Little Explorers Christian Academy
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- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: There were two rest mats/sleeping bags stored on hallway shelves, not labeled with the names of the children for whom they were intended. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All nap mats were checked and labeled. all rest equipment was reviewed to ensure it was clean, age-appropriate, and assigned to an individual child. Any unlabeled rest equipment was immediately labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended. Staff verified that each child's rest mat, cot, sleeping bag, or other rest equipment was being used only by that specific child. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: There was no daily schedule posted in the Sensory Room. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The written schedule for all groups was immediately added to the sensory room. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The forms used to provide information to the children's family regarding the children's growth and development observed on file for children #1-#7 were not dated or approved by DHS. Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) the facility immediately discontinued use of the unapproved growth and development forms. Copies of the completed forms were made for the facility records, and the original forms were provided to the children's parents. The facility obtained and implemented DHS-approved growth and development forms for all future assessments and parent communications. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: Original agreements were on file for children # 2-#6. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, the facility immediately reviewed all children's files. Copies of the original agreements for children #2-#6 were made and placed in the children's files. The original agreements were returned to the families for their records. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child # 3 did not include the health insurance policy number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent was contacted and the policy number was immediately added to the form. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: There were no emergency contact forms in the Sensory Room for children receiving care in that room. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contacts for all of the students were placed in a binder and in the sensory room where they will be kept. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Sensory Room. Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency plan was immediately posted in the sensory room. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The current emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children #1-#7 were each reviewed and update by a parent in writing more than 6 months after the previous review. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency contact forms and agreements for children #1-#7 were reviewed immediately upon notification of the citation. Updated reviews were obtained and all required documentation were in each child's file. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Health information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a) Description: Health information Noncompliance Area: There was no health assessment on file for child #6, enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, the family of child #6 was contacted and an updated health assessment was requested. The health assessment was obtained and placed in the child's file, or the family was provided with a deadline for submission in accordance with DHS requirements. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for child #2 was completed more than 12 months prior. (7/5/24). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, the family of child #2 was contacted and an updated health assessment was immediately sent to us. The updated health assessment will be maintained in the child's file as required by DHS regulations. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care on file for children #1, #4, and #7. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, the families of children #1, #4, and #7 were contacted and signed parental consent for emergency medical care forms were obtained and placed in each child's file. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on file for children #1, #4, and #7. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, the families of children #1, #4, and #7 were contacted and signed parental consent forms for the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff were obtained and placed in each child's file. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: There was one written nonfamily reference on file for Facility Person #2. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, Facility Person #2's personnel file was reviewed. An additional written nonfamily reference was obtained and placed in the staff file to meet DHS requirements. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(b) Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually Noncompliance Area: The documented dates of the operator review of the emergency plan were noted as 6/2024 and 3/2026. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Little Explorers Christian Academy has reviewed its Emergency Plan in its entirety to ensure all procedures remain current and appropriate for the facility. Any necessary updates have been made to reflect current staff assignments, emergency contacts, evacuation procedures, reunification procedures, and facility operations. A written Emergency Plan Review Form has been developed and implemented to document the date of review, individuals participating in the review, any revisions made, and the signature of the operator. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: There was documentation of 6 of the 12 required hours of child care training completed and on file for Facility Person #1 during the most recent annual review period (8/2024-8/2025). Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, Facility Person #1's training records were reviewed. Additional professional development training was completed and documentation was placed in the staff file to ensure compliance with the annual 12-hour child care training requirement. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The only documentation of firesafety training on file for Facility Persons #1 and #4 was dated 3/12/26, more than 12 months after each of their respective start dates. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A review of all staff files was conducted to verify compliance with annual fire safety training requirements. It was determined that documentation of fire safety training for Facility Persons #1 and #4 was not completed within the required timeframe. Both staff members have now completed fire safety training, and documentation of completion has been placed in their personnel files. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 60 months prior ( dated 2/25/21). Facility Person #2 is a resident of another state. The required clearances from this state were not on file for Facility Person #2. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed required clearances. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, Facility Persons #1 and #2 were immediately removed from all child care duties and were not permitted to work in a child care position until all required clearances and documentation required under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) were obtained and placed in their personnel files. The required criminal history record, child abuse clearance information, disclosure statements, and any other required CPSL documentation were secured and maintained in each staff member's file prior to their return to duties with children. To prevent future occurrences, the Director will utilize a staff file checklist and clearance tracking system to monitor all required CPSL documentation for current and prospective employees. Prior to hire and prior to any individual working with children, personnel files will be reviewed to verify that all required clearances, disclosure statements, and supporting documentation have been received and are complete. No staff member will be permitted to work in a child care position without all required CPSL documentation on file. The Director will conduct monthly audits of all personnel files to ensure ongoing compliance with CPSL and DHS regulations. Documentation of all required clearances, requests for clearances, disclosure statements, and completed clearance results will be maintained in each employee's personnel file as required by regulation. Ongoing monitoring and file reviews will ensure continued compliance with Chapter 3490 and all applicable CPSL requirements. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #3 was classified as an assistant group supervisor. There was a high school diploma on file for Facility Person #3 but no documentation of any child care experience. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Person #3 will be re-classified as an aide until we have documentation of 2 years of experience on file. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: Room #1 There was a power strip plugged into the wall near the floor and an extension cord plugged into the power strip. There was an uncovered outlet on the power strip and one on the extension cord. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The outlet was covered immediately when found. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There was a sunscreen in an unlocked desk drawer in Room #4. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon discovery of the sunscreen in an accessible drawer, the sunscreen was immediately removed and placed in a locked cabinet that is inaccessible to children. The classroom and facility were inspected to ensure that all medications, topical products, and potentially hazardous substances were properly stored according to DHS regulations. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(a) Description: In child care spaces Noncompliance Area: There was no first aid kit in the Sensory Room. Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon identification of the citation, a fully stocked first-aid kit was immediately placed in the Sensory Room. The contents of the first-aid kit were reviewed to ensure they met facility requirements and were readily accessible to staff for emergency use. In addition, all classrooms and program areas were inspected to verify that required first-aid kits were present, properly stocked, and accessible to staff. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was damaged plaster on the wall in the second floor restroom near the mounted changing station. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon identification of the damaged paint/plaster, the affected area was immediately assessed and repaired. Any loose, peeling, or damaged paint and plaster were removed and the surface was repaired and repainted as necessary to eliminate the hazard and restore the area to a safe condition. In addition, a facility-wide inspection was conducted to identify any other areas with peeling paint, damaged paint, or damaged plaster. Any identified concerns were corrected or scheduled for immediate repair. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: There was not a handwashing sign posted at the toilet in the second floor restroom. There were no handwashing signs posted at 2 urinals in the boys restroom on the main floor. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Handwashing signs were immediately posted at the toilet in the second-floor restroom and at both urinals in the boys' restroom on the main floor. A review of all restrooms and handwashing areas throughout the facility was conducted to ensure that handwashing signs were posted in all required locations and were visible to children and staff. |
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| 2026-05-19 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The documentation of smoke detector testing dates shows testing occurred on 12/8/25, then 1/8/26, more than 30 days apart. The testing also exceeded 30 days when, according to the log, occurred on 3/4/26 then next on 4/8/26. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Upon notification of the citation, the facility's smoke detector testing records were reviewed. The smoke detectors are tested monthly; however, documentation indicated that testing was conducted outside of the required 30-day timeframe on two occasions. The smoke detectors were tested immediately, and the testing log was updated to reflect current compliance. |
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| 2026-02-13 | Change in Location Capacity | Change in Location Capacity | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: THIRD CITATION; PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 10/1/25 AND 10/3/25: At approximately 3:50 PM on 1/30/26, Facility Person #1, classified as a volunteer as per the operator's statement, was observed unsupervised caring for children. Facility Person #1 was observed retrieving two children from a room on the second floor and walking them downstairs to the main level where staff state the children were to be picked up by a separate transportation entity. There were no other staff persons present with Facility Person #1 to supervise the children. 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. THIS PORTION OF THE PLAN SHALL HAVE AN IMMEDIATE CORRECTION DATE 2. The operator shall ensure all facility staff persons complete an in-person training, coordinated through the Early Learning Resource Center, regarding appropriate supervision of children. The training documentation issued by the training entity, to include the training title, date and the names of attendees, shall be retained on file and forwarded to the certification representative upon completion. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED 3. The operator shall develop and implement a supervision policy detailing facility procedures and processes to ensure regulatory compliance with supervision regulations. The policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following topics: supervision regulations and definition as per Chapter 3270, the proper supervision and appropriate duties of volunteers, processes for completion of tasks outside of the classroom such as retrieving supplies and answering the door while maintaining supervision of children, supervision of children using the restroom, and supervision of children during transitions between activities and spaces. The policy shall be submitted to the certification representative for approval. Once approval is received, the policy shall be shared with each facility person. Each facility person shall sign an acknowledgement of the policy, to be retained on file and submitted to the certification representative. The supervision policy shall be included in the staff handbook/resource material for staff. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED 4. The operator shall conduct three monthly meetings with all staff for a period of three consecutive calendar months. One agenda item at each meeting shall be related to the proper supervision of children, allowing staff to ask questions, discuss challenges, and provide and receive feedback regarding the supervision of children. The agenda topics, meeting date, and attendees for each meeting shall be documented, retained on file, and submitted to the certification representative after each meeting. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider's Plan of Correction -- Tier 1 (Immediate Correction) Effective immediately on 1/30/2026, the following corrective actions were implemented: 1. Volunteers are not permitted to independently retrieve, transport, supervise, or be left alone with children under any circumstances. Staff #1 Removed until proper clearances are on file. 2. All child transitions (including dismissal to transportation entities) must be conducted by a qualified staff person. 3. A written directive was issued to all staff and volunteers on 2/2/2026 clarifying that children must be supervised by a staff person at all times, including during transitions and dismissal. 4. The Director conducted an emergency staff meeting on 2/2/2026 to review supervision regulations and clarify staff versus volunteer roles. Immediate Correction Date: 1/30/2026 Follow up : 2/2/26 ________________________________________ Tier 2 -- Mandatory In-Person Supervision Training Provider's Plan of Correction -- Tier 2 The operator will coordinate required in-person supervision training through the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC). Actions: 1. ELRC scheduled training for required in-person supervision training 3/12/25 2. Ensure all facility staff persons attend the required training. 3. Collect official documentation including: o Training title o Training date o Names of attendees 4. Retain documentation in staff files. 5. Submit documentation to the certification representative upon completion. Date Training Will Be Completed By: 3/12/2026 ________________________________________ Tier 3 -- Development & Implementation of Supervision Policy Provider's Plan of Correction -- Tier 3 The operator will develop and implement a comprehensive written supervision policy that includes: · Definition of supervision per Chapter 3270 · Clarification of staff vs. volunteer roles and responsibilities · Volunteer supervision restrictions · Procedures for answering doors while maintaining classroom supervision · Procedures for retrieving supplies without leaving children unsupervised · Supervision during restroom use · Supervision during transitions between rooms, floors, and outdoor spaces · Supervision during dismissal and transfer to transportation entities Actions: 1. Draft supervision policy by 3/16/26 2. Submit policy to certification representative for review and approval. 3. Upon approval, distribute policy to all facility persons. 4. Obtain signed acknowledgment forms from each staff person. 5. Place signed acknowledgments in personnel files. 6. Incorporate supervision policy into staff handbook/resource materials. Date Policy Will Be Completed & Implemented By: 3/16/2026 ________________________________________ Tier 4 -- Three Consecutive Monthly Supervision Meetings Provider's Plan of Correction -- Tier 4 The operator will conduct three monthly staff meetings focused on proper supervision. Each meeting will include: · One formal agenda item dedicated to supervision · Open discussion of supervision challenges · Review of supervision expectations and best practices · Staff Q&A and feedback Documentation will include: · Meeting date · Agenda · Names of attendees · Summary of discussion Documentation will be retained on file and submitted to the certification representative following each meeting. Planned Meeting Schedule: · Meeting 1: 3/12/2026 · Meeting 2: 4/14/2026 · Meeting 3: 5/12/2026 Final Meeting Completion Date: 5/12/2026 Staff #1 Removed until proper clearances are on file. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: THIRD CITATION; PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 10/1/25 AND 10/3/25: At approximately 3:50 PM on 1/30/26, Facility Person #1, classified as a volunteer as per the operator's statement, was observed unsupervised caring for children. Facility Person #1 was observed retrieving two children from a room on the second floor and walking them downstairs to the main level where staff state the children were to be picked up by a separate transportation entity. There were no other staff persons present with Facility Person #1 to supervise the children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Immediate Correction Effective immediately on 1/30/2026: Facility Person #1 was removed from any independent supervision or child care duties. Only qualified staff members are now assigned responsibility for specific children, including during transitions, dismissal, and excursions. Staff were instructed that volunteers may not supervise children or be assigned a group without the physical presence of a qualified staff person. Children are now under direct supervision of a staff member at all times, with each staff person assigned a specific group of children whose names and whereabouts they must know. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There was an open tote of medical supplies, including children's medication (acetaminophen, ibuprofen), on a chair in the hallway outside of the entrance to the second floor room in which children were receiving care. The medications were not labeled with a name of a child for whom they were intended. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately on 1/30/2026: All medications were removed from the hallway and secured in a locked medication cabinet. Medications without child-specific labeling were not administered and will not be used until properly labeled. Staff were directed that medications may only be stored in a secure area and must always be labeled with: The child's full name The name of the medication Dosage and administration instructions (if applicable) Any staff administering medication were retrained immediately on proper labeling and administration procedures. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.133(4) - Locked | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(4) Description: Locked Noncompliance Area: There was an open tote of medical supplies, including children's medication (acetaminophen, ibuprofen), on a chair in the hallway outside of the entrance to the second floor room in which children were receiving care. The medications were in reach of children. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately on 1/30/2026: All medications were removed from the hallway and placed in a locked storage cabinet that is out of reach of children. Staff were immediately retrained on proper storage procedures for all medications. Any medications that were previously accessible to children are now secured, and the area was verified to be inaccessible to children. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: There was no health assessment on file for Facility Person #1, observed caring for children. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately on 1/30/2026: Facility Person #1 was removed from direct care duties until a valid health assessment is obtained. The Director contacted a licensed healthcare provider to schedule an immediate health assessment, including TB testing as required. Facility Person #1 will not resume direct care or food preparation duties until a completed health assessment report is received and filed. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; PERVIOUSLY CITED ON 10/1/25: On 1/30/26, Facility Person #1, classified as a volunteer as per the operator's statement, was observed unsupervised caring for children. There was no FBI clearance or NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #1. The criminal history and child abuse clearances on file were volunteer versions of the clearances. The signed disclosure statement on file was not the current version of the form. 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 serve in a volunteer or child care staff position at the facility without all appropriate completed clearances required for the classification. THIS PORTION OF THE PLAN SHALL HAVE AN IMMEDIATE CORRECTION DATE 2 The operator shall develop a staff file checklist to assist in ensuring all documents, including clearances and/or a clearance application, required at hire for facility persons, are present upon their start date when required, and received timely if required after their start date. The checklist shall also assist in ensuring that documents that are required to be updated are done so timely, and that staff are meeting ongoing regulatory requirements, including training requirements. The operator shall submit the checklist to the certification representative for review within 2 weeks of submitting the plan of correction. Once the checklist has been approved, the operator will begin using the document for all newly hired and existing staff and facility persons. The checklists shall be filed in the facility person's file and may be monitored during on-site unannounced monitoring visits conducted by the Department. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately on 1/30/2026, the following corrective actions were implemented: Facility Person #1 was immediately removed from all volunteer and child care duties pending receipt of appropriate completed clearances required under CPSL for their classification. Facility Person #1 will not serve in any volunteer or staff capacity until the following are obtained and verified: Pennsylvania Criminal History Clearance (appropriate classification) Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (appropriate classification) FBI Fingerprint Clearance National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) verification Current CPSL Disclosure Statement All existing staff and volunteer files were reviewed on 1/31/2026 to verify presence of: Completed clearance results Copies of clearance applications (if applicable) Current disclosure statements Correct classification (volunteer vs. employee) Any discrepancies identified during the audit were immediately addressed. Immediate Correction Date: 1/30/2026 Tier 2 -- Development and Implementation of Staff File Checklist Provider's Plan of Correction -- Tier 2 To ensure ongoing compliance with CPSL and Chapter 3490 requirements, the operator will develop and implement a comprehensive Staff File Checklist. The checklist will include verification of: PA Criminal History Clearance (correct classification) PA Child Abuse Clearance (correct classification) FBI Fingerprint Clearance (when required) NSOR verification documentation Current CPSL Disclosure Statement Health assessment documentation Mandated Reporter training Required preservice and ongoing professional development Clearance renewal tracking dates Documentation required at hire vs. within 90 days (where applicable) Actions: Draft staff file checklist by 2/10/2026. Submit checklist to certification representative for review within 2 weeks of submitting this Plan of Correction. Upon approval, implement checklist for: All newly hired staff and volunteers All existing facility persons Place completed checklist in each facility person's file. Utilize checklist during internal quarterly audits to ensure compliance. Maintain checklist documentation for review during unannounced monitoring visits. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(a) - Each staff person meets quals | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a) Description: Each staff person meets quals Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #1, classified as a volunteer as per the operator's statement, was observed unsupervised caring for children. Facility Person #1 was observed retrieving two children from a room on the second floor and walking them downstairs to the main level where staff state the children were to be picked up by a separate transportation entity. Facility Person #1 was performing duties of an assistant group supervisor without meeting one of the applicable staff qualifications for the classification. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Immediate Correction Effective 1/30/2026, Facility Person #1 was immediately removed from performing any duties requiring staff qualification, including but not limited to: Independent supervision of children Transporting children between floors or areas Assisting with dismissal or transition procedures Performing Assistant Group Supervisor responsibilities Facility Person #1 will not perform duties of an Assistant Group Supervisor or any staff position unless and until they meet one of the applicable qualification requirements under 55 PA Code Chapter 3270. All staff were verbally notified on 1/30/2026 that: Volunteers may not perform duties of qualified staff. Volunteers may not supervise children independently. Only qualified staff may perform responsibilities associated with Assistant Group Supervisor, Group Supervisor, or Director classifications |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(c) - Supervised volunteer | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(c) Description: Supervised volunteer Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #1, classified as a volunteer as per the operator's statement, was observed unsupervised caring for children. Facility Person #1 was observed retrieving two children from a room on the second floor and walking them downstairs to the main level where staff state the children were to be picked up by a separate transportation entity. Correction Required: A volunteer shall be supervised by a staff person who is qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Immediate Correction Effective 1/30/2026, the following corrective actions were implemented: Facility Person #1 was immediately directed to cease independent interaction and supervision of children. Volunteers are no longer permitted to retrieve children, transport children between floors, assist with dismissal, or perform any child care duties unless directly supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an Assistant Group Supervisor. A qualified staff person has been assigned to oversee all volunteer activities at all times. All staff were verbally notified on 1/30/2026 that volunteers must remain within sight and sound supervision of a qualified staff person at all times. |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: THIRD CITATION; PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 10/1/25 AND 10/3/25: At approximately 3:50 PM on 1/30/26, Facility Person #1, classified as a volunteer as per the operator's statement, was observed unsupervised caring for children. Facility Person #1 was observed retrieving two children from a room on the second floor and walking them downstairs to the main level where staff state the children were to be picked up by a separate transportation entity. There were no other staff persons present with Facility Person #1 to supervise the children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately on 1/30/2026, the following actions were taken: Facility Person #1 was immediately removed from any supervisory or transition-related responsibilities. Volunteers are no longer permitted to transport, retrieve, dismiss, or supervise children under any circumstances. Only qualified staff members are permitted to conduct classroom transitions and dismissal procedures. A staff coverage plan was implemented to ensure ratios are maintained at all times, including during: Transitions between floors Dismissal periods Restroom breaks Door answering Staff schedules were reviewed and adjusted on 1/31/2026 to ensure ratio compliance during peak transition times |
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| 2026-01-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.61(c) - 40 square feet wall-to-wall | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(c) Description: 40 square feet wall-to-wall Noncompliance Area: At approximately 3:45 PM, Facility Persons #2 and #3 were observed caring for 16 preschoolers in a second floor space not previously inspected, measured for an assigned maximum capacity, and included as certified child care space on the facility's Certificate of Compliance. Correction Required: Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately on the date of inspection: The second-floor space was vacated for child care use. Children were relocated to approved and certified classroom space listed on the current Certificate of Compliance. Staff were directed that no space may be used for child care unless it has been: Inspected by the Department Measured within permanent stationary partitions/walls Assigned a maximum capacity Added to the Certificate of Compliance The uncertified space will not be used for child care activities until approval is granted by the Department. |
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| 2025-10-03 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:50 PM, Facility Person #2 answered the door to the facility to allow certification representative entry to the building, and was then observed entering Room 3. Facility Person #1 was observed standing in the hallway, then entering Room 5. According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was watching the children in Rooms 3 and 5 from the hallway while Facility Person #2 answered the door. There were no other staff present in either classroom at the time to supervise the children in the classrooms. Upon returning to the classrooms, Facility Person #2 was observed supervising 11 preschoolers in Room 3, while Facility Person #1 was observed supervising 10 preschoolers in Room 5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately, each staff person is assigned responsibility for the supervision of a specific group of children and is required to be physically present in the classroom with their assigned children at all times. Staff have been instructed that supervision from hallways or outside of the classroom does not meet PA DHS supervision requirements. Procedures have been implemented to ensure that classrooms are never left without a staff person physically present, including when a staff person must leave the room to answer the facility door. The incident was reviewed with the involved staff to ensure understanding of assigned group supervision requirements. |
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| 2025-10-03 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:50 PM, Facility Person #2 answered the door to the facility to allow certification representative entry to the building, and was then observed entering Room 3. Facility Person #1 was observed standing in the hallway, then entering Room 5. According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was watching the children in Rooms 3 and 5 from the hallway while Facility Person #2 answered the door. There were no other staff present in either classroom at the time to supervise the children in the classrooms. Upon returning to the classrooms, Facility Person #2 was observed supervising 11 preschoolers in Room 3, while Facility Person #1 was observed supervising 10 preschoolers in Room 5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately, each staff person is assigned responsibility for the supervision of a specific group of children and is required to be physically present in the classroom with their assigned children at all times. Staff have been instructed that supervision from hallways or outside of the classroom does not meet PA DHS supervision requirements. Procedures have been implemented to ensure that classrooms are never left without a staff person physically present, including when a staff person must leave the room to answer the facility door. The incident was reviewed with the involved staff to ensure understanding of assigned group supervision requirements. Children will not be permitted to join another classroom to visit unless the ratio is able to be kept to a maximum of 10 or less. |
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| 2025-10-03 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: There was a certificate for completion of required health & safety training on file for Facility Person #1 dated 11/14/23. A representative from the training entity, Better Kid Care, confirmed that Facility Person #1 did not complete that specific health & safety training at any time, but did complete different required health and safety trainings on other dates. The training certificate on file was invalid. There was no documentation of completion of any other required health & safety trainings in the staff file for Facility Person #1. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The invalid Health & Safety training certificate for Facility Person #1 was immediately removed from the staff file. Facility Person #1 has completed all required DHS-approved Health & Safety Training modules. Valid certificates with valid dates for the individual were immediately printed from the Better Kids Care portal and shared with the state representative. Certificates will be obtained directly from the approved training entity and placed in the staff file as verification of training. Training was verified. |
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| 2025-10-03 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: On 10/3/25, at approximately 12:50 PM, Facility Person #2 answered the door to the facility to allow certification representative entry to the building, and was then observed entering Room 3. Facility Person #1 was observed standing in the hallway, then entering Room 5. According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 was watching the children in Rooms 3 and 5 from the hallway while Facility Person #2 answered the door. There were no other staff present in either classroom at the time to supervise the children in the classrooms. Upon returning to the classrooms, Facility Person #2 was observed supervising 11 preschoolers in Room 3, exceeding staff:child ratio requirements, while Facility Person #1 was observed supervising 10 preschoolers in Room 5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Effective immediately, children are supervised by a staff person physically present in each classroom at all times, including during transitions such as answering the facility door. Staff have been instructed that a classroom may not be left unattended for any reason. Procedures have been implemented to ensure that when one staff person must leave a classroom, another qualified staff person is present in the room before the staff person exits. The incident was reviewed with involved staff to ensure understanding of supervision requirements. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: There was no daily activity schedule posted in Room 4. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Daily schedule with times and activities were removed from the teacher binder and posted. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:49 PM, Child #7 was observed sitting on a bench in the hallway 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child was asked to reenter the classroom. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:49 PM, Child #7 was observed sitting on a bench in the hallway unsupervised. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have been assigned specific groups of children and have been instructed to maintain supervision while remaining physically present with their assigned children at all times. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: Original agreements were on file for children #1-#6. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Copies were made and placed in file. Originals were given to parent |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The health insurance policy numbers were not included on the emergency contact forms on file for children #1 and #4. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Insurance policy numbers were included on the forms. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: There was no emergency contact form in Room 3 for one of the children receiving care in that room. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The form from teh students file was copied and placed in all classroom binders. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There was Zyrtec and Albuterol in a closet in Room 4, not labeled with the name of the child for whom they were intended. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All medications are now labeled with the child's full name and stored appropriately. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.133(4) - Locked | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(4) Description: Locked Noncompliance Area: There was Zyrtec and Albuterol in a backpack on the floor in an unlocked closet in Room 4. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All medications have been secured and made inaccessible to children. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.133(6) - Written consent | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(6) Description: Written consent Noncompliance Area: There was no written parental consent to administer a child's Albuterol and Zyrtec and another child's Albuterol, Zyrtec and Epipen located in Room 4. Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Consent was filled out at pick up that day |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Facility Persons #1 and #5 were each observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Facility Person #2 cares for children unsupervised as per staff statements. These staff have not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised as follows: Facility Person #1 - no mandated reporter or required health & safety training documented; Facility Person #2 - no mandated reporter training documented; Facility Person #5 - no mandated reporter or required health & safety training documented. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, Facility Persons #1, #2 and #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Facility Persons #1, #2 and #5, they may not work in child-care positions at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility will be operated in conformity with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Conditions at the facility will not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Effective immediately, Facility Persons #1, #2, and #5 are not permitted to care for children unsupervised. Until all required pre-service trainings are completed, Facility Persons #1, #2, and #5 will be supervised at all times when interacting with children by an Adult Group Supervisor (AGS) who has completed all required pre-service trainings and meets all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If a qualified supervising staff person is not available, Facility Persons #1, #2, and #5 will not work in child-care positions at the facility. Completion of Required Pre-Service Training: The provider will ensure completion of all required pre-service trainings for Facility Persons #1, #2, and #5, including Mandated Reporter training and required Health & Safety training, as applicable. Documentation of completed training will be obtained and placed in each staff person's personnel file prior to permitting any unsupervised care. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: There were no health assessments on file for Facility Persons #5 and #6. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The teacher made appointments and had their health assessment completed. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: There were no TB test results documented and on file for Facility Persons #1 and #5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The teacher had these completed and read. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child on file for children #2 and #6. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signed parental consent for emergency medical care has been obtained for all enrolled children and placed in their files. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on file for children #2 and #6. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid has been obtained for all enrolled children and filed accordingly. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: There were no written references on file for Facility Person #4. There was one written reference each on file for Facility Person #3, #5 and #6. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Reference letters were obtained and placed in the correct files. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The certificate of compliance posted at the facility was expired. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility obtained the current, valid Certificate of Compliance and posted it immediately in a conspicuous location accessible and visible to parents, specifically in the main bulletin area, in the main hallway. Instructions on how to electronically access Pennsylvania child care regulations through the DHS/OCDEL website and contact information for the appropriate regional OCDEL Child Care Office were also posted |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(b) Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually Noncompliance Area: The most recent date documented that the emergency plan was reviewed was in June of 2024. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator has completed a full review of the facility emergency plan and documented the review, including date and signature. The reviewed plan is maintained on-site and available for inspection. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Documentation of child care training hours on file for Facility Person #4 indicate completion of 8.5 hours of acceptable training during the most recent review period (3/1/24-3/1/25) Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff were notified of their annual timeline to complete 12 hours of DHS training. All staff who had not completed the required 12 annual professional development hours have been identified. These staff have been enrolled in DHS-approved professional development courses to fulfill the remaining required hours. Upon completion, documentation will be placed in each staff member's personnel file. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of firesafety training within the previous 12 months on file for Facility Persons #3 and #4. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Immediate Action Taken- Facility Persons #3 and #4 were scheduled for and completed fire safety training conducted by a qualified fire protection professional. Documentation verifying completion of the training was obtained and placed in each individual's staff file. Steps Taken to Correct the Violation Staff files were reviewed to identify missing or expired fire safety training documentation. Fire safety training was arranged and completed for Facility Persons #3 and #4. Certificates/sign-in sheets were placed in the staff files immediately upon completion. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #6 has been employed at the facility more than 90 days. There was no documentation of completion of the required preservice health & safety training on file for Facility Person #6. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Person #6 was immediately enrolled in and completed the required preservice health and safety training. Documentation verifying completion of all required training components was obtained and placed in the staff file. Facility Person #6 did not perform duties requiring independent responsibility for children until the preservice health and safety training was completed and documented. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: There was no DHS FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #1. The proof of application for the FBI clearance as well the state police, child abuse, and NSOR clearances on file for Facility Person #1 was dated after their start date in child care at the facility. There was no DHS FBI or NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #2. There was no NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #5 or Facility Person #6. Facility Persons #1 and #5 were observed caring for children unsupervised. According to staff statements, Facility Person #2 cares for children unsupervised. Correction Required: 1.The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 Persons #1, #2, #5 and #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed clearances on file. THIS PORTION OF THE PLAN SHALL HAVE AN IMMEDIATE CORRECTION DATE 2.The director/operator and any administrative staff with staff file access shall complete a technical assistance program through the ELRC regarding business practices as they relate to the development and maintenance of staff files, to ensure regulatory compliance, including compliance with the Child Protective Service Law. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1.Effective Immediately, 10/1/25: Facility Persons #1, #2, #5, and #6 were immediately removed from all interaction with children at the facility due to incomplete CPSL clearance documentation. #5 Has not worker since 10/1/25 and has been removed from our staff. The remaining staff members did not return to any child care position until all required documentation was obtained and placed on file. The facility obtained and placed in each applicable staff file: A copy of the request for Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Record A copy of the request for Child Abuse Registry Clearance A copy of the disclosure statement A copy of the completed clearance results required under the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) All required CPSL documentation is now complete and maintained in the respective facility person's record. Correction Date for Tier #1: 10/1/25 2. ELRC Technical Assistance Program -- Staff File Compliance Jamie Matson and Julie Buckner have access to staff files. Jamie completed a technical assistance program through the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) regarding business practices as they relate to the development and maintenance of staff files to ensure regulatory compliance, including compliance with the Child Protective Services Law. We also created our own check list for new hires and current employees in order to follow proper procedures in orer to ensure no one is caring for children without proper an updated clearances prior to working with children. This technical assistance program adressed: Proper documentation and retention of CPSL clearances Required components of staff files under CPSL Monitoring systems to ensure clearances are obtained prior to employment in a child care position Ongoing review procedures to maintain regulatory compliance The Director/Operator and administrative personnel responsible for maintaining staff files will complete this technical assistance program by 2/5/26. Correction Date for Tier #2: 2/5/26 |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Facility Person #2 was classified as a Group Supervisor without documentation of the required education on file for the classification. Facility Person #5 was classified as an Assistant Group Supervisor without documentation of education or child care experience on file. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Little Explorers reviewed the classifications of Facility Persons #2 and #5. Both individuals were removed from duties requiring the Group Supervisor or Assistant Group Supervisor classification until appropriate documentation verifying qualifications was obtained and placed on file, or until duties were reassigned consistent with documented qualifications. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: There were no staff evaluations on file for Facility Persons #3 and #4. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Evaluations were completed for facility persons 3 and 4. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.51 - Similar Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.51 Description: Similar Age Level Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:49 PM, Child #7 was observed sitting on a bench in the hallway unsupervised. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staffing schedules have been adjusted to ensure compliance with required staff:child ratios at all times. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(b) Description: Inaccessible to children Noncompliance Area: There was a first aid kit in Room 4 on a backpack on the floor in an unlocked closet. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Backpack was removed from the floor and hung high where the children cannot access the first aid kit. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was a small area of damaged plaster on the wall under the window in the Library. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plaster was sanded to ensure no loose plaster. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of a fire drill at the facility conducted between 3/15/25 and the date the program closed for the summer (5/31/25). Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The designee responsible for monthly fire drills was made aware of this violations and the correction was reviewed and monlthy reminders set. |
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| 2025-10-01 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of any smoke detector testing, required to be completed at least every 30 days, between 3/15/25 and the date the program closed for the summer (5/31/2025). Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All smoke detectors have been tested and documented in accordance with PA DHS regulations. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: There were no daily schedules posted in Rooms 1 and 4. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Daily schedules were posted in Rooms 1 and 4. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(c) Description: Safe routes posted Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: The pick up and drop off information was not posted at the facility. Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) PIck up and drop off information was updated and posted in front area for parents. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: There was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care on file for child #1. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We obtained signed parental consent for emergency medical care for child #1. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: There was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. on file for child #1. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We had the parent sign the consent for administration of minor first aid for this child. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: There were no written nonfamily references on file for Facility Person #3. There was on written nonfamily reference on file each for Facility Personas#1 and and #2. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We now have the required reference letters for each of these staff. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: There was no documentation of completed required health & safety training on file for Facility Person #1, employed at the facility more than 90 days. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will obtain documentation of health & safety training for Facility Person #1. |
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| 2025-03-11 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 12/13/24: Documentation of smoke detector testing indicates testing occurred on 1/15/25 then again on 2/18/25, more than 30 days apart. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We are current with our smoke detector testing. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: There was a playhouse in Room 1 with a screw protruding from the surface. There were two cracked plastic storage bins in the Art Room. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The screw was removed and the bins were replaced. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: Many of the sleeping bags throughout the facility, used as rest equipment for the children, were not labeled with the names of the children for whom their use is intended. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Names were added when necessary. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: There were no daily schedules posted in Rooms 1 and 4. Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Daily schedules were added to the boards. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: The admission date was not specified on the agreement on file for child # 4. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Admission date was updated. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: The agreements on file for children #1-#5 were the originals. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Copies were made and originals were sent to the parents. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The health insurance policy number was not included on the emergency contact form on file for child #3. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) insurance number was added. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms on file for children #1-#4 did not include the addresses of all release persons listed. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Release persons addresses were added. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: There were no emergency contact forms in the gym for the children receiving care in that space. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Binders including emergency contact forms for the children will travel with the classes when classes move into other educational spaces. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have a medical emergency transportation plan posted in the child care or play spaces. Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medical emergency transporation plan was posted immediately after it was brought to our attention. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)(3) - Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)(3) Description: Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for child #4, a preschooler, was not dated. Correction Required: The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent provided updated dated health assessment form |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.133(4) - Locked | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(4) Description: Locked Noncompliance Area: There were cough drops in an unlocked desk drawer in Room 1. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Cough drops removed. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Facility Persons #1 and #3 did not have documentation of completion of approved pediatric first aid & CPR training or required health & safety training on file. Facility Person #2 and #4 did not have documentation of completion of approved pediatric first aid & CPR training on file. Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 were observed caring for children unsupervised. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff persons #1-#4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #1-#4, staff persons #1-#4- may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation was printed and added to files. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: There was no health assessment/Tb test on file for Facility Person #1. The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #3 was completed after their start 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person1 did not return to work. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(c) Description: Safe routes posted Noncompliance Area: The pick up and drop off information was not posted at the facility. Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Posted pick up and drop off information. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care on file for child #1. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signed |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: There was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. on file for child #1. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signatures were collected. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: There were no written nonfamily references on file for Facility Persons #1 - #5. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We obtained reference letters for Facility Persons #2-#5. Facility Person #1 no longer works at the facility. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The following hazards were observed: sharp adult scissors on a desk/table in Rooms 1 and 3; a paper cutter in a low, unlocked cabinet in Room 3; small screwdrivers in unlocked desk drawers in Rooms 3 and 4. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items were removed and locks were added to storage for such items. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: The information on how to access the regulations in this chapter and instructions for contacting the regional child care office was not posted/shared with parents. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Posted the information for parents to access online. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of initial emergency plan training on file for Facility Persons #2- #6. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency plan training verification was signed. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of completed required health & safety training on file for Facility Person #3, employed at the facility more than 90 days. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health and safety training completed, and documentation was added to the file. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of completed acceptable pediatric first aid & CPR training on file for Facility Persons #2, #3 and #4 employed at the facility more than 90 days. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation of approved pediatric first aid & CPR training for these staff were printed and placed in files. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: There were no FBI or NSOR clearances, or proof of application for these clearances, on file for Facility Person #1. There was no NSOR clearance on file for Facility Persons #2, #3 and #5. Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, and #5 were observed caring for children unsupervised. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 Persons #1, #2, #3 and #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed clearances on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Teachers did not work with children until competed clearances were in their files. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of the required education and/or child care experience on file for the staff classifications designated for Facility Persons #1 and #3 (assistant group supervisors) and Facility Persons #2, #4 and #5 (group supervisors). Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility Person #1 never returned to work. Facility Person #4 is no longer employed at the facility. We will change Facility Person #3 to a volunteer until we have their high school diploma. We have obtained documentation of education for Facility Person #2 and have reclassified them as an assistant group supervisor. Facility Person #5 has a high school diploma on file and we have documented her child care experience at the facility to meet the AGS qualifications and she will be reclassified. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: The following toxics were accessible to children: Room 1 - Clorox wipes in an unlocked closet; Room 3 - sanitizing wipes, hand sanitizer, sunscreen in a low unlocked cabinet and deodorant in an unlocked desk drawer; Art Room - disinfectant wipes on a shelf in reach of 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Chemicals were removed and the locks were placed on cabinets and drawers to prevent any further danger. |
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| 2024-12-13 | Renewal | 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(e) Description: Arts and crafts non-toxic Noncompliance Area: There was Modge Podge on a shelf in the Art Room and there were bingo daubers in a cabinet in Room 3 labeled "keep out reach of children." Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) TOXIC materials of any kind were removed. |
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