Hide-N-Seek Christian Day Care - Lewistown PA Child Care Center

227 WASHINGTON AVE , LEWISTOWN PA 17044
(717) 248-7837

About the Provider

Description: hildren are the future, our future! Children are not only

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00184250
  • Capacity: 97
  • State Rating: 4
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, American Sign Language, Spanish
  • Schools Served: Mifflin County
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 8
  • District Office Phone: (814) 231-1352 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-09-13 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection in the downstairs toddler room, plastic bags were observed in the children's cubbie spaces that were accessible to the 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.)
The plastic bag in question, containing a child's clothing was immediately removed and put onto a higher shelf in the classroom. Moving forward, all clothing needing to be returned home in a plastic bag will be stored out of reach of children and a note will be attached to the child's cubby, alerting the family to take home the clothing.
2019-09-13 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In reviewing of staff files, staff person #1 and staff person #2's files did not contain the required hiring documents (no clearances or receipts for applying for clearances).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The two students who are enrolled in the Mifflin County Academy's high school ECE CDA program were immediately suspended from work and did not return until the necessary documentation for receipts and/or clearances were turned into the director. Required documentation was sent to our DHS representative upon receipt.
2019-09-13 Renewal 3270.67(a) - Trash removed once a day Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection in the outside toddler play area, the trash can had not been emptied/was full.

Correction Required: Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The trashcan in question was immediately emptied and the staff were reminded to remove the garbage daily when they have played on the playground for the last time in the afternoon. The removal of trash on the playground was added to the classroom(s) closing checklist(s) for all rooms in the center.
2019-09-13 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection in the girls' and boys' bathrooms downstairs, peeling paint and rust were observed on the toilet fixture, collar/hose leading to the wall.

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 rusted items were cleaned and replaced on the toilet in both bathrooms. Bathrooms will be more closely monitored as part of the evening cleaning process checklist for these possibilities in the future.
2017-09-26 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection of the outside play area, there was a piece of buckling wood observed on the ramp of the boat.

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 piece of wood was purchased and replaced by Friday, September 29th and painted blue to match the rest of the ramp.
2017-09-26 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, there was a bees' nest observed in the roof of the pavillon in the outside play area for the older children.

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 nest was sprayed and removed the following morning, September 27, 2017. Staff will continue to monitor for bees nests as they are built.

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