Little Sprouts Child Care Llc - Barnesville PA Family Child Care

83 Crest St , BARNESVILLE PA 18214
(570) 467-3302

About the Provider

Description: Little Sprouts Child Care Llc is a Family Child Care in BARNESVILLE PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00155324
  • Capacity: 12
  • State Rating: 1
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Schools Served: Mahanoy Area - Serviced by school bus
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 13
  • District Office Phone: (484) 651-8000 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-10-25 Renewal 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 has an emergency contact form and fee agreement on file that have not been updated within the last 6 months

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will have parent update and sign the emergency contact form and fee agreement. Will make sure forms are updated every 6 months.
2019-10-25 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 is missing two written references from file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
References were misplaced. Will get two references for facility person #1 and place in file. Will keep in file so they do not get misplaced.
2019-10-25 Renewal 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 is a volunteer but does not have a PA criminal clearance on file. The FBI clearance is not needed as she has resided in the state for over 5 years. Facility person #1 has a current child abuse clearance on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not volunteer at the facility until the PA criminal clearance is on file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A PA criminal clearance was on file for facility person #1 but it was misplaced. Will find the clearance or send for a new one today. Facility person #1 will not volunteer until the clearance has been received.
2019-10-25 Renewal 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There is a container of diaper cream and Vaseline accessible on the bathroom shelf near the sink

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will move these items immediately to an area that is out of reach of children. Will keep all toxics out of reach of children.
2019-01-17 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3)/3280.124(b)(6) - Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child files #1 and 2 are missing the work information of the parents and child #3 is missing the health insurance policy information on the emergency contact forms

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. 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.)
Will make sure parents complete all sections of the emergency contact form. Will have parents complete the work information for child #1 and 2. Will make sure the parent for child #3 completes the health insurance information on the emergency contact forms. Will double check files in future to verify all sections are completed
2019-01-17 Renewal 3280.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 is missing written parental permission for the administration of minor 1st aid procedures on the emergency contact form

Correction Required: A child's record must 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.)
Will make sure parents complete all sections of the emergency contact form. Will have parent sign for written permission of first-aid. Will double check files in future to verify all sections are completed.
2018-08-06 Initial review 3280.151(a)/3280.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 does not have a physical and TB test on file that is less than a year old

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have appointment to get a physical and TB test completed today. Will make sure physicals and TB tests are completed on time. Will send a copy of physical and TB results to the Regional Day Care Office.
2018-08-06 Initial review 3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 does not have written parental consent for receiving emergency medical care or for the administration of minor first aid procedures on file

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child's record must 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.)
Will have the parent sign for child #1 to receive emergency medical care and for the administration of minor 1st aid procedures. Will make sure this information is completed for all children.
2018-08-06 Initial review 3280.192(2)(ii)/3280.192(5) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person #1 does not have two written references on file and is also missing verification of having received a high school diploma

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.A facility person's record shall include 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.)
Have two references and proof of high school diploma in file from prior facility. Will get copies from old file and will email to Regional Office. Will make sure this information is on file.
2018-08-06 Initial review 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There are some products in the bathroom medicine cabinet and in the cabinet under the sink that have labels that read "keep out of reach f children, i.e. toiletries, mouth wash and health products

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will move these items to another area where children do not have access to them. Will keep all toxics out of reach of children.

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