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Frew Mill Campus

New Castle, PA · Lawrence County
1745 Frew Mill Rd, New Castle, PA 16101
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Capacity
70 children
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
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📞 (724) 658-7671
1745 Frew Mill Rd
New Castle, PA 16101
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00256251
License Issued
Aug 18, 2026
Active Through
Aug 18, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 3

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FREW MILL CAMPUS is a Child Care Center in NEW CASTLE PA, with a maximum capacity of 70 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-12 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: Child #1's financial agreement did not contain the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On the day of the inspection, the Family Service Worker updated the fee agreement with the amount that is charged per week for this child.
2026-05-12 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(3)

Description: Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: In room 133, the preschool room, there was Children's Zyrtec and Children's All Day Allergy that did not have the name of the child for whom the medication is intended on the label.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On the day of the inspection, the teacher's assistant wrote the name of the child on their med box.
2026-05-12 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: In Room 133, the preschool room, behind the teacher's desk on a low open shelf were adult scissors accessible to children.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of the inspection, the teacher removed the scissors and locked them away in a cabinet.
2026-05-12 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent dates of the annual fire testing are 4/16/25 and 5/1/26 which are more than 12 months apart.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire report was completed but it was late.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: In room 128 the top of the diaper table side was split causing a pinching hazard, and the bottom of the block shelf was splintered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This has since been corrected. Maintenance staff have fixed this crack and sealed it shut so that this no longer permits a safety concern. The block shelf was removed and a new one has been requested.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: The daily schedule was not posted in the gym.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was immediately corrected upon inspection. The current schedule of activities for the Gross Motor space is posted on the bulletin board in the Gross Motor Space.
2025-05-06 Renewal 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: The two most recent health assessments for child #1, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), were dated 8/25/23 and 11/5/24 which are more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment for child #2, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), is dated 4/24/24 which is more than 12 months ago.

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.)
This policy has since been corrected. In the past a 30 day grace period was given per policy. After talking with the Health Coordinator and looking at regulations we have updated procedures to ensure families are aware that Health Assessments are to be completed within 1 year of the date on the current Health Assessment.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.134(f) - Toothbrush bristles up Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(f)

Description: Toothbrush bristles up

Noncompliance Area: In room 133 the toothbrushes were stored above the sink in the cabinet with caps on them.

Correction Required: Toothbrushes shall be stored with the bristles up and exposed to circulating air.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected immediately during inspection and caps were removed. Health office was notified to ensure these are no longer provided. Staff were retrained and reminded to keep caps off of toothbrushes.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: In room 109 while the staff was diapering a child they used their hand to open the trash can while throw a diaper away.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This has since been retaught and retrained to staff. Staff are to follow our diapering policy which states they are to use the pedal on the garbage can to throw soiled items away (while gloved). All garbage cans in diapering areas are ensured to have a pedal so that there is no contamination of lid. The lid was also sanitized since this area of violation.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: In room 109 a staff person changed a child's diaper opened the bathroom room door, washed the child's hands, did not wash the staff's hands, then picked up the child, and opened the gate to place the child on the floor in the room.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
As stated in previous correction; during diapering the door should be open so that the sink is accessible to staff and child to wash hands after diapering. Adult should always wash hands after diapering and this has been retrained and retaught to staff - again referencing our current policy as well. Staff were reminded that contamination is very concerning and need to ensure they are following handwashing procedures and diapering procedures at all necessary times.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The emergency drill that was documented for 3/27/25 did not document all the names of the staff involved.

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.)
This has been corrected for future emergency drills. Adult names will be included moving forward for all Emergency Drills conducted.
2025-05-06 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: Staff #1's file contained a signed and witnessed disclosure statement, but it was not dated. An updated disclosure statement has been signed, witnessed, and dated 3/27/25.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected onsite and dated (per description above) and placed in file.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: In room 133 in the cabinet above the sink which stored food for the children was Rosemary Repel-Hair Spray and Tea Tree Oil both which are toxic and stored next to food. The disinfecting spray was on top of the cabinet above the sink that stored food not in a container to protect from leaks or spills.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This has since been corrected. Supervisor followed up immediately and ensured staff are placing cleaning spray bottles in their dated caddy. This will eliminate any leaking or spillage that could cause contamination. Hair Spray and tea tree oil were labeled "Staff use only" and removed immediately.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.66(d) - Toxic plants not permitted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: A Jade plant which is toxic to children was observed on the counter by the sink in room 128.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected during inspection and removed immediately. Supervisor has since emailed out the correspondence from OCDEL that links a list of toxic plants. Supervisor also requested that the Technology Department add a Plant Identification tool to all Classroom IPADS for correct identification.
2025-05-06 Renewal 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(j)

Description: Running water - diapering

Noncompliance Area: In room 109 after changing the child's diaper the staff person had to open the door behind them to the bathroom to wash the child's hands.

Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ensuring all items to follow appropriate diapering procedure are prepped ahead of time. This would include that the bathroom door is opened and ready for the child to access to eliminate any contamination of touching the handle.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In room 128, a gray bin with a raccoon picture on it had a cracked lid with sharp edges.

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.)
This has since been corrected and replaced with a new bin. The broken bin was removed immediately and a new one was provided. The DHS inspector was able to see this upon her second visit.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: In room 133, teeth marks were observed on the foam number peg boards.

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.)
This was corrected upon the DHS inspectors return. Supervisor removed the toys from the classroom.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: In Room 133, observed that child #6 was not using rest equipment that was labeled for the use of the specific child and the couch that was used as rest equipment for the child was also used by other children for activities not related to napping.

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.)
This child is now using his cot instead of the couch in the rest area. He is using his own equipment and staff are monitoring this to ensure he is using his labeled cot.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: In Room 133, observed that 8 of the 14 children did not have 2 feet of space on three sides of their rest equipment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To move shelving and tables daily and as needed to ensure this space is met. This has been corrected and staff are ensuring there is enough space each day at nap time.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: There was no written plan of daily activities posted in room 129.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Supervisor has created a schedule/outline of room 129 and posted in the Emailed a picture of schedule to the DHS Inspector.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On 5/20/24, Room 128 was observed during nap time, There were 7 children present in the room. Child #4, was unable to be properly supervised by staff #4 or 5 from where the staff were located in the room as the child was located behind a shelf. Room 133 was observed during nap time. There were 14 children present in the room with 3 staff. Staff #6 was unable to properly supervise 2 of her 6 children from where she was sitting in the room as her back was turned to one child and the other was behind a shelf. Staff #7 was unable to properly supervise 5 of the 7 children in her supervisory group from where she was sitting in the room as the children were behind shelves or not in her view as her back was turned.

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.)
Staff were immediately followed up with by supervisor this day regarding Active Supervision and requested to be standing and ensuring that they can see and hear all of their children. Staff were reminded that shelving is to be moved during nap in order to be able to see all children they are responsible for so that everyone is safe and accounted for at all times.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 5/20/24, observed 7 children with 2 staff in Room 128 during nap. Staff #4 named 4 children in her supervisory group. Staff #5 named 4 children in her supervisory group. Staff #4 and 5 both named two of the same children in their supervisory group and this left 1 child who was not named in any supervisory group. Observed 14 children in Room 133 during nap. Staff #6 named 7 children in her supervisory group. Staff #7 named 8 children in her supervisor group and Staff #1 named 1 child in her supervisory group. All 3 staff named child #5 in their supervisory group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Supervisor immediately followed up with staff this day to review and remind them of how important it is to not only be aware of the entire group, but also the children who are in their "group" and responsible for. Staff are to be using child tags so that all children are always accounted for and not being counted multiple times. This was all reviewed with all staff immediately.
2024-05-20 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: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is of preschool age, were more than 12 months apart. Dates are as follows: 9/9/22 and 10/5/23.

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.)
To review the data chart in order to know when a child's health assessment is getting close to expiration. Supervisor followed up with staff and family service worker to make sure they understood and could avoid future issues and remain in compliance by having the health assessment completed within the 12th month of that health assessment year.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #1 includes 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines as recommended by the ACIP for the age of the child. The immunization record on file for Child #3, includes 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines as recommended by the ACIP for the age of the child. The file for Child #2 did not contain an immunization record and a review of immunized status based on the age of the child was unable to be determined.

Correction Required: Children #1, 2 and 3 must be dismissed from care by close of business on the date of provider notification and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This has since been corrected and proof of these items were emailed to the DHS Inspector on 5/29.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(8)

Description: Age appropriate screenings complete

Noncompliance Area: The health reports in the files for child #2 and #3 did not have a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This has since been corrected and proof has been submitted to the inspector on 5/29 for child #3 and on for child #2 on 6/13.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility file lacked documentation for the proof of purchase of the interconnected smoke detectors.

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.)
An Attestation Statement was signed on 5/20/24 stating that the interconnected fire detection device/system in this facility was purchased prior to 11/2020 and the proof date of purchase is not available. Approx. purchased: 4/2018. The Attestation will be available upon request during any future visit.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster was not in the emergency plan.

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.)
This has since been corrected and added to the current Emergency plan/reshared with staff. This updated plan was also reshared with all local emergency facilities and municipal staff. This will continuously be embedded into the facility plan. Proof was submitted to DHS inspector as well as the local authorities that they received it.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3, lacked emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now emergency plan training on file and dated 4/17/24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #3 has received and signed off on the current emergency plan.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The parent letter explaining emergency procedures lacks an update to the plan regarding special accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with chronic medical conditions and children with disabilities.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plan was updated as well as verbiage was also added to the parent letter to ensure how we would accommodate infants, toddlers, and any other children who may have special accommodations needed.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The Pediatric CPR/FA training on file for staff #2 was not renewed on or before the expiration date. Dates are as follows: 8/7/21 and 10/7/23.

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. 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 #2 who is trained as a First aid/CPR instructor completed the Trainer Certification course on 12/2/2023 to prove that the staff person is in compliance.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 lacked health and safety training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now revised 10 hour health and safety training on file and dated 5/24/24.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This has since been corrected and will ensure all staff are maintaining compliance (whether they are new or transferring).
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacked an NSOR on or before initial start date in a childcare position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now an NSOR on file and dated 7/25/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To use the new hire checklist that encompasses all necessary clearances / requirements. Supervisors will ensure these items are completed prior to hire. NSOR was completed on 7/25/23. The current NSOR is in the staff file.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks 1250 hours of childcare training. The file for staff #3, who holds the title of director, lacks 1250 hours of childcare training.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proof of Childcare experience has been provided and placed in each of the staff files to show proof that both staff do qualify. This was submitted via email to DHS Inspector on 5/29.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: In room 132 the first aid kit above the sink did not contain scissors, tweezers, or soap.

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.)
This was corrected and all necessary items were added to the first aid kid. This is a second first aid kit so the first kit did supply necessary items. Staff were reminded to ensure all kits were complete and filled regardless.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In the bathroom of room 128 there was a ceiling tile in the bathroom that was stained with a brown substance and half of the tile was broken off and missing. In room 128 the bottom right corner of the wooden exit door was splintering. In the gym the baseboard at the bottom of the steps on the left was peeling away from the wall.

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.)
This has since been corrected and pictures / walk through of our DHS inspector did see these items fixed. Ceiling tile was replaced, a metal kick plate installed on the door, and the baseboard received new adhesive to stick to the wall in the gym.
2024-05-20 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: In room 133, chipping paint was observed around the windows in the dramatic play area and behind the teacher's desk. In the outdoor preschool play space there was chipping paint on the white downspout by the gate between the toddler and preschool play spaces. The ceiling in the gym was observed to have large pieces of peeling paint hanging down.

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 paint and downspout has since been corrected and the DHS Inspector saw these both fixed when she returned for her second visit on 5/24. The paint was touched up and the downspout was also re-painted. Equipment is needing rented due to the height of ceiling and until this is fixed, staff were emailed that the gym will remain closed until further notice. Confirmation was received that this is being fixed on 6/13/24.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There was a cracked gray letter tile toy in the infant /toddler playground.

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 tile toy was removed from the playground.
2023-05-31 Renewal 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: The file for child # 1 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 11/1/22. The report was obtained after 12 months the prior report was dated 4/26/21. The file for child # 3 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 11/4/22. The report was obtained after 12 months the prior report was dated 8/5/21.

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.)
Files for child #1 has current physical. Child # 3 has current health report in file.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 2 is missing a dose of the 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 implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 5/31/23 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A handwritten note from the parent was given stating that they did not want to give this child the influenza vaccine.
2023-05-31 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: The facility emergency plan lacked the updates regarding the Continuity of Operations requirements.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The policy has been updated to reflect the Continuity of Operations requirements.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 1 contained a current health assessment dated 8/5/21. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 7/24/19 . The file for staff #2 contained a current health assessment dated 2/1/22. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 11/20/19 .

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Due to this staff member being off for the summer there was a lapse in a current health assessment.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: The files for child # 4,5 and 6 the infants, lacked a written statement from the child's parent giving the formula and feeding schedule.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A baby formula and feeding schedule form was given to each parent of every infant under the age of 1. Each parent was able to fill out the form and sign.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked the pick-up and drop-off notification of safe routes posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A printout of the handbook stating the drop off and pick up notification was posted in the lobby area on the parent bulletin board.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.18(a) - On file at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: The facility Liability Insurance report lacked the name and address of the facility.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An email of request to have Frew Mill address on the liability insurance has been sent to HR. Estimated date of correction will be July 27th. 2023.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The information on how to access the regulations electronically was not provided to the parents of each enrolled child.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy was made of the regulations and placed on the parent bulletin board in the lobby area of the facility.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 1 lacked 8.5 out of 12 required hours of annual childcare training, from 12/19/21 to 12/19/22.

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 31 took the remaining 3.5 hours from previous year to give staff member the required 12 hours for training.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 1 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 4/26/23 the training pass one year. The Prior certificate was dated. 2/25/22. The file for staff # 2 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 4/24/23 the training pass one year. The Prior certificate was dated. 2/25/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The supervisor plans to keep track of each staff member's fire safety training date by adding calendar events a month prior to when the training is due and keeping a chart using excel. This will allow the supervisor to have the staff member complete the Fire Safety Training in a timely manner.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 1 contained a current Health and Safety Updated training dated 4/26/23, that was not completed by 12/30/22.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The supervisor plans to keep track of each staff member's Health and safety training date by adding calendar events a month prior to when the training is due and keeping a chart using excel. This will allow the supervisor to have the staff member complete the Fire Safety Training in a timely manner. Staff #1 has current health and safety training in file.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 3 lacked a current mandated report training certificate. The prior certificate is dated 3/13/18. The file for staff # 4 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 11/3/22 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 8/22/16.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.)
The supervisor plans to keep track of each staff member's mandated reporter training date by adding calendar events a month prior to when the training is due and keeping a chart using excel. This will allow the supervisor to have the staff member complete the Fire Safety Training in a timely manner. Staff # 3 has current mandated reporter training in file. Staff # 4 has current mandated reporter training in file.
2023-05-31 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: The file for staff #2 contained a current FBI clearance dated 12/6/22, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 11/15/17.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.)
Due to the fact that this staff member was on maternity leave caused her FBI clearance to laspe.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff # 2 lacked written evaluation every 12 months. The last evaluation on file is dated 11/20/21.

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.)
Due to the fact that this staff member was on maternity leave caused her staff evaluation to laspe. A written evaluation was completed for staff #2.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: There was a backpack with hand sanitizer, sunscreen lotion, hand cream and toothpaste on top of the cubbies label " keep out of reach of children". accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
These items were removed and placed in the locked cabinet.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: The emergency numbers were not posted by the telephone in the infant room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency numbers were found beside the cabinet. They had fallen off the wall. The numbers were placed in a similar area on a bulletin board.
2023-05-31 Renewal 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log lacked hypothetical locations.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire drill log will be filled out to its entirety. A hypothetical location will be marked on the fire drill log.
2022-10-24 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2022-05-11 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Room, in an area accessible to children in care, an approximately 3.5' wooden coat tree was observed to have loose bolts near the base causing the potential for pinching points.

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 coat tree was in the preschool classroom. When the Certification Representative brought it to our attention, it was pulled out of the the preschool classroom and was discarded right then and there in front of our Certification Representative. We were informed that due to being discarded at that moment it would not show up on our violation summary.
2022-05-11 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: Although the files for Staff #1-#6 contained documentation of the completion of Health and Safety Basics training, each noted staff member completed said training prior to 09/30/2016.

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 #1 completed the training on 5/24/2022 Staff # 2 no longer works with us Staff # 3 Completed the training on 5/10/2021 Staff # 4 no longer works with us Staff #5 is registered for the training and working on it. Staff #6 completed the training 1/14/2020
2022-05-11 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, a sharply edged metal brace located at the base of the fencing enclosing the outdoor play space and a sharply edged, approximately 8"x8" metal framing around the water spigot installed on the building wall of the outdoor play space were observed to present the potential for laceration injuries.

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.)
Our maintenance crew covered the small metal water hook up with brick. It is now flushed with the outside brick wall. This was completed on 8/26/2022.

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