Little Blessings Day Care - Oliver PA Child Care Center

20 MEMORY ROW LN , Oliver PA 15472
(724) 430-1444
2 Reviews

About the Provider

Description: LITTLE BLESSINGS DAY CARE is a Child Care Center in Oliver PA, with a maximum capacity of 50 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00172822
  • Capacity: 50
  • State Rating: 3
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Schools Served: Laurel Highlands - Serviced by school bus
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 4
  • District Office Phone: (724) 836-4580 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-02-13 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 contained a current service report which lacked documentation of being shared with the child's family.

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 form will be signed by the parent. Going forward, all child services reports will be signed by the parents.
2020-02-13 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, and #3 contained health reports which were not updated within the required 12 month period. All health reports on file are now current.

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.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All files now have a current health report. Going forward, parents will be reminded of due dates and health reports will be submitted on time.
2020-02-13 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate was not posted. The posted certificate expired on 5-5-19.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current certificate will be posted. In the future, a current certificate will be posted at all times.
2020-02-13 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained an evaluation that has not been updated in over 12 months. The most recent evaluation on file is dated 1-9-19.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current evaluation will be completed. A spreadsheet will be created to keep track of due dates.
2020-02-13 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, designated as an aide, lacked documentation of completing 8th grade.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain documentation that staff #2 has completed 8th grade. In the future. we will require this proof for any staff person without a HS diploma.
2020-02-13 Renewal 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A can of Barbasol shaving cream labeled keep out of reach of children was observed in the restroom cabinet. Based on statements made by staff, the cream has been used with children during art projects.

Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The shaving cream was immediately removed. Going forward, all labels will be checked prior to use with children.
2019-02-04 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, and #3 contained reviews of the children's immunized status which lacked current influenza vaccinations. The file for child #4, a 20 month old, contained a review of the child's immunized status which lacked a 3rd dose of HepB.

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.)
The shots will be discussed with the parents. If the children have received them then documentation will be obtained. If the families are strongly opposed to the shots a letter will be written and placed on file. In the future, parents will be asked about the flu shot and other shots. They will be asked to provide documentation or a letter stating they strongly oppose if applicable.
2019-02-04 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint, which was accessible to children, was observed on a storage shed in the outdoor play area.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The shed will be repainted. In the future the shed will be checked monthly for peeling paint.
2018-10-10 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A large amount of walnuts were observed in the fenced infant/toddler outdoor play area. Based on statements made by staff, the children played in the fenced area earlier that same day.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The infants and toddlers will play in the grassy area near the rear of the center while the walnuts continue to fall for the next few weeks. The walnuts will be removed before the children use the area.
2018-10-10 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.37(c) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, designated as an assistant group supervisor, did not include number of hours of child care experience required to perform the position. Based on statements made by staff, staff #1 has occasionally worked alone 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.An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will work as an aide until they obtain the required number of child care hours. In the future, staff qualifications will be reviewed at hire and staff will only work as the position they qualify for.
2018-10-10 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Two containers of ice melt and a bottle of Windex were accessible to children in an unlocked office off the preschool room. A bottle of bleach and water was observed accessible to children on a low counter in the preschool room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The door to the office was immediately locked and will remain locked. The bleach water was moved to an inaccessible area in the kitchen. All toxics will be kept inaccessible to children.
2018-10-10 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A metal plate securing two railroad ties that surround the outdoor swings was not attached to the wood leaving sharp metal spikes exposed and accessible to children.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The metal plate will be replaced or repaired. In the future, staff will check the plates and they will be replaced or repaired as needed.
2018-10-10 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The back exit of the right side infant room was blocked by a large infant bouncer seat.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The seat was moved. In the future, exits will not be blocked.
2018-02-16 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1 and staff #2 contain health assessments which do not include the results of an examination for communicable disease and no do not include physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health assessments with the required statements will be obtained for both staff. In the future, all staff health assessments will include the required statements.
2018-02-16 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, provisionally hired on 12-8-17, contained an FBI clearance completed on 1-17-18. The file lacked proof of applying for the clearance prior to their first day with children.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 has a current FBI clearance on file. All persons having direct contact with children will have proof of applying for clearances on file prior to starting.

If you are a provider and you believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

Reviews

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Nancy L Anderson Jul 21, 2023

My 2 grandsons have attended Little Blessings for a total of 5 years between them. I have been so pleased with this facility. This is a family operated business with the first priority being the safety and well-being of the children while fostering an environment of education and social/emotional development. They provide regular progress reports and are always available for any questions.

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Kelly Jun 16, 2015
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My son been with little blessings for 5 years. They are amazingly loving and caring and you can tell it is family operated. He has achieved so much. I just want to say this is a phenomenal daycare and learning center. You would have to experience it to see what I mean.

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