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Ducklings Elc Landisville

Lancaster, PA · Lancaster County
3103 Yellow Goose Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601
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Capacity
149 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 537-2179
3103 Yellow Goose Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00257566
License Issued
Jul 27, 2026
Active Through
Jul 27, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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DUCKLINGS ELC LANDISVILLE is a Child Care Center in LANCASTER PA, with a maximum capacity of 149 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: The diaper changing table in the Infant room was observed to have dirt and dust in the base of the table. Corrected on site by cleaning the base of the table. The diaper changing table in the Waddler room was observed to have dirt, crumbs, and hair in the base of the table. Corrected on site by cleaning the base of the table. A bouncy seat in the Waddler room was observed to have dirt on the tray. Corrected on site by cleaning the tray.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The diaper changing tables in the Infant and Waddler classrooms were cleaned of the dirt and dust in the base of the table. The bouncy seat in the Waddler classroom was also cleaned to remove the dirt on the tray.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Lima beans were observed in the sensory table in the Butterfly classroom.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Lima beans were removed from the sensory table in the Butterfly classroom.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: A child in the infant room was observed sleeping in a crib that was not clear on 3 sides by 2 feet.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Infant classroom was rearranged in order for cribs to be clear on 3 sides by 2 feet.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Health insurance and policy information was not available for child #3. Corrected on site by obtaining the information.

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.)
Health insurance and policy information was added to the Emergency contact paperwork for child #3.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: A medication log with parent consent was not available for child #1 or child #2. Corrected on site by obtaining the required documentation.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Medication Log for child #1 and #2 was completed with the required documentation.
2026-04-20 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 #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: Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

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. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 completed CPR training on 5/25/26. Staff #1 did not work unsupervised until the CPR course was completed.
2026-04-20 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: A complete PA state police clearance was not available for staff #2- results showed as pending. Corrected on site by obtaining a new state police clearance. A complete PA state police clearance was not available for staff #3- disseminated date not available. Corrected on site by obtaining a new state police clearance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A PA state police clearance for staff #2 and #3 were obtained immediately and placed in each employees file.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: An outlet cover was observed to be missing in the Cricket classroom. Corrected on site by placing a cover in the outlet. An outlet cover was observed to be missing in the Caterpillar classroom. Corrected on site by placing a cover in the outlet.

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.)
An outlet cover was placed on the outlet in the Cricket classroom.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A pack of diaper wipes labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was observed to be accessible to children. Corrected on site by placing the wipes out of reach of children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in a locked cabinet or in a bin that is inaccessible to children.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.66(d) - Toxic plants not permitted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: A pothos plant was observed in the infant room. Corrected on site by removing the plant from the room. A pothos and peace lily were observed in the Crickets room. Corrected on site by removing the plants from the room.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Toxic plants will not be present in the building.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.75(b)/3270.133(4) - Inaccessible to children/Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)/3270.133(4)

Description: Inaccessible to children/Locked

Noncompliance Area: A go-bag containing a first aid kit was observed to be stored within reach of children while on the playground. Corrected on site by staff wearing the go-bag. The go-bag containing a first aid kit and medication was observed to be accessible to children in the Jitterbug classroom. Corrected on site by placing the bag out of reach of children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The go-bag was given to the teacher on duty and instructed to wear it on their person. The go bag in the Jitterbug classroom was placed out of reach of children.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The bulletin board in the gross motor room was observed to have flaking cork in the lower right corner, which was within reach of children. Corrected on site by placing tape over the area.

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.)
Tape was placed on the flaking cork to ensure the surface was in good repair and free from visible hazards.
2026-04-20 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: Lidded trash cans were not available at the sink areas in the Ladybug, Butterfly, and Dragonfly classrooms.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Trash cans without lids were removed from the Ladybug, Butterfly, and Dragonfly classrooms.
2025-10-27 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 had not completed mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. This is evidenced by the previous documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/29/20 and the current training dated 10/29/25.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A spreadsheet will be used to include all required trainings/clearances for easy access to ensure the trainings do not exceed the permitted timeframe. We will comply with CPSL. All staff will complete Mandated Reporter training within 60 months of the previous training.
2025-10-27 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The time between the testing of the fire alarm system exceeded the permitted at least every 30 days' timeframe (9/19/25, 10/22/25).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Dates will be properly documented at least every 30 days to indicate the testing of the fire detection devices.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Ladybugs classroom (2 yr olds) that small cotton balls (less than 1 inch diameter) were accessible to children (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cotton balls were immediately removed from the sensory bin to ensure toys/objects, less than one inch in diameter, were not accessible to children.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, that the refrigerator in the young Infant room measured a temperature of 50 degrees F. (corrected during inspection).

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.)
Refrigerator temperature was reduced to 45 degrees to ensure potentially hazardous foods are safely stored.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #1's emergency contact information did not include the enrolling parent's home telephone number.

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 #1' emergency contact information was completed by adding the home telephone number.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.133(1)/3270.133(3) - Original container/Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(1)/3270.133(3)

Description: Original container/Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: Child #3's prescription medication (Fireflies room) was not in its original container and did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Disposed of Child #3's medication as family indicated it was no longer needed.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.133(7) - Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(7)

Description: Medication log

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 and #4 (Fireflies and Dragonflies rooms) had medications in the classroom, but no medication log on file at the facility.

Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #'s 3 and 4 had medication logs signed and on file at the facility.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and an assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. 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 person #3 obtained an updated Health Assessment to indicate she was free of communicable diseases and suitable to provide child care.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: The staff persons in the Infant rooms (younger and older infants) are writing the feeding schedules for the children, instead of the parents.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain and use the written formula and feeding schedules from the parents for each enrolled infant.
2025-04-07 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: The time between parents reviewing and updating the financial agreement of child #1 exceeded the permitted at least every 6 months' timeframe. (6/24/24, 1/30/25).

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 financial agreement was dated however, it was not within the six month timeframe. Financial agreements will be updated by parents at least every 6 months.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4's record did not contain verification of the required experience to act as an Assistant Group Supervisor, and has been acting as an Assistant Group Supervisor. (corrected during inspection).

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.)
Verification of the required experience to act as Assistant Group Supervisor was corrected on site by obtaining documentation of hours for staff person #4s record.
2025-04-07 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's PA State Police clearance results on record did not have any purpose for the clearance request selected. (corrected during inspection). The time between NSOR clearance results on record exceeded the permitted every 60 months' timeframe (1/9/20, 2/26/25).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 re-submitted information for PA State Police clearance during inspection. New staff clearances will be obtained prior to the expiration of the current clearances.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Butterflies classroom (2 and 3 yrs) that the children were playing with Unifix Cubes which were less than 1" diameter. (corrected during inspection)

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
UNIFIX CUBES (LESS THAN ONE INCH IN DIAMETER), WERE REMOVED IMMEDIATELY, AS THESE OBJECTS MAY NOT BE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN WHO ARE STILL PLACING OBJECTS IN THEIR MOUTHS.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Infant Room, that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not conspicuously posted (corrected during inspection).

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.)
A WRITTEN PLAN IDENTIFYING THE MEANS OF TRANSPORTING A CHILD TO EMERGENCY CARE AND STAFFING PROVISIONS IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY WAS POSTED IMMEDIATELY IN THE INFANT ROOM
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.133(3)/3270.133(7)(v) - Name on bottle/Date of administration Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(3)/3270.133(7)(v)

Description: Name on bottle/Date of administration

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the Butterflies classroom that child #1's medication log had no end date included in the dates of administration on this child's medication log. Child #2's medication log, in the Ladybugs classroom, did not include dates of administration. Child #2's two medications did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended. In the Fireflies 1 classroom, medication intended for child #3 did not contain the child's name.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. A medication log shall include the date of administration.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
THE PARENT/GUARDIAN OF CHILDREN #S 1, 2, AND 3 WERE ASKED TO COMPLETE THE MEDICATION LOG IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING END DATE, DATES OF ADMINISTRATION, AND NAME OF CHILD FOR WHOM THE MEDICATION WAS INTENDED.
2024-04-15 Renewal 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: Staff person #3's initial health assessment was dated after the first day of working at the facility (1/24/24) See Code Sheet

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.)
ALL NEW STAFF WILL HAVE A COMPLETED HEALTH ASSESSMENT BEFORE THE FIRST DAY OF WORKING AT THE FACILITY.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Dragon and Fireflies 2 classrooms, that children's perishable lunch items brought from home were not refrigerated.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PERISHABLE LUNCH ITEMS WERE PLACED IN THE REFRIGERATOR TO ENSURE SAID ITEMS ARE SAFELY STORED.
2024-04-15 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: Staff person #4's records did not contain the required proof of child care experience needed to be unsupervised with children, yet had been unsupervised.

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.)
VERIFICATION OF HOURS FOR STAFF PERSON #4 WAS COMPLETED AND PLACED IN SUBSEQUENT STAFF FILES TO SERVE AS PROOF OF CHILD CARE EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO BE UNSUPERVISED WITH CHILDREN.
2024-04-15 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: The time between Staff Person #2 and #5's Fire Safety training exceeded the annual timeframe (1/17/23, 2/5/24)., (1/5/23, 2/8/24) respectively.

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.)
A SPREADSHEET WILL BE MADE TO INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED TRAININGS/CLEARANCES FOR EASY ACCESS TO ENSURE THE FIRE SAFETY TRAININGS DO NOT EXCEED THE ANNUAL TIMEFRAME.
2024-04-15 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: Staff person #3 and #6 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of hire: Both staff persons completed on 1/24/24 (See Code Sheet)

Correction Required: 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.)
A spreadsheet will be made to include professional development in pediatric first aid and CPR to ensure the required training is completed within 90 days of hire.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's time between Mandated Reporter trainings exceeded the permitted 60 months' timeframe (8/28/18, 2/8/24).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A SPREADSHEET WILL BE MADE TO INCLUDE MANDATED REPORTER TO ENSURE THIS TRAINING DOES NOT EXCEED THE 60 MONTHS' TIMEFRAME.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The time between staff evaluations on record for Staff Person #5 exceeded the one evaluation every 12 months' timeframe (6/2/22, 8/28/23).

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.)
A SPREADSHEET WILL BE MADE TO INCLUDE STAFF EVALUATIONS TO ENSURE THIS FEEDBACK DOES NOT EXCEED THE ONE EVALUATION EVERY 12 MONTHS' TIMEFRAME.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the water temperature of the classroom sink, in the Infant classroom, measured 122 degrees F (corrected during inspection)

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.)
RUNNING HOT WATER WAS TURNED OFF AND RESET TO READ A TEMPERATURE OF 110 DEGREES F IN AREAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Caterpillars classroom, that there was peeling paint (2-3") under the bulletin board on the left wall (upon entering) (corrected during inspection)

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.)
A SHELF WAS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE PEELED/DAMAGED PAINT OR DAMAGED PLASTER IMMEDIATELY. THE PEELING PAINT WILL BE REMOVED AND CORRECTED.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the Dragon and Fireflies 2 classroom bathrooms that there were no lidded waste receptacles.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
LIDDED WASTE RECEPTACLES WERE PURCHASED FOR CLASSROOMS WHERE A TOILET AREA, TRAINING CHAIR AREA, AND/OR A DIAPERING AREA AND SINK ARE PRESENT. THE DRAGON AND FIREFLIES 2 CLASSROOM BATHROOM NOW CONTAIN LIDDED WASTE RECEPTACLES.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days (6/19/23, 8/26/23).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
DATES OF FIRE DRILLS WILL BE PROPERLY LOGGED EVERY 60 DAYS TO ENSURE FIRE DRILLS ARE CONDUCTED AT LEAST EVERY 60 DAYS.
2024-04-15 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The testing of the fire detection devices exceeded the permitted at least every 30 days' timeframe (1/2/24, 2/12/24).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
DATES WILL BE PROPERLY DOCUMENTED EVERY 30 DAYS TO INDICATE THE TESTING OF THE FIRE DETECTION DEVICES.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Infant room, that plastic bags were accessible to children in a cabinet (corrected during inspection). In the Ladybugs classroom (24 months-3 yrs), silicone ponytail holders and several stud earring backs (all less than 1 inch diameter) were accessible to children in a child's backpack on bottom shelf of the cubby (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plastic bags were removed from the cabinet containing said items in the Infant classroom during inspection. Silicone ponytail holders and several stud earring backs were removed from a child's backpack in the Ladybug classroom.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.121(b) - Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.121(b)

Description: Given parents in writing

Noncompliance Area: At the time of enrollment, parents did not receive in writing, the facility's supervision policy.

Correction Required: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents received a revised copy of the Family Handbook via hyperactive link in Duckling's monthly parent newsletter. The revised handbook includes the supervision policy under Section 3: Licensing Information.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The parents of child #3hrough #12 did not receive the original agreement. Originals were in children's files.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents of child #3 through #12 received the original agreement while copies were placed in the each child's file.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #7's emergency contact information did not include the work address, home telephone, and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.

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 #7's emergency contact information was updated with work address, home telephone and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the Kindergarten classroom that the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in a conspicuous location (corrected during inspection).

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.)
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was posted during inspection.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) - Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

Description: Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: Child #6's initial health assessment and written verification of immunization were received by the facility after 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility: Initial health assessment and immunization record dated 10/18/22 (see code sheet)

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. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moving forward, verification of immunizations and an initial health assessment, for children, will be received by the facility no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.131(e)(4) - Annual immunization reporting to DOH Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(4)

Description: Annual immunization reporting to DOH

Noncompliance Area: The most recent Influenza immunization on record for child #6 is 9/17/21 and for child #12 is 11/30/21.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent/guardian of child #6 and Child #12 completed and signed the Flu Shot Exemption Form; Influenza vaccine was not received this year due to Religious or personal beliefs. Child #6 signed 4/24/2023 Child #12 signed 4/19/2023
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.133(7)(i)/3270.133(7)(iv) - Name of medication/Amount to administer Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(7)(i)/3270.133(7)(iv)

Description: Name of medication/Amount to administer

Noncompliance Area: Child #2's medication log did not include the name of the medication and the amount of medication administered.

Correction Required: A medication log shall include the name of the medication. A medication log shall include the amount of medication administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication log for Child #2 was filled out by a parent - information includes the name and amount of medication administered.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.133(7)(v)/3270.133(7)(vi) - Date of administration/Time of administration Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(7)(v)/3270.133(7)(vi)

Description: Date of administration/Time of administration

Noncompliance Area: Child #2's medication log did not include the date and time of administration.

Correction Required: A medication log shall include the date of administration. A medication log shall include the time of administration.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication log for Child #2 was filled out by a parent - information includes the date and time of administration.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Infant classroom, that a hands-free covered trashcan was available to discard the soiled diaper, however, staff used hands to open the trashcan.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director communicated with staff that the hands-free covered trashcan should and will be used by using the pedal to open trashcan.
2023-04-12 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 #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first-aid and CPR . Staff person #1's pediatric first-aid/CPR training on record was not through an approved curriculum.

Correction Required: Staff person #1 shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 5/17/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or higher.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 completed Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on 5/11 through an approved curriculum.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2's health assessment (5/20/22) did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Both YES and NO were checked in response to the question: "Does this individual have any communicable diseases?"

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 provided an adult health assessment with only one box checked (NO) for communicable diseases.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Waddler room (6 months-1 yr), that child #1's written feeding schedule was not completed by the parent.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written statement giving the formula schedule for Child #1 was provided by the parent.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3's file does not contain the acceptable verification required for her position as a Group Supervisor. The Bachelor's degree on file does not indicate the major/field of the degree.

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 person #3 provided transcripts to verify her position as Group Supervisor. The Major indicated on the transcripts is Child & Family Studies.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities.

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 emergency plan was updated to provide accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation on record of conducting an emergency drill in 2022.

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.)
A 2023 "Shelter in Place" drill was conducted and recorded on the Emergency Drill Log. Annual emergency drills will be conducted and documented.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility (corrected during inspection).

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 plan was posted in the Lobby at the facility - a white binder titled Emergency Preparedness Plan can be found upon entering the building.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The parent letter about the emergency plan does not contain lock-down procedures and accommodations for infants/toddlers/children with disabilities.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Lock-down procedures and accommodations for infants/toddlers and children with disabilities were added to the parent letter.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4's file did not contain an FBI clearance. Staff person #5 and #6's files contained Department of Education FBI clearances, instead of the required DHS FBI clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 4, #5, and #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons #4, 5 & 6 have required DHS FBI clearances in their files. Dates of completion are as follows: Staff #4 - 10/15/2021 Staff #5 - 4/20/2023 Staff #6 - 4/22/2023
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Caterpillars classroom, that cream and Advil (keep out of reach of children) were accessible to children in a backpack on a bottom shelf of cubby area (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cream and Advil were immediately removed and locked in the teacher's cabinet.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there were no emergency telephone numbers posted by the telephone in the Caterpillars classroom (corrected during inspection).

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 telephone numbers were immediately posted by the telephone in the Caterpillar Classroom.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the Butterflies classroom, that on the right wall (upon entering) there were three 1/2" areas of peeling paint (corrected during inspection).

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.)
The three 1/2 inch areas of peeling paint were covered during inspection.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there were no handwashing signs in the bathrooms of the Butterflies, Ladybugs, Honeybees, Jitterbugs, Kindergarten, Fireflies, and Doodlebugs classrooms.

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.)
Handwashing signs were placed in bathrooms of the Butterflies, Ladybugs, Honeybees, Jitterbugs, Kindergarten, Fireflies and Doodlebug classrooms.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days: (5/3/22, 8/12/22), (8/12/22, 11/22/22).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A fire drill was conducted and properly documented on the Fire Drill & Fire Detection Log. Fire drills will be conducted and documented at least every 60 days.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: The documented fire drills did not contain the names of the facility persons who participated in them.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The initials of facility persons who participated in fire drill on 5/5/2023 were added to the Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log. The names of the facility persons participating in fire drills will be documented each time a drill is conducted.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of testing of the fire detection system on record (tested fire detection system during inspection).

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Tested fire detection system during inspection and recorded date on the Fire Drill & Fire Detection Log. The fire detection system will be tested and documented at least every 30 days.
2022-05-25 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection that staff #1 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: 3270.31 (f) 1-10. 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.)
July 14, 2022 is the date that pediatric first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation is scheduled for July 14, 2022. Staff #1 will attend this training.
2022-02-09 Initial review Initial review Compliant - Finalized

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