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Lightbridge Academy Of Yardley

Yardley, PA · Bucks County
1680 Big Oak Rd, Yardley, PA 19067
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Capacity
161 children
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
4

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📞 (215) 493-4100
1680 Big Oak Rd
Yardley, PA 19067
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Active License
License Number
CER-00259701
License Issued
Jul 9, 2026
Active Through
Jan 9, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 16

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LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY OF YARDLEY is a Child Care Center in YARDLEY PA, with a maximum capacity of 161 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-22 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On 06/15/2026 the self-reported noncompliance violation stated child #1 was left outside in the facility's play area unsupervised during transitioning back into the classroom for approximately 2 minutes

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. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. 3. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 6/15/26 - Children will be supervised at all times. 2. 8/7/26 - All staff will receive a minimum of 2 hours of training in supervision. The training will be scheduled upon approval of the content by the Regional Office. 3. 10/7/26 - The legal entity will begin using a checklist to count children, as soon as the form has been approved by the Regional Office. The legal entity shall do the checklist for a minimum of 3 months from the date the checklist is approved abd will be sent to the Regional Office weekly.
2026-05-01 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 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: At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 did not have a Health Report on file, nor did they have the results of a TB test and was working in direct contact with children.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. 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 provided a copy of completed health screening, copy is attached.
2026-05-01 Allocated 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: At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 and Staff 2 did not have any proof of experience on file.

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.)
Verified staff 1 hours, see attached. Verified staff 2 hours, see attached.
2026-05-01 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff 2 did not have proof of training regarding the Emergency Plan within the last year.

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 has completed training, certification is attached.
2026-05-01 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection Staff 2 did not have proof of annual fire safety training on file.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has completed training, certificate of completion is attached.
2026-05-01 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff 2 did not have proof of the required pre-service training listed in subsection (F)1-10, and was past there 90 days of hire timeframe..

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff is currently completing training, plans to have completed by 6/12/26. Staff will be supervised at all times when working with children by a staff who has completed the pre-service trainings.
2025-11-20 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff person 1 did not have proof of the professional development listed in subsections (f)1-9 and was past their 90 of hire. Staff 1 was missing the required 1 hour Health and Safety Update 2022.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 will obtain proof of the 1-hour Update or will take the new health and safety trainings - Part 1 and Part 2. Staff 1 will be supervised at all times until they complete part 1 or obtain proof, they completed the 1-hour Update.
2025-08-11 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Self Reported - staff 1 left the room for approximately 1 minute with 3 children, leaving child 1 in the room, alone and unsupervised.

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 in person training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete the required supervision training thru PA Keys during our next professional development day.
2025-07-21 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On 7/16/25, Staff 1 and Staff 2 left Child 1 alone and unsupervised in the Orange Giraffe classroom for approximately 5 minutes.

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. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. 3. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1- 7/16/2025 - children will be supervised at all times. 2. - 8/29/25 - 2 hr supervision training to be provided to all staff thru PA Keys. 3. - 10/22/25 - name to face checks will be conducted and documented every 15 minutes for a minimum of 3 months.
2025-07-21 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: At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 and staff 2 did not have a health assessment on file. Staff 2 did not have the results of a TB test on file.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. 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 2 health assessment attached. Staff 1 removed from schedule until health assessment is received.
2025-07-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(i) - Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Age

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 and Staff 2 did not have verification of age on file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proof of age attached.
2025-07-21 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: At the time of the inspection, Staff1 and Staff 2 did not have verification of experience on file.

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.)
Employment verification for both staff attached.
2025-07-21 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection staff 1 only have 1 reference on file and staff 2 did not the 2 nonfamily references required on file.

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.)
References for both staff attached.
2025-03-28 Unannounced Monitoring 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: At the time of the inspection on 3/28/25, Staff 1 did not have proof of a health report on file, nor did they have proof of the results of a TB test.

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 #1 is awaiting the results of TB screening for doctor to complete Health Assessment form. If not completed by 4/25/25, Staff will be removed from the schedule until complete.
2025-03-28 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: At the time of the inspection on 3/28/25, Staff 1 did not have proof of prior experience on file.

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 #1 will provide reference letters detailing prior experiences. If not completed by 4/25/25, Staff will be removed from schedule until complete.
2025-03-28 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection on 3/28/25, Staff 1 did not have 2 written references on files.

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 will provide 2 written references. If not completed by 4/25/25, staff will be removed from the schedule until complete.
2024-11-19 Renewal 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: At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 did not have proof of education on file.

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 1 will obtain proof of education and keep it on file.
2024-11-19 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 did not have proof of two written references, on file.

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 will obtain 2 written nonfamily references and keep them on file.
2024-11-19 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, Staff 2 did not have proof of their required Child Abuse Clearance, that is needed at time of hire for a provisional employee, on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 3 will not work in a childcare position until they receive their Child Abuse Clearance. Staff 3 had applied and is waiting for the clearance.
2024-11-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 and Staff 2 had an argument in which Staff 1 and Staff 2 used harsh language towards each other in front of the children.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 and Staff 2 will be retrained in use of appropriate language. Staff 1 and Staff 2 will also be retrained in the policy and procedures of stress and conflict. Staff 1 and Staff 2 will have conflict resolutions training.
2024-02-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) - Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems

Noncompliance Area: Staff 3's physical did not state if staff was free from communicable disease and suitable to work in childcare. - this violation was not implemented from renewal inspection on 11/20/23.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Physical report attached.
2024-02-02 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: staff 1, 2, and 4 did not have proof of education on file.- This violation was not implemented from the renewal inspection on 11/20/23.

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.)
Employee 2 suspended as of 2/2/24 pending receipt. Employee 4 record attached. Employee 1 waiting for GED certificate.
2024-02-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff 2 was missing their Pediatric CPR and First Aide training and was past their 90 days. - this remains not implemented from renewal inspection on 11/20/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee (2) was placed on suspension pending receipt of certification. Notice attached.
2023-12-21 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that staff 1, 2, 3 and 4 did not have the pre-service training and were not being supervised by a staff that had the pre-service training. Staff 1 was unsupervised in Green Frog Staff 2 was unsupervised in Yellow Ducks and staff 3 and staff 4 were unsupervised in Mobile Infants.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff have completed required Health and Safety training.
2023-12-21 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff 5 was missing their NSOR and was past their 45 days so was no longer a provisional hire.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 5 has been Placed on a temporary suspension pending the receipt of their NSOR. They are sending another copy and we resubmitted the application.
2023-12-21 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that staff 1 was alone with 12 preschoolers in the Green Frog Room.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Reviewed state mandated ratios with all preschool staff.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff 10, 14, 4, and Staff 11 and 5 who were unsupervised and working alone with children and did not have their pre-service training completed, in Classroom 6 and classroom 8.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health and Safety certificates attached. Employee # 14 has until 2/11/24 to complete.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that staff 1, 2, 5 and 11's files were missing a current physical.

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.)
Employee #1 no longer employed. Employee #2 and 11 attached. Employee #5 scheduled for 1/23/24.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) - Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems

Noncompliance Area: During the review of the files, it was observed that staff 6 and 9's physical did not state that they were free from communicable disease and suitable to work in childcare.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee #6 is no longer employed. Employee #9 dropped off new physical form and is waiting to pick it up.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the files, it was observed that Staff 4, 5, 7 and 8 were missing proof of education.

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 #4 submitted HS diploma request and is waiting for results. Staff#5 is waiting for results of her GED exam. Staff #8 will graduate in June 2024 (so will submit proof of grade in form of a report card) and is an aide. Staff #7 also submitted a request for a diploma and is waiting results.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff 13 did not have their Pre-service training (3270.31(f) 1-9) and were past their 90 days .

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee # 13 is no longer an employee at Lightbridge Academy of Yardley.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: It was observed while reviewing the files that staff 7 was missing their Pediatric CPR and First aid training and was past their 90 days.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee # 7 was unable to attend the 12/29 class we hosted. She is enrolling in another class and will remain supervised until certification is received.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: It was observed while reviewing the files that staff 3 and Staff6 were missing their NSOR, and Staff 10, 11, 12 were missing their FBI clearance and were past their provisional hire period.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3,6,10,11, and 12 -- 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 # 3, 6, 10, 11 and 12--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee #6 no longer employed. Documentation for employee 10 attached. Employee #3, 11 and 12 on suspension until results received. Waiting for results.
2023-11-20 Renewal 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the windows on the 2nd floor could open wider than 6 inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handles to all second floor windows have been removed so windows cannot be opened until permanently fixed. Teachers have handles in the rooms to be able to open in an emergency.
2023-11-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Child 1 was left in the classroom alone, unsupervised.

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 1 was terminated and staff 2 was written up and retrained.
2023-10-17 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.166(5) - Six-months-old held Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(5)

Description: Six-months-old held

Noncompliance Area: Infant, 5 months old, was not being held while being bottle fed.

Correction Required: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Regulations were reviewed/retaught; one on one coaching; "Bottle Bridge" training was taken by staff; Spot checking to check staff is holding infants.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) - Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff # 8 file and observed no physical examination assessment on record date of hire 11/28/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee #8 resigned on 4/12/13 this was also her last day in the center.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: Certificationr rep reviewed the following staff files and observed Staff # 7 is missing Tb results page and Staff #9 is missing date TB test was read.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Attached are the requested results of the TB results for the requested employees.
2023-03-27 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: Certification rep reviewed staff #9 file and observed no proof of education on record .Staff #5 verification doesn't specify years of experience and staff #6 is missing verification of experience.

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.)
Attached are the education and experience verification for the requested employees.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: certification rep reviewed staff files and observed staff #1 is missing one letter of reference on file, staff #2 is missing two letters of references, staff #6 is missing two reference letters and staff #8 is missing two letters of reference on file.

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.)
Attached are the reference checks for the requested employees.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff file and observed the following staff did not have on record training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. Staff #3 date of hire 1/24/22, staff #4 date of hire 6/15/21, staff #7 date of hire 1/3/22, staff #9 date of hire 7/6/21.

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.)
Attached are the emergency plan certificates for the requested employees.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff files and observed the following staff did complete an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training. Staff #3 date of hire 1/24/22, staff #4 date of hire 6/15/21, staff #9 date of hire 7/6/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Attached are the training records for the requested employees.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff #4 and #7 file and observed no fire safety training certificate of completion on record: staff #4 date of hire 6/15/21, staff #7 date of hire 1/3/22.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will complete new annual fire safety training thru the PD registry by 4/21/23.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

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

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff files and observed pediatric first aid was not completed within 90 days of hire staff #3 date of hire 1/24/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Attached please find certification for employee #3.
2023-03-27 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: Certification rep reviewed staff #1 file and observed the following staff did not complete 10 Health and safety training within 90 days of hire: date of hire11/10/22.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee #1 is working thru the 10-hour training after doing the 1-hour training. It will be complete by 5/26.
2023-03-27 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: Certification rep reviewed staff files and observed staff #1 file has no FBI and mandated reporter training on record hire date 11/10/22. Staff #2 has no NSOR clearance on record hire date 11/10/22. Staff #5 Has no state criminal clearance on file date of hire 11/29/21. Staff #6 has FBI has a department of FBI clearance hire date 9/7/22. Staff #8 has no state criminal clearance on record hire date 11/28/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
#1 FBI received date 12/30/22, Mandated reporter is scheduled to be completed. #2 NSOR Should arrive in 2 weeks' wrong address provided. #5 PATCH we cannot pull record with control number. #6 looking for official copy - off schedule until received. #8 resigned 4/11/23 didn't want to pay for new clearance.
2023-03-27 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.35(e) - 46 or more children- additional group sups Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.35(e)

Description: 46 or more children- additional group sups

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation certification rep reviewed staff #1, #3, #4 and #5 file and observed transcripts are missing in record that determine staff qualification. Staff #2 and #7 degree and transcripts in record need to be evaluated to determine qualification. Staff #6 did not have education in record that determines qualification.

Correction Required: In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
#5 is no longer employed. #1,3,5,2 and 7 will act as an Assistant Group Supervisor. #4 and 6 diplomas attached. transcripts for non-education diplomas requested 5/2/23.
2023-03-27 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At the time of investigation certification rep completed a walkthrough of the facility and observed and found Staff #7 in the Brown Bears room out of ratio: 1 teacher with 12 children total, the youngest child was 4 years and 8 months of age. Staff #8 was observed to be walking in the hallway leaving the Green Frog's room to be observed and found out of ratio with 1 teacher. Staff #9 had13 preschool children in total, the youngest child was 3 years of age at the time of walk through. The khaki Kangaroo room was observed and found to be out of ratio at the time of the walkthrough with 2 teachers and 13 children the youngest child at the time was I years in age. Certification rep observed another child dropped off by the parent at 11:05 am and now the total number of children to teacher child ratio is 2 teachers with 14 children total, the youngest child 1 years in age in the khaki Kangaroo room.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Disciplinary action provided for staff who left room out of ratio. Staff meeting held on 4/15/23 reviewed ratios. Name to face checks and staff responsibilities.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On April 24th, 2023, Certification rep observed staff #2 and staff #10 from the orange Giraffes classroom with a total of 15 children in a mixed age group, the youngest age of the child at the time was 2.5 years of age.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will receive training thru PA keys on ratios and supervision.
2023-03-27 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.55(a) - Toddler and preschool children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.55(a)

Description: Toddler and preschool children

Noncompliance Area: On May 16, 2023, Certification rep observed staff #3 and staff #11 in the purple cat room out of ratio with a total of 12 children, the youngest of age 1 1/2 years of age. Certification rep observed staff #3 leave the room to take one child to the office leaving staff #11 alone with a total of 11 children in the purple cat room.

Correction Required: The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will receive training thru PA Keys on ratio and supervision.
2023-01-03 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: Certification rep reviewed staff #2, #4 and #8 file and observed 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 missing in staff #2, #4 and #8 record.

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.)
Employee #2 health assessment attached. Employee #4 resigned; last day was 1/20/2023. Employee #8 had physical with TB placement being read on 1/25/23 and will return form.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff #9 file and observed two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person missing in record.

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.)
Attached please find references for employee #9.
2023-01-03 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Certification rep reviewed staff #10 file and observed staff #10 has not completed the health and safety training within 90 days of hire. Date of hire: 9/14/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Attached please find the better kid care training for employee #10.
2023-01-03 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: Certification rep reviewed staff #1 file and observed no State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance and NSOR certificate on record date of hire: 12/29/22. Staff #2 file has no FBI Clearance on record date of hire:11/30/22. Staff #3 file has no FBI Clearance ON RECORD date of hire:11/10/22. Staff #4 file has no NSOR certificate on record date of hire: 11/28/22. Staff #5 file has no State Police Clearance on record date of hire:11/28/22. Staff #6 file has no Child Abuse Clearance and no NSOR certificate on record date of hire 9/9/22. Staff #7 file has no Child Abuse Clearance and no FBI Clearance on record date of hire: 11/11/22. Staff #8 file has no State Police, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance and NSOR certificate on record date of hire 12/12/22. Staff #10 file has no FBI Clearance no NSOR certificate and no mandated reporter training within the last 60 months date of hire: 9/14/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee#1 CA mailed 12/30 because of website issues; NSOR was mailed to wrong address. resending 1/24/23 CR waiting on Cert. Employee#2 FBI attached, Employee#3FBI appt on 12/30/22 waiting on certificate. Employees#4 resigned last day was 1/20/23. Employee#5 state police attached showing no record. Employee#6 NSOR submitted 9/27 mailed to home address not college - going to get them this weekend of 1/27/23. Employee#7 CA attached; FBI not needed because under 18yrs. Employee#8 FBI appt 1/24/23; NSOR submitted 1/12/23; CA, CR submitted 1/18/23. Employee#10 FBI attached; NSOR called 1/23/23; maternity leave until 4/1/23.
2021-12-20 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: CHILD 1 AND 2 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A FLU SHOT DURING THE INSPECTION.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CHILD 1 WILL RECIEVE THE FLU VACCINE TODAY. CHILD 2 IS STILL AWAITING THE PAPERWORK FROM THE CHILD'S HEALTH PROVIDER. SHE HAS INFORMED US THAT SHE HAS BEEN FOLLOWING UP WITH THEM AND THEY ARE SHORT ON STAFF AND BACKED UP.
2021-12-20 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: STAFF 4 AND 5 DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF A PHYSICAL AND THE TB TEST RESULTS ON FILE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION.

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 4 IS ATTACHED STAFF 5 WE ARE WAITING
2021-12-20 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) - Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 2'S PHYSICAL DID NOT STATE IF THEY WERE FREE FROM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE AND SUITABLE TO WORK IN CHILDCARE.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF 2 HAS SUBMITTED THEIR FORM WITH THE REQUIRED INFORMATION FILLED OUT - SEE ATTACHED
2021-12-20 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 4 AND 5'S FILES DID NOT CONTAIN A PHYSICAL/HEALTH REPORT NOT THE RESULTS OF A TB TEST.

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.)
STAFF 4 IS COMPLETED AND ATTACHED STAFF 5 WE ARE STILL WAITING
2021-12-20 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 4'S FILE DID NOT CONTAIN 2 NONFAMILY REFERENCES DURING THE INSPECTION.

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 4 WILL SEND THESE TO US
2021-12-20 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: STAFF 1 AND STAFF 3 WERE MISSING THE DHS FBI CLEARANCE; STAFF 4 WAS MISSING THE CHILD ABUSE AND FBI CLEARANCE; STAFF 5 WAS MISSING THEIR NJ CLEARANCES, THE CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE AND THE NSOR LETTER - DURING THE INPSECTION.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1, 3, 4, AND 5 -- 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF 1 SCHEDULED HER APPOINTMENT AND STAFF 3 HAS RESULTS ATTACHED STAFF 4 AS COMPLETED CHILD ABUSE (CLEARANCE) AND IS AWAITING FONGER PRINTING RESULTS (FBI CLEARANCE) STAFF 5 WE ARE AWAITING ALL INFORMATION ALL STAFF WILL NOT WORK WITH CHILDREN UNTIL ALL THEIR CLEARANCES ARE IN HAND. ALL SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY 1-28-22

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