KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 1279
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About the Provider
Our experts designed our classrooms - and every activity and lesson - to help prepare your child for success in school and beyond. With designated learning centers such as dramatic play and blocks in every classroom, children have the opportunity for rich social play and child-initiated discovery.
You’ll also find that our classrooms feature a print-rich environment full of carefully selected materials, written charts and labels, and children’s literature. By helping your child connect spoken words and print, we’re helping develop early literacy and writing skills.
Whether your child has first words or first grade on the horizon, we’re excited to show you how everything in our center is designed for learning!
Amy Loveranes, Center Director
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Reason | Description | Status |
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| 2026-08-06 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Needs Verification |
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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 #1 lacked training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) that was completed before the expiration of the most current certification. The first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in the file is dated 7/2024. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 completed the Pediatric First-Aid and CPR training. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The developmental assessments completed by staff, and copies provided to the parents, that were on file for children #2, #3, #4 and #7 were completed more than 6 months after the previous respective assessment or child's start date. There was no assessment completed by staff and a copy provided to the parent within the previous 6 months on for child #6. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Assessments were completed and provided to the parents |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for child #4 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent has provided a schedule of arrival / departure time for the child on our family agreement. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The release person information was not listed on the emergency contact form on file for child #4. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contact information was complete by parent. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children #2, #3, #4, #6 and #7 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent of children have reviewed and updated the emergency contact and agreement form. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)(2) - Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)(2) Description: Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months Noncompliance Area: Child #7 is currently an older toddler. The current health assessment on file for child #7, completed when they were a young toddler, was completed more than 6 months after their previous health assessment on file. Correction Required: The initial health report for a young toddler must be dated no more than 6 months prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child has received an updated health assessment |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #1 and #5 were completed more than 24 months after the previous respective health assessments 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have a current health assessment on file |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care on file for children #1 and #5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent reviewed and signed the emergency medical consent for care. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on file for children #1 and #5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent signed the consent for providing minor first aid procedures by facility staff. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: The required pre-service health & safety training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #7 was completed more than 90 days after their initial hire date with the legal entity as a child care staff person. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has completed the required training |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The most recent mandated reporter training completed and on file for Facility Person #2 was completed more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training completed and on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has completed the Mandated reporter training |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The current criminal history clearance on file for Facility Person #3 was completed more than 60 months after the previous criminal history clearance on file. The current criminal history, FBI and NSOR clearances on file for Facility Person #4 were completed more than 60 months after the previous respective clearances on file. The current child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #5 was completed more than 60 months after the previous child abuse clearance on file. The child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #6 was completed after their start date. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has completed the renewal of required clearances. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.36(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Assistant Group Supervisor responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Assistant Group Supervisor responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #6 was classified as an assistant group supervisor. There was no documentation of any education or child care experience on file for Facility Person #6. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor is responsible for the minimum duties described at § 3270.36(a)(1 - 2). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member is no longer employed. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler A room, there was an unlocked cabinet under the changing table, containers cleaning products including glass cleaner and disinfectant spray. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cabinet lock was fixed and toxic material stored inaccessible to children. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: In Discovery Preschool A, there were tweezers in the first aid kit. In Discovery Preschool B, there were no bandaids in the first aid kit. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Tweezers were added to the first aide kit to complete required contents of kit. |
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| 2026-07-07 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) - Every 60 days/Written record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Description: Every 60 days/Written record Noncompliance Area: The most recent fire drill recorded on the facility's fire drill log was notated as conducted on 5/11/26, more than 60 days prior. 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. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire drill was conducted and documented on fire drill log |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: There was a plastic toy storage bin the in Pre-K room with cracks, creating potential pinch points/sharp 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The storage bin was removed and disposed of. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.108(c) - No styrofoam | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.108(c) Description: No styrofoam Noncompliance Area: There were styrofoam bowls in the Toddler 2 A room and Preschool room which staff state are used for serving food. Correction Required: Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Styrofoam was removed from the classrooms. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: The daily activity schedule was not posted in the Infant B room. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Daily activity schedule was posted inside the classroom. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: There were no child service report forms completed and on file for children # 1, #4, #5, #8 and #9. The current child service report forms completed and on file for children #2, #3, and #6 were completed more than 6 months after the child's last CSR was completed or 6 months after their start date. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Service reports were completed for children. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: The admission date specified on the agreement on file for child #8 was incorrect, according to other documentation and staff statements. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Admission date was changed to the correct date and reviewed by parent. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child # 7 did not include the health insurance 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Insurance number was placed on the emergency contact form |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for child #1, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file for the child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child's health record is current. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There were sample packets of burn cream in the first aid kit in the Infant A room - not labeled with the name of a specific child to be used for that child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) burn cream was removed and disposed of. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.166(5) - Six-months-old held | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(5) Description: Six-months-old held Noncompliance Area: There was an infant, age 5 months, observed being bottle fed in the Infant A room. The staff person feeding the child was not holding them. Correction Required: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child was picked up and held for bottle feeding. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The most recent agreements on file for children #3, #4, #5 and #9 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents reviewed and signed the agreement for each child. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(3) Description: Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The TB test documentation previously reviewed and on file for Facility Person #1 was not on file. Correction Required: 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Employee will have obtain a copy of the previous TB that was not located or obtain another TB test prior to returning for employment. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The required out-of-state clearances on file Facility Person #2 were completed after their start date. 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All required clearances are obtained for the staff member. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.35(e) - 46 or more children- additional group sups | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.35(e) Description: 46 or more children- additional group sups Noncompliance Area: The maximum number of children in care at one time, as per staff statements, is 87. There is one group supervisor employed at the facility and working at least 30 hours per week. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) One group supervisor will be hired / employed to maintain each group of 45 children to maintain regulations. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: There were three uncovered outlets on the wall in reach of children in the Pre-K room. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Outlet covers were placed in receptacles |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There were cleaning supplies and diaper creams labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table, in reach of children, in the Infant A 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The supplies were placed out of the reach of children. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(b) Description: Inaccessible to children Noncompliance Area: There was a first aid kit in the Pre-K room in a backpack on a low piece of equipment, in reach of children. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) backpack containing first aid kit was moved out of the reach of children. |
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| 2025-07-14 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: A first aid kit in the Preschool room did not include soap and included one bandaid. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) First aid kit was removed from the classroom. |
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| 2025-01-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: While assessing supervision, at 12:12 PM, the CR observed 4 children in Room 4 sleeping on their rest mats with blankets covering their faces so that the staff person could not adequately supervise the children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Blankets were removed from child's face so they are in full view. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There was a child's hydrocortisone cream in the Toddler B room not labeled with the child's name. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cream was re labeled with the child's name |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: There was only one nonfamily written reference on file for Facility Person #2. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was required to turn in the written references prior to returning for their next shift. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: There was only one written nonfamily reference on file for Facility Person #2. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was required to submit the second letter of recommendation prior to the start of the next shift. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: There was no child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #1 from a state in which the facility person resided within the five year prior to hire. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility without the required completed clearance. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 is unable to work until all CPSL required paperwork is complete. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: There was no child abuse clearance for Facility Person #1 from a state in which they lived in the previous 5 years. 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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed required clearances on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was removed from work until the child abuse clearance is returned. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of the child care experience required for the staff classifications on file for Facility Persons #1 (group supervisor), #2 and #3 (assistant group supervisors). 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 was placed under a different classification as an (assistant group supervisor) that her qualifications met. Staff member #2 and #3 were placed into an Aide classification until the required verification of child care experience was turned in. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: There was not sufficient verification of the education and/or child care experience on file for Facility Person #1, #2, and #3 to qualify for their respective assigned classification levels. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was required to turn in the verification and education prior to the start of their next shift. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler A room, there was disinfectant spray and diaper creams accessible to children in a cabinet under the changing table due to a faulty lock. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Any cleaning material and toxic material was moved to a locked cabinet. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There were diaper creams and disinfectant spray accessible to children in the Toddler A room in the cabinet under the changing table due to a faulty lock. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The toxic materials were moved to a locked cabinet and our of the teach of children. The cabinet was not used until the lock was replaced and working properly. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: The following areas of peeling paint were observed: in the Pre-K room on the wall on the left side (from entry) in two areas near bulletin boards, and on the upper half of the back wall; in the Toddler A room, on the upper half of the walls opposite the entrance, and to the left of the door to the Toddler B room. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A work order was placed for building facilities to place the peeling paint. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was peeling paint on the wall in the following locations: In the Pre-K room on the wall on the left side from the entrance in two areas near bulletin boards in on the back wall; in Toddler A on the wall opposite the main entrance and the left of the door to Toddler B. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Complete a cover up / paint the area's that have damaged paint. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation that the smoke detectors had been tested in the previous 30 days (last documented testing date was 12/6/24). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The smoke detectors were tested to ensure their are operating. |
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| 2025-01-07 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The most recent documented test of the facility's smoke alarms was dated 12/6/24, more than 30 days prior. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A test was completed to ensure the fire detection systems are in compliance. |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: There were no child service reports completed and on file for children #2-#7 completed, and a copy given to the parents, in the last 6 months. The most recent/ only completed child service report on file for child #8 was completed more than 6 months after their start date. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child service reports have been completed for children #2-#7 and shared with parent |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The current emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children # 4. #5 and #7 were reviewed and updated by a parent in writing more than 6 months after the previous review/ update. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contacts and agreements have been updated for children #4, #5, and #7. |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for child #3 was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child has an updated health assesment on file |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: There was no immunization record on file for child #1, enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. 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).Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 7/9/24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child was suspended until documentation of up to date immunizations are provided. |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment/ TB test on file for Facility Person #6 was completed more than 12 months prior to their start date. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff recieved a current health assesment / Tb test |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: There was only one written nonfamily reference on file each for Facility Persons #2 and #4. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Letter of reference has been obtained for the staff member |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The current pediatric first aid/CPR training documented and on file for Facility Person #1was completed more than 2 years after (after the expiration date) of the previous first aid training documented and on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have completed the CPR training update |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statement on file for Facility Person #3 was signed after their start date. The current criminal history and child abuse clearances on file for Facility Person #5 were completed more than 60 months after the previous clearances on file. 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. . |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have completed the required CPSL required documents. |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #3 was classified as an assistant group supervisor without documentation of the education required for the classification on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation of education has been obtained for the education of staff person #3 |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of peeling paint on a wall in the Pre-K room near tjhe bulletin board by the television. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Peeling paint has been covered until it is painted to cover peeling paint |
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| 2024-07-09 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: More than 30 days passed between fire alarm testing occurring on 2/2/24 and then next again on 3/22/24, according to the testing dates documented. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire alarm testing has been conducted |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, Facility Person #1, on multiple occasions, would play inappropriate music with vulgar language, including curse words, audible to children in their care. Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was terminated. |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, there were often times when children were not properly supervised when supervised by Facility Persons #1 when Facility Person #1 was on their phone rather than paying attention to the children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was terminated. All staff have reviewed the supervision regulation and our no cell phone use policy. |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b) Description: No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: Video of an incident that was self-reported by the operator shows Facility Person #1 handling child #1 in an aggressive manner. On 3/27/24 at approximately 2:50, Facility Person #1 picked up child #1 and roughly put them on their cot, then Facility Person #1 repositioned the child by lifting and dropping their legs onto the cot. Facility Person #1 then pushed the child's head down roughly on the cot. Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was terminated immediately. |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(c) Description: No ridicule or threaten harm Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was observed saying to infants in their care, "Shut up before I punch you," and "shut up before I choke you." Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was terminated immediately |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was observed saying to infants and toddlers in the care harsh statements including "I hate you," "I can't stand you," and "Shut up." Correction Required: **The facility director shall conduct an observation of staff-child interactions in each classroom weekly and document each observation for a period of 6 weeks. The documentation format shall be submitted to the certification representative for prior approval. Documentation of observations shall be retained on file at the facility and made available upon request to certification representative. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was terminated immediately. |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was observed saying to infants and toddlers in the care harsh statements including "I hate you," "I can't stand you," and "Shut up." Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was terminated immediately |
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| 2024-04-04 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was observed saying to infants and toddlers in the care harsh statements including "I hate you," "I can't stand you," and "Shut up." Correction Required: *The legal entity shall ensure that all facility staff complete a training, pre-approved by the certification representative, regarding appropriate behavior guidance of children. Documentation of completion of the training shall be retained on file at the facility as well as submitted to certification representative upon completion. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was terminated immediately |
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| 2024-01-24 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: According to staff interviews, Staff #1 has been observed yelling and swearing at children while redirecting them in the toddler room. Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was given a coaching on the language used in the classroom when speaking to a child and speaking in the presence of children. Staff reviewed the employee Ethics handbook that clearly outlines the appropriate expectation of conduct used in the presence of a child. Staff #1 is no longer employed at the facility as of 2/20/24. |
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| 2024-01-24 | Self-Reported Non Compliance | 3270.113(e) - Restraints prohibited | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(e) Description: Restraints prohibited Noncompliance Area: According to staff interviews, Staff #1 was observed being "physical" with toddler age children on more than one occasion while redirecting and asking a child "what is wrong?" Staff person #1 was said to hold a child down if Staff #1 wants them to sit and they don't want to sit. On 1/8/24 Child #1 reported to a staff person that Staff #1 grabbed their arm and pointed to their wrist that was red and blotchy. Previous incidents included Staff person #1 holding Child #1 by the foot while the child was crying and asked to be let go. Correction Required: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was observed in the Staff reviewed the employee Ethics handbook that clearly outlines the appropriate expectation of conduct used in the presence of a child. Staff will take a positive guidance training or the appropriate was to interact and engage with children. Staff member will be coached on appropriate interactions that outline the specifics on a 0 restriction or confinement of children. Staff #1 is no longer employed at the facility as of 2/20/24. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: There was no thermometer in the refrigerator located between the Preschool and Pre-K room. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Thermometer was placed in the fridge |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: The daily activity schedule was not posted in the Infant B room. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Daily schedule was posted in the classroom |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: There were no child service reports on file for children #2-#7, all enrolled the facility more than 6 months. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child service report was completed and signed my parents for children #2-#7 |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months Noncompliance Area: The current health assessments on file for children #2, #3, #5 and #7, all young toddlers, were completed more than 6 months after the previous health assessments on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children have recieved a current health assesent |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of current influenza vaccines on file for children #1 and #5. The immunization record on file for child #8 indicated the child had insufficient does of the Hepatitis A vaccine, as recommended by the ACIP for a child of their age. Children #1, #5 and #8 must be dismissed from care by close of business 7/20/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children with out influenza vaccine were required to recieve vaccination or provide documentation from the parent providing reason why they have not recieved the required vaccines. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There were sample packets of medications (triple antibiotic ointment and burn cream) not labeled for the use of a specific child, in the first aid kit in the Preschool room. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All medication with out label for staff or child was removed from the classroom. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: There was a child's albuterol at the facility without signed consent from the parent to administer the medication. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Medication was removed from the classroom immediately and the parent provided written consent for administration at pick up that day. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of completion of first aid training on file for Facility Person #2. Facility Person #2 was observed caring for children unsupervised. 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 #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #-2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #2 will not be unsupervised caring for children until the required documents are recieved. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children#2, #3, #6, and #7, and the agreement on file for child #4, were reviewed and updated by a parent in writing more than 6 months after the previous review dates. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents have reviewed and updated emergency contact and financial agreements |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.183(a) Description: Locked cabinet Noncompliance Area: The cabinet in which the child files were stored was not kept locked. Correction Required: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) children's files were relocated to a cabinet that remains locked unless in use by administration |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.193(a) - Confidential; stored in locked cabinet | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.193(a) Description: Confidential; stored in locked cabinet Noncompliance Area: The cabinet in which the staff files were stored was not kept locked. Correction Required: Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff files were relocated to an area that they can remianed locked while not in access. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(b) Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually Noncompliance Area: The most recent documented review of the emergency plan was dated 7/7/21. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan was reviewed and updated. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: According to documentation in the Facility Person #1 resided in another state within the 5 years prior to beginning employment at the facility. There was no child abuse clearance from this state on file for a Facility Person #1. The application for this clearance that was on file for Facility Person #1 was dated after their start date. (See IS code sheet.) Facility Person #2, a provisional hire with no NSOR clearance on file, was observed caring for children unsupervised. The FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #3 was incomplete and therefore invalid. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 Persons #1 and #3 may not work at the facility without all required completed clearances on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 was removed from working in the center until the required out of state paperwork was complete. Staff member #2 will be supervised when working with children until her required paperwork is completed. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: There were divots and crevices in the solid poured surfacing under the play equipment in the outdoor Preschool and Pre-K play space, which created tripping hazards. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children were limited to the use of the playground to ensure safety until the surfaces were repaired and in good repair. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of damage plaster on the wall by the door, near the cubbies, in the Pre-K room. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The surface area was covered temporarily fixing the damage until repairs are made. |
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| 2023-07-20 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log on file indicates that fire drills were conducted on 12/1/22 then again on 2/7/23, as well as on 5/2/23 and then again on 7/3/23, more than 60 days apart in both instances. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire drill was conducted with in the last 60 days. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: There was a rest mat in the Pre-K room not labeled with the name of the child whom it was used by. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child's name of that mat was labled identifying that mat belongs to that specific child. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the Toddler A room. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A thermometer was placed into the fridge immediately. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: Original agreements were on file for children #1, #2, #3, and #4. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Copies of the agreements for children #1-4 have been made for the child's file and the original was given to the parent / gaurdian. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The enrolling parent's work address and phone were not listed on the emergency contact form on file for child #1. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent's work information and all contact information was updated and completed. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The release persons addresses were not listed on the emergency contact forms on file for children #1 and #6. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 and #6 have updated and completed all required information on the contact form including addresses and phone numbers of emergency contacts and release person. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1) Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for child #7, an infant, was completed more than 6 months after the previous health assessment on file. 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 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child has recieved a recent physical and is up to date with their current health assesment. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for child #1, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment. The most recent health assessment on file for child # 4, a preschooler, was completed on 6/8/21 (more than 12 months prior). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child has a current physical on file. Child #4 now has a current health assessment on file. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of a current flu vaccine (recommended annually by the ACIP) on file for children #1 and #6. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 has signed off on the flu vaccine as personal beliefs. They have documentation in their file. We will obtain documentation or exemption for child #6. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: There was no written parental consent to administer an inhaler located in the Preschool room, and labeled with the child's name. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parental consent for was completed and placed in the classroom. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.135(e) - 2 hour diaper check | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(e) Description: 2 hour diaper check Noncompliance Area: According to the documentation of diaper changes recorded in the Infant room, and as confirmed by staff statements, one of the infants' diapers was changed at 9:19 AM and then next checked and changed again at 11:50 AM. Correction Required: A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) to ensure that all children are changed no more than 2 hours between each change |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #6 and #11 were completed more than 24 months after the prior health assessments 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person has a current physical on file |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children # 1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 were not reviewed and updated by a parent i writing at least every 6 months. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents for children #1-#7 have been compeleted / updated their emergency contact and agreement form. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan now has information stating accomodations that will be made for infants, toddlers and any child in the facility with disabilities or chronic medical conditions. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: There was no letter that is provided to the parents of enrolled children explaining the emergency plan. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An emergency plan letter will be created and shared through our email to each familiy outlining our emergency plan. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The current pediatric first aid and CPR training documented and on file for Facility Person #5 was completed after the expiration of the previous first aid/CPR training documented and on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff member has completed and maintains a current CPR/ Firstaid training. |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Facility Persons #1, #6 and #9 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see IS code sheet).: Health and Safety training. Facility Persons #2, #3, #7 did not complete the following required preservice training within 90 days of their hire (see IS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR, from an PQAS -approved trainer and a PQAS- approved curriculum. Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f)(1-10), or 3290.31(g)(1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #6, #7, and #9 will have until 8/26/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1, #2, #3, #6, #7, and #9 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #1, #2, #3, #6, #7, and #9 staff person ##1, #2, #3, #6, #7, and #9 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members # 1,2,3,6,7 and 9 have completed the required health and safety training and CPR/First aide |
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| 2022-07-12 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statements signed on file for Facility Persons #3, #4, #5, #7, #10, #12 and #14 were not dated. The current FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #7 was completed more than 60 months after the previous FBI clearance on file. Mandated reporter training documented and on file for Facility Person #6 was completed more than 90 days after their start date. The current mandated reporter training on file for Facility Person #7 was completed more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). : Facility Person # #3, #4, #5, #7, #10, #12 and #14 may not work in a child care position at the facility without signed and dated disclosure statements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff have dated their disclosure statements for their file. FBI clearance for staff member #7 has been renewed. |
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