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Kindercare Learning Center

West Chester, PA · Chester County
102 Paddock Ln, West Chester, PA 19382
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Capacity
189 children
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 399-4341
102 Paddock Ln
West Chester, PA 19382
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00246348
License Issued
Nov 12, 2025
Active Through
Nov 12, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 19

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This center adheres to the highest safety, cleanliness and maintenance standards. This center is accessible via single-entry security with keypad access, with daily sign-in and strict parent/guardian identification procedures

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-08-21 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed diapering. There were two staff in the room. During diapering a staff member completed a diaper change however when completed appeared as if they were done and was about to place the child on the floor without cleaning the child hands. The certification representative asked the staff infants were going to be clean before being put back down. The staff asked the other staff cleaning the infant's hands after diapering was something they do.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will notify staff in the infant room and require them to be retrained on proper diapering/handwashing.
2025-08-21 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #6 was missing employment verification in the file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will notify staff and request for them to complete an employment verification form and include it in the file.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed resting equipment that listed numbers on the mat but did not have the chart posted to identify what mat belong to each child.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will post mat chart to identify the numbers that was listed on the chart or label each mat with the children's names
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walk-through of the facility and observed the daily schedule missing from the preschool room.

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider posted the daily schedule in the room correcting the violation on site.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #3 was missing a CSR in the file.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will request for the staff who cares for the child on a daily basis to complete a child service report and include it in the child's file as well as provide a copy to the parent.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child #2 was missing the release person's address on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will notify the parent of the children and request for them to complete the emergency contact form.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered the emergency transportation plan was not posted.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider posted the emergency plan, and the citation was corrected onsite.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the travel bags, and they did not include the emergency transportation plan in the bag while the children were outside.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will include the emergency transportation plan to all travel bags that are used when the children are outside or when they leave the premises.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #2's emergency contact form needs to be updated. The child's financial agreement also requires a updated signature.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will notify the parent and request for them to provide an updated signature and date.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed the pre k room having a drinking cup that it was being used by a child with no label on it to identify who it belongs to. There were also 4 cups in the 2-year-old room that were not labeled.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will submit picture of all cups with labels on them.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the emergency drill and was unable to do so at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will submit a copy of the emergency drill to the certification representative.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 5 and # were both missing staff evaluations in the file.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will complete the evaluation and go over the evaluation with the staff and include a copy in the staff file.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61

Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed the two measured childcare space rooms being used a storage due to the lack of enrollment. The school age room and a standard childcare room

Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will have to contact upper management to make decision to remove the rooms off the measured space which will result in decreasing the capacity and being put into a negative sanction. keep the rooms as measured space on the capacity and set the rooms back up for operable childcare space.
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed a hole in the wall in the toddler room library wall.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will contact maintenance and request for a work order to fix the hole in the wall.
2024-06-20 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.21/3270.66(a) - General Health and Safety/Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.66(a)

Description: General Health and Safety/Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation the certification representative spoke to the director, and it was confirmed that staff # 1 did bring a bag into the facility that contain an empty bottle of liquor that a child was able to gain access to the bag and open the bag and pulled out the empty bottle.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider met staff #1 the evening that the incident occurred. It was established that the bottle was empty before the staff entered the center. The provider discussed the dangers of a glass around children. The provider also discussed KinderCare's policy on a drug and alcohol-free campus. staff #1 was asked not to bring a backpack in the center, if the staff needed to bring one in, staff #1 understands that the provider can check it at any time.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the outside play space and discovered that the mulch needed to be replenished around the play area.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that new mulch will be put down inside the outdoor play space area.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered the rest equipment were not labeled in the pre-k room.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that labels will be created and placed on the rest equipment.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children #4 and #5 were both missing a CSR in the file.

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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated a CSR will be completed on both of the children and a copy will be provided to the parents of the children.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's file children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were all missing the release person on the agreement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that the parents of the children will all be notified and requested to complete the missing information. (child #1 is no longer attending the daycare).
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.123(a)(7) - Admission date/Services considered extra Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.123(a)(7)

Description: Admission date/Services considered extra

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representatives requested to view the children's files, children's. #1, #2, #3 were all missing their admission date and the extra services was left blank. Child # 5 was only missing the admission date.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider completed the information onsite, correcting the violation at the time of the inspection.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children #1, #3 and #5 were missing the enrolling parent work address and work phone number these areas were left blank.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that the parents of the children will be notified and requested to complete the entire emergency contact form leaving no blank areas. (child #1 is no longer enrolled).
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, children # 3, and #5 were both missing information on the disability.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that the parents of the children will be notified and requested to complete the emergency contact form completely.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files child # 3 was missing the release person address on the emergency contact.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that the parent of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children's files, child #5 was missing the statement on the health assessment that states free from communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated the parent of the child will be notified and requested to provide a health assessment that includes a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #5 was missing a health assessment in the file staff #9 was missing a TB shot record in the file.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider was able to correct staff #9 violation onsite and stated that staff #5 will be required to provide an up-to-date health assessment to be put in the file.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the children files, child #1 was missing the consent for swimming, wadding, transportation and walking excursions this area was left blank.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated the parent of the child will be notified and requested to complete the missing information. (Child is no longer enrolled at the center)
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 were all missing employment verification information. Staff #5, #6, #8 were missing level of education in the file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that each staff member will be required to provide the missing documentation to put in the file.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.31(e) - Training regarding plan/Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.31(e)

Description: Training regarding plan/Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #8 was missing the emergency plan training. staff #9 was missing the complete annual 12 hours of professional development training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that both staff will be required to provide the required training and training hours.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, Staff #2 and #3 were both missing fire safety training in the file.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that both staff will be requested to take fire safety training as soon as possible.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #5 #6 and #8 were missing health and safety training. staff #3 was missing the health and safety update training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that all staff will be requested to provide their health and safety training to be put in the file.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff # 8 was missing documentation that CPR was taken in the file.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will notify staff #8 and request a up to date CPR training to be put in the file or request for the CPR to be taken. Staff #5 will not work alone until CPR is taken.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, Staff # 3, #5, #6, and #8 were all missing the NSOR clearance. Staff #4, #6, #7 and #8 were all missing the child abuse clearance. Staff #5 and #6 were both missing the criminal clearance. Staff #8 was missing the FBI clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8-- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated a copy of the employee's clearances will be placed in the file and staff will be notified that lacking to provide the required hiring clearances will result in a temporary leave or permanent termination if the documents are not turned in. (Helen is no longer employed).
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files staff #1, #2, #4 were missing an employee evaluation in their file.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that an employee evaluation will be done on each employee and placed in the files.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered missing outlet covers throughout the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider corrected the violations onsite replacing all missing outlet covers during the renewal inspection.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and discovered the first aid kit inside the toddler A room was missing scissors, tweezers and gloves.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated the missing items for the toddler A room will be added to the first aid kit.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.75(c)/3270.75(d) - Has all items/On excursions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)

Description: Has all items/On excursions

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered that the travel emergency first kit bag inside the 2-year-old room was missing water and tweezers. The preschool room was missing water in the emergency travel bag. The Pre-K room travel bag was missing water, gauze, tweezer, scissors, soap and gloves. The kindergarten travel first aid bag is missing water.

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. One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that the missing items will be added to the travel bag.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through a noticed a hole in the wall under the clock in the 2-year-old room

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that Maintenace will be notified and requested to fix the area where the hole is located in the wall.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and discovered peeling paint inside the toddler A room on the wall near the science and sensory sign. There was also peeling paint inside the preschool room near the hanging rack near the door.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that maintenance will be notified and requested to correct the areas of peeling paint.
2023-08-23 Renewal 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the centers fire drill log and the provider was unable to provide record of the fire drills being logged.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider stated that a written fire drill be provided and maintained on file at the facility.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, in the outdoor play space, Certification Representative observed a storage bin with dirty sports equipment, a deflated ball, and tangled jump ropes, cracks on the seat of a plastic bench and table set, and a damaged pole pad on the basketball court. The pole pad was torn and frayed on the bottom and sliding off of the pole.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Damaged bin, dirty sports equipment, deflated balls and tangled ropes were immediately removed and replaced. All damaged toys were disposed of. Plastic bench was removed immediately. The pole pad on the basketball court has been removed and replaced with new padding. This padding includes a 2 year warranty.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, child #13 and 14 did not have their physicians phone number on their emergency contact forms.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #13 and child #14 have completed emergency contact forms placed on file and in their child care spaces.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, child#1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11, and 12 did not have emergency contact forms in the childcare space where they were receiving care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 and child #9 no longer attend our program. Child #2,3,4,5,6,7,8,10,11, and 12 have emergency contact forms on file and in classrooms.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, child #14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 did not have emergency contact forms updated within a 6-month period. Emergency contact forms were dated as follows: child #14 (4/9/21), child #15 (9/23/21), child # 16 (9/22/21), child #17 (9/25/21), child #18 (9/27/21).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children #14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 have updated emergency contact forms.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not have documentation of emergency plan training on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff have been trained on our emergency plan and supporting documents have been filed.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.31(g) - Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(g)

Description: Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: The health and safety pre-service training reviewed in the record of staff person # 1 is not acceptable. The health and safety certificate dated 9/28/16 does not satisfy the requirements for professional development.

Correction Required: Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 has completed the health and safety training and documentation placed on file.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 does not have a PSP criminal history clearance, DHS required FBI clearance, or NSOR verification on file. Staff person #3 does not have a completed child abuse clearance and mandated reporter training on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #2 must be removed from childcare position by close of business. All required clearances must be obtained before staff person #2 may resume a childcare position.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #2 has been removed from the classroom until the PSP criminal history clearance, DHS required clearance, and NSOR is on file. Child abuse clearance has been provided and placed in the file of staff person 3. Staff person #3 will complete mandated reported training before returning to a child care position.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, staff persons #1 and #4 did not have a written evaluation completed within a 12-month period.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An annual evaluation was completed, signed, and reviewed by staff person #1. Staff person #4 is no longer working at the facility as of 10/13/22.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.61(f) - No business simultaneous use Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(f)

Description: No business simultaneous use

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, the preschool room and the learning adventures room were being used for storage. Certification Representative observed stacks of boxes filled with classroom materials and toys, storage bins filled with clothes, and classroom furniture that was not set up for use in the childcare spaces.

Correction Required: Indoor space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Classrooms will be cleaned out. Boxes, storage bins, and clothing has been removed. The center has a dumpster on site until the room is completely organized and free from debris.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.63/3270.76 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.63/3270.76

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, in the outdoor playspace, Certification Representative observed a closet containing stacked play equipment, mats, boxes, and plastic buckets that does not close properly and a raised concrete sandbox approximately 4 inches deep that was not filled with sand.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Exterior closet which contained play equipment, mats, and plastic buckets has been cleaned out and facilities has replaced the lock mechanism to assure the door closes and remains locked. Facilities team cleaned debris from sandbox and painted it bright yellow to assure children see it and are restricted from use until it becomes a working garden.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, Certification Representative observed and electrical outlet without a protective cover in the two-year-old classroom on the left wall near the emergency exit.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will immediately place a cover on the electrical outlet.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection conducted on 10/12/22, Certification Representative observed hand sanitizer on the changing table in the infant 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will make sure all hazardous materials are kept locked in storage in the classroom and out of reach of children.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, Certification Representative observed cracked and chipped cement on the running track area that encircled the jungle gym in the outdoor play space, baseboard paneling that was lifting from the wall in the gross motor room next to the closet, and a missing ceiling tile with an exposed pipe in the learning adventures room to the right of the entrance above the girls bathroom.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Concrete cement contractors have been to the center to evaluate the damaged track area. Track area work is set to begin construction on 12/13/22 and be completed on 12/15/22. Baseboard paneling that was damaged and lifting from the wall in the gross motor room has been adhered to the wall. Facility management replaced the damaged ceiling tile and cleaned the ceiling area.
2022-10-12 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 10/12/22, Certification Representative observed chipped paint in the toddler room on the wall next to the window, in the two-year-old room on the upper wall to the right of the emergency exit, and in the preschool room on the wall toward the back of the room next to the window.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Chipped paint on the toddler room wall has been repaired.
2022-05-19 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: On 5/19/22, the operator acknowledged that on 5/2/22, a staff person became frustrated with a toddler and smacked the child on the arm.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. The legal entity must arrange for staff persons to receive hands-on DHS approved training in supervision of children that includes how to effectively cope frustration when working with children. Submit written verification of the completed training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Physical punishment is prohibited in our facility. The staff person was immediately removed front the classroom, placed on administrative leave pending investigation and subsequently terminated from employment. All staff persons will receive hands-on DHS approved training in supervision of children that includes how to effectively cope frustration when working with children. Submit written verification of the completed training. Written verification of the completed training will be submitted.
2021-11-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(d) - Supervised at all times /No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(d)

Description: Supervised at all times /No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation on 11/10/21, various staff members interviewed, reported observing staff members 1,2, and 3 using their cell phones while they were supposed to be supervising the children in their care. Staff person #4 admitted observing and hearing staff persons 2 and 3 using harsh tones and yelling at the children in their care.

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. Children must be supervised at all times. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A mandatory staff meeting was held on the day after the investigation to discuss the investigation. We discussed what is and is not appropriate supervision as well as what is and is not appropriate language and tone to use with and around children. We went over and had all staff sign a Cell Phone Policy form (see attached form) as well as gave all staff a copy of the Positive Behavior Support guide (see attached file) which addresses appropriate tips and techniques to be used at the center.
2021-11-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(d) - Supervised at all times /No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(d)

Description: Supervised at all times /No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation on 11/10/21, various staff members interviewed, reported observing staff members 1,2, and 3 using their cell phones while they were supposed to be supervising the children in their care. Staff person #4 admitted observing and hearing staff persons 2 and 3 using harsh tones and yelling at the children in their care.

Correction Required: The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children available through the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC). The Office of Child Development and Early Learning will make the referral to the ELRC office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Center Director reached out to the Keystone Stars Rep to coordinate a date and time for the Supervision Training. Upon reply, the Center Director was notified that an invoice will be sent out to be paid. Once the invoice is paid, a date and time for the training for ALL STAFF will be scheduled. The Center Director is awaiting the arrival of the invoice. Once the invoice is received, paid, and a date scheduled for the training, the Center Director will inform DHS of said date. Verification sent to Rep indicating all trainings have been completed effective 1/10/22
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, the Toddler and Discovery preschool classrooms did not have emergency contact information for the children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reviewed location of the emergency contact information with all staff, and ensured it is up to date.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/27/21, Staff person #4's file did not include a Mantoux test result.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4 ended her employment with the center on 10/28/21.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.176(a) - Insured Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.176(a)

Description: Insured

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, vehicle number 2 did not have proof of insurance or registration.

Correction Required: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director requested and obtained proof of insurance and registration for vehicle #2.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.178 - Transportation First Aid Kit Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.178

Description: Transportation First Aid Kit

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, vehicle #2 did not have water, tweezers or rubber gloves in the first-aid transportation kit.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director replenished all required items in the first-aid kit for vehicle #2 including water, tweezers, and rubber gloves.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.183(a) - Locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.183(a)

Description: Locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, it was observed that children's files were in an unlocked cabinet in the Director's unlocked office.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director ordered a replacement lock for the cabinet to be installed ASAP.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.193(a) - Confidential; stored in locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.193(a)

Description: Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, facility persons' records were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the Director's unlocked office.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director ordered a replacement lock for the cabinet to be installed ASAP.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/27/21, staff person #3 did not have Mandated Reporter Training in their file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 to complete the mandated reporter training by weeks end (11/5/21).
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/27/21, the files of staff persons 1 and 2 did not include staff evaluations.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will complete a written evaluation for staff persons 1 and 2 by end of business 11/5/21.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, the Toddler room did not have a first-aid kit.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will review the location of the first-aid kits with all staff members.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, there was a dirty trashcan in the Discovery Preschool classroom. There were two dirty toilets in the Toddler bathroom.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The trashcan in the Discovery Preschool Room will be cleaned and sanitized immediately. The toilets in the toddler room will be cleaned and sanitized immediately.
2021-09-27 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection on 10/18/21, chipping paint was observed throughout the Toddler and Discovery Preschool classrooms.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facilities was informed of chipped paint in the Toddler and Discovery preschool classrooms. The damaged areas were repaired on 10/29/21.

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