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Hundred Acre Woods Daycare

Connellsville, PA · Fayette County
713 Linden Ave, Connellsville, PA 15425
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Capacity
18 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, Spanish
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
1

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📞 (724) 323-4154
713 Linden Ave
Connellsville, PA 15425
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Active License
License Number
CER-00246452
License Issued
Oct 23, 2025
Active Through
Oct 23, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 4

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HUNDRED ACRE WOODS DAYCARE is a Child Care Center in CONNELLSVILLE PA, with a maximum capacity of 18 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Saturday, 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: The mats, cots, and pack n plays used by children in care at nap time were observed to not be labeled for the use of specific children.

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.)
Labels were made for each child for cots/mats/pack n plays and blankets.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 1:00pm in the Infant/Young Toddler Room, during naptime, the following pack n plays were each placed in a separate corner of the room and were observed to lack the required amount of spacing while in use: The pack n play located in the back right corner of the room had approximately 17 inches of space between one side of pack n play and a highchair and the other side had a guiding ottoman directly up against it. The pack n play in the back left corner of the room had toys on the floor approximately 5 inches away from one side of the pack n play and the other side had approximately 13 inches of space from a basketball hoop. Another pack n play located in front right corner of the room had toys directly up against the pack n play and cots were approximately 22 inches away from the one side of the pack n play and the other side had a bouncer approximately 18 inches away from it.

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.)
Staff was instructed to move the pack n plays to have at least 2 feet of space on three sides of the pack n plays. We had a meeting to discuss how to complete this task and stay in compliance.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant/Toddler Room, at approximately 10:30am, Staff person #5 and 4 children on mixed ages (1 infant, 2 young toddlers, and 1 young school age child) were observed. Prior to the onset of supervision and ratio check, Staff person #5 was observed in the hallway at the kitchenette sink, which is located directly across from the Infant/Toddler Room, putting snacks away, leaving the 4 children whom they were responsible for alone in the room with no other staff present. Also, at approximately 1:00pm during nap time in the Infant/Toddler room, the room was observed to lack adequate lighting therefore making is difficult for staff to see the infant's faces in order to assess their needs as they napped.

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.)
Supervision and ratios were discussed again with all staff members. In the infant/toddler room, a cabinet was placed with snacks/food for easy access without having to leave the room. A mini fridge was purchased and placed in the room for easy access to sippy cups/milk/juice/water. Staff was instructed to use the walkie talkie or their cellphone to communicate when they need to leave the room so another staff member could come to assist. Two staff members have been placed in the infant/toddler room as well to fix this supervision issue. A light will be purchased for the infant/toddler room at nap time.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 7/21/26 at approximately 10:25 am, in the outdoor play space, 2 staff and 8 children were observed. Staff person #1 identified and named 3 children (2 older toddlers and 1 preschooler). Staff person #3 identified and named 5 children, (2 preschoolers and 3 young school age). At approximately 10:35 am, Staff person #3 was observed inside the facility washing their hands. Staff person #1 was in the play space with all 8 children. During that time, Staff person #3 was not physically present with their assigned group of children. In the Infant/Toddler Room, at approximately 10:30am, Staff person #5 and 4 children of mixed ages (1 infant, 2 young toddlers, and 1 young school age child) were observed. Prior to the onset of supervision and ratio check, Staff person #5 was observed in the hallway at the kitchenette sink, which is located directly across from the Infant/Toddler Room, putting snacks away, leaving the 4 children whom they were responsible for alone in the room with no other staff present.

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.)
Ratios and supervision were discussed with staff members as a group and individually. I discussed with them again on how to stay within ratio, and what the procedure is when you need to leave the room. A mini fridge and cabinet have been added to the infant/toddler room for easy access to drinks and snacks. Two staff members have been added to the infant/toddler room. Ratios and supervision were discussed again with staff members and daily we adapt to ratios.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 and Child #5 lacked a financial agreement form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Retrieve a financial agreement form for child #2 and child #5 to be placed in their files.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.124(a)

Description: Each child emergency contact person

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the name and phone number of who shall be contacted in an emergency. The child file for Child #5 lacked an emergency contact information form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will contact parents to provide current emergency contact information for child #2 and child #5.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked name and address of the child's physician

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.)
Retrieve the name and address of child #2's physician from their parent/guardian.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance name and 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.)
Retrieve health insurance name and policy number for child #2 from parent/guardians.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The child file for Child #3 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the addresses for three of the designated release persons listed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Retrieve name, address, and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent of whom the child may be released to for child #2 from parents/guardians. Retrieve addresses for three of the designated release persons for child #3 from parents/guardians.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:30am outside in the play space, 8 children were observed playing and the emergency contact forms for those children were not present. In the Infant/Toddler Room, 4 children were observed to be receiving care in the space, and their emergency contact forms were not present.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Place current emergency contact forms in both bookbags located in Preschool room and Infant/Toddler room.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant/Toddler Room, the lidded hands-free covered trash can used for discarding soiled diapers was observed to lack a plastic lining.

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.)
Plastic lining was placed in hands-free covered trash can.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #5 was observed to lack a health assessment.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member # 5 no longer works at facility.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Needs Verification

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

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #5 was observed to lack a tuberculosis screening and the results.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #5 no longer works at the facility.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.161(c) - Food served discarded Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.161(c)

Description: Food served discarded

Noncompliance Area: A Gerber baby food container stored inside a refrigerator was observed to have been previously served to a person as evidence by the lid was pealed back, with a baby spoon still inside, and approximately 3/4th of the contents had been consumed.

Correction Required: Food that has been previously served to a person or returned from a table shall be discarded.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Baby food was thrown away.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: Child #5, who is an infant, lacked a written feeding schedule from the parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Retrieved Infant feeding schedule from parent with signature.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: A bottle used by an infant in care was observed to not be labeled with the child's name.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
labeled bottle with infant's name.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact information form that was not reviewed and signed by the parent at least once in a 6-month period; the last review was signed and 12/28/25. The child file for Child #4 contained a current financial agreement and emergency contact form that were not reviewed and signed by the parent every 6 months; the last review of the financial agreement was signed and dated 9/15/25 and the emergency contact form was signed and dated on 8/15/25.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Contact parent to review and update emergency contact information and financial agreement for child file #1.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.182(3)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Retrieve parent signature for child file #2 for parental consent for emergency medical care.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked 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.)
Retrieve parent signature for child file #2 for parental consent to administer minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The PA Health and Safety trainings for Staff person #1, which has been previously viewed by the certification representative, were observed to not be in the file at the of inspection.

Correction Required: 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.)
PA Health and Safety trainings have been printed and placed in staff person #1s file.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.192(4)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The State Police clearance and Child Abuse clearance for Facility person #2, which has been previously viewed by the certification representative, were observed to not be in the file at the of inspection.

Correction Required: 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.)
State Police Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance for facility person #2 have been printed and placed in file.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #4 and Staff person #5 were observed to lack two nonfamily references.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #5 no longer works at facility. Staff person #4 provided two nonfamily references that were placed in a different location at the time of inspection.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR training, Mandated Reporter Training, and PA Required Health and Safety Part 1 and Part 2 trainings.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff members were placed on leave until the preservice trainings were completed and physically on file.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The operator lacked a means to provide the parent of each enrolled child with information on how to access the regulations electronically. Also, the facility's current certificate of compliance was observed to not be posted.

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.)
Regulations were posted on class dojo, our facility app, the year prior. Facility's current certificate of compliance fell off the wall but was rehung.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility has not conducted an emergency drill.

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.)
Emergency drill will be conducted this week on 8/13/26.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan had not been reviewed at least annually as evidence by the last documented review was dated 5/12/25.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We are building systems to ensure proper documentation of emergency plans are being completed. There are no updates or changes to our Emergency Plan.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 lacked documentation of having participated in annual emergency plan training for 2026; the last documented training was dated 5/16/25. The staff file for Staff person #3 lacked documentation of having participated in annual emergency plan training for 2026; the last documented training was dated 7/25/25.

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.)
We are building a system to ensure Emergency plan training is completed by all staff members annually.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Needs Verification

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 lacked documentation of having participated in annual fire safety training for 2025.

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.)
Staff Person #1 will complete the DHS Fire Safety Training and provide proper documentation to inspector.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 had not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff person #3 has since completed the training on 2/7/26.

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.)
Staff members will need to complete trainings within 90 days or not return to work until completed.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #4 (SEE IS Code Sheet) was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR). Staff person #4's file contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 5/30/26 and there was no proof of receipt that they were fingerprinted prior to their first day working with children as required under the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL.). The file for staff person #5 (SEE IS Code Sheet) was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) and DHS FBI clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #4 and Staff person #5 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #5 returned to her position within the local school district and is no longer working in the facility. Staff member #4 was placed on leave until NSOR was completed and returned. Documentation was sent to inspector. Staff member #4 signed a disclosure statement.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Needs Verification

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #3, and Staff person #4, and Staff person #5, who are functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked proof of education and documentation of two years of experience working with children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proper paperwork was missing from staff person #3, 4, 5 files and was placed in a different folder. Proper documentation for education and childcare experience will be sent to inspector. Staff person #5 is no longer is working at facility.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 7/21/26 at approximately 10:25 am, in the outdoor play space, 2 staff and 8 children were observed. Staff person #1 identified and named 3 children, 2 older toddlers and 1 preschooler. Staff person #3 identified and named 5 children, 2 preschoolers and 3 young school age. At 10:35 am, Staff person #3 was observed inside the facility washing their hands. Staff person #1 was outside in the play space with all 8 children. During that time, the staff: child ratio was exceeded by 2 children.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A meeting took place at our facility to discuss ratios and how things can be handled when needing to complete a simple task. We went over examples and practiced as a team. Daily our enrollment changes so this is something that we have to be mindful of each day. We talked about mixed age groups and how that changes ratios. Staff was given another copy of ratio information found on the DHS website.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:25am outside in the play space 2 staff, 2 older toddlers, 3 preschool age children, and 3 young school age children were observed playing and there was no first-aid kit.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A first Aid kit is placed in the bookbag; there is now a hook on the fence (out of reach from children) so staff can easily hang bookbag/first aid kit.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool Room the wall plate on an electrical outlet located to the right of the 'Take Turns' sign was observed to have a piece of the corner broken off creating a sharp edge.

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 outlet cover is fixed.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.78 - Lighting Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.78

Description: Lighting

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 1:00pm during nap time in the Infant/Toddler room, the room was observed to lack adequate lighting therefore making is difficult for staff to see the infant's faces in order to assess their needs as they napped.

Correction Required: Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff was spoken to about the darker room, due to the cloudy day, the room was darker than normal. I discussed with them how it is important to be able to see the children's faces. How it is also important to be mindful of each day as the weather changes so does the lighting in that room. On cloudy days, they are instructed to open the curtains, we are also planning on getting lights to hang on the ceiling (tap lights or projector). We are deciding on what would be the safest option.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: The staff bathroom was observed to lack a lidded waste receptacle.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A lidded waste receptacle was placed in the staff bathroom.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.82(j)

Description: Running water - diapering

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant/Toddler Room, the diaper changing area was observed to lack a source of running water. A portable camping sink was observed however it was not operable at time of inspection.

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.)
The sink was reconnected and filled with water and tested to be functional by center director on 7/21/26. .
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Upon review of the facility's fire drill log, more than 60 days has passed since the last drill which was conducted on 5/1/26.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire Drill will be conducted on 8/13/26.
2026-07-21 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 10/1/25 - 11/1/25 (31 days), 12/1/25 - 1/1/26 (31 days), 1/1/26 - 2/1/26 (31 days), 3/1/26 - 4/1/26 (31 days), 5/1/26 - 6/1/26 (31 days). More than 30 days has passed since the last test which was conducted on 6/1/26.

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.)
Fire detection system tested 7/21/26.
2025-10-20 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION: The child file for Child #3 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked an admission date. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/15/25

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Admission date will be recorded on current financial agreement form for child file number three.
2025-10-20 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION: The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of verification of two years' experience working with children; only 260 hours of childcare experience was documented. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/15/25

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person one will provide documentation two years' of experience working with children.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #5 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked the names of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child file number five was corrected by asking the parent to write on the financial agreement whom the child can be released to.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #4 and Child #5 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked an admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correct admission date for child file number 4 and 5 was written on the financial agreement form. Admission date of August 8th, 2025.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1 and Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the health insurance policy number. The child file for Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the health insurance name and 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.)
Parents/Guardians of child files number one and two were contacted to provide the health insurance policy number. The child file of child number five was contacted to provide health insurance name and policy number.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the addresses for one or more of the designated release persons listed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents/Guardians of child files number 1,2,5 were contacted to provide the addresses for designated release persons.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:15am, outside in the play space, 2 staff and 1 young toddler and 3 preschool age children were observed playing and the emergency contact forms for the children were not present.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency Contact forms are located in the emergency to-go bookbags. Staff persons have been retrained to take the emergency to-go bookbags with them while outside.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: The Infant/Toddler Room and the Preschool Room were observed to lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every childcare space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency will be posted in the infant/toddler room and preschool room.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Non 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 child file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, was observed to lack an updated health report; the most recent health report on file is dated 8/23/24 which is more than 12 months old.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents/guardian of child file number four will be contacted to provide an updated health report.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for Facility person #2, who is a volunteer, was observed to contain a health assessment and TB test dated 8/28/25 which is dated after their first day with children.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person number two will have a completed TB Test and Health Assessment prior to working with children.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack signed parental consent for emergency medical care.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents/Guardians for child number 1, 2, 3 were contacted to sign parental consent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact information form.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack 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.)
Parents/guardians for child #1, #2, #3, #5 were contacted to sign parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.182(8) - Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(8)

Description: Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1 and Child #3 was observed to lack a copy of the initial financial agreement.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Initial financial Agreement was placed in child files # 1 and # 3.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.183(a)

Description: Locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: The filing cabinet that contains the child files was observed to not be locked at time of inspection.

Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Location of child files were locked on site, at the time of inspection, staff members were shown how to lock filing cabinet.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #2 was observed to lack one nonfamily reference.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 provided one nonfamily reference.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.193(a) - Confidential; stored in locked cabinet Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.193(a)

Description: Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: The filing cabinet that contains the staff files was observed to not be locked at time of inspection.

Correction Required: Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Filing cabinet was locked on site, at the time of inspection, staff persons were shown how to lock filing cabinet that contain child files.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to have documentation of participating in emergency plan training however the document was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the training was received timely.

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.)
The date 7/25/25 was written on the staff person # three training documentation and placed back in their file. This was the first day of work for staff member number three.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement that was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the disclosure was signed in compliance with the Child Proctective Service Law (CPSL). The file for Facility person #2 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement dated 8/11/25 which was not signed at time of hire per the CPSL.

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.)
Dates are corrected to be accurate for time of hire, that was my mistake of writing the incorrect date.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked proof of education as well as proper documentation of verification of two years' experience working with children; Staff person #1 self-disclosed that they filled out the employee verification form themselves.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person number 1 will provide proof of high school diploma; Staff member will provide accurate documentation of two years of experience working with children and employer will be contacted.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:15am outside in the play space 2 staff, 1 young toddler, and 3 preschool age children were observed playing and there was no first-aid kit.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons were retrained to take the emergency to go bag with them while outside. A discussion about importance of having the to go bag/first aid kit with them was conducted.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The Preschool Rooms outside to-go backpack, which contained the first-aid kit, was observed to lack soap, bandages, gauze pads, tweezers, and tape. The Infant/Toddler first-aid kit was observed to lack 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.)
The preschool room to-go bookbag was restocked with soap, bandages, gauze pads, tweezers, and tape. The infant/toddler to-go bag/first aid kit was stocked with soap.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 6/18/25 to 7/20/25 (32 days).

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.)
Fire testing documentation [will] be 30 days apart.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 was observed to lack a health assessment and tuberculosis screening test and results.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will provide proof of health assessment and TB test for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.18(a) - On file at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a comprehensive general liability insurance policy.

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.)
We will obtain general comprehensive liability insurance.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #2 was observed to lack pediatric first-aid/CPR.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 will obtain pediatric first CPR by a PQAS instructor.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were observed to lack two nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will obtain two references for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2.
2025-05-12 Initial review 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 staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as a valid Child Abuse clearance and a valid FBI clearance; a volunteer Child Abuse clearance and a DOE FBI clearance were on file which are not an acceptable clearance per the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have Staff person #3 sign a disclosure statement as well as obtain a valid Child Abuse and DHS FBI clearance prior to working with children.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as the Director, lacked documentation of one year of experience working with children.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will contact past employer and have them complete an employment verification form.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #2 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of two years of experience working with children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 will no longer be considered staff.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kits in both to-go bags were observed to lack scissors and gloves.

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.)
Put scissors and gloves in both first-aid kits.
2025-05-12 Initial review 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: The toilets in each of the bathrooms were observed to lack a handwashing sign.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will put up handwashing signs above all toilets.
2025-05-12 Initial review 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 facility lacked proof of receipt for their fire detection system as required per section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

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.)
Will complete an attestation form.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool Room there was a three drawer plastic pink container that had a cracked handle.

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.)
Plastic bin was discarded. Staff will ensure that all furniture and materials are maintained and discarded when broken.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was a pack and play located in the Toddler Room that was not labeled for the specific child.

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.)
Pack and play was labeled. in the future, staff will observe to ensure that name tags or labels are on pack, and plays
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #4 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Payment date was added to child #4 form. In the future, staff will maintain accurate and complete records.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The health reports for the following children lacked verification of ongoing vaccines in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The report for child #1 lacked a second dose of Hepatitis B, second dose of Rotavirus, second and third dose of DTAP, second dose of HIB, second and third dose of Pneumococcal, and second and third dose of Polio. The report for child #3 lacked an influenza vaccination. The report for child #4 lacked a second dose of Rotavirus, second and third dose of DTAP, second dose of HIB, second and third dose of Pneumococcal, and second dose of Polio. The report for child #5 lacked a fourth dose of DTAP and a influenza vaccination.

Correction Required: 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.)
Parents were notified that immunizations must be completed and were given a health assessment form. In the future, staff will maintain records and ensure that health assessments and immunizations are kept up to date. Parents were given until sept 30 to have this completed.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment. Staff person #2 had health assessments conducted on 5/28/17 and 7/1/19.

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.)
Health assessment was conducted. In the future, staff will ensure that all health assessments are conducted within the 24 month period
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 8/11/20 the facilities one and only smoke detector was not operational. The smoke detector did not have batteries. This condition at the facility poses a threat to the health and safety of the children. Operator did place a battery in the detector and was able to show that it did work.

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.)
Battery was replaced. Hard wired smoke detectors will be installed.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Current certificate was posted., director will ensure current certificate remains posted
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 and Staff #3 contained mandated reporter training that was not completed within 60 months of the previous training. Staff #1 dates of training, 4/18/15 and 7/31/20. Staff #3 dates of training 7/20/15 and 7/31/20.

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.)
Mandated reporter training was conducted. in the future, director will ensure that all staff complete trainings within 60 months of prior training
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3, hired on 6-15-15, contained a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 4/27/20. The file for staff # 1, contained a State Police clearance that was not completed within 60 months of the previous clearance, 7/16/15 and 7/28/20. The file for staff # 1 contained a Child Abuse clearance that was not completed within 60 months of the previous clearance, 7/16/15 and 7/30/20.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff obtained proper clearance. in the future, director will maintain files and ensure that the correct clearance is completed in the mandated time.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Room, there were two electrical outlets that lacked protective receptacle covers. One outlet was located on the left wall and the other was located on the back wall in the area where the children dine. The outlets were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Outlet covers were replaced. in the future staff will ensure all outlets are covered.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Preschool Bathroom, Method Antibacterial Toilet Cleaner, labeled keep out of reach of children, was under the sink in a drawer 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.)
Cleaner was placed above children's reach. In the future, all cleaning materials will be kept out of the reach of children.
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Bathroom there was a liquid in a unlabeled container. Staff identified the liquid as a cleaning product.

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.)
Spray bottled was labeled with "Bleach and Water". In the future all cleaning materials will be labeled and kept out of reach of children
2020-08-11 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Room, there was a nail sticking out from the door frame. Located between the Toddler Room and Preschool Room there was a broken gate that did not close.

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.)
Nail was removed. In the future, all services will be kept in good repair and safe for children.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a damaged toy bin top in the foyer. Observed a broken blue chair and 2 wooden shelves which were not securely anchored in the toddler area. Observed 2 blue broken toy bins in the preschool area.

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.)
Broken bins were discarded, broken chair discarded, and wooden shelves were attached to floor. All bins, toys and equipment will be monitored by staff to maintain a safe environment for children.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed an area of several small stones located in the outdoor play area used by toddlers.

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.)
Stones were removed. Moving forward, staff will monitor and remove small stones and small objects from the play area to maintain a safe play space for toddlers
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #4 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 60 days after the first day of attendance at the facility.

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.)
Child #4 has a current valid health assessment. Initial health assessments will be done within 60 days of the child's first day. Staff will monitor files more closely to ensure adherence.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #3, a young toddler, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 has a valid health assessment at this time. All child files will be updated according to regulations, in this case of young toddler, every 6 months. Staff will monitor files more closely to be sure they are maintained.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1, a preschool child, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 13 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.)
Child was given notice for updated health report to be obtained. Moving forward, all child files will be monitored more closely to ensure health reports are kept up to date in accordance with regulations, in this case, within 12 months for a preschool child.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1, and 4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: 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.)
Documentation of ongoing vaccinations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP for child file #1, and 4 will be obtained unless the parent has written an exemption from the vaccine. Future immunization records will be reviewed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed a bottle of children's ibuprofen which was not labeled with the name for whom the medication is intended.

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.)
Ibuprofen was labeled with child's name. In the future, all medication will be labeled with the child for which it is intended and will only be administered to that child.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 and #2 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.

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.)
Staff #1 and #2 have current valid health assessments. Moving forward, staff files will be monitored more closely to assure that all health assessments are maintained in accordance with the guidelines and will be dated no more then 24 months after previous assessment
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care 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.)
Safe pick up and drop off letter was made. The safe pick up and drop off routes shall remain posted for parents to see.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1 and #2 contained original accident reports.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Copies were made of accident reports and parents given the originals. Moving forward, all accident reports will be copied and original will be given to the parent and copy put into child's file and accident file.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the child files were in an unlocked cabinet.

Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Cabinet was locked. Moving forward, cabinet with child files will remained locked at all times and employees will have access to key.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Instructions for contacting the regional day care office were posted and will remain posted for parents.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #3 and #4, contained documentation of the annual 6 clock hours of training which was completed after the previously completed anniversary year.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3 and #4 have completed the 6 hours of training. Director will monitor staff files to ensure 6 clock hours of training are completed each year.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2, who has been employed for more than 12 months, did not contain documentation of training in fire safety.

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.)
Fire safety was obtained by staff #2. and will be done upon hire and will be trained yearly by all staff.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2 did not contain an evaluation completed within the previous 12 months.

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.)
An evaluation was completed for staff #2. All staff evaluations will be completed every 12 months.
2019-07-19 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed gorilla glue, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the foyer area.

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.)
Gorilla glue was moved. All glue and toxic materials will be kept in locked or inaccessible areas to children

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