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KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 301025

York, PA · York County
120 S Northern Way, York, PA 17402
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Capacity
138 children
Subsidized Program
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📞 (717) 755-2821
120 S Northern Way
York, PA 17402
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Active License
License Number
CER-00253915
License Issued
Apr 12, 2026
Active Through
Apr 12, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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KinderCare Learning Centers is committed to your child's future. With our experienced staff and innovative programs unlike any other, we provide your child with an unsurpassed learning experience. Your child will discover that learning is fun, while making new friends and building strong relationships with teachers who partner with you in your child's education.

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

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: On 2/24/26, Cert Rep observed In the Fire Detection Device testing log that the last Detection Device Test was completed 1/22/26. As of this date, 33 days have passed, Fire Detective Device testing was not completed in a timely manner of 30 days or less.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director conducted fire detection device test on February 24th, 2026 to correct citation.
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a basket with teething toys was broken in the infant classroom. The basket was removed during the inspection.

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.)
The infant teachers corrected this on site by removing the basket during the inspection
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.111(c) - Promote development Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)

Description: Promote development

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff member 1 was yelling at children in a harsh tone and telling them to "get away from him, you're causing issues" and "that's enough, stop talking".

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member 1 was written up for using harsh language with students. Director booked a training with STARS coach to teach all staff person how to deal with challenging behaviors in the classroom. The training is on February 16th
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreement on file for child 4 was not signed by the operator. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected on site. Director signed the agreement for child 4.
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1, did not include the address of the physician/medical care. This was corrected on 1/29/26.

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.)
Director reached out to the parent of child 1 to complete the missing physician/medical care information on the child's emergency contact. This was corrected by the parent on January 29th
2026-01-22 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: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 2 and child 4, did not include the release person's address. This was corrected on 1/29/26

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.)
Director reached out to the parent of child 2 and child 4 to complete the missing information of each child's emergency contact form.
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was 20 children in the pre school classroom but only had 16 emergency contact forms in the child care space. This was corrected during the inspection.

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.)
This was corrected on site. The missing emergency contact forms were put in the preschool classroom.
2026-01-22 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: Documentation of the emergency contact information and agreement was not updated in a 6 month period for child 2, child 3 and child 4. This was corrected on 1/29/26.

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.)
Director reached out to the parents of child 2, child 3 and child 4 to review and update their emergency contact information.
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the staff members in the Discovery Pre School classroom did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch and the children did not wash their hands prior to eating lunch.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director had all staff person's retook the CACFP training and signed read and signed the handwashing guidelines and procedures before and after diapering and before and after meals
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 3, did not include an exam of communicable diseases or and assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director requested staff member 3 to get a new physical done by PCP to complete the adult health assessment. A new physical was completed and turned in on Feb 3rd.
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.178 - Transportation First Aid Kit Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.178

Description: Transportation First Aid Kit

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the green van's first aid kit did not include a bottle of water. This was corrected during the inspection.

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.)
This was corrected on site. A bottle of water was added to the first aid kit in the green van.
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. were not on file for staff member 2 and staff member 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reached out to staff member 2 and staff member 4 to provide a reference letter from a non family member stating their suitability to work in child care. Staff member 2 and 4 have turned in references. Management has reached out to both reference to verify hours
2026-01-22 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: Documentation of the state police clearance and child abuse clearance on file for staff member 4 were volunteer clearances.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director placed staff member 4 on leave till we received documentation of the state police clearance and child abuse clearance. Staff member 4 turned in both clearances on February 9th, 2026
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.36(b)/3270.36(b)(5) - Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)/3270.36(b)(5)

Description: Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of two years' experience was not on file for staff member 2.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at § 3270.36(b)(1-5). An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reached out to staff member two to request documentation of two years' experience from a former co worker or boss. Staff member two sent an email from a worker. Director has reached out to the reference to verify/confirm hours for staff member 2
2026-01-22 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the vent by the door that goes outside in the toddler classroom was visibly dirty.

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.)
Director put in an emergency work order for vent cleaning from our maintenance team and the vent was cleaned.
2026-01-22 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 time of inspection, it was observed that the paint was peeling on the ceiling in the pre school classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director put in an emergency work order for peeling paint in the preschool classroom. The peeling paint was corrected.
2025-06-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: During the time of an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that medication for child 1 in the preschool classroom was observed within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Medication was stored in the lock cabinet by facility staff during the inspection.
2025-06-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that children's hands were not washed after a diaper change in the infant classroom.

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.)
Director ensured that all the Infant staff read the handwashing guide. Infant staff signed the handwashing guide and the document was kept in their file
2025-06-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the time of the unannounced monitoring, it was observed that paint was peeling on the mint color wall in the preschool classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

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.)
This was corrected during the inspection. Director places a work order to get the classroom wall with peeling paint repainted
2025-03-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.132(a) - Contact parent/keep record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.132(a)

Description: Contact parent/keep record

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 suffered a medical emergency, and the childcare center called the director instead of calling 911.

Correction Required: If emergency medical care is needed for a child, the parent shall be contacted as soon as practical in the best interest of the child. If the parent cannot be reached, the operator shall record in writing the reason emergency care was required and the attempts made to inform the parent. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: All facility staff members must complete the Better Kid Care Training called "911: Responding to Medical Emergencies"

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All facility staff members will complete the Better Kid Care training "911: Responding to Medical Emergencies"
2025-03-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.20(a)(1) - Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.20(a)(1)

Description: Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 obtained medical care at the emergency room and it was not reported to the regional office within 24 hours.

Correction Required: The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reported incident to Risk. Director will ensure to follow up with family and ask what medical facility the child is taken to. Any emergency room visits will be reported to regional office within 24 hours.
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the school age classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written daily activities schedule was sent by the school age teacher and it was placed on the family communication board.
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the original agreement was on file for child 1.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director made a copy of the parent agreement and placed in child's file. The original agreement was given to the parent at pick up.
2025-01-01 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: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 was not updated within the last 6 months of the previous review date. Documentation of the financial agreement on file for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4, child 6 and child 7 was not updated within the last 6 months of the previous review date.

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.)
Director sent emergency forms and financial agreement forms to child 2, 3, 4 & 5'S parents to be updated and signed. All forms were updated and signed by January 17th, 2025
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the staff members in the pre-school classroom did not wash their hands prior to serving lunch.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director spoke to staff individually and reminded them of our proper handwashing and food handling methods.
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a bottle and two sippy cups were not labeled in the kitchen refrigerator, and a sippy cup wasn't labeled in the pre-school classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our Kitchen cook labeled the bottles and Director followed up with a Fridge inspection to ensure all bottles were labeled.
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for staff member 6, did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director requested a second reference letter from staff member number 6. Staff member number 6 turned in requested letter by the 17th of January
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an annual emergency drill was not on file.

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.)
An intruder drill was conducted on the 14th of January 2025 by Director and Assistant Director. The completed form was sent to state rep
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of reviewing the emergency evacuation plan annually was not on file. This was corrected during the inspection.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reviewed and updated the emergency plan. The plan was documented in writing date of review and placed on file in the facility
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of a yearly evaluation was not on file for staff member 1, staff member 2, staff member 3, staff member 4, and staff member 5.

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 conducted yearly evaluations for staff persons 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 from January 15-17th. Director also shared evaluation report with staff persons.
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.70(a) - 65º F minimum Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.70(a)

Description: 65º F minimum

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the school age classroom was 63 degrees Fahrenheit. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: The indoor temperature shall be at least 65° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director corrected the temperature on site by adjusting the thermostat. Director contacted maintenance to set up a code for the thermostat so employees do not get to adjust it without permission from management.
2025-01-01 Renewal 3270.81 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.81

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there wasn't a visual strip or other visual identification on the glass in the 2 year old classroom. This was corrected during the inspection.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The lead teacher in the 2year old classroom corrected this on site. She printed out theme related double sided pictures to place on the glass portion of the door.
2024-04-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for staff member 1 only had one, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person for staff member 1 was obtained and is now on file.
2024-04-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that a child in the pre k classroom was playing with hand lotion that states "keep out of reach of children" on the label. The hand lotion was put out of reach of children during the inspection.

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.)
The lotion was put out of reach of children during the inspection.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a climbing cushion was ripped in the infant classroom and a couch was ripped in the young toddler classroom. The cushion was taped in the infant classroom and the couch was taped in the young toddler classroom during the inspection.

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.)
The cushion in the infant classroom was taped and the couch was taped in the young toddler classroom during the inspection.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a numbered cot list was not posted in the pre k counts classroom. A numbered cot list was posted during the inspection.

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.)
A numbered cot list was posted during the inspection.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact form on file for child 1 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care was added to the emergency contact form for child 1 during the inspection.

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.)
The telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care was added to the emergency contact form for child 1 during the inspection.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for child 2 included a health assessment that was obtained 132 days after the child's start first day of attendance.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health assessment for child 2 is on file.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the cleaning solution in a swiffer wet jet was accessible to children in the Pre School and Pre K bathrooms. The cleaning solutions in both swiffer wet jets were removed and placed out of the reach of children in the Pre School and Pre K bathrooms during the inspection.

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.)
The cleaning solution in the swiffer wet jet in the Pre School and Pre K bathroom were removed and placed out of reach of children during the inspection.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the left bathroom in the school age classroom had a toilet that was out of order. Director notified facilities immediately and they came to fix the toilet the same day after certification representative concluded the inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Maintenance came to the facility after the certification representative left and fixed the toilet in the school age classroom.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that hand washing signs were not present in the school age bathrooms and the pre k counts bathrooms by the sinks. Hand washing signs were placed in the pre k counts bathrooms and the school age bathrooms during the inspection.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Hand washing signs were placed by the sinks in the pre k counts bathroom and the school age bathroom during the inspection.
2024-03-25 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the fire detection system testing on file showed that the system was not tested every 30 days. The alarm was tested on 1/29/24 and again on 2/29/24, which is 31 days.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will test and document the fire detection system every 30 days.
2024-03-14 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: As previously cited on 11/16/23, the rest equipment in the discovery preschool classroom was not labeled for individual use of a specific child and used only by the specified 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.)
During nap time that day, the teachers made a cot list and hung it by the sleeping area.
2024-03-14 Renewal 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: As previously cited on 11/16/23, staff members weren't washing their hands or the children's hands after diaper changes in the infant classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reviewed the hand washing procedures with staff to include washing staff members hands and child's hands after diapering. Diaper changes were observed through out the week to ensure staff were following procedures.
2024-03-14 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: As previously cited on 11/16/23, the preschool classroom was missing tape, soap, band aids and tweezers. The first aid kit contained band aids and tweezers but the soap and tape were not 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The missing items were replaced.
2024-03-14 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: As previously cited on 11/16/23, baseboards in the pre k counts, preschool classroom and discovery preschool classrooms weren't attached to the wall.

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.)
Director placed an order with outside vendor. Vendors came to the center on 3/24/24 and fixed all the baseboards in the classrooms.
2024-03-14 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: As previously cited on 11/16/23, trashcans were not lidded in the pre school bathroom 1.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The broken trash cans were thrown away and replaced with new lidded trash cans.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the gate going into the young toddler bathroom was broke. The changing pad in the young toddler classroom was ripped. The changing table in the young toddler classroom had dirt and crumbs on it. The shelves with toys on them in the young toddler classroom were dirty. The toys used by the children in the young toddler classroom were dirty. A sensory seat in the young toddler classroom was ripped and removed during the inspection. The storage shed door on the SACC/preschool playground with outdoor play equipment was broken. The shed on the older toddler playground was broken. The playhouse that the older toddler children use was broken. A climbing cushion had rips on it in the young toddler classroom and was removed during the inspection.

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.)
The gate in the young toddler bathroom was throw away. A new changing pad was ordered. The changing table in the young toddler classroom was cleaned. The shelves and toys in the young toddler classroom were cleaned. The sensory seat was thrown away during the inspection. A work order was placed for the storage shed door on the SACC/preschool playground and the playhouse in the older toddler classroom. The climbing cushion in the young toddler classroom were removed during the inspection. The shed in the older toddler playground was removed.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.102(b) - Soiled- clean, rinse, sanitize Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(b)

Description: Soiled- clean, rinse, sanitize

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the toys that children had placed in their mounts were not cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and sanitized before being used by a child in the infant and young toddler classrooms.

Correction Required: Toys soiled by secretion or excretion shall be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and sanitized before being used by a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toys in the infant room and young toddler classroom were immediately placed in their dirty toy bin and taken to the kitchen to be washed and disinfected.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.102(e) - Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(e)

Description: Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a screw located in the sandbox used by the young toddler classroom. The screw was removed during the inspection.

Correction Required: Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The screw was removed during the inspection. The director spoke to the teachers informing them that even if the sandbox was not in use, there should not be any hazardous items on the playground where infant and toddlers receive care.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the rest equipment in the pre k classroom and discovery preschool were not labeled for individual use of a specific child and used only by the specified 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.)
Rest equipment was labeled for individual use in the pre k classroom and discovery pre school.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.111(c)/3270.112 - Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.112

Description: Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the certification representative heard staff members in the pre k classroom say things to the children like "yo, sit down", "nope, don't want to hear it" and "I'm very angry with all of you" during nap time. Certification representative heard teachers in the young toddler classroom say things to the children like "you're fine, go" "I'm not playing" and "do you want to get in trouble" during nap time. Certification representative witnessed children in the young toddler classroom crying and staff weren't talking to them to determine what they needed at that time.

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. Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive training around positive guidance techniques and developmentally appropriate practices and expectations.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All facility staff will receive training around positive guidance techniques and developmentally appropriate practices and expectations.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.111(c)/3270.112 - Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.112

Description: Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the certification representative heard staff members in the pre k classroom say things to the children like "yo, sit down", "nope, don't want to hear it" and "I'm very angry with all of you" during nap time. Certification representative heard teachers in the young toddler classroom say things to the children like "you're fine, go" "I'm not playing" and "do you want to get in trouble" during nap time. Certification representative witnessed children in the young toddler classroom crying and staff weren't talking to them to determine what they needed at that time.

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. Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This was corrected on site immediately. Director wrote both staff members up and gave them a final warning that if this happened again, they would be terminated. Director went over policies and ways to deal with challenging behaviors in the classroom including ways to respond calmly verbally and offering children soothing toys during naptime.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.111(c)/3270.112 - Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(c)/3270.112

Description: Promote development/Infant/Toddler Stimulation

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the certification representative heard staff members in the pre k classroom say things to the children like "yo, sit down", "nope, don't want to hear it" and "I'm very angry with all of you" during nap time. Certification representative heard teachers in the young toddler classroom say things to the children like "you're fine, go" "I'm not playing" and "do you want to get in trouble" during nap time. Certification representative witnessed children in the young toddler classroom crying and staff weren't talking to them to determine what they needed at that time.

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. Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: The facility director will be required to observe teacher's interactions at different times throughout the day in each of the classrooms on a daily basis. This will be documented on a form approved by DHS. Management observations will be conducted and documented for 3 months and will be sent to DHS for review each week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director and assistant director will complete daily observations of teachers' interactions with children at different parts of the day for a period of 3 months and submit to certification representative weekly.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreements on file for child 1 and child 2 did not include the services to be provided to the family.

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.)
Services to be provided were added to the agreements for child 1 and child 2.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreement on file for child 7 did not include child's arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director added the child's arrival and departure time on the enrollment agreement.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1 and child 2 were the original agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will make copies of the agreement on file for child 1 and child 2 and ensure the parents receive the original agreement.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact on file for child 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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.)
The name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care were added to the emergency contact form for child 1.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 5 did not include the work address of the enrolling parent. Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 9 did not include the home address of the enrolling parent.

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 work address of the enrolling parent was added to the contact information on file for child 5. The home address of the enrolling parent was added to the emergency contact form for child 9.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1 and child 4 did not include the health insurance coverage and 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health insurance coverage and policy number were added to the emergency contact form for child 1 and child 4.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 2, child 5 and child 9 did not include the release persons address. Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 6 did not include the release person's name, address and phone number.

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 release persons address were added to the emergency contact form for child 2, child 5 and child 9. The release person's name, address and phone number were added to the emergency contact form for child 6.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that emergency contact forms weren't present in the infant classroom. There were 18 children present in the young toddler classroom and 16 emergency contact forms and missing emergency contact forms in the pre k classroom.

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.)
The missing emergency contact forms were added to the infant classroom. The missing emergency contact forms for the children in the young toddler classroom and pre k classroom were also added to the emergency binder in each classroom.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(d) - Excursions Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(d)

Description: Excursions

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the green bus did not have current emergency contact forms.

Correction Required: When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director added emergency contact forms to the green bus.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the emergency contact information and financial agreement on file for child 3 and child 8 was not updated in a 6 month period.

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 emergency contact information and financial agreement were signed and updated for child 3 and child 8.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the influenza vaccine was not on file for child 3, child 4, child 7 and child 11.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child 11 no longer attends. Documentation of the influenza vaccine was obtained and file for child 3, child 4 and child 7.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: Child 2 did not have documentation of immunization records on file.

Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immunization record was obtained and on file for child 2.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.133(2)/3270.133(3) - Written instructions/Name on bottle Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(2)/3270.133(3)

Description: Written instructions/Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: Medication at the facility for child 10 did not include the child's name or written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medication.

Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The prescription label for the medication for child 10 was obtained and put with the medication.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that staff members weren't washing the children's hands after diaper changes in the infant and young toddler classrooms.

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.)
Director spoke with staff and reviewed the proper hand washing techniques which includes the child washing their hands before meals and snacks, after toileting and after diaper changes.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the changing pad in the young toddler classroom was not being cleaned or wiped down with a sanitizing solution after each use.

Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reviewed diapering procedures with staff members which includes wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 5 and staff member 6 were both completed after their first day working with children.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health assessments are on file for staff member 5 and staff member 6. Director will make sure the child care health assessment is completed prior to the first day working with children.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that teachers in the young toddler classroom were not washing their hands after diaper changes.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reviewed hand washing procedures with all staff members which include washing hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that not all of the bottles in the infant classroom were labeled with the child's name.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bottles in the infant room were labeled. We discussed methods to take to make sure this does not happen again. Director also sent a message to the families reminding them to label the bottles before they bring them in.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person was not on file for staff member 4, staff member 7, staff member 8, staff member 9 and staff member 10.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentation of two written, nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person were obtained and filed for staff member 4, staff member 8, staff member 9 and staff member 10. Staff member 7 no longer works at the facility.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR on file for staff member 2 was renewed by the National CPR foundation which is not an approved curriculum.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 2 completed an approved first aid/CPR on November 20, 2023 and the certificate is on file.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff member 1 and staff member 10 have not completed the following pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff member had documentation of a sign in paper for first aid/CPR but not an actual certificate and staff member 2 was certified for first aid/CPR through Lifeline Training Resources, which is not an approved curriculum.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: Staff member 1 and staff member 10 will have until until December 20, 2023, to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff member 1 and staff member 10 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an APF who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff member 1 and staff member 10, staff member 1 and staff member 10 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member 1 and staff member 10 completed first aid/CPR on November 20, 2023 from an approved curriculum and the certificates are on file.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the disclosure statement on file for staff member 6 and staff member 9 is the front page of the disclosure statement and is missing the back page which contains the employee and witness signature.

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. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: DIRECTOR WILL ATTEND EXISTING PROVIDER ORIENTATION ON THURSDAY JANUARY 25, 2024.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director printed out a disclosure statement that included the back page and had staff member 6 and staff member 9 sign the disclosure statement. The director signed as the witness and both forms were placed in the staff files. Director will attend existing provider orientation on January 25, 2024.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the disclosure statement on file for staff member 6 and staff member 9 is the front page of the disclosure statement and is missing the back page which contains the employee and witness signature.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director printed out a disclosure statement that included the back page and had staff member 6 and staff member 9 sign the disclosure statement. The director signed as the witness and both forms were placed in the staff files.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of two years' experience working with children was not on file for staff member 3, staff member 5, staff member 7, staff member 8, and staff member 11.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director reached out to staff member 3, staff member 5, staff member 7, staff member 8, and staff member 11 requesting reference letters that verified their two years experience working with children. Verification of experience hours will be placed in each staff file.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was a surface cleaner packet on the floor that stated to keep out of reach of children on the floor in the young toddler classroom. A spray bottle used for cleaning the changing pad in the infant room was located next to the changing pad within reach of children. The cleaning spray was in a swiffer wet jet within reach of children in the Pre K Counts classroom. The cleaning spray was removed during the inspection.

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 went to all classrooms to ensure that all cleaning materials and cleaning packets were not within reach of children and that all cleaning supplies were locked away in the cabinet and out of reach of children. The spray bottle used for cleaning was put out of reach of children and the swiffer wet jet cleaning solution was removed and put out of reach of children.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that there was an unlabeled spray bottle located in the young toddler bathroom.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The unlabeled bottle was disposed of. The director gave the teachers a new labeled bottle. Assistant director and director went to all classrooms to make sure there were no unlabeled bottles in the cabinets.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the telephone numbers of the hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not posted in the Pre K, Pre School and Discovery Pre School classrooms. The telephone numbers were posted during the inspection in the Pre K, Pre School and Discovery Pre School classrooms.

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency phone numbers were posted during the inspection.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit was on a shelf within reach of children in the Pre K classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The teachers hung the bookbag with the first aid kit on the door hook away from the children's reach once brought to her attention by the director.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the young toddler classroom was missing soap and gloves. The preschool classroom was missing tape, soap, band aids and tweezers.

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.)
All missing items were added to the first aid kits in the young toddler and preschool classrooms.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the windowsill in the infant classroom was dirty. The sink at the changing station closest to the window in the infant room was dirty. The baseboard by the window in the infant classroom was coming off of the wall. The floors in the infant classroom, young toddler classroom and the discovery preschool classrooms were dirty with piles of dirt located in the corners of the classrooms. Baseboards in the pre k counts, preschool classroom and discovery preschool classrooms weren't attached to the wall. The metal strip at the bottom of the door that leads outside in the discovery preschool classroom was bent upwards with sharp edges.

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.)
Director submitted an emergency work order for the baseboard trim on all classrooms and the metal strip at the bottom of the door in the discovery preschool classroom. The windowsill and sink in the infant classroom was cleaned. The floors were cleaned in the infant classroom, young toddler classroom and discovery pre school.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.81 - Glass Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.81

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a visual strip was not present on the glass in the infant classroom , preschool classroom and the discovery preschool classrooms.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Visual strips were placed on the glass in the infant classroom , preschool classroom and the discovery preschool classrooms.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the bathrooms located in the young toddler classroom and pre k counts classroom were dirty including visible dirt rings inside the toilets.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bathrooms in the young toddler and pre k counts classrooms were cleaned. The pre k counts teacher cleaned her toilet and noted the ring stain was permanent and had been there for a while.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that trashcans were not lidded in the pre k counts and pre school bathrooms.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The lids were placed on back on the trashcans in the pre k counts and pre school bathrooms.
2023-11-01 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the Director had recorded fire alarm tests every 30 days but Director stated that the fire alarm system had never been tested until the day of the inspection.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director tested the fire alarm during the inspection to ensure it was working properly.
2023-10-18 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Staff member 2 was not able to name the children that she was responsible for knowing the names and whereabouts of the children in the assigned group.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff were re-trained on the use of the primary care cards and how to ensure all children are supervised when a staff member leaves the room for a break.
2023-10-18 Unannounced Monitoring 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: Clearances were not on file for staff member 1. Child abuse clearance, state police clearance and proof of submission of FBI and NSOR were printed and placed in staff member 1's file before the certification representative left the facility.

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. DIRECTED PLAN OF CORRECTION: Director will submit all new staff members' files to certification representative for approval before the staff member is able to start caring for children for a period of 3 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director went online and printed out staff 1 clearances which included child abuse ,state police clearance and proof of submission of FBI and NSOR
2023-09-28 Unannounced Monitoring 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 an unannounced monitoring visit, staff member 1 was observed in ratio, caring for children without having out of state clearances on file and the staff member was employed more than 45 days.

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--- cannot be present at the facility until out of state clearances are on file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Throughout the probationary period, Director sent the paperwork to get the out of state clearances but didn't receive it. Staff member 1 was asked to leave immediately.
2023-08-07 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the door that leads outside in the Pre K classroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I put in an immediate emergency work order for the door to be painted. In the emergency work order I also noted that I received a citation from state, so that they could send a maintenance worker ASAP. Maintenance painted the door to correct the peeling paint.
2023-05-31 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff member 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff member 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Basics training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR.

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 required pre-service trainings are completed, staff member 1 must be supervised when interacting with children by an AGS or primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there is no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person 1, staff person 1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will ensure that staff member 1 has all of their trainings before going into the classroom or being around children by herself
2023-02-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring, it was observed that the cots were not placed 2 feet apart on three sides in the toddler room and the preschool room during naptime.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Due to this issue, all teachers were retrained on cot placement during naptime. It was re-explained that all cots must be in a area that is able to be seen, and all cots must be 2 feet apart on at least three sides.
2023-02-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(7)

Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring, it was observed that there weren't accident reports on file for child 1 for incidents that occurred on 2/9/23 and 2/10/23.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this issue, all teachers were talked to during our staff meeting about the importance of documenting any and all injuries, or concerns, making sure the information is communicated to parents, as well as, getting the paperwork signed and keep a copy for ourselves and providing the family a copy.
2023-02-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: During the time of the unnannounced montioring, it was observed that the fire detection system was not being tested every thirty days. The testing dates were 12/16/22, 1/16/23 and a test hadn't been completed in February of 2023.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this issue, we conducted our February drill and testing of the system on February 27th, 2023.
2022-11-17 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: In the Young Toddler classroom, a large round table was observed to be wobbly and unstable. This was corrected on site by tightening the legs to the table.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We adjusted the legs of the table to ensure they were tight and the table was stable
2022-11-17 Renewal 3270.108(c) - No styrofoam Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.108(c)

Description: No styrofoam

Noncompliance Area: During lunchtime, lunch was observed being served in Styrofoam bowls in all classes that received lunch (excludes the infant room where lunch was not served).

Correction Required: Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We stopped using the styrofoam bowls for the children and ordered state approved food ware
2022-11-17 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: Agreement form for child #9 was not signed by the parent.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We asked the parent of child #9 to sign the agreement form and the form was signed by the parent.
2022-11-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: Agreement forms for child #4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 did not list the date of the child's enrollment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The date of enrollment was filled out for child #4,5,6,7,9, and 10.

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