Kiddieland Childcare & Learning Center Llc

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff Person #1 was not the current version that included all needed information required by the CPSL.

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

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: The bookbags, containing the first aid kits, were observed on a bench in the outdoor play space where they were accessible to children receiving care.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: The exit door from the toddler room leading to the stairwell and exterior exit was observed to be obstructed. A scooter was positioned on the stairwell side of the exit door, blocking the means of egress in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: After review of the fire alarm testing log, it was determined that the facility has exceeded 30 days since their last fire alarm testing on 4.15.26.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the health reports on file for Child #3, a young toddler, exceeded 6 months between health reports dated 3.14.25 and 10.15.25.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the health reports on file for Children #1 and #2, preschool age children, exceeded 12 months between reports. The health reports on file for Child #1 were dated 8.14.24 and 10.3.25. The health reports on file for Child #2 were dated 10.4.24 and 11.13.25.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations dated 10.5.23 and 12.15.25.

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.

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A pair of adult scissors was observed in an unlocked cabinet on the school age side of the Space Cadet classroom. This resulted in the scissors being accessible to school age children who receive care in the child care space.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: An unlocked cabinet, containing toxic cleaning products, was observed on the school age side of the Space Cadet Classroom. These products included Clorox Anywhere Spray and two disinfectant sprays. The items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children and could be accessible to school age children receiving care in the child care space.

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

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs Space Cadet classroom, 4 of the window restrictions were observed to be disengaged allowing the windows, located above the ground floor, to open more than 6 inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: The backpack containing the first aid kit in the Front Preschool classroom was observed to be hanging from a lower hook on the wall. The first aid kit was accessible to preschool age children receiving care in the child care space.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The copy of the current agreement on file for Child #1 lacked the services provided.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the complete addresses for the 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.

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the emergency contact form for Child #2 has exceeded 6 months since last review in June 2024.

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

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Loose crib sheets were observed on the cribs in the Little Cruiser area of the Toddler Classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. The 10 hour health and safety training was completed 250 days after starting. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training was complete 235 days after starting.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a request for the PA State Police Clearance prior to starting in a child care taking position. A completed PA State Police Clearance was not on file until 10 days after starting. Staff person #1 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The training was not completed until 250 days after starting.

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.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: One electrical outlet was observed to be missing a protective receptable cover in the Little Monsters Classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: In both the upstairs Little Monsters and Space Cadet classrooms 5 unrestricted windows were observed. The lack of restrictions allowed the windows, located above the ground floor, to open more than 6 inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the Space Cadets classroom a cracked plastic toy bin was observed causing rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points. In the Toddler classroom plastic toy french fries were observed to have a hole in them causing rough edges and a plastic toy piece of pizza was observed to have a hole in it causing rough edges.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #3 lacked emergency contact information that included written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that was conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The tuberculosis screening was conducted on 4/11/22.

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.

Regulation: 3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b)

Description: Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not notify the regional office within 24 hours and did not submit a written report to the regional office within 72 hours after a child received emergency room treatment.

Correction Required: The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment. The operator shall mail or deliver a written report to the appropriate regional office within 72 hours after hospitalization of a child in care, emergency room treatment of a child in care, death of a child in care, a facility fire requiring the services of a fire department.

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the parent letter did not include the update of accommodations for infants and toddlers children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked an NSOR Verification Certificate within 45 days and was not removed from her position at the childcare. The NSOR in the file was dated 1/17/24.

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.

Regulation: 3270.35(e)

Description: 46 or more children- additional group sups

Noncompliance Area: It was observed during the renewal inspection on 2/8/24 that there were 55 children in care and no staff qualified as group supervisors.

Correction Required: In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked proof of 2 years experience 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.

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked a review of the emergency contact information within the last 6-month period. The file for child #2 lacked a 6-month review of the emergency contact information between 1/11/22 and 11/25/22.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 lacked completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 90 days of hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The pediatric first-aid and CPR training was dated 11/15/22.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 lacked training in health and safety topics numbers 1-10 as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f) within 90 days of hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The health and safety training in the file is dated 11/8/22.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 10/12/17 and 1/29/23. The file fo staff person #3 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within 90 days of hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 1/30/23.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked a completed NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificate in the file is dated 11/29/22. The file for staff person #3, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a dated disclosure statement.

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.

Regulation: 3270.35(e)

Description: 46 or more children- additional group sups

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 2/1/23 it was observed that there were 47 children present with only one group supervisor in the facility.

Correction Required: In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: In the Space Cadets room in a locked cabinet a container of Clorox wipes was located next to a snack food container with graham crackers in it.

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.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The Fire Drill and Smoke Detection log was observed and there were 47 days between 6/3/22 and 7/20/22.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record of Child #1 (PS) lacked yearly (2020 and 2021) Influenza shots with no Letter of Exemption in File.

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.

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The operator had outdated regulations posted and had not provided parents with the information on how to access the regulations electronically.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when arises/Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Plan lacked a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency arises and ends.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Plan lacks a method of how parents will be reunited with their children when the emergency ends.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #2 and #3, who have worked at the facility for more than 90 days, lacked training in the 10 required health and safety training topics.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization); (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices; (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); (8) Handling and storage of hazardous materials and appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; (9) Precautions when transporting children.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent PA State Police and Child Abuse clearances for Staff #1 were dated more than 60 months apart.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant Room, an oval throw rug was observed to be fraying and its ends rolling upward posed a tripping hazard. In the Pre-School Room, an oval throw rug was observed with its ends rolling upward posed a tripping hazard.

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.

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the child's bathroom, the toilet had a yellow dried substance which appeared to be urine was observed on the base of the bowls near the floor bolts.

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