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Lightbridge Academy Glenside

Glenside, PA · Montgomery County
361 Highland Ave, Glenside, PA 19038
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📞 (215) 885-1800
361 Highland Ave
Glenside, PA 19038
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Active License
License Number
CER-00258054
License Issued
Aug 13, 2026
Active Through
Aug 13, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 17

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LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY GLENSIDE is a Child Care Center in GLENSIDE PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/23/2026 child #1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 10 agreement forms did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The financial agreement form was reviewed and updated to include the specific date on which tuition payments are due. Language stating that all fees are to be paid by the 1st of each month has been added to all enrollment and financial agreements to ensure compliance with licensing requirements. All current agreements for children #1--10 have been corrected, and moving forward, every new enrollment packet will include the updated agreement form. Administrative staff have been informed of this requirement and will verify that payment due dates are clearly stated on all future agreements.
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/23/2026 child # 8 file did not contain the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. on the emergency contact form.

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 emergency contact form for child #8 was updated to include the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number, ensuring that all required information is complete and accurate.
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/23/2026 child # 4, 6 and 9 files did not contain the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact forms for children #4, #6, and #9 were reviewed and updated to include the addresses of all individuals designated by the parent as authorized pick-up persons. The required information has been obtained and added to each child's file.
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/23/2026 staff #1 were missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. 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.)
Staff member #1's personnel file was reviewed and found to be missing documentation of tuberculosis (TB) screening by the Mantoux method at the time of initial employment. The staff member has since resigned and is no longer employed at the center. If this individual were to return to employment in the future, a new complete adult health assessment, including TB screening by the Mantoux method, would be required prior to reinstatement.
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/23/2026 Staff #1file did not contain completed DHS required FBI clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #1has not completed their mandated reporter within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (6/11/2021).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 voluntarily resigned from employment and is no longer employed at the facility. Therefore, the individual will not return to a childcare position at this center. If Staff #1 seeks future employment with the facility, they will be required to obtain and submit the completed DHS-required FBI clearance and provide proof of current mandated reporter training completed prior to being considered for rehire or permitted to work with children. This correction was completed effective June 23, 2026.
2026-06-23 Renewal 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/23/2026 in Infant Mobile Classroom there wasn't the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center that was posted.

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.)
he required emergency contact information, including the telephone numbers for the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance service, and poison control center, was immediately posted by the telephone in the Mobile Infant classroom on June 23, 2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated 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: Observed 2/26/2026 in the Khaki Kangaroos Classroom Staff #5, 7, and 8 had a total of 16 children in the childcare space, staff # 5 identified 5 children, Staff #7 identified 4 children and staff #8 identified 5 children leaving 2 children unassigned.

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.)
Upon notification of the violation on February 26, 2026, classroom staff in the Khaki Kangaroos classroom immediately reviewed and confirmed the assigned group of children for each staff member to ensure all children were accounted for and assigned to a specific staff person. The two children who were not initially assigned were immediately assigned to a staff member. Staff were remined that each staff person must know the names and whereabouts of the children assigned to them at all times. The center director reviewed supervision and child assignment procedures with the staff members present in the classroom to reinforce the requirement that all children must be assigned to a specific staff person.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 in the Orange Giraffes classroom child #1 EPI Pen was not in its original container. The EPI Pen was observed without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon notification of the violation on February 26, 2026, the EpiPen belonging to Child #1 in the Orange Giraffes classroom was immediately removed and returned to its original container with the manufacturer's and health professionals' instructions visible. Classroom staff were reminded that all medications must be stored in their original container with the manufacturers or health professional's instructions and label intact.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 staff #1 and 5 file was missing a health assessment. Staff # 7 medical assessment on file was dated for 1/23/2021, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. 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.)
Upon notification of the violation on February 26, 2026, staff persons #1 and #5 were scheduled to complete the required health assessments. Staff person #7's medical assessment, which had exceeded the 24-month validity period, was updated with a current health assessment and documentation of freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Completed health assessments, including tuberculosis, skin tests or other medical documentation as required, have been placed in each staff member's personnel file in accordance with DHS regulations. Staff person #1 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 Staff #4 TB test did not include the date the test was read.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. 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.)
Upon notification of the violation on February 26, 2026, staff person #4's TB test documentation was updated to include the date the test was read. The corrected documentation has been placed in the staff member's personnel file. Classroom and administrative staff were reminded that all health assessments, including TB tests, must include the date the test was administered and read, and all documentation must be complete and maintained in the personnel file.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iii)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Exp, educ., training at facility/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/25/2026 staff #1,2,4 and 9 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity on file during the inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon notification of the violation on February 25, 2026, staff persons #1, #2, #4 and #9 were contacted to provide verification of their education, training, and/or childcare experience. Documentation received included transcripts, diplomas, or letters signed by a representative to the education or training entity. The verified documents have been placed in each staff member's personnel file in accordance with DHS regulations. Staff files reviewed to ensure all required education and training verification is complete and on file. Staff person #1 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026. Staff person #9 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 staff #1&4 file did not contain 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.)
Upon notification of the violation ion February 26, 2026, staff persons #1 and #4 were contacted to provide the required two written, non-family references attesting to their suitability to serve as facility staff. The references have been received and placed in the personnel files of each staff member. Staff person #1 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 staff #10 file did not contain initial training regarding the emergency plan, nor it was documented.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #10 was provided training on the facility's emergency plan. Documentation of the training, including the date and staff signature, has been completed and placed in the employee's personal file. The Center Director conducted a review of all staff files to verify documentation of emergency plan training. Any missing documentation was immediately corrected by reviewing the emergency plan with staff and obtaining proper documentation.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until (3/18/2026- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff 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.)
SStaff person #1 has been scheduled to complete the required Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training on March 9, 2026. Until the training is completed, staff person #1 will not be left alone with children and will be directly supervised by a staff member who has current Pediatric First aid and Pediatric CPR certification. Documentation of supervision has been communicated to the administrative team and classroom staff to ensure compliance. Upon completion of the required training, documentation of certification will be placed in staff person #1's personnel file. Staff person #1 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) - Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 Staff person #1 and 6 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 and 6 will have until 3/18/2026 (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 and 6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and #6 have been registered to complete the required Health and Safety training. Both staff members will complete the required training no later than March 18th, 2026, as directed. Until the required training has been completed, staff persons #1 and #6 will be directly supervised when interacting with children by a staff member who has completed the required Health and Safety training. Staff persons #1 and #6 will not be left alone with children until the training has been completed and documentation is placed in their personnel files. Upon completion of the training, certifications will be printed and placed in each staff member's personnel files. Staff person #1 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated 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: Observed 2/26/2026 Staff person #1 did not contain completed DHS required FBI and PA State Criminal Police clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file were not met. The file for staff # 1 did not contain out of state clearances from North Carolina. The file for staff #2,3 and 8 did not contain out of state clearances from Florida.

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 #1,2,3 and 8may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately upon notification of the violation on February 26, 2026, staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #8 were removed from child-care duties until all required clearances are obtained and verified. Staff person #1 has submitted requests for the required FBI clearance and PA State police criminal history clearance, as well as the required out-of-state from North Carolina. Staff persons #2, #3, and #8 have submitted requests for the required out-of-state clearances from Florida. Documentation of all clearances requests will be placed in each staff member's personnel file. Upon receipt of the completed clearances, copies will be maintained in the employee files in accordance with CPSL and Chapter 3490 requirements. Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #8 will not return to child-care duties until all required clearances are received and verified by the Center Director. Staff person #1 has been suspended and is no longer in direct care of children as of 2/26/2026.
2026-02-26 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Observed 2/26/2026 in Purple Cats, Khaki Kangaroos and Orange Giraffes classroom there were baby wipes located in the childcare area that was not locked or made inaccessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon notification of the violation on February 26, 2026, the baby wipes observed in the Purple Cats, Khaki Kangaroos, and Orange Giraffes classrooms were immediately, removed from areas accessible to children and placed in a locked cabinet or in a location that is not accessible to children at all times. Classroom staff were reminded that all cleaning materials and items considered toxic must be stored in a locked cabinet or in a location that is not accessible to children at all times.
2025-07-02 Renewal 3270.133(1) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(1)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/2/2025 in Khaki Kangaroo's classroom child #1albeterol inhaler was not in its original container it was placed in first aid emergency bag not locked or made inaccessible to children. Albuterol inhaler was observed without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will reach out to Child #1's parents for an updated prescription. Until the time that the parent provides us with an updated prescription, medication will be taken out of the classroom. Moving forward, prescriptions will only be accepted in original packaging with doctor's instructions.
2025-07-02 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/2/2025 staff# 4,7, and 8 was missing a health assessment in their file. Staff # 2 medical assessment on file was dated for 9/27/2022, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 will be required to go for an updated health assessment no later than 7/10/25. Staff #7, and #8 will be required to go for their TB test by 7/7/25. Staff #4 is required to provide their health assessment on the appropriate 3270.151 form. All health assessments will be due back to administration no later than 7/15/25.
2025-07-02 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/2/2025 staff #1,5,6,7 and 8 were missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. 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.)
Staff #1 and #5 will need to go back to their doctor's and have them date the TB reading. Staff #7 and #8 will be required to go for their TB test by 7/7/25 and health assessments will be due back to administration no later than 7/15/25. Staff #6 had initial TB test from 2022 that will be sent for review.
2025-07-02 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/2/2025 staff #3 file were missing acceptable verification of their education verification of a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3 will have their diploma translated and verified no later than 7/25/25.
2025-07-02 Renewal 3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) - Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Observed 7/2/2025 in Purple Cats Classroom 8 Staff # 9, 10, and 11 had 15 children in their childcare space, staff # 9 identified 5 children, staff #10 identified 4 children and staff # 11 identified 5 children leaving 1 child unassigned.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 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 #9, 10, and 11 will be assigned a training about primary care groups on the LOLC. Administration will also go around at different times of the day and ask teachers how many they have in their classroom and how many are in their primary care group.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 in Brown Bears Classroom Staff # 11 and 12 had 12 children in their childcare space, staff # 11 identified 5 children and staff # 12 identified 5 children leaving 1 child unassigned. Observed in Yellow Ducks classroom staff # 13 and 14 had 19 children in the childcare space, staff # 13 identified 9 children and staff #14 identified 8 children leaving 2 children unassigned. Observed in the Khaki Kangaroos Classroom Staff # 7, 8, and 15 had a total of 15 children in the childcare space, staff # 7 identified 5 children, Staff #8 identified 6 children and staff #15 identified 3 children leaving 1 child unassigned.

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.)
Provide staff #11, 12, 7, 8, 15 with primary care cards for missing children. Primary caregiver lists will also be posted in the classroom and reviewed each morning. We will assign staff #11, 12, 7, 8, 15 a training on primary care giving to be completed no later than 6/26/24. Staff will be quizzed daily until training has been completed and will continue to be quizzed until admin team believes staff are comfortable with all children in their care.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 child #2 agreement form did not contain the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Financial agreement will be reviewed and filled out in completion and reviewed by child #2's parent.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 child #2 agreement form did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Financial agreement will be reviewed and filled out in completion and reviewed by child #2's parent.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 child #2 and 6 file did not contain the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Financial agreement will be reviewed and filled out in completion and reviewed by families of child #2 and 6.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/18/2024 child #1-6 agreement forms did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Financial agreement will be reviewed and filled out in completion and reviewed by families of child #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 child #1 and 2 files health insurance coverage and policy number were missing from the emergency contact form.

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.)
Administration team member will call and let parent know we have paperwork. Will stop parent of child #1 and #2 during drop off to add health insurance information on the emergency contact form.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 child #2 file did not contain an initial health report.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Admin team will call parent of child #2 to provide updated health report. Child will not be permitted to return until health assessment has been received. We will discuss the need for documentation and let family know that we need the update in the next 30 days
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 child #4 were missing an updated 6-month health report on file, the current health report on file dated 8/22/2023.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Admin team will call parent of child #4 to provide updated health report. We will discuss the need for documentation and let family know that we need the update in the next 30 days
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 children files #1 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 1 last physical was 4/6/2022.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Admin team will call parent of child #1 to provide updated health report. We will discuss the need for documentation and let family know that we need the update in the next 30 days.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 staff# 3,5,6,7,10 was missing a health assessment in their file along with a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3, 5, 6, 7, 10 will have until 6/21/24 to schedule a health appointment and until 6/28/24 to provide the completed health form to us. Any staff member who fails to provide a completed health form to us by 6/28/24 will not be in direct supervision of a child until this has been completed.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(b)

Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 Staff# 4 health assessment was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature did not include the individual's professional title.

Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 will have until 6/21/24 to obtain the NP's signature on the original health assessment form or receive a new health assessment. Staff will not be in direct supervision of a child until this has been completed.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 staff #6 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or a transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #6 will have until 6/21/24 to provide a copy of their diploma or high school transcript. Staff will not be in direct supervision of a child until this has been completed.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 staff #1 and 6 file did not contain 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.)
Staff #1 and 6 have until 6/28/24 to provide reference letters for their file.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 Staff #9 were missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Assign missing training to Staff #9. Trainings are to be completed by 6/26/24. Staff will not be in direct supervision of a child until this has been completed.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 Staff person #-2,3 and 8 has not completed the following required pre-service Pediatric CPR and First Aid training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):

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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2,3 and 8 will have until _____ (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2,3 and 8 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family childcare home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2,3 and 8 staff persons #2, 3 and 8 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Schedule a CPR class for 6/20/24 that is mandatory for Staff person #2, 3, and 8. Staff will not be in direct supervision of a child until this has been completed.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) - Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 Staff person #3,6 and 10 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f)(1-10), or 3290.31(g)(1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #-3,6 and 10 will have until _____ (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3,6 and 10 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #3,6 and 10, staff person #3, 6 and 10 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will re-assign training to staff person #3, 6, and 10. Staff person #3, 6, and 10 may not return until this mandatory training has been completed.
2024-06-17 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: Observed 6/17/2024 The file for staff # 2 did not contain out of state clearances from New Jersey and Ohio. Staff # 4 file did not contain out of state clearances from Texas. Staff #6 file did not contain out of state clearances from Minnesota. Staff #5, 9 and 10 files did not contain completed DHS required FBI (Staff 5 and 9), State Police (Staff #5) and NSOR (Staff 10) clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2,4,5,6,9 and 10 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 #2,4,5,6,9 and 10 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 will submit for out of state clearances from Texas no later than 6/25/24. Will provide proof of mandated reporter training completion no later than 6/21/24. Staff #6 will submit for out of state clearances from Minnesota no later than 6/25/24. Staff member will be permitted to do janitorial work but not in direct supervision of children until the clearance has been received. Staff #5 will obtain FBI and state police clearances no later than 6/21/24. Staff #9 will obtain FBI clearance no later than 6/21/24. Staff #10 will resubmit NSOR no later than 6/21/24. Staff will not be in direct supervision of a child until this has been completed.
2024-06-17 Renewal 3270.75(c)/3270.75(d) - Has all items/On excursions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)

Description: Has all items/On excursions

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/17/2024 in Brown Bears, Green Frogs classroom & Khaki Kangaroos classrooms there were missing items from first aid kit. Green Frogs were missing water from their first aid kit. Khaki Kangaroos were missing tape and Brown Browns were missing 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. One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Refresh and restore first aid kits with missing items.
2023-09-28 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/28/2023 in the hallway observing there was a child not in classroom running through the hallways and left unsupervised alone during drop off in the morning with all doors closed. Child stated they belong in the Brown Bears classroom.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration spoke to the father of the child and reminded them about our policy to drop off their oldest child first. Administration told the father he could not leave his child in the hallway while dropping off younger child.
2023-09-28 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) - Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51/3270.113(a)(2)

Description: Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/16/2023 in the Yellow Ducks classroom (3-4-year-olds) there was 19 children to staff member #1, when observed twice after another walkthrough there was 12 children to staff member #1. Also observed in the Green Frogs (3--4-year-olds) there was 11 children to staff member #2. Also observed in the Khaki Kangaroos (2--3-year-olds) there were 8 children with 1 staff member until an office staff member came in quickly to assist.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff: child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Office administration handed out new morning routine guidelines to all staff that explain where to be and when administration also adjusted the working hours of a few staff administration hired a new staff member and assigned hours to help in the morning. Each classroom tracked children and teachers present throughout the week to ensure proper ratios at all times.
2023-07-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: Observed on 7/27/2023 Continue non-compliance observed on 6/26/2023 classroom #4 thermometer had a temperature of 62° F reading above 45° F for food to be stored in the refrigerator.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will instruct teachers to keep the thermometer in the back of the refrigerator to ensure accurate readings.
2023-07-27 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: Observed on 7/27/2023 Continue non-compliance observed on 6/26/2023 Classroom 4 Staff # 1, 2, and 3 had 18 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 4 children, staff #2 identified 4 children and staff # 3 identified 5 children leaving 5 children unassigned.

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.)
Administration will ask staff 1, 2, and 3 to name primary care children every day until they have 5 days without mistakes.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 in the infant classroom and room 1 and 5 were missing thermometers in the refrigerator. In Classroom #3, 4 and 5 there was not an operating thermometer in the refrigerator.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will replace thermometers in all rooms.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 in the classroom 3 staff # 5 counted child in ratio but a child was observed being unsupervised running in and out of the bathroom area. Staff # 5 located in the classroom area had their back turned from child.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will provide staff person 5 with in-classroom training on proper bathroom supervision.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Observed in Classroom 9 Staff # 4,7 and 8 had 16 children in the childcare space, staff # 4 identified 5 children and staff # 7 identified 6 children, staff #8 identified 4 children leaving 1 child unassigned.

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.)
Administration will ask teachers daily to name their caregiver group. We will do this until able to do so correctly for 5 days.
2023-06-26 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: Observed 6/26/2023 child #7 &8 file did not contain the dates of admissions on agreement form. Child #8 did not contain date of withdrawal on agreement form.

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.)
Administration updated paperwork for child # 7 & 8.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 child #1,3 and 4 health insurance coverage and policy numbers were missing from emergency contact from.

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.)
Administration will ask parents of children 1,3 and 4 to finish their emergency contact forms.
2023-06-26 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: Observed 6/26/2023 child file # 1, 2, and 3 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will have parents of children 1, 2, and 3 complete the address section of their contact forms.
2023-06-26 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: Observed 6/26/2023 Child # 7 & 8 files were missing a review and update on the emergency contact information at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

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.)
Administration will have parents of child 7 update or review emergency contact form. Child #8 no longer attends center.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(2) - Health information/Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(2)

Description: Health information/Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 child file #4 did not contain an initial health report on file. Child #4 have been enrolled the facility over 60 days of their first day of attendance at the facility.

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. The initial health report for a young toddler must be dated no more than 6 months prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will have parents of child 4 submit recent health assessment.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 children #3, 5, and 8 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 12/10/2021 (child #3), 7/21/2021 (child #5) & 6/16/2020 (child#8). An updated health report is to be provided at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will ask parents of children 3 and 5 for updated health forms. Child #8 no longer attends facility.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 Child #6 &7 health assessment was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature did not include the individual's professional title.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will have parents of children #6 and 7 get health forms signed.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 staff # 2 file were missing a health assessment from their file. Staff # 6 medical assessment dated for 6/15/2021, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 and 6 got new physicals completed, administration will send new copies.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 in classroom #2 classroom cups were not labeled to identify which cup belong to which child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Teachers will check that everything is labeled as children the classroom.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 staff #1,3 and 10 was missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method results in their file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will have staff members takes their forms to be updated.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 Staff # 6 &9 files and were missing their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Administration will send copies of proof of professional development conducted at monthly staff meetings.
2023-06-26 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: Observed 6/26/2023 The file for staff # 1 &2 does not contain a completed DHS required FBI and NSOR clearance. Staff #3 FBI results were not included in their file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.

Correction Required: 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, 2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff members 1,2 and 3 requested a second copy of their NSOR or FBI background checks. Administration will send copies of these clearances.
2023-06-26 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: Observed 6/26/2023 classroom 2,4 and Infant room were missing items from their first aid kit. Room 2 &4 were missing water in their excursion first aid kit. Infant room were missing water from their 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.)
Administration will place water bottles in the go bags for rooms 2 and 4 as well as the infant room.
2022-10-24 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: Observed 10/24/2022 staff member #1 file health assessment was passed the 24 months following the date of signature from the original date it was signed.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 has a doctor appointment on 11/9/2022 and will not work in the classroom with children until health assessment is completed. Once completed will send via email.
2022-09-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Observed from video on 9/26/2022 sent by Abington Police detective. Staff person #1 while supervising child #1 during nap time placed a blanket above child #1 shoulders and head to comfort child to sleep. Staff #1 was unable to see, hear and access the activity of the child while napping.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person#1 will be observed and retrained on naptime procedures. Staff person #1 will retake online training about naptime procedures.
2022-09-15 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: Observed in Classroom#4 multiple staff members named the same children as being assigned to them. Staff #1 could only identify 4 of the 5 children assigned to them. Observed in the Classroom 3 staff # 2 did not know the whereabouts of one the children assigned to their group. Staff counted child in ratio but could not locate child #1. Child #1 was observed being unsupervised running in and out of the bathroom area. Staff # 2 located in the classroom area had their back turned from child #1. Observed in Classroom 8 Staff # 3 and 4 had 18 children in their childcare space, staff # 3 identified 5 children and staff # 4 identified 4 children leaving 9 children unassigned. Observed in Classroom 9 Staff # 5 and 6 had 16 children in the childcare space, staff # 5 identified 5 children and staff # 6 identified 5 children leaving 6 children unassigned. Observed in the Classroom 5 Staff # 7, 8, and 9 had a total of 16 children in the childcare space, staff # 7 identified 2 children, Staff #8 identified 9 children and staff #9 identified 3 children leaving 2 children unassigned. Observed in classroom10 Staff # 10 and 11 had a total of 10 children in the childcare space, Staff # 10 identified 4 children and Staff # 11 identified 5 children leaving 1 child unassigned.

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.)
A member of administration will ask each teacher who they are responsible for daily and keep record of answers. Teachers must show cards and keep them on their person while in the classroom when asked where their group is. Teachers will point to each child. Administration will keep record for four weeks.
2022-09-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: Observed 9/15/2022 staff #3 file did not contain verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: 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.)
Staff person #3 will fill out verification of employment and administration will verify.
2022-07-20 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2022-07-20 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2022-06-22 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2022-05-25 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2022-03-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022, STAFF #1, #2, #3 AND #4COULD NOT NAME CHILDREN IN THEIR PRIMARY CARE GROUPS IN CLASSROOMS 4, 6, AND 10.

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.)
ALL STAFF WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR PRIMARY CAREGIVER CARD NAME TAGS AT ALL TIMES. ALL STAFF WILL POST A LIST OF THEIR PRIMARY CARE GROUP IN THE CLASSROOM.
2022-03-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022 IT WAS ACKNOWLEDGED BY STAFF PERSONS #5 AND #7 THAT ON 11/19/2021 A CHILD WAS LEFT IN THE HALLWAY AT THE FACIITY DURING A TRANSITION.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. .

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A PLAN WAS PUT IN PLACE TO MONITOR AND HELP WITH TRANISITIONS. THE STAFF HAVE COMPLETED THE PAN AND CORRECTLY USE NAME TO FACE COUNTS AND TRANSITION STRATEGIES.
2022-03-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022 IT WAS ACKNOWLEDGED BY STAFF PERSONS #5 AND #7 THAT ON 11/19/2021 A CHILD WAS LEFT IN THE HALLWAY AT THE FACIITY DURING A TRANSITION.

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. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ALL STAFF WILL BE ASSIGNED TWO HOURS OF SUPERVISION TRAINING. TRANINGS TITLED NAME TO FACE 1 HOUR AND STRESSED SUPERVISION 1 HOUR.
2022-03-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022 IT WAS ACKNOWLEDGED BY STAFF PERSONS #5 AND #7 THAT ON 11/19/2021 A CHILD WAS LEFT IN THE HALLWAY AT THE FACIITY DURING A TRANSITION.

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. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. 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 WILL USE NAME TO FACE. TEACHERS WILL FILL OUT A DAILY LOG TO SHOW THEY ARE USING SYSTEM CORRECTLY.
2022-03-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022, STAFF#6 PERSON WAS OBSERVED NOT WASHING THE CHILD'S HANDS AFTER DIAPERING THE CHILD IN CLASSROOM 10.

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.)
STAFF TEACHERS WILL BE RETRAINED ON PROPER DIAPERING PROCEDURES. ADMINISTRATION WILL OBSERVE STAFF MEMBERS CHANGING A DIAPER FROM START TO FINISH TO ENSURE PROPER DIAPERING PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED.
2022-03-02 Complaints- Legal Location 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: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022, IT WAS ACKNOWLEDGED BY STAFF #7 THAT THERE WAS NO INCIDENT REPORT WRITTEN FOR THE LOST CHILD ON 11/19/2021.

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.)
INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT REPORTS WILL BE COMPLETED FOR ANY ACCIDENT INJURY OR ILLNESS. THIS INCLUDES A LOST CHILD. REPORTS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE CHILD'S PARENT, KEPT IN BINDER, AND IN THE CHILD'S FILE. REPORTS WILL ALSO BE SENT TO DHS/OCDEL WHEN NECESSARY.
2022-03-02 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: AT THE TIME OF THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 3/2/2022 IT WAS FOUND THAT ON 11/19/2021 A CHILD WAS LEFT IN THE HALLWAY. THIS INCIDENT WAS NOT REPORTED TO THE REGIONAL OFFICE.

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 lost, hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
ADMINISTRATION WILL NOTIFY DHS/OCDEL IF AN APPLICABLE INCIDENT OCCURS. FACILITY WILL NOTIFY DHS/OCDEL WITHIN 24 HOURS OF THE INCIDENT. STAFF WILL CONTINUE TO FILL OUT PROPER ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT FORMS TO GO ALONG WITH INCIDENT.

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