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Miles Of Smiles Learning Academy

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
2701 Ash St, Philadelphia, PA 19137
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Capacity
20 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
2

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📞 (267) 348-7889
2701 Ash St
Philadelphia, PA 19137
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Active License
License Number
CER-00248123
License Issued
Nov 24, 2025
Active Through
Nov 24, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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MILES OF SMILES LEARNING ACADEMY is a Child Care Center in PHILADELPHIA PA, with a maximum capacity of 20 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Saturday - Sunday, 12:00 AM - 12:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday 12:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Sunday 12:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-13 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: During the complaint investigation on 5/13/26, staff person #1 admitted to yelling at child #1 in a harsh manner.

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.)
Director spoke with Staff about talking to children in a positive manner. Staff completed the "Communicate effectively with children training"
2025-10-23 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, child #1 did not identify the health insurance coverage on the emergency contact information.

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.)
The parent updated the emergency contact form with insurance information.
2025-10-23 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25: 1. Child # 2 did not have a month date and year to verify if the agreement was updated within the last 6-months. 2. Child # 3 had an agreement dated 10/28/24 indicating it was not updated within the last 6-month.

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.)
The agreement for child #2 was updated and put in file. The agreement for child #3 was updated and put in file.
2025-10-23 Renewal 3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) - Name, address, and phone/Age Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)

Description: Name, address, and phone/Age

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, staff person #1 did not have any information on file to verify name, address, telephone number and age.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider requested a copy of staff's ID for file and did not recieve it. Staff person #1 is not permitted to volunteer.
2025-10-23 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, staff person #1 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on 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.)
The provider requested the required documentation and staff person #1 has not submitted the documents. Staff person #1 is no longer permitted to volunteer.
2025-10-23 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, staff person # 2 did not have emergency plan training completed for 2025.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider completed emergency plan training with staff person #2.
2025-10-23 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: During the renewal inspection on 10/23/25, staff person #1, did not have a DHS FBI Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, or an NSOR Certificate 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 work in a childcare 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. 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 childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The clearances were requested from the staff person, but the staff person did not submit the required documents. Staff will no longer work in the facility until the 3 clearances have been completed. The clearances were requested
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/2/24, the highchair had a torn cushion and was in poor repair.

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.)
Operator removed high chair from facility
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/2/24, child #1 had an agreement dated 3/27/23. Agreements must be updated/reviewed and signed by the provider and the parent every 6 months.

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.)
Operator updated form by having parent review, sign and date operating agreement
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/2/24, emergency contact information was not present in the childcare space while the children were receiving care.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator updated a physical Emergency contact binder with all students
2024-10-02 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 10/2/24, there was a full unlabeled bottle at the facility.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff labeled the unlabeled bottle on site
2024-10-02 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: During the renewal inspection on 10/2/24, staff person #1 did not have National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) or 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 work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director had staff re submit NSOR application. We are currently still waiting for results. We currently have the results for the Child Abuse Clearance
2023-12-12 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/12/23, the agreement for child #1 was not updated within the last 6-months.

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.)
Director will ensure parent update agreement form for child #1
2023-12-12 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/12/23, child #1 had emergency contact information dated 5/20/21, and child #2 dated 5/22/23. Both were not updated in the required 6-month period.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will ensure parents update required documents
2023-12-12 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/12/23, staff person #1 only had 10 hours of annual clock hours of childcare training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 has completed 13 hours of annual training.
2023-01-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 1/9/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter.

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 physical was submitted 1/16/23.
2023-01-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced inspection on 1/9/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include acceptable verification of education for an AGS.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 will submit proof of education by 3/10/23.
2023-01-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance was observed on 1/9/23, that the records of staff person #1 did not include acceptable Fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Fire safety training was a verified online only training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 completed fire safety training on 2/9/23
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that a toddler was asleep in the pack n play and staff person #3 was in another childcare space with another child and was unable to see and assess the child in the pack n play due to the barrier separating the childcare spaces.

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 remove divider in order to supervise child
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, It was observed that the records of child #4 did not include the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

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.)
Followed up with parent of child #4 to obtain the policy number
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of child #3 did not include the release person's address for one of the individuals 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.)
Director followed up with parent of child #3 to obtain the emergency contact information of the designated pick up person
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.131(e)(4) - Annual immunization reporting to DOH Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(4)

Description: Annual immunization reporting to DOH

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3, and child #4 did not include an update influenza vaccine or exemption letter in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77. Vaccines dated 3/4/2021, 10/28/20, and 10/14/19 respectively.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director created Influenza vaccine exemption form for parents to complete
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 is no longer employed with Miles of Smiles Learning Academy effective 12/8/22
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. The records of child #1 and child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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. 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.)
Director followed up with parent of child to obtain signature for administration of First aid procedures emergency medical care
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include two 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 person #3 is no longer employed with Miles of Smiles Learning Academy effective 12/8/22.
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include 12 clock hours of childcare training

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 will complete required training hours
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 included First Aid training that did not state Pediatric in the title and the trainer could not be verified as an approved trainer. The records of staff person #2 included First Aid training that was completed online only and not an approved course. The records of staff person #3 included First Aid training though the trainer could not be verified as an approved trainer.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 is to be trained in Pediatric First Aid/CPR, however staff person #2 is now on maternity leave Staff person #1 has been verified as an approved trainer effective 12/20/22
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include Fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider completed Fire safety training and submitted document
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 12/7/22, it was observed that staff person #3, whose provisional hire period had expired, records did not contain the State Police Criminal Record and National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearances and as required by the CPSL

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 3 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 #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 is no longer employed with Miles of Smiles effective 12/8/22, therefore clearances are no longer required
2022-12-07 Renewal 3270.54(a) - Two facility persons present in facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.54(a)

Description: Two facility persons present in facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on12/7/22, it was observed that staff person #3 was alone with 2 children upon arrival at the program.

Correction Required: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Another staff person arrived at the facility to ensure there were two staff
2021-11-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that none of the cots were labeled. Upon asking staff # 1, they stated they did not know the same cots needed to be used for each child. During the follow-up visit for the renewal inspection the certification representative the some of the cots were now labeled with colors, but there wasn't a coordinating name sheet. When the representative asked staff #2 for the sheet they stated that the provider did not finish the sheet. (continued non-compliance)

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider completed a list and posted above the center with types to identify each cot.
2021-11-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative checked child # 4 file, it did not include a health assessment stating the child was free from communicable diseases. The provider emailed the certification representative and stated that child #4 was going to get an updated physical on 11.13.2021. (continued noncompliance)

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director followed up with parent to inquire about physical. Parent will send in copy of child's update physical.
2021-11-12 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: During the renewal inspection the certification representative reviewed staff # 1 files, the file did not have her FBI, state/police, child abuse, and NSOR clearances. During the follow-up for the renewal inspection the certification representative reviewed staff #1 files and the file did not consist of a state/police clearance for employment. The clearance states volunteer. (continued noncompliance)

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. 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 #1 updated the criminal clearance to say employment and not volunteer.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that none of the cots were labeled. Upon asking staff # 1, they stated they did not know the same cots needed to be used for each child.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider labeled all cots with name stickers.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5)/3270.123(a)(6) - Designated release persons/Admission date Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)/3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Designated release persons/Admission date

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed child #1 was missing the admission date, child # 3 was missing the admission date, and child #5 was missing release persons information on the childcare agreement.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider completed childcare agreement with the missing information.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative asked staff 3 if the parents received the original copies of the agreement and she replied no. The originals were in the office's file.

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.)
Provider created a signature sheet for the parents which states : I have received a copy of the agreement along with the original form". Center will keep a copy.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3) - Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative checked child # 3 emergency contact form and it did not have the physician's number and it was missing the enrolling parent's work address and phone number. Child # 4 emergency contact form was missing the enrolling work address and phone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider informed parent to fill in missing sections.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6) - Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed the policy number, insurance name, or information on the disability was missing on child # 2 emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.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.)
Provider informed parent to complete required missing information along with child's insurance card.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative checked child # 2 file, it did not contain the address of the release persons.

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.)
Provider informed parent to complete required missing information.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative asked for the emergency contact forms for the childcare room. The provider stated they did not have emergency contact information within the childcare 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider created two binders for contact forms to put in classroom and bookbag for trips.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.124(d) - Excursions Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(d)

Description: Excursions

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative asked the staff for the children's emergency contact forms, staff #2 stated they did not have emergency contact forms to take with them to the playground.

Correction Required: When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider created binder for contact forms to put in bookbag to take with staff on the playground.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease/Free from contagious/communicable disease Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(7)

Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease/Free from contagious/communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative checked child # 4 file, it did not include a health assessment stating the child was free from communicable diseases.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider informed parent to follow up with doctor to state child is free from communicable diseases.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative reviewed staff # 1 files, the file did not have her FBI, state/police, child abuse, and NSOR clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2- 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 #2-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff was sent home to work on obtaining the remaining documents
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.35(b)(4) - Associate's, 30 + 3 yrs Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.35(b)(4)

Description: Associate's, 30 + 3 yrs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative reviewed the staff #1 file, she was designated as the group supervisor, but she did not qualify.

Correction Required: A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider has changed staff #1 title to AGS
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed the soap sitting on the sink in the children's bathroom. The soap instructions read "Keep out of reach of children". (Implemented on site)

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.)
Staff #3 moved the soap onto a higher ledge, out of the reach of the children.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative asked staff #3 for the fire drill logs and she did not have any logs.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will conduct a fire drill on 10.26.21 and complete the fire drill log.
2021-10-14 Renewal 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)

Description: Devices must be compliant

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested the proof of purchase for the fire system. Staff #3 stated she did not have proof of purchase. (Implemented on site)

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)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3 wrote a letter stating the fire alarm system was on the premises when she obtained occupancy.

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