Little Peaches Child Development Center - Johnstown PA Child Care Center

400 KRING ST , JOHNSTOWN PA 15904
(814) 269-4225

About the Provider

Description: LITTLE PEACHES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER is a Child Care Center in JOHNSTOWN PA, with a maximum capacity of 79 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00186641
  • Capacity: 79
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Schools Served: Richland - Serviced by school bus
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 6
  • District Office Phone: (814) 623-9129 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the large blocks in the back infant room had peeling covers. Observed a book shelf in the preschool room with loose support screws.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All items listed have been repaired or secured. All items will be monitored for cleanliness and good repair.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed in the front young toddler room, a microwave sitting on top of a low refrigerator creating a fall hazard if pushed or pulled off.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The microwave has been secured and staff will monitor that all furniture is safe and secured.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1, 3, and 4 contained child service reports which were not complete and were missing the third section of what the parents can do at home to enhance their child's development.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child service reports for child number 1, 3, and 4 have been completed. All child service reports in the future will be completed appropriately.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 contained incomplete original agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children 1-7 will get their original complete agreement. In the future, copies of the agreement will be kept in the file and originals will be given to parents.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) - Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1 was did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Observed child file #3 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child files 1, and 3 have obtained appropriate signatures. All files will be monitored and be kept up to date and complete in the future.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency contact information for child file #5 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child file number 5 has obtained appropriate information. All files will be monitored and be kept up to date and complete in the future.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency contact information for child file #2 and #3 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child files number 2 and 3 have obtained appropriate information. All files will be monitored and be kept up to date and complete in the future.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #6, a young toddler, contains a most recent health assessment which is dated more than 18 months ago.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An up to date physical will be obtained for child #6. All files will be monitored and be kept up to date in the future
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #4, a preschool child, contains a most recent health assessment which is dated more than 20 months ago.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An up to date physical will be obtained for child #4. All files will be monitored and be kept up to date in the future
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #3 and #4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentation of ongoing vaccinations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP for child file #3 and #4 will be obtained unless the parent has written an exemption from the vaccine. Future immunization records will be reviewed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed the children in the older toddler room did not wash their hands prior to eating their morning snack.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will make sure children are washing hands before meal times, snacks, and after toileting.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2, 3, 4, and 5 contained incomplete initial health assessments.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2, 3, 4, and 5 will obtain completed initial health assessments. All staff files will be monitored and be kept up to date in the future
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #3 and #4 contained only one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff file 3 and 4 now contain 2 written nonfamily references. All files will be monitored and be kept up to date and complete in the future
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2 and #4 contained documentation of the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was completed more than 90 days after their initial start in a child care position. Observed staff file #3 did not contain an NSOR verification letter and did not have a copy of the application for the NSOR verification which is required for a provisional hire under the CPSL.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -3- may not work in a child care position at the facility until the NSOR verification letter is received.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff file # 3 now contains a copy of her NSOR clearance. All staff files will be monitored for up-to-date and appreciate clearances.
2019-12-04 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1, 3, and 6 did not contain documentation of two years of experience with children.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentations of 2 years of experience has been provided for staff# 1and 6. Staff #3 will be classified as an aide until the required hours of experience are obtained. All staff files will be monitored for up-to-date and appropriate documentation.

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