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Maybrook Hills Daycare Llc

Altoona, PA · Blair County
301 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602
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Quick Facts

Capacity
45 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (814) 944-0845
301 Valley View Blvd
Altoona, PA 16602
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00260411
License Issued
Sep 10, 2026
Active Through
Sep 10, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 6

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MAYBROOK HILLS DAYCARE LLC is a Child Care Center in ALTOONA PA, with a maximum capacity of 45 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-16 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: A clear bottle that contained a clear liquid that lacked a label that specified the contents was observed in the facility's pre-school room.

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 stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the date of inspection the unlabeled bottle was removed from the preschool classroom cabinet. The contents were verified, and the bottle was labeled to clearly identify its contents. Staff were reminded that all cleaning products and other toxic materials must remain in their original labeled containers or must be clearly labeled with the contents.
2025-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack the required PA state Police clearance and the NSOR clearance obtained within the past 60 months.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 had PA State Police and NSOR on file, but they had recently expired. Upon notification of the violation, new clearances were applied for following inspection. Staff person #1 did not work in the classroom until new PA State Police and NSOR clearances were obtained.
2025-12-23 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack an NSOR clearance and a PA state police clearance that was obtained within the past 60 months. This was evidenced by the most recent PA state police clearance present in the file was dated 11/6/2020 a period of 61 months and the most recent NSOR clearance was dated 10/19/2020 a period of 62 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 had PA State Police and NSOR on file, but they had recently expired. Upon notification of the violation, new clearances were applied for following inspection. Staff person #1 did not work in the classroom until new PA State Police and NSOR clearances were obtained.
2025-06-05 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have 2 square wooden tables with loose legs making the tables unsteady.

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.)
On the date of inspection, the dark brown table was removed from the classroom as it was not needed. The table located in the play kitchen area was replaced with a different table that is safe and sturdy.
2025-06-05 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 was observed to lack documentation of having an immunized status in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP or a statement exempting the child for religious or personal reasons.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On the date of Inspection, parent of Child #1 was notified of immunization status. On 8/26/25 the Parent provided a written statement exempting the child from the recommended schedule of immunizations due to personal beliefs. When received, the statement was immediately added to the child's file.
2025-06-05 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack 2 written, nonfamily references obtained prior to serving 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.)
On date of inspection, Director notified staff person #1 that referenced are still needed. References were obtained from Staff person #1 and placed in employee's personnel file.
2025-06-05 Renewal 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.67(d)

Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a trash can in their preschool room that lacked a plastic liner.

Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On date of inspection, the Lead Preschool Teacher placed a plastic liner in the trash can located in the Preschool classroom.
2025-06-05 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a pipe painted blue in the pre-school room that the paint was peeling, cracking and lifting.

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.)
On the date of inspection, maintenance was notified of pipe. On 6/6/25 pipe was repaired by maintenance. To further address the issue and prevent future concerns, a bookshelf was placed in the corner to cover the exposed pipe and securely fastened to the wall.
2025-04-04 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.19(a) - Required to report Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.19(a)

Description: Required to report

Noncompliance Area: During interviews regarding incidents that occurred during the period of December 2021 through January 2022 it was revealed that staff person #1 observed actions and behaviors of staff person #2 for approximately 18 days that would be reasonably suspicious in indicating child abuse may be occurring, but staff didn't report as mandated by the CPSL.

Correction Required: An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This incident occurred approximately 3 1/2 years ago, between the period of December 2021 to January 2022, prior to the employment of the current director. Following this incident, the center underwent leadership changes and new management was hired. Records indicate that following this incident staff person #2 was terminated. Records also indicate that the center had a minimum of 4 classroom observations by the ELRC over a 4 month period to ensure active supervision is occurring within the classroom and outside play spaces; all staff were required to take an additional 6 hour mandated report training; and prior Director reviewed regulations and policies with staff. None of the staff employed during the time of this incident are currently employed by the center. Moving forward the following was implemented: Staff are required to immediately report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse to ChildLine and to the director, as mandated by CPSL. The director conducts regular classroom observations and engages in ongoing communication with staff to ensure compliance and reporting policies. Any failure to comply with mandated reporting responsibilities or supervision protocols will result in formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Regular monthly meetings include reviews of mandated reporting responsibilities and proper supervision practices.
2025-04-04 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.19(b) - Child abuse reporting Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.19(b)

Description: Child abuse reporting

Noncompliance Area: During interviews regarding incidents that occurred during the period of December 2021 through January 2022 it was revealed that staff person #1 observed actions and behaviors of staff person #2 that would be reasonably suspicious indicators that child abuse may be occurring but didn't report immediately.

Correction Required: A facility person who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of child abuse shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This incident occurred approximately 3 1/2 years ago, between the period of December 2021 to January 2022, prior to the employment of the current director. Following this incident, the center underwent leadership changes and new management was hired. Records indicate that following this incident staff person #2 was terminated. Records also indicate that the center had a minimum of 4 classroom observations by the ELRC over a 4 month period to ensure active supervision is occurring within the classroom and outside play spaces; all staff were required to take an additional 6 hour mandated report training; and prior Director reviewed regulations and policies with staff. None of the staff employed during the time of this incident are currently employed by the center. Moving forward the following was implemented: Staff are required to immediately report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse to ChildLine and to the director, as mandated by CPSL. The director conducts regular classroom observations and engages in ongoing communication with staff to ensure compliance and reporting policies. Any failure to comply with mandated reporting responsibilities or supervision protocols will result in formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Regular monthly meetings include reviews of mandated reporting responsibilities and timelines.
2025-04-04 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.19(c) - Submit report - 48 hours Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.19(c)

Description: Submit report - 48 hours

Noncompliance Area: During interviews regarding incidents that occurred during the period of December 2021 through January 2022 it was revealed that staff person #1 observed actions and behaviors of staff person #2 during an 18-day period that would be reasonably suspicious indicators that child abuse may be occurring but didn't report within 48 hours.

Correction Required: Within 48 hours, a written report regarding the suspected child abuse shall be submitted by the operator or designated staff person to the CPS unit which has responsibility for investigating the report.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This incident occurred approximately 3 1/2 years ago, between the period of December 2021 to January 2022, prior to the employment of the current director. Following this incident, the center underwent leadership changes and new management was hired. Records indicate that following this incident staff person #2 was terminated. Records also indicate that the center had a minimum of 4 classroom observations by the ELRC over a 4 month period to ensure active supervision is occurring within the classroom and outside play spaces; all staff were required to take an additional 6 hour mandated report training; and prior Director reviewed regulations and policies with staff. None of the staff employed during the time of this incident are currently employed by the center. Moving forward the following was implemented: Staff are required to immediately report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse to ChildLine and to the director, as mandated by CPSL. The director conducts regular classroom observations and engages in ongoing communication with staff to ensure compliance and reporting policies. Any failure to comply with mandated reporting responsibilities or supervision protocols will result in formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Regular monthly meetings include reviews of mandated reporting responsibilities and timelines.
2025-04-04 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: During interviews regarding incidents that occurred during the period of December 2021 through January 2022 it was revealed that staff person #1 observed actions and behaviors of staff person #2 during an 18-day period that would be in violation of chapter 3490, and reasonably suspicious indicators that child abuse may be occurring and staff failed to comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. An acceptable safety plan was not presented to BCCYF until 1/13/2022 a period of approximately 10 days.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This incident occurred approximately 3 1/2 years ago, between the period of December 2021 to January 2022, prior to the employment of the current director. Following this incident, the center underwent leadership changes and new management was hired. Records indicate that following this incident staff person #2 was terminated. Records also indicate that the center had a minimum of 4 classroom observations by the ELRC over a 4 month period to ensure active supervision is occurring within the classroom and outside play spaces; all staff were required to take an additional 6 hour mandated report training; and prior Director reviewed regulations and policies with staff. None of the staff employed during the time of this incident are currently employed by the center. Moving forward the following was implemented: Staff are required to immediately report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse to ChildLine and to the director, as mandated by CPSL. The director conducts regular classroom observations and engages in ongoing communication with staff to ensure compliance and reporting policies. Any failure to comply with mandated reporting responsibilities or supervision protocols will result in formal disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Regular monthly meetings include reviews of mandated reporting responsibilities and proper supervision practices.
2025-04-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4 & #5 were observed to contain original agreement forms.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On 6/17/24 Director made copies of all Contract Agreements and Emergency Contact forms in child files. Copies were placed in child files and originals were returned to parents.
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #4 & #5 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that failed to include 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.)
The files of child #1, #4 and #5 were updated by parent to include the full addresses of each individual designated by parent as someone whom the child may be released to.
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.27(a)(3) - Contact when arises Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)

Description: Contact when arises

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked to provide a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan was updated to include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as an emergency situation arises. Emergency Plan and parent letter now state that, should an emergency arise, parents will be contacted via telephone and also through Class Dojo app.
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked to provide a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan was updated to include a method for facility persons to inform parents as soon as an emergency situation has ended and instructions on how to safely be reunited. Emergency Plan and parent letter now state that, once an emergency has ended, parents will be contacted via telephone and also through Class Dojo app.
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan was updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack documentation that a letter explaining the facilities emergency procedures was provided to the parent of each enrolled child.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director created letter to parents explaining the Emergency Procedures and special accommodations. Letter will be distributed to all currently enrolled families.
2024-06-14 Renewal 3270.66(d) - Toxic plants not permitted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a night shade plant growing and within access to children in the outdoor gross motor area.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On 6/14/24 Director notified maintenance of night shade plant growing in outside play area. Plant was removed on same date.
2024-05-14 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until June 6, 2024, to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will complete a PQAS approved pediatric First Aid/CPR course from a PQAS approved trainer on 6/1/24. Until course is completed Staff person #1 will be supervised by another staff member that has completed the training.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the outdoor play area water was in the kitchen center and little tikes truck bed causing unsanitary conditions. It was also observed the netting on the little tikes basketball hoop was not attached to the hoop causing a choking hazard.

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.)
Standing water in outdoor play area will be emptied and cleared out before the start of each day. Netting on basketball hoop will be attached to the hoop.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.193(a) - Confidential; stored in locked cabinet Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.193(a)

Description: Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

Noncompliance Area: It was observed on the day of inspection that the filing cupboard containing staff files and children's files were not locked nor was the door locked to the room containing the files.

Correction Required: Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will lock filing cabinet when not in use. Director will lock office door where cabinet is kept any tie she leaves the room.
2023-06-29 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the toddler area that protective receptacle covers were not placed in electrical outlets.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Electrical outlets will be covered by protective receptacle covers.
2023-06-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(4)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: It was observed on the day of inspection that staff #1 and Staff #2 did not have the required clearances in their staff file.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentation of staff files was corrected on site. HR department had files for Staff # 2 and Staff #1 was able to present emails and phone verification.
2023-06-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not have documentation of clearances on file according to CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

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 work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Documentation of staff files was corrected on site. HR department had files for Staff # 2 and Staff #1 was able to present emails and phone verification.
2022-08-11 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A cracked blue bin holding wooden blocks was observed on the shelf in the toddler area of the facility. A clear container holding cars was observed to be cracked causing rough edges, sharp corners and pinch points. In the outdoor play area a kitchen play set was observed to have a cracked piece of plastic off of the front cover exposing sharp edges.

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.)
Cracked blue bin and clear cracked bin will be replaced with new containers. Cracked drawer on the outside kitchen play set will be removed to ensure that there are no sharp edges exposed.
2022-08-11 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool room, it was observed that a cupboard approximately 6 feet tall by 2 1/2 feet wide was not secured to the wall.

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.)
Director will notify building maintenance and have them secure 6 ft. x 2.5 ft. preschool room cabinet to the classroom wall.
2022-08-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the file for Staff #1 did not include out of state clearances. Facility persons must obtain a State criminal history check, State sex offender registry check and State child abuse and neglect registry check from the State(s) in which they resided in the previous 5 years.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will request a copy of information for New York state Sex Offender Registry. Staff #1 will also send request for information from New York Statewide Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment. Submission of FBI fingerprinting from PA satisfies requirement for criminal history check as NYS participates in National Fingerprint file. Staff #1 will not work with children or be in daycare until OCFS paperwork is received.
2022-08-11 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the preschool classroom, a can of Glade on the floor beside the trash can. It was observed in both the toddler room and the preschool room beside the teachers desk open purses exposing children to toxics accessible to 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Glade can was disposed of in trash can that is inaccessible to the children. Teachers will leave purses/personal belongings in locked cabinet or closet while children are in the classroom.
2022-01-13 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.19(a) - Required to report Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.19(a)

Description: Required to report

Noncompliance Area: **Based on interviews with staff, it was found that Staff person's #2, #3 and #4 observed Staff person #1 do at least one of the following to child #1: Staff person #1 was observed by staff tripping child #1 with a toy and with staff person #1's foot when child #1 would not listen to stop running. This caused child #1 to fall causing his/her nose to bleed on at least one occasion; Staff person #1 was observed flicking child #1 in the mouth when child #1 had bitten another child in care. This caused child #1's mouth to bleed; on one occasion Staff person #1 was observed tapping child #1 on the head with Staff person #1's foot causing child #1 to hit his/her head off of a bookcase the child was sitting against; Staff person #1 was observed dropping child #1 on to a rest mat when child #1 would not go to sleep; and Staff person #1 was observed placing child #1 in a closed while staff person #1 stood outside of the closet holding the door closed so that child #1 could not exit. Staff person's #2, #3, and #4 failed to report this as suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.

Correction Required: The legal entity will arrange for all facility and staff persons to complete the 6 hour virtual in person Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training offered by PA Family Support Alliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will contact PA Family Support Alliance to set up a 6 hour virtual in person recognizing and reporting child abuse training for all staff by March 11, 2022 to be completed as soon as possible based on the Alliance's availability.
2022-01-13 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.19(a) - Required to report Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.19(a)

Description: Required to report

Noncompliance Area: *Based on interviews with staff, it was found that Staff person's #2, #3 and #4 observed Staff person #1 do at least one of the following to child #1: Staff person #1 was observed by staff tripping child #1 with a toy and with staff person #1's foot when child #1 would not listen to stop running. This caused child #1 to fall causing his/her nose to bleed on at least one occasion; Staff person #1 was observed flicking child #1 in the mouth when child #1 had bitten another child in care. This caused child #1's mouth to bleed; on one occasion Staff person #1 was observed tapping child #1 on the head with Staff person #1's foot causing child #1 to hit his/her head off of a bookcase the child was sitting against; Staff person #1 was observed dropping child #1 on to a rest mat when child #1 would not go to sleep; and Staff person #1 was observed placing child #1 in a closed while staff person #1 stood outside of the closet holding the door closed so that child #1 could not exit. Staff person's #2, #3, and #4 failed to report this as suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.

Correction Required: An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will review mandated reporter requirements with all staff by March 11, 2022 with the assistance of the previous director. A policy will be added to the employee handbook of failure to report may result in immediate termination. This policy will be reviewed with staff.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: **Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 placed child #1 in a closet on 1/6/2022 for approximately 1 minute. While child #1 was placed in the closet, Staff person #1 was not able to physically see, direct, and assess child #1 in the closet. Staff person #1 stood outside of the closet holding the door closed while child #1 was in the closet. Staff person #1 confirmed that she placed child #1 in the closet and stood outside of the closet while child #1 was inside.

Correction Required: The operator will contact ELRC 6 to arrange for Start Up TA, to come to the facility to conduct a minimum of 4 classroom observations over the period of 4 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will contact ELRC 6 by March 15, 2022 to arrange for a minimum of 4 classroom observations over a 4 month period to ensure active supervision is occurring within the classroom and outside play area.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: *Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 placed child #1 in a closet on 1/6/2022 for approximately 1 minute. While child #1 was placed in the closet, Staff person #1 was not able to physically see, direct, and assess child #1 in the closet. Staff person #1 stood outside of the closet holding the door closed while child #1 was in the closet. Staff person #1 confirmed that she placed child #1 in the closet and stood outside of the closet while child #1 was inside.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Children will be supervised by staff at all times. Staff will position themselves to be able to actively supervise the children; listening, watching, interacting, and monitoring. Staff will count/recount children when entering/exiting spaces including outdoor play spaces.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: *Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 had tripped child #1 when he/she would not listen to redirection to stop running. This caused child #1 to fall causing his/her nose to bleed on at least one occasion. Staff person #1 confirmed that he/she had placed a toy in front of child #1 to get him/her to stop running. Staff person #1 was observed by staff placing child #1 on his/her rest mat firmly from shin or waist height when child #1 would not lay on his/her rest mat during nap time. Staff person #1 confirmed placing child #1 on his/her mat firmly during nap time when child #1 would not lay on his/her mat. Staff person #1 was observed by staff flicking child #1 on his/her lip after biting another child in care. This caused child #1's mouth to bleed. Staff person #1 confirmed that he/she had flicked child #1 in the lip after biting another child in care, causing child #1's mouth to bleed. Staff person #1 was also observed by staff tapping child #1 on the head with his/her foot, causing child #1 to hit his/her head off of a bookshelf. This was neither confirmed nor denied by Staff person #1.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will review the regulation with staff, no form of physical punishment may be used with a child, including spanking a child. The director will also review Maybrook Hills Daycare policy of immediate termination if this incident were to occur and found to be true. Director will review with the employees about reporting any incidents immediately to the mandated reporter hotline then to her so immediate action may be taken. This will be completed by March 11, 2022.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: **Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 had tripped child #1 when he/she would not listen to redirection to stop running. This caused child #1 to fall causing his/her nose to bleed on at least one occasion. Staff person #1 confirmed that he/she had placed a toy in front of child #1 to get him/her to stop running. Staff person #1 was observed by staff placing child #1 on his/her rest mat firmly from shin or waist height when child #1 would not lay on his/her rest mat during nap time. Staff person #1 confirmed placing child #1 on his/her mat firmly during nap time when child #1 would not lay on his/her mat. Staff person #1 was observed by staff flicking child #1 on his/her lip after biting another child in care. This caused child #1's mouth to bleed. Staff person #1 confirmed that he/she had flicked child #1 in the lip after biting another child in care, causing child #1's mouth to bleed. Staff person #1 was also observed by staff tapping child #1 on the head with his/her foot, causing child #1 to hit his/her head off of a bookshelf. This was neither confirmed nor denied by Staff person #1.

Correction Required: The legal entity must arrange with ELRC 6 for all facility staff to receive training regarding discipline training when dealing with children with troubling behaviors.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will contact ELRC 6 by March 15, 2022 to arrange for all facility staff to receive training regarding discipline training when dealing with children with troubling behaviors.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(c)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm

Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 had tripped child #1 when he/she would not listen to redirection to stop running. This caused child #1 to fall causing his/her nose to bleed on at least one occasion. Staff person #1 confirmed that he/she had placed a toy in front of child #1 to get him/her to stop running. Staff person #1 was observed by staff placing child #1 on his/her rest mat firmly from shin or waist height when child #1 would not lay on his/her rest mat during nap time. Staff person #1 confirmed placing child #1 on his/her mat firmly during nap time when child #1 would not lay on his/her mat. Staff person #1 was observed by staff flicking child #1 on his/her lip after biting another child in care. This caused child #1's mouth to bleed. Staff person #1 confirmed that he/she had flicked child #1 in the lip after biting another child in care, causing child #1's mouth to bleed. Staff person #1 was also observed by staff tapping child #1 on the head with his/her foot, causing child #1 to hit his/her head off of a bookshelf. This was neither confirmed nor denied by staff person #1. At the time of each occasion, it was confirmed that this was done in the presence of other children in care.

Correction Required: A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will review regulation with staff; a facility person may not single out a child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or child's family. The Director will also review Maybrook Hills Daycare policy of immediate termination if this incident were to occur and found to be true. Director will review with the employees about reporting any incidents immediately to the mandated reporter hotline and then to her so immediate action may take place. This will be completed by March 11, 2022.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 would often swear at child #1 during nap time. Staff also stated that Staff person #1 would raise his/her voice and yell at child #1 as well as yell at other children in care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will review regulation with staff; a facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. The director will also review Maybrook Hills Daycare policy of immediate termination if this incident were to occur and found to be true. This will be completed by March 11, 2022.
2022-01-10 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(e) - Restraints prohibited Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(e)

Description: Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews with staff, it was verified that Staff person #1 placed child #1 in a closet on 1/6/2022 for approximately 1 minute. While child #1 was placed in the closet staff person #1 was not able to physically see, direct, and assess child #1 in the closet. Staff person #1 stood outside of the closet holding the door closed while child #1 was in the closet. Staff person #1 confirmed that she placed child #1 in the closet and stood outside of the closet while child #1 was inside.

Correction Required: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated. Director will review this regulation with staff; a facility person may not restrain a child by using ties, bonds, or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet, or locked room. The director will also review Maybrook Hills Daycare policy of immediate termination if this incident were to occur and found to be true. Director will review with the employees about reporting any incidents immediately to the mandated reporter hotline then to her. This will be completed by March 11, 2022.

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