Bright Futures Early Learning Academy - Downingtown PA Child Care Center

989 E LANCASTER AVE , DOWNINGTOWN PA 19335
(610) 873-1041

About the Provider

Description: Just Children schools incorporate the most current childcare methods into each classroom. State-of-the-art equipment and playgrounds are the standard at each location and special programs are offered year-round to enrich your child's experience. Through creative exploration, children experience situations that promote decision-making. Parents have grown to appreciate the unique atmosphere at Just Children. Along with a bright, stimulating environment, children learn as they play. Our professional staff carefully plans each child's daily activities, considering each child's uniqueness.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00187952
  • Capacity: 112
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, American Sign Language, Spanish
  • Schools Served: Downingtown Area - Escorted to/from school
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 19
  • District Office Phone: (484) 593-5050 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-02-06 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, child #1 was missing Rotavirus, MMR, Varicella and Influenza vaccinations and there was no letter of exemption from these immunizations on file. Child #2 had no immunizations on file. Child #3-6 did not have influenza vaccination or exemption of this immunization on file.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We got the information from the children's parents and the exemptions needed. We will keep track of immunizations by forming a checklist from now on with the other paperwork needed.
2020-02-06 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was no health assessment or TB test on file for staff #4.

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.An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We had it in email. I forgot to print it out. I will make sure in the future that all paperwork is in the files before a staff person starts. STAFF #4 NO LONGER EMPLOYED
2020-02-06 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was no mandated reporter training on file for staff #1 (date of hire 11-3-19) and staff #1 was left alone in room 3, Waddler room. Staff #4 (date of hire 1-29-20) had no request for NSOR certificate or FBI fingerprinting through IDentogo and had a State Police clearance with an unreported disposition. After speaking to this staff person, she had stated that the charges are pending and she is currently undergoing an ARD program. Due to these circumstances, staff #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will make sure all clearances are in the staff member's file before they are left alone with children. The staff member finished her mandated reporter training. The staff member was let go that had charges pending. We will make sure to let DHS review any criminal charges that are pending in the future.
2020-02-06 Renewal 3270.77(a)/3270.104(a) - No peeling paint or plaster/Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the changing table in room 2 was missing paint on the bottom shelves.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. 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.)
We have painted the changing table. We will have a supervisor check the walls, door and window frames and furniture monthly for chipped paint.
2019-08-26 Initial review 3270.101(c) - Include 6 categories of development Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: ON AUGUST 26, 2019 DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, ALL CLASSROOMS AT THE FACILITY OBSERVED DID NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE MATERIALS AND PLAY EQUIPMENT AS SPECIFIED AT 3270.101 (C)(1)-(6).

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials shall include the items specified at 3270.101(c)(1) - (6).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Adequate materials were put in the classroom the same day. We will make sure that play equipment and adequate materials are always present for the children by doing a weekly inventory.
2019-08-26 Initial review 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: ON AUGUST 26, 2019 DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE THAT STAFF PERSON # 1 RECEIVED TRAINING REGARDING THE EMERGENCY PLAN AT THE TIME OF INITIAL EMPLOYMENT.

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 emergency training was done for staff person number 1 the same day. We will make sure all existing and new employees receive the appropriate emergency training.
2019-08-26 Initial review 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: ON AUGUST 26, 2019 DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, THE STAFF BATHROOM # 44 WAS NOT EQUIPPED WITH 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 trash can was provided in the staff bathroom the same day. We will make sure all areas have lidded trash cans and they are in good working order by having the teachers inspect them daily.

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