description: Compliance/Nondiscrimination

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not complete the civil rights compliance questionnaire.

Correction Required: A legal entity must comply with The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (43 P. S. §§951-962.2), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 U.S.C.A. §§6101-6107), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.A. §§2000d-2000d-4a). Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.A. §§2000e-2000e-5), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C.A. §794), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C.A. §§12101-12514).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will complete and submit the civil rights compliance questionnaire.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.27(a)(3) - Contact when arises Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)

Description: Contact when arises

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan did not specify a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will update the emergency plan to specify a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The provider will update the emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions The provider will review all regulations and announcements pertaining to the emergency plan, prior to updating the emergency plan, to ensure that all criteria are met.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will update the emergency plan to include accommodations for toddlers and children with disabilities.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan had a review date of 8-1-2022.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will review and update if necessary, the emergency plan.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the provider did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

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.)
The provider will submit to the local traffic authority, the facility's written plan identifying the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
2024-06-18 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have hand washing signs posted by the sinks inside the classrooms that state, "A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating."

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will develop a handwashing sign that says," A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating." The sign will be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
2023-07-27 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-04-07 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.111(c) - Promote development Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)

Description: Promote development

Noncompliance Area: A classroom staff implemented peer group sessions for school-age children that lacked students' personal privacy and as a result, students were vulnerable to his/ her peers.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director and Asst. Director met with the staff person to explain that he violated the child's privacy by pointing out his behavior in front of his peers. He received a verbal warning. He also was informed that correcting a child's behavior for actions outside our facility is not his responsibility.
2023-04-07 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A recent complaint investigation was conducted that revealed a Staff person allowed and observed the peers of school-age child(ren), to physically harm him by beating him up, jumping on him, pinning him to the ground and kicking him, resulting in pain and injury. The behaviors were a frequent occurrence, prior to being reported, and resulting in an investigation.

Correction Required: 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.)
A Disciplinary Action letter was issued, explained and signed during a counseling session with the staff person. A 6:30AM professional development training was held on Tuesday 4/11/23 on Active Supervision, with the entire staff. A group discussion was held with school-agers on Bullying and Emotions.
2023-04-07 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(a)(2)/3270.34(a)(5) - Objective and activities/Program planning Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(2)/3270.34(a)(5)

Description: Objective and activities/Program planning

Noncompliance Area: A recent complaint investigation was conducted that revealed a Staff person allowed and observed the peers of school-age child(ren), to physically harm him by beating him up, jumping on him, pinning him to the ground and kicking him, resulting in pain and injury. The incidence were a frequent occurrence, prior to being reported, and resulting in an investigation.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for administering the facility's program objectives and activities. A director is responsible for overall program planning.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Additional trainings on school-age development interactions and creating engaging activities. Incorporating violence, bullying and communication in the school-age curriculum.
2023-03-28 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) - No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(c)

Description: No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation, it was revealed that Staff person #1 allowed and observed the peers of school-age child #1, to physically harm him by beating him up, jumping on him, pinning him to the ground and kicking him, resulting in pain and injury.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A meeting was held with the staff person to explain that his group sessions are not appropriate for correcting a child's behavior. A child being singled out is abuse; Especially if the session results in a child being harmed by his peers. Our staff are never to degrade any child, staff or parent.
2022-08-11 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2020-07-13 Renewal 3270.35(b)(4) - Associate's, 30 + 3 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: STAFF PERSON #1 WAS WORKING IN AN ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION AND DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE POSITION FOR WHICH SHE WAS HIRED/ PERFORMING.

Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OPERATOR WILL PROVIDE DOCUMENTED EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE VERIFICATION OF STAFF'S QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION HIRED. OPERATOR WILL ENSURE QUALIFYING DOCUMENTS FOR ALL STAFF ARE RECEIVED, AND ON FILE PRIOR TO HIRE. STAFF #1 HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE GS POSITION.
2019-08-05 Renewal 3270.35(e)/3270.35(f) - 46 or more children- additional group sups/Group sup present 30 hrs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: ON 8/6/19 RENEWAL INSPECTION THE FACILITY LACKED (2) GROUP SUERVISORS NEEDED FOR THE MORE THAN 45 CHILDREN ENROLLED.

Correction Required: In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.Each additional group supervisor shall be employed by and be present at the facility for a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
GROUP SUPERVISORS WILL BE HIRED AND PRESENT AT THE FACILITY FOR A MINIMUM OF 30 HOURS PER WEEK.
2019-07-19 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.67(c)/3270.161(a) - No insects or rodents/Wholesome Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: PER THE ON-SITE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 7/19/19, THE ALLEGATIONS OF MICE AND MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND IN AREAS WHERE FOOD IS STORED AND/ OR PREPARED WAS VERIFIED BY THE STAFF AND DIRECTOR. THE INFESTATION PERIOD WAS FROM NOVEMBER 2018 THROUGH MARCH 2019 (APPROX).

Correction Required: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted. Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PEST CONTROL SERVICES FOR RODENTS WERE CONTRACTED AND PROVIDED. TO DATE THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE OF ANY INFESTATION. HOWEVER, ROUTINE MONTHLY MAINTENANCE SERVICE IS CONTRACTED TO ENSURE THAT THE FACILITY REMAINS RODENT AND INSECT FREE.
2018-07-11 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the koala room had a soft slide and climbing blocks that were frayed and had exposed insulation rendering them in need of repair or replacement.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of the inspection the slide and blocks equipment formerly in the koala room was removed. All furniture/equipment will be checked periodically and repaired or replaced as needed.
2018-07-11 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the records of staff person #3 and #4 were lacking in current valid health assessments.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the records of staff person #3 and #4 with current valid health assessments. All future staff will have health assessments within regulatory time frames and guidelines.
2018-07-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 was lacking in a complete PA state criminal background check document.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Prior to the conclusion of the inspection the record of staff person #2 was updated with a complete PATCH document document. All future staff will have all CPSL requirements satisfied within all regulatory time frames and guild lines.
2018-07-11 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking in their current performance evaluation. Staff person #1 has served at the facility for over one 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.)
Director did complete the performance evaluation for staff person #1. All future staff records will have evaluations within regulatory time frames and guidelines.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.105 - High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that the high chairs in the Little Lambs Infant Room did not have T-shaped safety straps.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Discovery Place Preschool purchased two high chairs with T-shaped safety straps to replace old high chairs.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that the Grasshoppers Room refrigerator did not contain a thermostat.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Thermostat is placed in the grass hopper's refrigerator.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that Little Lambs Room, Lucky Lions Room, Tigers Room and Alligators Room did not have daily activities plan posted.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Daily routine activities schedule will be posted at all times even during contractual painting of the center.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) - Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 and #3's agreements did not specify the fee amount. Child #1's agreement did not specify the date on whcih the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our agreement will contain the date on which the fee is to be paid by our parents and guardians.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #3's agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All children's agreements have been corrected to provide the names, addresses and telephone numbers of all people who are designed by the parent to whom the child may be released.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 and #5's emergency contact information did not incluide the name of the child's physician. Child #5's emergency contact information did not include the address of the child's physician. Child #3 and #5's emergency contact information did not include the chilsd's physicians telephone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child`s physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #4 and #5 physicians name has been added to their emergency contact form. Child #4 has the physicians address and telephone number. Child #3 physician's telephone number was added to the emergency contact form.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #5's emergency contact information did not include the chi;ld's enrolling parent work address. Child #3 and #5's emergency contact information did not include the enrolling poarents work telephone.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #5's parents address and work telephone number has been added to the child's emergency contact form.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #5's emergency contact information did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #5 emergency contact form has a written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical care.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #5's emergency contact information did not include information on the child`s special needs.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child`s special needs, as specified by the child`s parent, physician, physician`s assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #5's parent indicated that the child does not have any special needs on the emergency contact form.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #5's emergency contact information did not include the release person's address.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #5's emergency contact form has been corrected to indicate release persons address and telephone number.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Alligators Room did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All medical transportation plans are mounted and will not be removed without re-mounting during annual painting of the center.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 did not have an updated health report within 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 was removed until health assessment was completed and updated.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.165 - Menus Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that a menu was not posted in a conspicuous location.

Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Menus are posted in each classroom and on the parent's board at the front of the center.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.181(a) - Each child Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Missing the file for child #6.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #6 file was found and checked for required information.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #3's emergency contact information was not reviewed in 6-month period. Child #2 and #3's financial agreement was not reviewed in 6-month period.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3's emergency contact form has been updated effective 9/17/17.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.182(4)/3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #5's record did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary need and administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child`s record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.A child`s record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #5's emergency contact sheet was completely updated and corrected on 8/24/17.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child #5's record did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Correction Required: A child`s record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #5's parent has consented to allow the child to be transported, go on walk excursions, swim and wade in the pool.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff #4 did not have verification of age on record.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 has a Pennsylvania state license to verify her age in her personal folder.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 and #2 did not have current health assessments on file.

Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 has a current health assessment as well as staff #2.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #6 and #7 did not have FBI clearances on file. Staff person #5 and #6 did not have child abuse registry clearance information.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #6 no longer works for Discovery Place Pre-School. She resigned the day after inspection 8/24/17. Staff #7 has FBI clearance effective 8/19/17.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4, #6 and #7 did not have two written 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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 is no longer employed by Discovery Place Pre-School. Staff #6 is no longer employed by our program. Staff #7 has a personal and professional reference on file.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that the applicable regulations and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office were not posted in a conspicuous location.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
DHS regulatory book is posted in the front of our center on the parent board.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that emergency plans were not posted in a conspicuous location.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency preparedness plan is posted in each classroom, the parent board as well as the managers office. Additionally we have also posted the emergency prep plan.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 and #5 did not have annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training on file.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 acquired 12 training hours at the DVAEYC conference on 3/10/17 and 3/11/17. These hours are in her file. Staff person #5 has completed the health and safety training providing her with 6 hours of training effective 8/25/17.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(iii) - Lifeguard Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 did not have verification of training on file.

Correction Required: Competence in lifeguard training is demonstrated by completion of lifeguard training, including first-aid training and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for child and infant.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 has verification of Lifeguard training effective 7/10/17.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 did not have mandated reporter training on file.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 was terminated as of 9/6/2017.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Measured water temperature in bathroom sinks at 122 F.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Water has been corrected to meet the proper temperature. The water will be monitored weekly to measure proper temperature with a water log sheet.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that the emergency numbers were not posted by the telephone in the Little Lambs Infant Room.

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency numbers will be posted at all times even when preparing for painting contractors. Emergency numbers are posted.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that the first-aid kit was accessible to children in the Alligator's Room.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All first-aid kits will not be accessible to children.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed Little Lambs Infant Room's first-aid kit was missing soap. Grasshoppers Room missing tape. Lucky Lions Room missing tape, tweezers and gloves. Tigers Room missing soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Alligators Room missing tape.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All new first-aid kits were provided to all classrooms with the proper materials enclosed. A list of DHS materials is taped to all first-aid containers.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.75(d) - On excursions Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that Alligators Room first aid kit taken on excursions was missing a bottle of water. Lucky Lions Room first-aid kit taken on excursions missing tape, tweezers and gloves.

Correction Required: One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at 3270.75(c).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All first-aid kits which are located in our emergency book bags, suit cases and closet bags have a few bottles of water.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that bathrooms did not have hand washing sings posted stating a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Signs were mounted immediately during inspection. Signs will not be removed in preparing for painting contractors.
2017-08-23 Renewal 3270.94(f) - Post evacuation routes Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed Little Lambs Room did not have evacuation routes posted.

Correction Required: Evacuation routes shall be posted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Posted evacuation routes. Will makes sure evacuation routes remain posted at all times.
2017-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed infant asleep on bouncy chair. Staff person #3 was providing supervision.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child`s parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The entire Discovery Place Preschool staff was provided a 6:30am training on appropriate "resting equipment for infants". During the training DHS regulation was issued and read. Discussions and an article were provided. Infant classroom staff was issued a memo.
2017-07-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 knew 4 names out of the nine children he had assigned to him. Staff person #2 only knew 4 names out of the 11 children she was assigned to. Staff person #4 only knew 4 names out of the 10 children she was assigned to.

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.)
All care lists were reviewed with summer camp staff and 6:30am training on "care list" was provided. All care list pictures were checked against Discovery Place Preschool's child enrollment sheets.
2017-07-17 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 grabbed child #1 by his arm and pulled him out of the classroom to the administrative office.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 was suspended for one week and required to attend in house training. Staff person #1 will aslo be completing additional training approved by DHS. All staff attended in house training whcih reiterated facilities hands off policy with children.

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