Kindercare Learning Center/washington

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: The door of a cubby was detached at the lower hinge in Room 4 Side A.

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

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: In Room 2 Side B, children were observed on cots which were labeled and designated for other children in the 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.

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: Sleep equipment in use by children at nap time lacked 2 feet of space around 3 sides in the following rooms; Room 1, Room 2 Side B, Room 3, Room 4 Side B, and the infant room.

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.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #3 contained consecutive service reports completed at an interval of greater than 6 months, but are now current. The files for children #2 and #5 do not contain documentation of sharing a completed service report with parents in the last 6 months.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #4 lacked a complete address for the child's physician or source of medical care. Only the city and state were listed.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Only the initials of the parent were present.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: A written plan for transporting a child during a medical emergency was not posted in Room 3 at the time of the inspection.

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.

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: The agreement and emergency contact information for children #1 and #5 were not reviewed and signed by the parent within 6 months intervals. The most recent parental review signatures and dates are now current.

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

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #2 contained health reports dated more than 12 months apart, but are now current.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: Expired Benadryl, labeled for child #4, was observed in the office medication cabinet. The label stated the medication expired Sept 2025.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: Two Epi Pens observed in the medication cabinet lacked written parental consent for administration. The Epi Pens were labeled for children #2 and #4.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: The hands-free trash cans at the diapering tables in Room 2 Side B and Room 4 Side B were not functioning correctly. The lid on each can was no longer connected and did not open when the pedal was pushed.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 does not contain a current health assessment. The previous health assessment was dated 3/06/24 and was due to be renewed prior to staff #4 going on extended leave. The file for staff #8 does not include a current health assessment. The last health assessment on file is dated 8/03/23.

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.

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The record for child #2 did not include written consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Only the initials of the parent were present.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Adult scissors were accessible to children in Room 3, the Pre K room, in a plastic storage bin behind the teacher's table.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacked documentation of receiving emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. The file for staff #8 contained documentation of completing emergency plan training at an interval of greater than 12 months, 4/22/25 and 6/02/26.Current training is now on file for both staff.

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 facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked documentation of submitting an updated copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency after changes were made in October 2025.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #9 contains documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart; 8/18/24 and 5/20/26

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for the following staff lacked documentation of completing 12 hours of child care training. Staff #1 completed 8 of 12 hours between 6/2025 and 6/2026. Staff # 3 completed 9.5 of 12 hours between 12/2024 and 12/2025.Staff #4 completed 4.5 of 12 hours between 12/2024 and 12/2025. Staff #8 completed 0 of 12 hours between7/2024 and 7/2025. 1.5 hours were completed late. Staff #8 still needs to complete 10.5 hours of training. Staff #9 completed 0 of 12 hours between 12/2024 and 12/2025.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff #6 did not complete training in health and safety topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire. The trainings were completed 9/16/25. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #6 contained a previous version of the disclosure statement and is therefore invalid. The file for staff #1 contained a previous version of the disclosure statement signed at initial hire dated 4/15/25. The invalid version was subsequently replaced with the correct version on 11/03/25. The file for staff #11 contained a disclosure statement that was not signed by a witness. The file for staff #1 contained a state police clearance dated 11/05/25 which is after their first day with children, but is now current. The file for staff #2 contained a state police clearance dated 7/01/26, which is after their first day with children, but is now current. The file for staff #3 contained 3 clearances which were not renewed within 60 months, but are now current. The clearances were dated as follows,; state police previously obtained 2/17/21 and renewed 6/23/26, child abuse previously obtained 2/18/21 and renewed 6/29/26, FBI previously obtained 8/15/20 and renewed 10/20/25. The file for staff #5 contained 2 clearances which were not renewed within 60 months, but are now current. The clearances were dated as follows; child abuse previously obtained 3/16/21 and renewed 7/02/26, FBI previously obtained 5/11/21 and renewed 6/30/26. The file for staff #10 contained an FBI clearance which was not renewed within 60 months, but is now current. It was previously obtained 2/22/21 and was renewed 6/24/26. The file for staff #11 contained a Florida child abuse clearance dated 8/26/25, which is after their first day with children. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, designated as an assistant group supervisor on the staff data sheet, lacked documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The file lacked verified child care experience.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, #5,#6. #8, and #9 lack written evaluations conducted by the director. The file for staff #7 contained consecutive evaluations dated more than 12 months apart, but are now current.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: Unplanted Mandevilla plants were observed in nursery flats in the toddler play space. Mandevilla is known to be toxic to children.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Regulation: 3270.72(c)

Description: Good repair

Noncompliance Area: Two holes were observed in a window screen in Room 2, side A.

Correction Required: Screens shall be in good repair.

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: The emergency numbers posted near the phone in Room 3 did not include the numbers for the nearest hospital and ambulance service.

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.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Stained ceiling tiles were observed in Room 2 Side A and the restroom of Room 4 Side B. Multiple protruding nail heads were observed on the wood fence in both the toddler and preschool outdoor play spaces. Multiple thorny weeds were observed growing in the mulch on the preschool playground.

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

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 lacked 1 of the 2 required written references.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, employed for over 90 days, lacked documentation of receiving emergency plan 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 facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 did not include a completed state police clearance and did not include proof of applying for the clearance.

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. Staff #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A wall mounted balance bar in the toddler room was loose creating a pinch point. A soft sorting cube in Room 1 (Preschool) was fraying and torn, exposing the inner foam filling. A broken plastic orange ball was observed in the sensory table in the toddler's outdoor play space.

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

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: A refrigerator in Room 2 (Discovery PS) lacked a thermometer.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: Child service reports for children #3 and #4 were shared with parents at intervals greater than 6 months. Current documentation is now on file for both children.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information and financial agreements for children #2, #3, and #4 were reviewed and signed by parents at intervals greater than 6 months. Current signed and dated reviews are now on file.

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

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #5 and #3 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health reports on file for both children are now current.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The most recent version of the emergency plan which was presented for review did not include details regarding continuity of operation as required by Announcement C-22-04.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #6 and #10 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessments on file for both staff are now current.

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.

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked an annual letter notifying local traffic authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.22/3270.23

Description: Communication with Parents/Parent Access & Participation

Noncompliance Area: Statements made by staff indicated communication with parents would be conducted via the KinderCare App, however, this information was not included in the emergency plan presented for review.

Correction Required: The operator shall establish oral or written communication in the language or mode of communication which is understandable to the parent. A parent of a child in care shall be permitted free access, without prior notice, throughout the center whenever children are in care, unless a court of competent jurisdiction has limited the parental right of access to the child and a copy of the order is on file at the facility. Opportunity shall be provided for parents to participate in the facility's program. The operator shall maintain a yearly file which documents general announcements to promote parent participation. The file shall be updated annually.

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 contained documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart; 2/12/24 and 4/22/25.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Part 1 and 2. Part 1 was dated 9/24/25 (106 days after hire) and Part 2 was dated 9/25/25 (107 days after hire)

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff #11did not update mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/11/20 and the most recent training being dated 9/17/25.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, #4, and #9 contained clearances which were not updated within 60 months. The clearances were dated as follows: for staff #1 state police = 8/03/20 and 9/16/25, child abuse = 8/10/20 and 9/23/25. For staff #4 state police =7/28/20 and 9/17/25, child abuse = 8/03/20 and 9/24/25, FBI = 8/20/20 and 9/17/25. For staff #9 NSOR= 7/09/20 and 8/06/25. Current clearances are now on file for staff #1, #4, and #9. The files for the following staff hired after 2/01/25 contained an invalid version of the disclosure statement form; staff #2, #5, #8, #12 and #13.

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

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #7 did not include acceptable documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The foreign degree on file was not evaluated.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 contained written evaluations dated more than 12 months apart; 4/24/24 and 9/17/25.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(e)

Description: Arts and crafts non-toxic

Noncompliance Area: Gillette shave foam, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed in the supply closet in Room 1 (preschool). Based on statements made by staff, the foam is used for art projects.

Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Regulation: 3270.72(c)

Description: Good repair

Noncompliance Area: Two screens in windows in Room 3 (Pre-K) were not in good repair. Two holes were observed in one screen. The other damaged screen was separating from the frame creating a large gap.

Correction Required: Screens shall be in good repair.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: A stained ceiling tile was observed in Room 1 (Preschool).

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

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate was not posted. The posted certificate expired 6/01/25.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: The facility's fire detection logs documented dates 4/4/25-6/24/25, more than 30 days apart. The facility's most recent documented fire alarm test is dated 6/24/25, more than 30 days prior.

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

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On 9/23/2024, staff #1 was changing diapers at the changing table against the wall unable to see that child #1 climbed a shelf near the divider wall and fell injuring their right leg.

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. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. CORRECTION DATE: 9/24/2024 2. The legal entity will participate in technical assistance provided by the ELRC regarding classroom arrangement and physical site safety to ensure compliance at all times with a focus on supervision of children. Upon completion, the legal entity will submit documentation of the completed technical assistance to certification representative. CORRECTION DATE: 9/19/2025

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 9/23/2024, staff #1 was changing diapers at the changing table against the wall unable to see that child #1 climbed a shelf near the divider wall and fell injuring their right leg.

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.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION Cracked hard plastic bins creating pinch points were observed in the sensory tables in Discovery PS A and B. The bins are cracked at the corners due to not fitting correctly in the table openings. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00255223. A broken green plastic bucket was observed in a sensory table in the outdoor toddler play space.

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

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Triangle shaped bristle blocks, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, were observed to be accessible to older toddlers in a toy bin in Discovery PS 1.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #2, #5, #6, #7, and #8 lacked documentation of a child service report being shared with parents in the last 6 months. The file for child #3 contained a child service report signed and dated 12/2024, however no prior reports were on 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).

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #5 lacked a complete address for 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.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #5 did not include the enrolling parent's work address or phone number. The boxes were left blank.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms for children #1, #2, and #8 included incomplete contact information for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact forms for children #4 and #5 lacked addresses and telephone numbers for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form and agreement for child #2 have not been reviewed and signed by the parent in over 6 months. The emergency contact form for child #4 has not been reviewed and signed by the parent in over 6 months. The emergency contact forms and agreements for children #3, #5, #6, and #8 were reviewed and signed by parents at intervals greater than 6 months, but are now current.

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

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #8 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days following their first day of attendance. The most recent health report on file is now current.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 contained a health report that was not dated, therefor compliance could not be determined.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #7, a preschooler, contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.133(1)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: A reusable, unlabeled container of translucent cream was observed in the diaper cream bin in Toddler B. Based on statements made by staff, the container contained Vaseline.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: An expired Epi pen was observed in the office labeled for child #9. The Epi pen expired 11/2024.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: Written parental consent for administration was not on file for Lotrimin observed in Toddler A. The medication was labeled for child #10.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: One of two hands free cans in use at the diapering table was not functioning. The pedal did not open the lid as intended.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1 and #7 lacked current health assessments. The most recent health assessment on file was dated 2/14/23 for staff #1 and 10/4/22 for staff #7. The file for staff #6 lacked a health assessment.

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.

Regulation: 3270.181(d)

Description: Dated signature affixed

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 was not signed, but was not dated.

Correction Required: Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #6 and #7 lacked written references.

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.

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Two pairs of adult scissors were accessible to children in PS1. The scissors were observed in a pen storage cup on a low shelf and in a low unlocked drawer of a plastic storage tower.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training in the last 12 months. The most recent training on file was dated 9/2023. The file for staff #8 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. The training on file was dated 9/18/24. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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 facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #7 and #8 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): topic 10 Pediatric CPR and first aid. Staff person #8 also lacks training in topics 1-9. Documentation was not on file at the time of review.

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

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff #4 did not renew mandated reporter training within 60 months. The certificate on file were dated 2/16/20 and 2/22/25. Current training is now on file.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4 contained expired clearances. The clearances were dated as follows; State Police 2/14/20, Child Abuse 2/26/20, FBI 2/12/20, NSOR 2/14/20. Documentation of suspension or leave was not on file. The file for staff #6 did not contain any of the 4 required clearances at the time of review. The file also contained a disclosure statement dated 3/05/25 which is after the date of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff #7 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance. A DOE clearance dated 9/10/22 was on file. The file for staff #8 contained a disclosure statement which lacked a 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. Staff #4, #6, and #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 lacked written staff evaluations completed in the past 12 months.

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

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the restroom connected to Toddler B. Multiple protruding nail heads were observed on the fence of both playgrounds. Splintering wood and rough areas were observed on three newly installed boards on the PS playground. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00255223

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 3/07/25, the facility's fire alarm system failed to signal when tested from the control panel and failed to signal when two separate pull stations were engaged.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Tiered LIS: 1. Before children return to care on 3/10/25, the facility shall install and test smoke detectors. 2. The operator will ensure the facility's fire detection system is operable by 3/14/25.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A clear plastic bin in Room 2, side A was broken resulting in sharp edges and pinch points.

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

Regulation: 3270.133(3)

Description: Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: A container of clotrimazole, which was not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended, was observed in the diaper supply cabinet in the young toddler room.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: The following medications observed at the facility lacked written parental consent for administration; hydrocortisone for child #1, cortisone for child #2, and ibuprofen for child #3.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: After diapering, child #4 returned to playing in Room 2 without first washing their hands.

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

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised during naptime in the young toddler room. Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/01/19..

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, then staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 did not contain written references.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: An emergency drill has not been conducted in over 12 months. The most recent documented emergency drill occurred 5/31/23.

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

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/01/19.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #2will have until 11/28/24 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff #2, then staff #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2 contained 3 expired clearances. The clearances were dated as follows; state police 4/29/19, child abuse 5/06/19, and FBI 4/30/19. Staff #2 was observed caring for children unsupervised.

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. Staff #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, designated by the director as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Three electrical outlets in Room 2, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger, lacked protective covers.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Two spray bottles containing cleaning materials were accessible to children while children were on the changing table in Room 2. side B. The bottles were observed on the diapering surface, in the corner of the changing area, while a child was being diapered by staff.

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

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: A pothos plant was observed hanging near the window in Room 2. Pothos is designated as a poisonous plant by Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Multiple stained ceiling tiles were observed; one tile in Room 1, three tiles in Room 2, 1 tile in the toddler room, and 1.5 tiles in the toddler restroom. Multiple protruding nail heads were observed along the base of the fence in the outdoor PS play space. Four protruding, sharp wood screws were also observed on a partition intended to prevent access behind the playground storage shed.

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

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the time periods between 3/13 to 4/17/2024 and 4/17 to 5/23/2024.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A broken Magnatile was observed in PS1.

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

Regulation: 3270.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: Less than 9 inches of wood mulch was observed in multiple test areas under and around the embedded equipment on the PS playground.

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.

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: A foam activity mat with multiple visible bite marks was observed in Toddler-B.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: The interior wall of the cubby designated for child #11 was not fully secured to the frame of the storage unit.

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

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: A complete written plan of daily activities was not posted in PS3.

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