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Kinder Kollege

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
2708 COMMERCE WAY STE 101, Philadelphia, PA 19154
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Capacity
236 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 676-7777
2708 COMMERCE WAY STE 101
Philadelphia, PA 19154
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00254005
License Issued
Jun 8, 2026
Active Through
Jun 8, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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Our goal is to provide an individualized education that continually evolves to meet the child's emotional, social, intellectual and physical development. We strive to recognize the strengths and weaknesses of each student and plan accordingly. We emphasize our students' reading, writing, mathematical and higher-order thinking skills to improve problem areas, while at the same time guiding them to further exploring areas of high accomplishment. At the completion of the program, your child will enter elementary education with the independence necessary to continue working on those challenging areas and to soar toward academic success.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/26, at time of inspection, Staff #3 and Staff #4 files contained only one letter of 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 #3 and Staff #4 one more letter each, and we added them to the files.
2026-03-17 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.37(c) - Each staff person meets quals/Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.37(c)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/26, at time of inspection, Staff #1 was observed working with children unsupervised in the OT classroom. Staff #2 was observed working with children unsupervised in the PS classroom. Upon review of files, Staff #1 and Staff #2 are qualified as aides.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was removed from the OT classroom and replaced by an AGS. Staff #2 was removed from the PS classroom and replaced by GS. The director called employees previous places of employment and completed the employment verification forms.
2026-03-17 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/26, at time of inspection, hand sanitizer instructing to keep out of reach of children was observed accessible to children on the desk located in the PS classroom.

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.)
Hand sanitizer has been put away and now out of reach of children.
2026-03-17 Renewal 3270.76/3270.104(a) - Building Surfaces/Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76/3270.104(a)

Description: Building Surfaces/Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/26, at time of inspection, an accessible trap door leading to the facility's plumbing drain, was observed accessible to children on the floor of the older toddler room. Additionally, a tall shelving unit located in the older toddler room was observed not anchored or secured to the wall, creating a risk of tipping and potential injury to children.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. 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.)
The plumbing drain was screwed down and taped up, and covered with a rug. The shelf was screwed to the wall.
2025-09-25 Change in Location Capacity 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: On 9/25/25, windows observed in six classrooms located on the second floor of the facility were not adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Windows located in the classrooms on the second floor were locked. The handles used to open the windows were removed and kept in an area inaccessible to children. The handles can be easily reapplied to the window in case of emergency. Windows will not be opened until adaptation can be made.
2025-04-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) - No physical punishment /No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(d)

Description: No physical punishment /No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: On 3/14/25, at approx. 3:45pm, Staff #1 was witnessed physically placing Child #1 in line against the wall and forcibly placing Child #1 hat on their head. Staff #1 was also witnessed harshly reprimanding Child #1 while waving finger in their face.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A conversation was held with Staff #1 about the incident and abuse prevention. She was given 30 days probationary period. Staff #1 was also informed that she is under observe via cameras during the day. Staff #1 completed 3 trainings on Better Kids Care including "Bouncing Back Stress" "Interactions Matter - Positive Teacher/Child Interactions" and "Inclusion - Exploring Mind Set of Children"
2025-03-21 Renewal 3270.61(h)/3270.61(h)(1) - Exceeding Capacity/Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(h)/3270.61(h)(1)

Description: Exceeding Capacity/Measurement and use of indoor child care space

Noncompliance Area: On 3/21/25, at time of inspection, certification representative observed 9 children receiving care in Room 5 (left first room on right wing). Room 5 has a capacity of 6 children.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded. The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded except at naptime, when toddler or preschool children are resting on rest equipment described in §3270.106.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The children were transferred to the next class. Room 5 has 6 children in it.
2025-03-21 Renewal 3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) - Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)/3270.66(d)

Description: Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: On 3/21/25, at time of inspection, toxic plants such as a peace lily, American evergreen (syngonium podophyllum) and aloe were observed accessible to children in the PS room.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toxic plants were removed from the center, nontoxic plants were labeled.
2024-04-12 Renewal 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: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, Facility Person #1 was observed preparing food in the facility's kitchen. An initial health assessment including results of tuberculosis testing for Facility Person #1 was not on file.

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 #1 will obtain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing to work only in food prep. Staff #1 does not have direct contact with children.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.191 - Individual Records Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191

Description: Individual Records

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, Facility Person #1 was observed working in the kitchen. An individual record was not on file for Facility Person #1.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will obtain all documents required to work as a facility person on site. Facility person's file will be kept on file.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) - Name, address, and phone/Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Name, address, and phone/Age

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, a record including the name, address and telephone number of Facility Person #1 was not on file at the facility. Additionally, verification of age was not on file for Facility Person #1.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will obtain and keep on record the name, address and telephone number of Facility Person #1. Operator will obtain verification of age for Facility Person #1.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, two written references were not observed on file for Facility Person #1.

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.)
Operator will obtain two written references for Facility Person #1.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, Facility Person #1 was observed working in the kitchen. A record of training in the facility's emergency plan was not on file for Facility Person #1.

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.)
Operator will train Facility Person #1 on the emergency plan. Facility Person #1 will participate in emergency drills and fire drills. Documentation of training will be kept on file.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, Facility Person #1 was observed working on site in the facility's kitchen. A record of PA Criminal Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, NSOR Clearance required by CPSL was not observed on file for Facility Person #1. Additionally, a signed Disclosure Statement and Mandated Reporter Training required by CPSL was not observed on file for Facility Person #1.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1-- 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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person #1 will not be present at the facility until CPSL requirements are met.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, diaper cream in the YT room, baby powder in the OT room and hand sanitizer in the PK room were observed 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.)
All diaper cream, baby powder and hand sanitizer were removed at time of inspection and placed in an area inaccessible to children.
2024-04-12 Renewal 3270.75(b)/3270.133(4) - Inaccessible to children/Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)/3270.133(4)

Description: Inaccessible to children/Locked

Noncompliance Area: On 4/12/24, at time of renewal, a first aid kit was observed accessible to children in the OT classroom and PS classrooms. Child Medication was observed in the first aid bag accessible to children in the OT room.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The first aid bags were removed and placed in an area inaccessible to children at time of inspection.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. child 4 and 10 were missing written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Written consent have been provided by the parents of both children and placed in their file
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. emergency contact for child 5 and 6 were expired. Fee agreement for child 3 was expired

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency forms for child 5 and 6 have been updated and placed on file. Fee agreement for child 3 was updated and placed on file.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 5,6,7,8,9,10,11 and 12 enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new policy based on ACIP recommended vaccinations has been created and implemented in the center. All families returned the required forms on 5-1-23
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.133(1)/3270.133(7) - Original container/Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(1)/3270.133(7)

Description: Original container/Medication log

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed medication for child 1. Medication for child 1 was not in the original prescription box.During renewal inspection certification reviewed medication logs. Child 2 and 3 did not have a medication log

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
New medications in original containers have been provided by the parents. Staff meeting was held to be reminded about medication logs, administering of medications, allergies and procedures to follow in case of any child medical support.
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.161(b) - Food Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(b)

Description: Food

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the milk on the counter in school age room

Correction Required: Food handling practices shall conform to the requirements of the Department of Health or the Department of Environmental Resources or its delegate agency where the child care facility is located.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Milk was removed from the counter in school age room after mentioned by the certification rep during inspection
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 4 and 10 were missing signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff and Child 10 was missing written consent parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

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. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents for both children signed all required fields on the parental consent form. Updated forms were placed in children's files
2023-04-12 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Preschool 1 , wall needs repair in Prek 1 and in the bathroom in Young Toddler 1

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All chipped paint was fixed right after is was mentioned by the certification rep once the children when to the playground
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.102(c)/3270.104(a) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing /Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(c)/3270.104(a)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing /Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed a Bumbo in the infant classroom that was recalled. During renewal inspection certification rep observed two straps missing on chair that is attached to the table missing. Two children were sitting on both chairs without straps. Certification rep also observed other children not strapped while seated.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.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.)
Bumbos were removed from infant room right after the inspections and are not in use any more. Chairs with no trapes removed from young toddler classroom
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep checked the refrigerator in the kitchen. The temperature in the first refrigerator was 50° the second 51° and the third was 60°

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All thermometers are at 45° F or below in all of the refrigerators at the center
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Co-pay amount was include in the agreement
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 2 was missing telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child 3 was missing telephone number and address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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 asked to review the emergency forms and missing phone numbers were added to the forms.
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.133(1)/3270.133(7) - Original container/Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(1)/3270.133(7)

Description: Original container/Medication log

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed a medication not in it's original container.During renewal inspection certification rep did not see a medication log for one the children's epi-pen

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Original container was provide by the parent and medication log was filled in
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing out of state clearances from New York

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 had given her 2 week notice and her last day is 7-15-22. Resignation letter present in employee's file
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed glue from the rubber tiles that were in the playground exposed.

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 rubber tiles have been fixed and all the glue has been removed
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed chipped paint in the following classrooms: infant, young toddler 1, prek 2 and there was plaster in the young toddler 2 bathroom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All rooms have been painted and the plaster in young toddler 2 bathroom was fixed.
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing handwashing signs above each toilet.

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.)
Handwashing signs were placed above each toilet in all bathrooms.
2022-07-11 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed fire inspection report. The fire inspection report noted deficiencies.

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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A proposal was sent by "elite Fire Protection which was signed and appointment was scheduled for the inspector to come out and fix the issues.
2022-03-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring. certification rep observed a school age child walk out the classroom and go to the bathroom by himself. Certification rep observed a toddler teacher leave a room unattended and unsupervised to open the door. Certification rep observed preschool teacher leave classroom unattended and unsupervised to open the door 2 times. .Certification rep observed preschool teacher leave classroom unattended to speak to another teacher 2 times. Certification rep observed preschool teacher use her cell phone to make a phone call. Teacher was advised by certification rep immediately after the each observation that she couldn't leave children unsupervised and unattended. Teacher was also advised that she couldn't use her phone while supervising children.

Correction Required: The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In the future we will make sure that children do not walk to the bathroom by themselves. In the future no teachers will leave a room unattended. There will be a staff member assigned to open the door during all times. No phones are allowed while supervising children. A staff meeting was held on 04/25/2022 to address all of these issues.
2022-03-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring. certification rep observed a school age child walk out the classroom and go to the bathroom by himself. Certification rep observed a toddler teacher leave a room unattended and unsupervised to open the door. Certification rep observed preschool teacher leave classroom unattended and unsupervised to open the door 2 times. .Certification rep observed preschool teacher leave classroom unattended to speak to another teacher 2 times. Certification rep observed preschool teacher use her cell phone to make a phone call. Teacher was advised by certification rep immediately after the each observation that she couldn't leave children unsupervised and unattended. Teacher was also advised that she couldn't use her phone while supervising children.

Correction Required: The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In the future we will make sure that children do not walk to the bathroom by themselves
2022-03-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring. certification rep observed a school age child walk out the classroom and go to the bathroom by himself. Certification rep observed a toddler teacher leave a room unattended and unsupervised to open the door. Certification rep observed preschool teacher leave classroom unattended and unsupervised to open the door 2 times. .Certification rep observed preschool teacher leave classroom unattended to speak to another teacher 2 times. Certification rep observed preschool teacher use her cell phone to make a phone call. Teacher was advised by certification rep immediately after the each observation that she couldn't leave children unsupervised and unattended. Teacher was also advised that she couldn't use her phone while supervising children.

Correction Required: Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In the future we will make sure that children do not walk to the bathroom by themselves. In the future no teachers will leave a room unattended. There will be a staff member assigned to open the door during all times. No phones are allowed while supervising children. A staff meeting was held on 04/25/2022 to address all of these issues.
2022-03-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring. certification rep arrived at the facility. Director was not on site. The director also wasn't on site during previous visits (11-1-21, 11-8-22, 1-24-22, 3-23-22 and 4-13-22). Certification rep could not verify that director is present at the center 30 hours per week based on previous visits

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our director is employed by the facility for 30 hour5s per week. As stated on the previous plan of correction she will be here all the time from 4-25-22
2022-03-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed chipped paint in preschool 2

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Maintenance is scheduled to come out and paint over the chipped paint
2022-01-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the children on cots and cribs that were not at least 2 feet of space as required on three sides in all classrooms

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.)
Provider will move furniture to allow enough space to lay the mats and have the 2 feet of space on three sides
2022-01-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.55(a) - Toddler and preschool children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.55(a)

Description: Toddler and preschool children

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed older toddler 1 out of ratio during naptime. Classroom had 13 children. The youngest child was a 2 years old. The rest of the children were 3 years old

Correction Required: The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to maintain ratio provider will place another teacher in the classroom
2022-01-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed cleaning spray bottle and ajax accessible to children in the older toddler 1 bathroom.

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.)
Cleaning materials will be removed from the older toddler 1 bathroom
2022-01-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed chipped paint in the following classrooms prek-1, prek-2, preschool 1, preschool 2, older toddlers 1, older toddlers 2 and young toddlers. During renewal inspection, certification rep observed plaster in the older toddlers 1 classroom

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Maintenance is scheduled to come out and paint over the chipped paint
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed rough edges on the outdoor play equipment (second enclosed play space in the middle of the left wing) posing a safety hazard to children while engaging in large muscle activity.

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.)
Provider covered the rough edges with duck tape
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed climbing equipment in the (first enclosed play space closest to the building) missing protective surfacing / shock absorbing for a fall from the highest designated play surface on a piece of equipment as specified in the United States Consumer Public Safety Commission's Public Playground Safety Handbook, posing a safety hazard to children while engaging in large muscle activity.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At this time this playground is not in use. It is closed until it gets warmer and we would be able to put soft rubber in the fall zone.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the children on cots and cribs that were not at least 2 feet of space as required on three sides in all classrooms

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.)
Provider will move furniture to allow enough space to lay the mats and have the 2 feet of space on three sides
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed a parent drop off 5 school age children. The parent opened the main door for the children then left. When the parent dropped off the children, the children were not received by a staff person. The children walked down the hallway unsupervised. During renewal inspection, staff person 1 walked out of the school age classroom to get face mask and left certification rep alone with 5 children. During renewal inspection, certification rep observed a school age child walk out the classroom and go to the bathroom by himself.

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.)
Provider spoke to the parent about dropping off the children and leaving them with a staff. . Provider spoke to the teacher about not leaving the children unsupervised to get face masks. Provider spoke with the school age children and told them to let the teachers know when they have to use the bathroom and not to go alone.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: during renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed children files. Child 2,4,5,6,7 and 8 were missing the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider updated the fee agreement and entered the fee amount.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed children files. Child 2,6,7 and 8 was missing date of admission of child

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It was corrected. the date of admission was on the previous agreement.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) - Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed children files. Child 1,3,4,5,6,7,9,10 and 11 were missing the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed children files. Child 1,24,5,6,7 and 8 were address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. 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.)
Provider asked parents to update their child's emergency contact.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.161(b) - Food Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(b)

Description: Food

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the milk on the counter in classrooms prek-1, prek-2, preschool 1, preschool 2, older toddlers 1, older toddlers 2 and young toddlers.

Correction Required: Food handling practices shall conform to the requirements of the Department of Health or the Department of Environmental Resources or its delegate agency where the child care facility is located.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make the milk is kept in the fridge.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.191/3270.192(4) - Individual Records/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.191/3270.192(4)

Description: Individual Records/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep was informed that is was staff 2 first day. Certification rep reviewed the file. Staff person 2 only had a photo ID from New York and a health assessment.

Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person.A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person signed disclosure statement, criminal record was requested and is in file and child abuse clearance were requested. Verification of request are on file.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed staff files. At the time file for staff 2 was reviewed. Staff person did not have 2 years of verified child care experience and education in the file.During renewal inspection certification representative reviewed file for staff 2. Staff was missing two reference letters

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.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.)
Provider asked staff for Reference letters and placed in file. Staff person does not have 2 years experience.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, it was observed that the annual emergency drills was not documented and on file at the facility.

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.)
Provider will conduct emergency drill.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed staff files. Staff 2, 5 and 6 did not receive training regarding 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.)
Provider will review emergency plan with new staff
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, cetification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 4 were missing staff evaluation from the file.

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.)
Provider will add updated evaluation to the staff files.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.34(b)/3270.34(c) - Director qualifications/Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)/3270.34(c)

Description: Director qualifications/Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff person 3 does not meet the qualifications of a center director.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4). A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has Staff person with qualifications to be a director
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed a hole about 3-4 inch in diameter in the protective surfacing on the play space.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider had the hole fixed.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed cleaning spray bottle and ajax accessible to children in the older toddler 1 bathroom.

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.)
Cleaning materials were removed from the older toddler 1 bathroom.
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed first aid kit. Young toddler classroom was missing bandages

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.)
We put bandages in the first aid kit in young toddlers,
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed chipped paint in the following classrooms prek-1, prek-2, preschool 1, preschool 2, older toddlers 1, older toddlers 2 and young toddlers. During renewal inspection, certification rep observed plaster in the older toddlers 1 classroom

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
chipped paint was fixed/ painted over
2021-11-01 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep observed missing handwashing signs above the toilets in each bathroom

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.)
The handwashing sign is displayed in each bathroom above the toilets.

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