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Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center

Towanda, PA · Bradford County
35 Fox Chase Dr, Towanda, PA 18848
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Capacity
106 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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📞 (570) 265-5437
35 Fox Chase Dr
Towanda, PA 18848
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Active License
License Number
CER-00245258
License Issued
Oct 1, 2025
Expired
Oct 1, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 11

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Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center is a Child Care Center in TOWANDA PA, with a maximum capacity of 106 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(c)/3270.162(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm/Not withheld as discipline Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(c)/3270.162(c)

Description: No ridicule or threaten harm/Not withheld as discipline

Noncompliance Area: A complaint investigation was conducted on 7/1/26. It was determined through staff and children's interviews, that three children were singled out by staff person #1 and snacks were withheld as a form of discipline, and the children had to watch the other children in the class eat snacks during snack time.

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. Food may not be withheld from a child for purposes of discipline. Tiered LIS: 1. A staff person may not single out children 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. Food may not be withheld from a child for purposes of discipline. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. For a period of 3 months, the facility shall have no occurrences of non-compliance related to a staff person singling out children 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. For a period of 3 months, the facility shall have no occurrences of non-compliance related to a staff person withholding food from a child for purposes of discipline. The operator shall demonstrate compliance on unannounced visits over the next 3 months. This provider shall provide a date for this portion of the plan which is 3 months from the date an acceptable plan is submitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 7/1/26: A staff person may not single out children for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may no specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. Food may not be withheld from a child for purposes of discipline. 2. 11/11/26: Moppets will have no occurrences of non-compliance related to a staff person singling out children 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. Moppets will have no occurrences of non-compliance related to a staff person withholding food from a child for purposes of discipline. Moppets will demonstrate compliance on unannounced visits over the next three months.
2026-07-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: Continued Non-Compliance: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. Cert Rep observed staff person #1 to be frustrated with the PS children. Staff person #1 was screaming at the children and directing the children loudly in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 repeatedly told Cert Rep in front of the PS children, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated because they never have help." Staff person #1 yelled repeatedly for child #1, "To go to their calming house and sit." An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/12/26 with a Tier 1 correction date of 5/6/26. A complaint investigation was conducted on 7/1/26. It was determined through staff and children's interviews, staff person #1 is continually screaming at the PS children in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 was frustrated with Cert Rep's presence and continually stated, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated," this was stated in the presence of the PS children.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. Tiered LIS: 1. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The Legal Entity will update the child discipline policy to include staff responsibility to report inappropriate discipline policy and staff consequences for not following the Child discipline policy. The legal entity must submit the policy to the regional office for approval. All existing staff and new hires must be trained on the policy and sign an acknowledgment that must be kept on file. The operator must provide a correction date for when this portion of the plan will be completed. 3. For a period of 3 months, the facility shall have no occurrences of non-compliance related to staff person's not using harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. The operator shall demonstrate compliance on unannounced visits over the next 3 months. This provider shall provide a date for this portion of the plan that is 3 months from the date an acceptable plan is submitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1: 7/1/26: A facility person will not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. 2. 8/9/26: Moppets will update the discipline policy, 8.6 Discipline Policy for Students to include staff responsibility to report inappropriate discipline, and staff consequences for not following the child discipline policy. The policy has been submitted to the regional office for approval. Once approved all existing staff and new hires will be trained on the policy and sign an acknowledgment that will be kept on file. (Implemented 8/9/26) 3. 11/11/26: Moppets will have no occurrences of non-compliance related to staff persons' using harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. We will demonstrate compliance on unannounced visits.
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2 did not have a tb screening at initial hire. Staff person #3 did not receive a health assessment and tb screening at initial hire. Staff person #4's health assessment on file is dated 1/15/25. The health assessment is not within 12 months of date of hire. (SEE code sheet for DOH's).

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Tier LIS: 1. A staff 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 childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity will create a hiring checklist for what documents are required for new hires to begin working and have timeframes listed for when documents are due for all new hires. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed. The legal entity will submit the hiring checklist to the Regional office for approval. Once approved the operator will begin using the hiring checklist. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 7/15/26: Staff person #2, #3 and #4 are no longer employed at the facility. 2. 08/07/26: Moppets created a hiring checklist for what documents are required for new hires to begin working and have timeframes listed for when documents are due for all new hires. 8/9/26: It has been submitted to the Regional office for approval. Once it is approved, the Director will begin using the hiring checklist. (Implemented 8/9/26)
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2 and #3 was observed providing childcare (see code sheet for DOH). Staff person #2's file does not contain educational experience or childcare experience and does not contain two non-family references. Staff person #3's file does not contain childcare experience and does not contain two non-family references.

Correction Required: A staff person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A staff person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a staff person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 and #3 are no longer employed at the facility.
2026-07-01 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.24(a) - Immediate access Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.24(a)

Description: Immediate access

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. The director was not present, and staff could not access staff files while inspector was present. The facility had three new hires present and inspector could not review their staff files or any of the staff presents files. The director emailed partial staff files the next day.

Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director designate now knows where the key is to the staff files. Student files are always available in the filing cabinet behind the desk in the office.
2026-07-01 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: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2's staff file did not contain a disclosure statement. Cert Rep observed staff person #2 working 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. Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2's disclosure statement is now in her file. It had been misfiled.
2026-05-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. In the school age area, Cert Rep observed a plastic crib mattress on the floor with several rips and exposed stuffing coming out. The crib mattress can't be easily cleaned and is not appropriate size for school aged children to use.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The crib mattress is not being used for bedding. It is being used as a fort piece or just for jumping on by the school-agers. We have duct taped the rips.
2026-05-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. During the inspection Cert Rep observed several occasions where the PS children were not being supervised by staff person #1. During the morning bathroom break all the PS children came back into the classroom with staff person #1 and child #2 was locked in the bathroom stall unattended. Staff person #1 went back into the bathroom to get child #2 and left the preschool children unattended. During lunch, all the PS children were eating lunch in the lunch area and Cert Rep came out of another room and observed child #2 underneath a classroom table alone. Cert Rep walked child #2 back over to the lunch tables. Cert Rep observed child #1 run away from the lunch tables during lunch and ran into the main classroom into a playhouse. He could not be seen by staff person #1 or any other staff while he was in the playhouse.

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. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. This portion of the plan must have an immediate correction date. 2. For a period of 3 months, the facility shall have no occurrences of non-compliance related to supervision of children. The operator shall demonstrate compliance on unannounced visits over the next 3 months. This provider shall provide a date for this portion of the plan. 3. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff hired as of the date of the training to receive a minimum of 3 hours of PQAS-approved in person training regarding supervision. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 5/6/26: All children will be supervised at all times. 2. 8/19/26: For a period of 3 months the facility will have no occurrences of noncompliance related to supervision of children. 3. 7/16/26: The operator will send training to DHS for approval. Once approved all staff will complete approved supervision training and document will be kept in staff files. The plan is to shut down the school on the 16th of July to attend RRT training downtime as well as have the Supervision training. (Implemented 7.16.24)
2026-05-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(d) - No harsh language Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.113(d)

Description: No harsh language

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. Cert Rep observed staff person #1 to be frustrated with the PS children. Staff person #1 was screaming at the children and directing the children loudly in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 repeatedly told Cert Rep in front of the PS children, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated because they never have help." Staff person #1 yelled repeatedly for child #1, "To go to their calming house and sit."

Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. Tiered LIS: 1. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff hired as of the date of the training to receive a minimum of 2 hours of PQAS-approved live training regarding stress management for educators. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be completed. 3. The Legal Entity will establish a discipline policy that includes acceptable strategies for dealing with children's behaviors and must also address the actions that are prohibited by regulation. The legal entity must submit the policy to the regional office for approval. All existing staff and new hires must be trained on the policy and sign an acknowledgment that must be kept on file. The operator must provide a correction date for when this portion of the plan will be completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 5/6/26: No harsh, demeaning or abusive language will be used in the presence of children. (Not implemented 7/1/26). 2. 7/16/26: The operator will get DHS approval for stress management training. Once approved the operator will have all staff complete the training and documentation will be kept in staff file. The plan is to shut down the school on the 16th of July to attend RRT training downtime as well as have the stress management training. We are working with instructor to get the training complete. (Implemented 7/16/26) 3. 6/29/26: The discipline policy will be sent to the state for approval, once approved, all staff will receive training, followed by all of the staff signing off on the policy. (Implemented 6/15/26).
2026-05-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. In the main classroom there are several water damaged ceiling tiles throughout the facility. In the toddler town area in the main classroom there are several boxes, toys, items stacked up in the area, and it is creating a tipping hazard. The area is not in a state for children to receive care.

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 roof has had a chronic leaking problem for the 18 years we have been there. The landlord was contacted on May 26th regarding the ceiling tiles. No response. Again on June 2nd with no response. He has been sent a message stating if the tiles are not changed by June 29th, we will be hiring someone to do it for us and sending him the bill. In addition, he just replaced the roof (a new tenant is apparently moving in the building). Going forward, we will replace the ceiling tiles and send the bill to the landlord. Toddler Town will be picked up and organized. We will have this room organized by 7/1/26.
2026-05-06 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. The facility could not demonstrate an operable smoke detector system at this inspection because the Fire system contains a sprinkler system. Facility has a hard-wired interconnected sprinkler system and has this system tested by professionals. The operator provided last year's annual inspection report from Davis Ulmer Fire Protection dated 2/28/25. This is more than 1 year ago and is out of compliance.

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)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The landlord was contacted on May 12th for the report. No response. Asked again on May 19th. No response. Asked again on May 26th. No response. Asked again on June 2nd. No response. We believe the inspection has taken place as the school was evacuated on Friday 12 June at 2pm due to the alarm going off (during nap time). When the landlord's organization was contacted, we were told they were "working" on the system, and they would send someone to Moppets to ensure we could return to the building. I am expecting the form by June 30th. (Not implemented 7/1/26).
2025-10-09 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: On 10/9/25, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff #1 was observed providing childcare (see code sheet for DOH). The staff file does not contain proof of education.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 was able to procure her high school transcript and turned it into the office. It is now a part of her file.
2025-09-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Child(ren) #1-6's fee agreements did not contain a release person. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/11/25 with a correction date of 8/10/25. On 9/15/25, cert rep arrived at the facility and staff was unable to present child(ren) #1-6's fee agreements containing a release person.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director was on vacation during the unannounced visit, and she did not leave the proper documentations for her designate. Children 1 through 6 have their authorized escorts attached to their tuition contracts as required.
2025-09-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)(i) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Record on file if positive TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)(i)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Record on file if positive TB

Noncompliance Area: CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not receive a health assessment at initial hire. The health assessment on file is dated 4/19/24.Staff person #3 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. Staff person #3's health summary on file is dated 3/30/23 and it does not indicate if staff person has communicable diseases and may work in childcare setting. Staff person #4 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. The is evidenced by the health assessments on file dated 7/27/22 and 8/8/24. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/11/25 with a correction date of 8/10/25. On 9/15/25, cert rep arrived at the facility and staff was unable to present staff person #3's updated health assessment.

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. If a person's medical record demonstrates a positive tuberculin skin test, that record shall be placed on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director was on vacation during the unannounced inspection and she did not leave the correct documentation with her designate. The appropriate health assessment for staff person #3 was received on 8/5/25 and added to her electronic file.
2025-09-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #2 had one nonfamily reference on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/12/25 with a correction date of 8/15/25. On 9/15/25, cert rep arrived at the facility and staff was unable to present staff person #2's nonfamily reference.

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 Director was on vacation during the unannounced visit and failed to leave the documentation for her designate. Staff person 2 (actually a volunteer) provided the second reference letter 8-5-25 as requested by her Director.
2025-08-07 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 8/7/25, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #2 did not have 2 non-family references on file. The file for staff person #2 was not presented to the cert rep during the renewal inspection.

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 #2 is no longer employed at the facility.
2025-08-07 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 8/7/25, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #1 identified 11 PS children on the playground. Staff person #1 reported that one PS child did not want to go in with their group and stayed outside with staff person #1's group. One PS child was taken inside to bring staff person #1 into ratio.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. IF USING TIERED LIS: 1. The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. This portion of the plan must have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must submit an updated ratio policy including: maintaining ratio during outside activities and at times when behavioral issues occur. The policy should also address that staff from outside agencies may not be used to satisfy the adult: child ratios. The legal entity must submit the policy to the NE regional office for approval. Once approved all existing staff and new hires must be trained on the policy and sign an acknowledgment that must be kept on file. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be completed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. Staff to child ratios will be maintained at all times. 8/7/25 2. Ratio policy has been updated to include requested information. Policy has been submitted to the inspector for approval. Once approved, staff will be trained on the policy pending state approval of the policy.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. In the infant classroom, cert rep observed a play stepping block that had rips on all the corners exposing the inside foam. The object is accessible to children that are still putting objects in their mouths.

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 play stepping block has been repaired.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. In the infant classroom, cert rep observed the refrigerator to contain a sticky brown substance throughout the entire refrigerator bottom, doors, and shelves.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The nursery refrigerator has been cleaned.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.121(a) - Review policies and procedures Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.121(a)

Description: Review policies and procedures

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. The parent handbook does not contain a supervision policy or the facility's general daily schedule.

Correction Required: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent handbook has been updated to include a general daily schedule, supervision policies, and transportation.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Child(ren) #1-6's fee agreements did not contain a release person.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
"For release information, please see Authorized Escort Form" has been added to the top of current fee agreements.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Child #3's initial health assessment was not received within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #3's initial health assessment is dated 4/7/25. (See code sheet for date of admissions).

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Every student will provide the appropriate health assessment form and updated shot record within 60 days of enrollment.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Exam communicable disease Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not receive a health assessment at initial hire. The health assessment on file is dated 4/19/24.Staff person #3 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. Staff person #3's health summary on file is dated 3/30/23 and it does not indicate if staff person has communicable diseases and may work in childcare setting. Staff person #4 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. The is evidenced by the health assessments on file dated 7/27/22 and 8/8/24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Every staff will have a viable staff health assessment every 2 years as required. In addition, new hires will have physicals completed before they start. Staff #3 will complete their health assessment and credential will be added to staff file. Will ensure that the DHS health assessment is utilized.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not receive a tb screening at initial hire. The TB screening on file is dated 4/19/24. (See code sheet for DOH).

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.)
New hires will have TB test completed before they start.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #2 had one nonfamily reference 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.)
Will obtain a second nonfamily reference for staff #2 and place in staff file.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. This is evidenced by the Pediatric First Aid and CPR on file dated 8/21/24. (See code sheet for DOH).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10: Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All new hires will complete their Pediatric First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire.
2025-07-28 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. The facility is unable to test the fire detection system due to the fire system containing a sprinkler system. The last documentation on file of annual testing from a fire safety professional is dated 2/22/24, which is more than 12 months ago.

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)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The landlord was contacted via text on 7/10/25 regarding the delinquency of the fire detection system. Landlord was again contacted in person via phone on 8/8/25. The landlord provided the fire detection annual inspection report and report was filed.
2025-04-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 4/4/25. In the young toddler classroom cert rep observed a prescription inhaler in a child's backpack that was accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff immediately removed the medication and placed it out of reach of the children. Parents have again been reminded to NOT keep medication in student's backpacks per policy. Any medication that needs to be given is kept in a locked container in each classroom with the appropriate signed documentation. Those with emergency medications such as inhalers, will have their bags placed on top of the cubbies or in a locked cabinet, out of the reach of the students.
2025-04-04 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 4/4/25. Cert rep observed 18 water damaged ceiling tiles in the following areas: Over the infant area, above the sink near the bathroom, and near the entrance door.

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 landlord was contacted the day of the inspection regarding the tiles. Tiles have to be changed 4 or 5 times a year as the roof leaks. Landlord will have the damaged tiles replaced by May 1, 2025.
2024-07-26 Renewal 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: Facility's emergency plan does not contain Continuity of Operations.

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.)
Continuity of operations will be added to the emergency plan.
2024-07-26 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: Infant bottles were not labeled with child's name.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Infant bottles will be labeled with child's name.
2024-07-26 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv)/3270.192(5) - Transcript, diploma and letters/Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)/3270.192(5)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters/Two written references

Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of education, childcare experience and 2 non-family references.

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. 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 # 1 will get verification of education, experience and 2 nonfamily references for file.
2024-07-26 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: Power strip on the desk in the Preschool Room was missing protective covers.

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.)
Protective covers will be put in the power strip.
2024-07-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.106(j)/3270.119 - Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(j)/3270.119

Description: Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: On 7/2/24 Children # 1 and # 2 were observed sleeping in a crib on bobby pillows. Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat, with a bottle propped in his mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for children at time of observation.

Correction Required: Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib. Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. The Legal Entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of 2 hours of PQAS approved, in-person or live training regarding Health & Safety-Infant Safe Sleep. It does not matter if the PQAS approved training is done through ELRC. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The training may not be completed while children are in care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will receive 2 hours of PQAS approved training on Infant Safe Sleep.
2024-07-02 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.106(j)/3270.119 - Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(j)/3270.119

Description: Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: On 7/2/24 Children # 1 and # 2 were observed sleeping in a crib on bobby pillows. Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat, with a bottle propped in his mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for children at time of observation.

Correction Required: Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib. Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Boppy pillows were removed from the cribs. The parents requesting the pillows for their child have been instructed to get medical permission. The student sleeping in the bouncer had just fallen asleep. The teacher was in the process of feeding another infant when the child in the bouncer finished the bottle they were holding, and they fell asleep. As soon as the child she was feeding was finished, the student would have been moved from the bouncer to their boppy-free crib.
2024-07-02 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: Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.

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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are 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 person(s) 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 is an Aide and is supervised at all times by at least an AGS with the appropriate training. Staff # 1 will get Ped. first aid-cpr training.
2024-07-02 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.166(6) - Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(6)

Description: Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep

Noncompliance Area: On 7/2/24 Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat with a bottle propped in child's mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for child at time of incident.

Correction Required: Neither an infant nor a toddler is permitted to sleep with a bottle in his mouth.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The student in question can hold their own bottle. They fell asleep in the bouncer holding the bottle while the teacher sat in front of them in the rocker feeding a second infant. Once the infant she was holding was done with the bottle, she would have transferred the sleeping child in the bouncer to their crib.
2024-07-02 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: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person # 1 will have until 7/27/24 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 a staff person 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 is an Aide so she is supervised at all times by an AGS at least with the appropriate training.
2024-06-17 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(7)

Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

Noncompliance Area: On 6/12/24 Child # 1 fell on the playground and was taken to the hospital for a broken femur. An injury report was not completed and given to parent.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The incident in question occurred roughly at 4:05pm. Mom was expected at 4pm. There was just enough time to send a quick text after calming the kiddo down to let the parent know what had happened. At this point we were unsure if it was bruised, strained broken, etc. Mom came and scooped up the kiddo and headed to the ER. The report was completed that night before the close of the school.
2024-06-17 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b) - Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b)

Description: Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours

Noncompliance Area: On 6/12/24 Child # 1 fell on the playground and was taken to the hospital for a broken femur. An incident report was not completed in Pelican within 72 hours. Regional Office was not notified within 24 hours.

Correction Required: The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment. The operator shall mail or deliver a written report to the appropriate regional office within 72 hours after hospitalization of a child in care, emergency room treatment of a child in care, death of a child in care, a facility fire requiring the services of a fire department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent was notified within 10 minutes of the accident, once child was considered secure. Child was taken by parent to the ER for assessment then transported by ambulance to a different hospital for surgery. I should have reported the incident by phone per policy, but I waited for the results of the surgery to tell the whole story instead of pieces of it.
2024-03-26 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.25(a)/3270.25(b) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Post the inspection summary Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)/3270.25(b)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: Facility was issued a Provisional Certificate of Compliance and it was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Facility does not have Inspection Summaries posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
As a partner with Tonya Sue Ayers in the company, Moppets on Mulberry, I replaced the business licensure with the PROVISIONAL license in the exact place of the original and added a file folder housing all of the inspection summaries and accompanying letter regarding the provisional license just below the provisional license location. The 'documents' are located in the atrium, just to the left of the entrance door; in the most conspicuous location. I had completed this task as instructed very shortly after receiving the documents and Tonya Sue was unaware of my posting of the documents at the time that the inspector was onsite.
2024-03-26 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted to being out of ratio on 3/19/24, two staff with 22 Preschool children.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ratio will be maintained at all times.
2024-03-26 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted to being out of ratio on 3/19/24, two staff with 22 Preschool children.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. Director will develop a Ratio Policy and procedures. Policy must be approved by Regional Office. All current and new staff must be trained, and verification of training must be in staff file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ratio will be maintained at all times. Director will update the current ratio policy and have approved by Regional Office.
2023-12-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation, Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted that on 11/29/23 Child # 1 walked out of the facility, unnoticed. Child # 1 was outside unsupervised for 7 minutes.

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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. The Legal Entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of 2 hours of PQAS approved, in-person or live training regarding Supervision of children. It does not matter if the PQAS approved training is done through ELRC. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The training may not be completed while children are in care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times. Supervision Policy was immediately changed to reflect needs of elopers. Verbal "hand off" is required so all staff are aware of who is specifically assigned to any eloper. In addition, policy regarding the opening of the inside door and the outside security door was revised. At no time will both doors be open simultaneously with the exception of large deliveries, during which time a teacher will be posted at the inside door until the delivery is completed. Will schedule the supervision training. All staff will take the required supervision training.
2023-12-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation, Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted that on 11/29/23 Child # 1 walked out of the facility, unnoticed. Child # 1 was outside unsupervised for 7 minutes.

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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times. Supervision Policy was immediately changed to reflect needs of elopers. Verbal "hand off" is required so all staff are aware of who is specifically assigned to any eloper. In addition, policy regarding the opening of the inside door and the outside security door was revised. At no time will both doors be open simultaneously with the exception of large deliveries, during which time a teacher will be posted at the inside door until the delivery is completed.
2023-12-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation, Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted that on 11/29/23 Child # 1 walked out of the facility, unnoticed. Child # 1 was outside unsupervised for 7 minutes.

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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Legal Entity will demonstrate compliance by having no instances of non-compliance related to supervision for the next three months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times. Supervision Policy was immediately changed to reflect needs of elopers. Verbal "hand off" is required so all staff are aware of who is specifically assigned to any eloper. In addition, policy regarding the opening of the inside door and the outside security door was revised. At no time will both doors be open simultaneously with the exception of large deliveries, during which time a teacher will be posted at the inside door until the delivery is completed.
2023-11-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) - No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e)

Description: No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 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 will not use any form of physical punishment and staff will not restrain children.
2023-11-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) - No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e)

Description: No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 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. The Legal Entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of 2 hours of PQAS approved, in-person or live training regarding supervision and positive behavior modification. It does not matter if the PQAS approved training is done through ELRC. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The training may not be completed while children are in care and may not be counted to the annual training requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will not use any form of physical punishment and staff will not restrain children. Staff will take a 2 hr. PQAS approved training regarding supervision and positive behavior modification.
2023-11-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) - No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)/3270.113(e)

Description: No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 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. Facility must demonstrate compliance over the next three months during unannounced visits.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will not use any form of physical punishment and staff will not restrain children.
2023-11-08 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: On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff person # 1 has threated to hit children and to cut a child's tongue out, if they keep sticking it out.

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. Facility must demonstrate compliance over the next three months during unannounced visits.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will not single out a child or threaten to harm child or child's family. Staff will talk to children in a respectful manner.
2023-11-08 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: On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff person # 1 has threated to hit children and to cut a child's tongue out, if they keep sticking it out.

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 will not single out a child or threaten to harm child or child's family.
2023-11-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.67(c) - No insects or rodents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.67(c)

Description: No insects or rodents

Noncompliance Area: On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection, staff admitted that the facility has a cockroach issue in the kitchen and in the Infant Room.

Correction Required: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An exterminator came and treated the facility on June 12th with the understanding that a follow up in the fall would be necessary. They are German cockroaches which were brought in on a backpack or clothing, and they are hard to get rid of. The follow up by the exterminator was completed on November 15th. Following the instructions, refrigerators and kitchenette counters are moved every weekend to sweep any crumbs that may have accumulated during the week.
2023-07-26 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Forms for children # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4, #5 and # 6 do not contain health insurance name and policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact forms for children #1-#6 will be updated with policy name and number.
2023-07-26 Renewal 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: Files for Staff # 1, # 2 and # 3 did not contain health assessments every 24 months. Health assessments for Staff # 1 were dated 2/5/21 and 7/19/23, Staff # 2 10/21/19 and 7/11/22, Staff # 3, 9/2/19 and 7/27/22.

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 # 1, # 2 and # 3 have updated health assessments.
2023-07-26 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person # 5 was not caring for children unsupervised at time of inspection.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person # 5 will have until 8/1023 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 5, staff person # 5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person # 5 completed pediatric first aid/CPR training on 7/30/23.
2023-07-26 Renewal 3270.75(a)/3270.75(c) - In child care spaces/Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)/3270.75(c)

Description: In child care spaces/Has all items

Noncompliance Area: First-aid kit in the Preschool was missing tweezers. Older toddler room could not locate the first-aid kit.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Tweezers were added to the first-aid kit in the Preschool room. A first-aid kit will be placed in the Older Toddler room.
2023-06-28 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: Staff person #1 admitted that when child #1 said that he was going to hurt himself she told him to "do it" and then sarcastically said "oh, I'm not supposed to say that. I'm supposed to say that your family will miss you."

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 will not single out a child for ridicule to threated harm to child or child's family. Taken out of context, the above-statement is unconscionable. It comes after spending 2 hours sitting with this student, discussing how he was feeling, he was he hungry, was he angry, what was he angry about, was he tired, did he need some time away from his peers, etc. NOT the first hours I have spent having the exact same conversations with the student, reassuring him his is loved, that I was sitting with him BECAUSE he was cared about, that I enjoyed his wit and his thirst for knowledge...he asks a million questions. This student has needs far above what could be met here. The student has been expelled for threats against the staff and students as well as destruction of property. Going forward, myself and my staff will add professional development specifically on anger management in children and adults and how to manage it.
2023-06-28 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: Staff person #1 admitted that when child #1 said that he was going to hurt himself she told him to "do it" and then sarcastically said "oh, I'm not supposed to say that. I'm supposed to say that your family will miss you."

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. Staff # 1 must take 2 hours of PQAS approved training related to positive interactions with children. It does not matter if the PQAS approved training is done through ELRC. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Training may not be counted to the annual training requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1 will take PQAS approved training regarding children with challenging behaviors. Staff # 1 took 7 hours of training approved by Regional Office. Again, HOURS were spent with this student discussing what his needs were both physically and mentally. Accommodations were made providing his own cool down space; he "had" an aide or was required to have one whenever in attendance. He was verbally abusive to staff and to other students and destroyed property. His needs were greater than could be provided at the center. To help staff deal with such students in the future, professional development will be taken annually regarding anger management.
2023-04-05 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 4/5/23 Staff # 1 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff gave child the keys to unlock the facility. Staff #1 was witnessed to turn her back and was unable to see child. On 4/5/23 Staff # 2 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff was changing a diaper and was unable to see all of the children.

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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Director will develop a Supervision Policy that addresses supervision at all times, including diaper changing, outside and transition times. Ratio must also be addressed in policy. Policy must be approved by Regional Office. All staff must be trained, and verification of training must be in staff file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times. Staff will know their children.
2023-04-05 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 4/5/23 Staff # 1 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff gave child the keys to unlock the facility. Staff #1 was witnessed to turn her back and was unable to see child. On 4/5/23 Staff # 2 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff was changing a diaper and was unable to see all of the children.

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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children will be supervised at all times. Staff will know their children.
2023-04-05 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 4/5/23 during a complaint inspection, Staff # 1 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff was alone with 11 Preschool children for approximately 5-10 minutes.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On 4/5/2023, the Director of Moppets was being observed for the first time by a PKC representative···the first time she had been observed since student teaching 25 years ago. One of her students had a total meltdown minutes before the arrival of the representative. The Director's focus was completely on this student and keeping him calm, forgetting momentarily that she had 11 students. Normally, she has 10. From 4/6/23 moving forward, any teacher needing something from another room will contact the Cook or the Secretary instead of leaving their classroom. If no one is available, teachers will take students with them to retrieve what is needed. Ratios will always be maintained.
2022-10-28 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: On 10/28/22 Staff # 1 admitted that in order to stop a child from running into the parking lot, she grabbed him by the hood and dragged him backwards. On 11/8/22 Staff # 2 admitted that in order to stop a child from running into the parking lot, she grabbed him by the hood and dragged him back into the building.

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.)
In both situations, the teachers were attempting to protect the students from harm ie eloping to the parking lot. As the students have now been identified as elopers, they are escorted to the playground and back to the building by holding a teacher's hand.
2022-07-26 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Rubber gloves were observed on a shelf in the children's bathroom, accessible to children, who are still placing objects in their mouths.

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.)
Rubber gloves were oved to a higher shelf in the bathroom, inaccessible to children.
2022-07-26 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: Fee Agreement for children # 1, # 2 and # 7 did not contain arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fee Agreements for children # 1, # 2 and # 7 will be updated with child's arrival and departure times.
2022-07-26 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) - Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for children $ 3, # 4, # 5, # 6 and # 7 did not contain work address and/or phone numbers for parents. Emergency Contact Form for children # 1, # 2 , # 3, # 4, # 5, # 6 and # 7 did not contain child's health insurance name and policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency Contact Forms for children # 3, # 4. # 5, # 6 and # 7 will be updated with parents work information. Emergency Contact Forms for Children # 1-7 will be updated by parents with health insurance name and policy number.
2022-07-26 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: Facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An emergency transportation plan will be written stating means of transporting a child and staffing provisions in case of an emergency.
2022-07-26 Renewal 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: Health assessments for children # 2 and # 6 did not contain a physician's signature.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will obtain health assessments containing physician's signature.
2022-07-26 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Purell hand sanitizer, hand lotion and Tums antacids were observed on a shelf in the Preschool room 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.)
Toxics were moved to a location inaccessible to children.
2022-06-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: Staff admitted that during nap time a child and a worker from another agency are out of sight of staff.

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. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Student in question is now napping with his peers within sight of staff supervision as well as his TSS.
2022-06-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced visit to facility on 6/18/22 milk was observed on the counter for over 1 hour. Director admitted that the milk is left out during breakfast 7:30-8:30 and lunch 10:00-12:30.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We now have a cook who can swap out jugs of milk every half an hour.
2022-06-08 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 - 8 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Training was received prior to 4/29/22.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Staff person # 1 - 8 must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as their Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, or receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our trainer is listed on pakeys as a pqas certified trainer.
2022-06-08 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Several ceiling tiles in the facility were water stained, due to a past water leak.

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.)
Landlord has been asked AGAIN to replace the tiles. He was asked when they were first soaked to replace them with new tiles and not to put the old ones back up.
2021-12-14 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: On 1/12/22 during a Complaint Investigation it was observed that in the Infant Room, there were 8 Infants with only 6 cribs. The director advised that the infants share cribs.

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.)
Our oldest infants, 11 month olds, who are transitioning to Toddler Town are using cots. I have permission from their parents. The cots are labeled with their names and kept on the stack in Toddler Town for convenience purposes. When the infant naps in the nursery, their cot is handed over the gate to the nursery staff so they may be put down for a nap. When they are in Toddler Town, it is simply used along with the other toddler cots.
2020-10-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 have not obtained a National Sex Offenders Registry Clearance a requirement of the Child Protective Services Law.

Correction Required: The operator/director shall complete the OCDEL provider training class.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OCDEL provider training class scheduled for Wednesday November 18 2020. Tonya Sue Ayers, Director, scheduled to attend.
2020-02-04 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During inspection on 2/4/20 staff number 1 stated that children were not assigned to specific staff.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The nursery now has a poster indicating which students belong to which staff. In other classrooms, every teacher wears a lanyard with ID cards for the students they are responsible for. The lanyards are impractical in the nursery so they never were asked to use them. Instead they now have a poster.
2019-11-19 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.102(g)/3270.106(a) - Hazardous toys and equipment/Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: ON 11/19/19 per observation and interviews verified that the Graco Dream Glider Swing was being used as infant sleep equipment, this equipment is not approved for use by the CPSC and is not age appropriate sleep equipment for infants.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. 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.)
The swings will be used to comfort and soothe only. Any student who falls asleep in the swing will be moved to their crib.
2019-07-23 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff number 1 & 2 were not hired under the requirements of the CPSL in regards to application of clearances prior to starting childcare. All valid clearances are now on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: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.)
Hiring of staff number 1 and 2 were done in an emergency due to unexpected staff departure. Going forward, Moppets will be more proactive in having a backup plan for staffing issues, and we will ensure compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 by getting all clearances done before staff start.
2019-02-19 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(c) - No ridicule or threaten harm Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: On 1/22/19, staff number 1 threatened to put child number 1, a pre-school age child, in a crib in the baby room as a time out.

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.)
All staff have signed off on Moppets policy 8.4 Business Ethics and Conduct which states that all Moppets employees with comply with all applicable laws and regulations. We also discussed what to do in a situation when you feel frustrated with a behavior, and that it is ok to "tap out" and ask for help. Staff number 1 has received a disciplinary conduct BUT she voluntarily quit before she signed the letter by not showing up for work as scheduled. The disciplinary action has been signed by Management and placed in her permanent file. Copies of the disciplinary letter and signed policies are available upon request.
2018-07-31 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed paint chips on outdoor walkway surface in front of the outdoor play space.

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.)
Will go out now and sweep up and find out where the chips came from. In the future will monitor the outdoor play area for chips
2017-10-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Interviews with staff number 2 and 3 and individual number1 verified that on 9/22/17 child number 1 was left alone in the toddler room for a time period of minutes. Individual number 1 stated that he heard a child crying hysterically when he entered the facility and located the child alone within the toddler room. Staff number 2 and 3 stated that they heard a child crying for minutes and both staff stated that they assumed the child was in a childcare space with a staff person. The child was assigned to staff number 1. Staff number 1 had previously relocated her group from the toddler room to the big classroom. Staff estimated that the time of the relocation of the group until child number 1 was located in the toddler room was a time period of minutes.

Correction Required: : Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Tot tallies have been started as of 27 October 2017 for each classroom. Completed tot tallies will be sent to DHS weekly. An example of the form is below. TOT TALLY - Moppets on Mulberry 102232615-0001 Toddler Town Teacher: Date: Name NOTES: KEY: O=Outside P=Potty C=Classroom L=Lunch S=Snack B=Breakfast Ratio: 1 to 4
2017-07-31 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Little Tykes play equipment was observed with a broken piece causing rough edges and pinch points.

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.)
Provider repaired the broken piece of play equipment, all rough edges and pinch points were covered. Provider will ensure that all play equipment are in good repair and free of hazards.
2017-07-31 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Infant bottles were not labeled with child's name.

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 each Infant bottle with child's name. Provider will ensure that infant bottles are labeled with child's name.
2017-07-31 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreement for Child # 1 have not been updated every 6-months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
File for Child # 1 has current Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreement. Provider will ensure that the Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreement are reviewed and updated every 6-months.
2017-07-31 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of receiving a high school education.

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.)
Provider will obtain verification of Staff # 1 recieving a high school education. Provider will ensure that all files are complete and up to date.
2017-07-31 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 2 did not contain State Police, Child Abuse and FBI Clearances. Staff # 2 began employment on 5/22/17.

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 # 1 will obtain all clearances. Provider will ensure that all staff have current clearances.

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