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Excelsior School Of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
2106 Haines Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138
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Quick Facts

Capacity
262 children
Age range (listing information)
2 1/2 through 5th grade
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Type of Care
Full-Time, Part-Time, Before School, After School
Transportation
Field Trips
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (267) 900-5494
2106 Haines Street
Philadelphia, PA 19138
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00255755
License Issued
Jun 18, 2026
Active Through
Jun 18, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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We are a private school located in West Oak Lane.  We offer Pre K Counts.  We accept subsidy and Children's Scholarship

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, children #3 and #4 did not have health insurance coverage and/or policy number documented on their emergency contact forms.

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 of both children listed shall provide the health insurance coverage name and/or policy number, which shall be documented on their children's emergency contact forms.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, child # 1 did not have updated health assessments documented in their records.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of child # 1 shall provide an updated health assessment for their child and it shall be documented in their child's record.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person #3 did not have an updated health assessment documented in their record. (Last health assessment dated 4/24/23) In addition, staff person #4 did not have a health assessment documented in their record.

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.)
Staff person # 3 and #4 shall obtain required health assessment and it shall be documented in their record as required per regulations. (Note: Staff person #3 and #4 have been terminated and letters of termination provided)
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(2) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff persons #4 and #5 did not have required results from TB screening documented in their records.

Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both staff persons # 4 and #5 shall have required results of TB screening completed and documented in their records as required per regulations. (Note: Staff person #4 has been terminated effective 4/1/26)
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, the parents of child # 2 did not provide written consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid as required per regulations.

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. 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 of child #2 shall be required to provide written consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid to be documented on their child's emergency contact form.
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff persons #1 and #3 did not have 12 hours of annual childcare training documented in their records.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both staff persons # 1 and #3 shall have 12 hours of annual childcare training and it shall be documented in their records. (Note: staff person # 3 has been terminated effective 4/1/26)
2026-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person # 5 did not have required health and safety training completed and documented in their record.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 5 shall complete the required health and safety training. It shall be documented in their record as required per regulations.
2026-03-19 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: At time of inspection, staff person#2 and #3 did not have updated child abuse clearances documented in their records. In addition, staff #2, #4 and #5 did not have current NSOR certificate documented in their record and staff person # 3 did not have updated FBI clearance documented in their record.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Persons #2-5 - may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2-5-may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff listed shall obtain the required clearances needed to be in compliance with CPSL as required per regulations. (Note: staff person #3-4 have been terminated effective 4/1/26-temination letter provided)
2025-03-19 Renewal 3270.123(a)/3270.124(a) - Signed /Each child emergency contact person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)/3270.124(a)

Description: Signed /Each child emergency contact person

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection child #3 did not have an agreement and emergency contact forms documented in their record.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents shall complete and submit an agreement and emergency contact form, and it shall be documented in facility a required per regulations.
2025-03-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, the parents of child #4 did not have the address of release person documented on their child's emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of child #4 shall provide the address of release persons and it shall be documented on their child's emergency contact form as required.
2025-03-19 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 2 and #3 did not have required updated health assessments and are documented in their records as required per regulations.

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.)
Staff person # 2 & 5 shall have updated health assessments, and they shall be documented in their records as required per regulations.
2025-03-19 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, children # 1 and #2 did not have written parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid.

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. 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 facility shall ensure that the parents of both children # 1 and #2 provides parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid.
2025-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person # 1-7 did not have updated required pediatric first aid and CPT training documented in their records.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff listed shall have required first aid training along with any staff that is in need of training. Pediatric first aid and CPR training shall be documented in their records as required per regulations.
2025-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff persons # 3 and # 6 did not have required 12 hours of annual childcare training documented in their records.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. 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.)
Both staff persons shall complete required 12 hours of childcare training as required as per regulations.
2025-03-19 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: At time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have updated FBI clearance documented in their record. Staff person #6 did not have NSOR certificate documented in their record.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #6- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #6- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 shall obtain required FBI clearance and staff person #6 shall obtain required NSOR certificate as required per regulations. Both shall be removed from care until required documents are obtained and in record.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.123(a)/3270.124(b)(6) - Signed /Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)/3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Signed /Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, Child #1 did not have an agreement form on file. Child #4 did not have health insurance coverage and policy number documented on their child's emergency contact form.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. 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 of child #1 shall complete and sign an agreement form. The parents of child # 4 shall provide the health insurance information and policy number on their child's emergency contact form.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, children # 2 and #3 did not have the address of release person documented on their emergency contact forms.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of children #2 and #3 shall provide the address of the persons to whom their childcare be released on their children's emergency contact form.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, child # 1 (HA date 3/2/23) and child # 5 (HA date 9/22/22) did not have updated health assessments documented in their records.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of both child # 1 and child #5 shall provide their children with updated health assessments and they shall be documented in their records as required per regulations.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, child # 3 did not have immunization status documented in their record and/or immunization exemption letter documented in their record.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child # 3 shall provide an updated immunization record for their child and/or letter giving reason for exemption to be documented in the record.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff persons # 1 and #4 did not have updated health assessments documented in their records.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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.)
Both staff persons # 1 and #4 shall be required to provide an updated health assessment which shall be documented in their records as required per regulations.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, child # 2 did not have written parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid documented on their child's emergency contact form.

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. 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 parents of child #2 shall provide written consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person s #6 and #7 both employed over 90 days did not have proof of completion of Pediatric first aid/CPR documented in their records.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. 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.)
Both staff persons #6 and #7 shall have Pediatric first aid /CPR training completed, and proof of training shall be documented in both their records.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have proof of annual fire safety training documented in their record.

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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 2 shall complete fire safety training and it shall be documented in their records.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person #8 employed at the facility over 6 months had not completed required health and safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 8 shall completed required health and safety trainings and it shall be documented in their record as required per regulations.
2024-04-04 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: At time of inspection, staff person #8 did not have required NSOR certificate documented in her record.

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 # -8- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #8- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #8 shall be removed from care with children until required NSOR certificate is received. Staff person #8 has applied for NSOR certificate and it shall be documented into her record once received.
2024-04-04 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: At time of inspection, staff person # 2,3 and 5 did not have written annual evaluations completed by the director.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director shall complete evaluations for all staff listed and shall write annual evaluations for all staff at facility.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Wednesday 04/26/23, cert rep observed missing emergency contact information for children receiving care in rooms 1 and 3.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Missing emergency contact was placed in child care space.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to have an updated health assessment included in file. Health assessment included in file was last completed on 03/01/21.

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.)
Staff person 3 will provide an updated health assessment.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff person 2 failed to have completed 12 hours of annual professional development training. Staff person 2 file only contained 3 hours of professional development training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2 will complete annual professional development training.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of health and safety documents, staff person 1 had not completed professional development training in the required health and safety topics. Staff person 1 completed Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification before 09/30/18, which is not counted towards the Health and Safety Professional development requirements.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person 1 will have until 05/11/23 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, at minimal, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person 1, staff person 1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 1 has completed required health and safety training.
2023-04-26 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: During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 04/26/23, cert rep observed missing outlet covers in the multipurpose room, room 7 and Haines St. room 1.

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.)
Protective receptacle covers will be placed in electrical outlets.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 04/26/23, cert rep observed missing first aid kit in the multipurpose room and room 7.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A first aid kit will be placed in the multipurpose room and room 7.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 04/26/23, cert rep observed first aid kit located in room 5 failed to contain tweezers.

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.)
Tweezers was placed in first aid kit.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 04/26/23, cert rep observed in the multipurpose room a damaged outlet, in the kindergarten room the air vent was filled with dust and in room 7 and room 3rd/4th grade there was damaged ceiling tiles.

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.)
Cleaning and repairs will be made.
2023-04-26 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Wednesday 04/26/23, cert rep observed chip paint and damaged plaster in room 3, multipurpose room, Haines St room 1, Haines St room 2 (Spanish room), Haines St room 3 and art room.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Repairs will be made to damaged paint and plaster.
2022-08-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on Friday, 08/05/22, cert rep observed a child returning from the bathroom then running to the main office of the facility unsupervised.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. 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.)
Children will be supervised at all times.
2022-08-05 Unannounced Monitoring 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: During renewal inspection on Wednesday, 07/20/22, cert rep observed staff persons 1 and 2 working unsupervised without having completed pre-service training in Health and Safety. Staff persons 1 and 2 had not completed PQAS approved pediatric first-aid/CPR training.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise, staff persons 1 and 2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 1 and 2 have now received PQAS approved pediatric first-aid/CPR training.
2022-08-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on Friday, 08/05/22, cert rep observed 2 volunteers, 16 years of age, at the facility without a completed record on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A facility person will not be permitted at the facility without a completed record on file.
2022-08-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, cert rep observed continued non compliance from renewal inspection on 07/08/22. Staff person 2, employed more than 45 days, file failed to include child abuse clearance and mandated reporter training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2 will not return to the facility until child abuse clearance is received. Staff person 2 completed mandated reporter training on 08/07/22.
2022-08-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, cert rep observed continued non compliance from renewal inspection on 07/08/22. Staff persons 2 file failed to include verification of education.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 2 will provide proof of education.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/08/22, cert rep observed preschool age children in PK1 and PK3 classrooms laying on the floor and resting their heads on the table during nap time.

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.)
Each preschool age child will be assigned age appropriate rest equipment.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/08/22, cert rep observed five care groups in the outdoor play space without emergency contact information present in space while children were receiving care.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact information will be present in the space children are receiving care.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include a current health assessment. Health assessment included in file was las completed on 12/14/16. Staff persons 2, 4 and 5 file failed to include a health assessment form.

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.)
Staff persons will provide a health assessment.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff persons 2, 4 and 5 failed to include TB results.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.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 persons will provide TB results.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff persons 4 and 5 file failed to include two written nonfamily letters.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons will provide two written, nonfamily references.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff persons 1, 2 and 3 failed to have been trained on the facility's emergency plan.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons will receive emergency plan training.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff person 1 failed to have completed annual fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 1 will complete annual fire safety training.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff person 1 had not completed 12 annual hours of professional development training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person will complete 12 hours of professional development training.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff persons 1, 3, 4 and 5, all employed more than 90 days, failed to have completed required professional development training in health and safety requirements.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons will complete required health and safety training.
2022-05-24 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: In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include current PA state police clearance and FBI clearance. PA state clearance included in file was last completed on 11/10/16 and FBI clearance included in file was issued by the DOE and last completed on 11/14/16. Staff person 2, a provisional hire, file failed to include a signed disclosure statement, copy of request for PA state police and NSOR certificate. Staff person 3 file failed to include NSOR certificate. Staff person 4 file failed to include signed disclosure statement, child abuse clearance, FBI clearance and mandated reporter training. Staff person 5 file failed to include signed disclosure statement, FBI clearance, NSOR certificate and mandated reporter training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 will not return to facility until required CPSL documents are provided.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: In review of staff files, staff persons 2 and 5 file failed to include verification of education and verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children. Staff person 3 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons will provide proof of education and child care verification.
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) - Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51/3270.113(a)(2)

Description: Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/08/22, cert rep observed PK1 classroom out of ratio. There was 1 staff member with 12 preschool age children.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A second staff member was placed in class to maintain ratio.
2022-05-24 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: During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 05/24/22 and Friday, 07/08/22, cert rep observed several electrical outlets throughout the facility did not contain protective receptacle covers.

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.)
Protective receptacle covers will be placed in all electrical outlets
2022-05-24 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on Friday, 07/08/22, cert rep observed five care groups in the outdoor play space without a first-aid kit present in space while children were receiving care.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
First-aid kit will be present in each space children receive care.

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