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Wonderspring Powelton Village

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
3939 Warren St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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📞 (215) 382-2499
3939 Warren St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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✓ Licensed PA Pre-K Counts
Active License
License Number
CER-00253886
License Issued
Mar 5, 2026
Expired
Sep 5, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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The Families First Center provides quality childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-kindergarten children. As a Keystone STARS level four site, the center offers an excellent education, a safe, welcoming environment and a nurturing, qualified staff. Enrolling at MELC ensures that your child will receive a quality education and have fun too!

Hours of Operation

  • Monday
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  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the operator did not have an updated health report for child #1.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will request the parent to provide an updated health report.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 2 did not have verification of valid health assessments.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will request health assessments for staff persons #1 and 2.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 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 the time of inspection, certification representative observed the records of children #2,3 and 4 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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.)
Provide will obtain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff for all children.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the records of children #2,3 and 4 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provide will obtain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 will obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have valid verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.

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.)
Provider will obtain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed water damage around the window area and a broken mirror in the older toddler room.

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.)
The room is currently closed and will remain closed until repairs are made. Provider will request for the repairs to be completed.
2026-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection certification representative observed peeled paint in the toddler, preschool rooms and the hallway area.

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.)
Provider will repaint the areas where there is peeled paint.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the operator did not have an updated health report for child #1. Continuous non-compliance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will request the parent to provide an updated health report.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and 3 did not have verification of valid health assessments. Continuous non-compliance.

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.)
Provider will request health assessments for staff persons #1 and 3.
2026-01-08 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 Non 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 the time of inspection, certification representative observed the records of children #2,3 and 4 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Continuous non-compliance.

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.)
Provide will obtain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff for all children.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the records of children #2,3 and 4 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions. Continuous non-compliance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provide will obtain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff person #4 did not have verification of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Continuous non-compliance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 will obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff persons #2,4 and 5 did not have valid verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification. Continuous non-compliance.

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.)
Provider will obtain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff person #4 did not have verification of annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the debris in the outdoor play space.

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.)
Provider will have the outdoor play space cleaned.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection certification representative observed peeled paint in the toddler, preschool rooms and the hallway area. Continuous non-compliance.

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.)
Provider will repaint the areas where there is peeled paint.
2026-01-08 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed a toilet area fixture not in good repair.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will repair the fixture.
2025-12-29 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Per the provider's admission, on 12/22/2025 child #1 was left alone in the preschool room for approximately ten minutes.

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. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 1/5/2026 - Children will be supervised at all times. 2. 3/18/2026 -All staff to receive a minimum of two hours of DHS approved training regarding supervision of children. 3. 4/20/2026 - The legal entity will begin using a checklist to count children that has been approved by the Regional Office. The legal entity shall complete this checklist for a minimum of three months and will send it to the Regional Office weekly.
2025-03-05 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.

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.)
Provider will obtain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) certification.
2025-01-09 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed damaged ceiling tiles in room 102 and in the hallway near the swing space.

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.)
Provider will replace the damaged ceiling tiles.
2025-01-09 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed peeled paint in rooms 119, 122 and swing space.

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.)
Provider will repaint the areas where there is peeled paint.
2024-10-07 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed water dripping from the ceiling in room 134 and water damage to the windows in room 103. Certification representative also observed, structural damage on the bottom of two walls in the outside play space.

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.)
Provider will ensure that the facility and surfaces are kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Both classrooms have been closed and not accessible to children.
2024-10-07 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a written record that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

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 operator conducted and documented two fire drills within the required timeframe after observing noncompliance. The operator will conduct a fire drill within 30 days and document it.
2024-10-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On October 2, 2024, child #1 was left alone on the playground for four minutes. A parent notified the operator that there was a child on the playground without an adult. Facility person #1 who was assigned responsibility for child #1 did not notice the child was left alone.

Correction Required: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All facility staff will receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children.
2024-10-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On October 2, 2024, child #1 was left alone on the playground for four minutes. A parent notified the operator that there was a child on the playground without an adult. Facility person #1 who was assigned responsibility for child #1 did not notice the child was left alone.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator immediately terminated staff person #1.
2024-10-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On October 2, 2024, child #1 was left alone on the playground for four minutes. A parent notified the operator that there was a child on the playground without an adult. Facility person #1 who was assigned responsibility for child #1 did not notice the child was left alone.

Correction Required: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will conduct hourly visits to the classrooms or play space to check supervision and ensure that facility staff are counting and documenting children is followed at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed spillage in the refrigerator.

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.)
Provider will have the refrigerator cleaned and replaced.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility's plan did not include continuity of operations planning as required under pertinent laws and regulations.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will update the plan to include continuity of operations planning.
2024-01-05 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, certification representative observed damage ceiling tiles in the lobby area and room 122.

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.)
Provider will replace the damage tiles.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the emergency form reviewed for child #1 and child #2 was missing PCP information.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 and #2 families were contacted for PCP information. Both families provided the information . The emergency contact forms were updated.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the emergency contact information reviewed for child #1 did not include written consents by parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent was contacted to complete emergency contact form in entirety. Parent completed form with signature in the emergency medical care section.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 was missing health insurance information and/or policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Families for children listed above were contacted to request health insurance information. All parents provided health insurance information and emergency contact forms were updated.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the emergency contact form reviewed for child #6 was not reviewed/updated within 6-month time period. Last update 7/25/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent was contacted to review emergency contact form . Parent reviewed form and signed off on the periodic review.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the file reviewed for child #1 did not contain initial health report within 60 days of admission.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent was contacted to give an updated copy of the health assessment. Family gave a health assessment dated 8/30/22.
2023-02-16 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: During the renewal inspection on 1/24/23, the immunization record for child #7 were missing influenza vaccine.

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.)
Child #7's parent was contacted to request an updated immunization record to include influenza vaccine. Parent stated she did not have child vaccinated for influenza. She will be getting a note from the doctor stating the reason why she did not receive this vaccine. She will have letter by 3/20/23.
2023-02-16 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: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the training record reviewed for all staff was missing Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update required by OCDEL by December 30, 2022.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff have taken required training as of 3/10/23.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the emergency contact information reviewed for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Family was contacted to request parent complete emergency contact form be completed to give consent or not give consent for minor first aid procedures. Parent signed form giving consent.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/16/23, the first aid kit located in room 103 did not contain scissors, soap or tape.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Assistant Director restocked first aid kit in room 103.
2022-12-19 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation on 12/19/22, it was disclosed that staff person #1 was observed using physical punishment towards children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon incidents being reported on 12/09/22, Wonderspring began its internal investigation process. Employee resigned on the evening of 12/09/22.
2022-12-19 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(c)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation on 12/19/22, it was disclosed that staff person #1 was observed singling out children for ridicule.

Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon incidents being reported on 12/09/22, Wonderspring began it's internal investigation process. Employee resigned on the evening of 12/09/22.
2022-12-19 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation on 12/19/22, it was disclosed that staff person #1 was observed using harsh and demeaning language to children.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon incidents being reported on 12/09/22, Wonderspring began it's internal investigation process. Employee resigned on the evening of 12/09/22.
2022-07-13 Change in Location Capacity 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: ON JULY 13, 2022, DURING THE INSPECTION, THERE WERE SMALL ROCKS AND WALL DEBRIS ON THE GROUND IN THE OUTDOOR INFANT/TODDLER PLAYSPACE FROM A DAMAGED WALL ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.

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.)
Lyons contractors will be onsite to repair and repaint the blue wall in the exterior play area.
2022-07-13 Change in Location Capacity 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: ON JULY 13, 2022, DURING THE INSPECTION, THE WALL WAS DAMAGED AND CRUMBLING IN THE INFANT/TODDLER AND PRESCHOOL PLAY SPACE.

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.)
The landlord (PEC) will be hiring a contractor to perform the following scope of work. Remove the old exposed building materials and dirt in the "gap" created between the cement pavers and building wall. After the gap has been cleaned, plywood will then be used as backer for new cement to be installed at the base of the wall. The cement will then be sealed by a flexible membrane to help ensure proper waterproofing as well as certain amount of flexibility at the gap.
2022-07-13 Change in Location Capacity 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: ON JULY 13, 2022, DURING THE INSPECTION, THERE WAS CHIPPING PAINT ON THE CLASSROOM WALLS THROUGHOUT THE CHILD CARE FACILITY.

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 Wonder springs facilities director will begin repairing and repainting any damaged facility walls on 0809/2022.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH AND THE REFRIGERATOR IN ROOM 102 WAS MISSING A THERMOMETER.

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.)
PROVIDER WILL PUT A THERMOMETER IN THE REFRIGERATOR IN ROOM 102 MAKING SURE THAT THE TEMPERATURE IS AT 45° F OR BELOW.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE INFORMATION ON HOW STAFF ARE TO RESPOND IN THE EVENET OF A LOCK DOWN,SHELTER IN PLACE, EVACUATION AND DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.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.)
PROVIDER WILL UPDATE THE EMRGENCY PLAN TO INCLUDE THE PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF A LOCK DOWN,SHELTER IN PLACE, EVACUATION AND ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN AND THERE WAS NO METHOD THAT SHOWED HOW PARENTS WERE TO BE INFORMED THAT AN EMERGENCY WAS OVER AND TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION FOR SAFE REUNIFICATION WITH THEIR CHILDREN.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL UPDATE THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO INCLUDE A METHOD TO INFORM PARENTS THAT THE EMERGENCY IS OVER AND HOW TO REUNITE WITH THEIR CHILDREN.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN AND THERE WAS NO EMERGENCY DRILL LOG.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL CREATE AN EMERGENCY DRILL LOG TO BE USED TO RECORD ANNUAL EMERGENCY DRILLS.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR #1, STAFF #2, STAFF #3,STAFF #4,STAFF #5,STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 DID NOT CONTAIN EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL TRAIN STAFF #1, STAFF #2, STAFF #4,STAFF #5,STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 ON THE FACILITY EMERGENCY PLAN.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES OF STAFF #1,STAFF #2 STAFF #3,STAFF #4, STAFF #5,STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7,DID NOT HAVE THE MINIMUM 12 HRS OF ANNUAL CHILDCARE TRAINING THAT IS REQUIRED.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF #1#2 STAFF #3,STAFF #4, STAFF #5,STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7, TAKE 12 HRS OF TRAINING AS REQUIRED.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1,STAFF#2,STAFF #3,STAFF#4, STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 DID NOT CONTAIN FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL PROVIDE STAFF #1,STAFF#2,STAFF #3,STAFF#4, STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 WITH FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.31(g) - Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(g)

Description: Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 4 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1, STAFF #2, STAFF #4,STAFF #5,STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 DID NOT CONTAIN THE 10 HR HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.

Correction Required: Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF #1, STAFF #2, STAFF #4,STAFF #5,STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 TRAINED IN THE 10 HR HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 7 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #4 IS MISSING OUT OF STATE, CHILD ABUSE AND STATE POLICE, CLEARANCES FROM NY. AND STAFF #7 IS MISSING A NSOR AND CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE UNDER THE CORRECT NAME.(NOTE: STAFF #7 IS NO LONGER EMPLOYED AT FACILITY AT THE TIME OF VERIFICATION INSPECTION)

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: staff # 4 and staff #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL OBTAIN THE MISSING CLEARANCES FOR STAFF #4 AND STAFF #7.
2022-03-03 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH AND THE WATER TEMPERATURE IN THE FACILITY WAS AT 118° F.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL TURN DOWN THE WATER HEATER SO THAT THE WATER WILL COOL DOWN TO A LOWER TEMPERATURE THAT DOESN'T EXCEED 110° F.
2020-10-05 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 10/07/20, During a renewal follow-up at the facility, Certification Representative observed an embedded outdoor playground structure. The slide on this structure was damaged with a large visible crack. Also, the bottom of the slide had collected a small puddle of rain water with dead bugs floating in it.

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 slide on the playground structure was sealed on the cracked area and made inaccessible to the children. In the future, we will inspect all playground equipment daily to ensure it is safe and free from hazards.
2020-10-05 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/05/20, Certification Representative observed 4 infants in the classroom with 1 staff member. One of the infant's positioning was behind a crib and out of the staff member's sight.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member was instructed to bring the child into view and a meeting was held with the staff member to go over the supervision policy.
2020-09-15 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Needs Verification

Noncompliance Area: The facility self-reported that on 9/8/20, at approximately 11:45 am, a child left the facility play space alone and onto the street walking a block away from the facility, crossing two streets, and arriving home, without staff being aware of his departure. The child was brought back to the facility by his parent at approx 11:55 am. Child was away from the facility approx. 10 minutes.

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. TIERED LIS: The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A referral by OCDEL/ Certification to the Regional Keys for the facility to receive a minimum of two hours of mandatory training regarding supervision of children for all facility staff.

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