Savvy Academy Company
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-04-23 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv) Description: Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed verification of education for staff #2 was not on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will obtain verification of education for staff #2. |
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| 2026-04-23 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the annual emergency drill was not on file. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will obtain the annual emergency drill. |
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| 2026-04-23 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 did not have out of state criminal and child abuse clearances on file. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will obtain put of state criminal and child abuse clearances for staff #1. Staff #1 will not work in a child care position. Staff #1 is no longer working until out of state clearances are obtained. |
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| 2026-04-23 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed hand sanitizer was on the front desk 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The hand sanitizer was removed while cert rep was at the center correcting the violation. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the rug in the big open space on the first floor used by the infant and toddlers was not clean. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator continues to have the big rug in the open space shampoo cleaned every week and vacuumed periodically during the day. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1) Description: Amount of fee Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 fee agreement did not include the fee amount. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fee amount has been annotated on child #1 agreement form. The operator will assure that all agreement forms are completed in its entirety, including the fee amount. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 and 3 fee agreement did not include the release persons name. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The agreement form has been completed in its entirety for Child #1 and 3 including whom the child can be released to. The operator will periodically check all agreements to assure compliance. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include the work address and phone number of the parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator will assure that all children's emergency contact forms are completed in its entirety including any information on the child's disabilities. Child #3 form has been completed in its entirety. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include the information on any disabilities of the child. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator will assure that all children's emergency contact forms are completed in its entirety, including any information on the child's disabilities. Child #3 form has been completed in its entirety, |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #3 emergency contact did not include the address of the release person. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator will assure that all children's emergency contact forms are completed in its entirety including the address of whom the child may be released to. The parent has completed the information. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.134(a)/3270.135(b) - Child's hands washed/Surfaces cleaned | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.135(b) Description: Child's hands washed/Surfaces cleaned Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the staff person changed the baby and did not wash the child's or their hands or clean the surface of diaper changing table. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator will periodically observe staff completing a diapering change to assure procedure including washing the child hands as well as theirs. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.163(a)(4) - Grain | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.163(a)(4) Description: Grain Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the lunch did not include a grain. Correction Required: A lunch or dinner prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall include at least one grain. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator assured that a grain is included in the lunch or dinner meals. This will be monitored daily. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv) Description: Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection staff #1 did not have verification of education on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator will assure that all staff working in a childcare setting, have verification of education on file as required. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.64 - Outside Walkways | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.64 Description: Outside Walkways Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the cement on the ramp outside going into the front door of the facility was crumbling. Correction Required: Outside walkways shall be free from ice, snow, leaves, equipment and other hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator has resurfaced the crumbling cement on the ramp. The operator will re-evaluate the cement after inclement weather to assure the repair is permanent. The operator will assure the outside walkways shall be from any type of hazard including cement. |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the hot water temperature in both the basement bathrooms was 115 degrees. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator continues to work tirelessly in keeping water supply under 110 degrees. The owner of the building has been apprised of the regulation and requirement. We will run our water supply several times a day (especially 15 minutes prior to schedule handwashing times). |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the first bathroom in the basement was not clean. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator continues to keep the bathroom clean. The operator has assigned the duties to periodically check the bathrooms to assure all are clean. The operator has |
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| 2025-05-08 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the changing table in the open space classroom did not have a hand washing sign posted. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Required handwashing has been posted near the changing table and will remain posted as required. The facility will continue to post handwashing signs over every sink, toilet and diapering area. |
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| 2024-11-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit follow up to renewal inspection 10/8/2024 cert rep observed the emergency contact for 1 child was not present in the child care space while receiving care. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator has made copies for all emergency contact forms to be in all childcare rooms. The operator will periodically check the classroom emergency contact forms to assure all is in place. |
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| 2024-11-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit follow up to renewal inspection on 10/8/2024 cert rep observed there were 1 staff persons present in the first-floor open space with 7 mixed aged children ranging from infant to older toddler age. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Southeast Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator will complete an hourly staff-child count to assure ratios are in compliance as required. The operator has submitted an hourly ratio counting sheet for approval. If approved, the operator will submit counting sheets weekly for 3 months and correction date. |
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| 2024-11-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit follow up to renewal inspection 10/8/2024 cert rep observed the 2nd floor bathroom is inoperable. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The 2nd floor bathroom has been repaired and operable. The operator will assure that all toilets are operable and in good condition. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.101(a) - Age appropriate | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.101(a) Description: Age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed there is not enough play equipment and materials provided in sufficient amounts and variety to preclude long waits for use in the older toddler and younger toddler classrooms. Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will purchase more play equipment and materials for the younger and older toddler classrooms. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the rugs, toys and floor pillows were not clean in the infant toddler classroom. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will clean the rugs, toys and floor pillows in the infant toddler classroom. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child in the infant toddler classroom. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will label the rest equipment in the infant toddler classroom. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contact for child #3 and 4 did not include the health insurance policy number on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain the health insurance policy number for child #3 and 4. Child #3 is no longer enrolled in the facility. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contacts were not present in the child care space while children were receiving care in the infant toddler and preschool classrooms. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain the emergency contacts for the infant toddler and preschool classrooms and have them present while children are receiving care. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not posted in the 2nd floor back and 1st classrooms. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and post in all classrooms. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(d)(5) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Immunization record | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(d)(5) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Immunization record Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 and 2 did not have a current health assessment on file. Child #3 did not have immunizations on file. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a health assessment for child #1 and 2 and immunizations for child #3. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have a health assessment on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a health assessment for staff #2. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(4) Description: Bottles labeled Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed bottles were not labeled with the child's name. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will label all nursers and bottles. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(a) Description: Pick-up and drop-off points Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed a letter notifying the local traffic authority annually of the location of the facility was not on file. Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will send a letter to the local traffic authority of the location of the facility. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact and fee agreement was not updated in a 6-month period. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will update the emergency contact and fee agreement for child #1. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #4 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for child #4. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #2 and 4 emergency contact did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain signed parent consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures for the emergency contact for child #2 and 4. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 and 3 did not have verification of education and child care experience on file. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain verification of education and child care experience for child #2 and 3. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 and 3 did not have two written nonfamily references on file. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain two written nonfamily references for staff #2 and 3. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the annual emergency drill was not conducted. A copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will conduct the annual emergency drill and send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.31(b)/3270.192(2)(i) - Staff person - 18 yrs./Age | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(b)/3270.192(2)(i) Description: Staff person - 18 yrs./Age Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have verification of age on file. Correction Required: A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older. A facility person's record shall include verification of age. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain verification of age for staff #1. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain 12 clock hours of child care training for staff #1. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #3 did not have an FBI clearance request documents for a provisional 45-day hire and the NSOR certificate on file. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain the FBI clearance and NSOR certificate for staff #3. Staff #3 can not work at the facility until all clearances are on file and verified with cert rep. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the first aid kit in the 2nd floor back classroom did not include tape and gloves. The first aid kit in the 2nd floor 1st classroom did not include soap. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain tape, gloves and soap for the first aid kits. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the floor in the basement 2nd bathroom floor was sunken in and broken up. The 1st bathroom in the basement was infested with flies. The hand rail leading up to the 2nd floor was loose. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will repair the floor and the handrail and clean the bathroom. The bathroom on the second floor and the bathroom in the basement are not working and will not be used at this time. The only bathroom that is working is the bathroom on the 1st floor. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the second floor bathroom 1st toilet was not working. The sink in the first floor bathroom was clogged and water was not going down the drain. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will repair the toilet and sink in both bathrooms. The bathroom on the on the 2nd floor is not working and will not be used. Both toilets in the bathroom are not in working order. The sink was repaired. |
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| 2024-10-08 | Renewal | 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a) Description: Devices must be compliant Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the fire drill log did not include testing of the fire safety system every 30 days. 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)). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will test the fire alarm system and keep on file and continue to test the fire alarm system every 30 days. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: In review of facility's video surveillance and staff interviews, cert rep determined that a preschool age child was using a highchair that was not appropriate of the child's age and size. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will ensure children uses furniture that is size and age appropriate. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.135(e) - 2 hour diaper check | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(e) Description: 2 hour diaper check Noncompliance Area: During complaint investigation, cert rep was informed by staff the facility changes diaper every 3 hours and document changes via the Brightwheel app. Correction Required: A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will check a child's diaper every 2 hours and change the diaper when it's soiled. Diaper checks and changes will be documented via the Brightwheel app. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) - Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Description: Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on Wednesday, 05/22/24, cert rep observed facility out of ratio. There was 1 staff with 12 children (1 infant, 2 young toddlers and 9 preschoolers). A 2nd staff was preparing lunch in a separate part of the facility. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Group will be broken up into 2 with 1 staff member caring for the preschool age children and the 2nd staff caring for the infants and young toddlers. |
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| 2024-01-04 | Renewal | 3270.101(a)/3270.101(b) - Age appropriate/Facilitate child development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.101(a)/3270.101(b) Description: Age appropriate/Facilitate child development Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection there was not enough play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children with having a sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. The play equipment at the facility was not enough to facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development. Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. Play equipment shall facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a sufficient amount of play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests of children to facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development. |
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| 2024-01-04 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the emergency contacts were not present in the child care space while children were receiving care. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain the emergency contact information for all the children in the childcare space for all classrooms. |
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| 2024-01-04 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will create a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care. |
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| 2024-01-04 | Renewal | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infants was not on file. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for infants. |
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| 2024-01-04 | Renewal | 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(i) Description: Lidded waste receptacles Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the triangle bathroom in the basement did not have a lidded waste receptacle. Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a lidded waste receptacle for the triangle bathroom in the basement. |
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| 2023-09-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file. 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A facility person's record will be verified of person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis administered by a medical professional before the first date of employment at Savvy Academy. Savvy Academy created a required onboarding checklist to ensure staff have all necessary documentation before starting work. Staff# 2 is no longer at the facility. |
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| 2023-09-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of out of state clearances for North Carolina, and New Jersey - Staff # 2 did not have documentation that PA FBI was applied for to meet the 45-day provisional waiver hire requirement. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -2- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #-2-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 2 was removed and will not return to facility until all clearances are in file. |
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| 2023-09-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of high school diploma to meet the requirements of AGS. - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of high school diploma or verification of experience to mee the requirements of AGS. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Savvy Academy will familiarize the specific childcare regulations outlined by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Understand the exact requirements and standards that apply to Savvy Academy. Savvy Academy will require documentation of education and experience before the start of employment. To ensure that an assistant group supervisor has a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience. Staff # 2 is no longer at the facility. with children. A facility person's record will be verfiied vof child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility by the hiring Director. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 5/3/23, Staff # 1 was alone on the 2nd floor infant room with 1 infant, 2 young toddler, and 3 older toddlers. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity will be referred by the Regional Office for training for all staff to be conducted by the Regional Keys. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Savvy Academy will ensure when children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. Savvy academy has created systems so that they remain in compliance with 3270.51 (relating to similar age) so the center will not be referred by regional office in the future. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 5/3/23, Staff # 1 was alone on the 2nd floor infant room with 1 infant, 2 young toddler, and 3 older toddlers. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff: child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Savvy Academy will ensure when children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. We will submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff: child ratios at all times. Savvy Academy will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61 Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection summary on 5/3/23, Cert Rep observed the 1st childcare room the right located on the 2nd floor, was not set up for use for childcare. The sign on the door indicated that it was office space, and staff only. Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Savvy Academy has removed the room as a childcare space. |
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| 2023-04-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 4/20/23, Child # 1's emergency contact did not have parental signature for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will make sure that all required signatures are in file for all enrolled children.. |
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| 2023-04-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 4/20/23, Staff # 1's 45-day provisional hire ended on 4/18/23. Staff # 1 's NSOR is not completed. NOR was applied for on 3/12/23. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #---1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff#1 cannot return to facility until clearance is completed and in file. |
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| 2023-04-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 4/20/23, Cert Rep observed the following on the playground: - Staff # 1 had 1 infant and 4 older toddlers (2year old) in her group Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will conduct staff meeting to ensure that all staff are aware of ratio. Provider will also have director check attendance in each class to maintain that the teacher is indeed in ratio. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing children's Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 3,4 and # 6 did not have documentation of child service report in file Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director will have the child service reports completed signed and place in file. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 4.5 and # 6 did not have a current health assessment in file Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will request health inspection from parents and place in file. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not complete the mandatory 1-hour health and safety training by 12/30/23. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will request mandatory 1-hour health and safety training be complete and turn in for compliance. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 6 emergency contact did not have parental signature for consent of emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first aid Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have parents sign and update any missing required information or signatures on emergency contact. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while revieing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff 3 6 had documentation of 1 written reference in 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will request additional letter of reference from staff missing in file. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.21/3270.76 - General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21/3270.76 Description: General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - a knife on the table in the basement childcare space that was accessible to children Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will make sure staff has all sharp and hazardous items away from children and out of their reach at all times. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have the current Certificate of Compliance posted 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will post the current certificate of compliance. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 6 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have Staff # 6 trained in emergency plan training. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing Staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2's file had documentation of 11 childcare training hour in file Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have staff # 2 complete any and all trainings needed to having the required 12 annual training hours. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 5 did not have documentation of Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have staff # 5 trained in Pediatric CPR/First Aid and place in file. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 5 had a Philadelphia School District FBI in file and not the required DHS FBI - Staff# 6 did not have a completed Child Abuse clearance in file as required under CPSL as a provisional waiver hire Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -5 and 6- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #-5 and 6-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 5 and # 6 will not be allowed to return to the facility until all clearances are completed and place in file. Director will ensure that all staff has completed clearances at all times. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 dud does not have documentation of staff evaluation in file Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will complete staff evaluation for staff # 1. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 did not have documentation of high school diploma in file to qualify as an AGS Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will request staff # 4 to bring in her high school diploma to be copied and place in file for compliance. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61 Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility's childcare space in the basement and 2nd floor rooms were not set up and ready to receive children in care Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will make sure that both basement and 2nd floor space are set up and ready to receive children in care. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.61(h)(3) - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(h)(3) Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - 16 children were observed being serviced in the first-floor childcare space measured for 15 children Correction Required: The capacity established for indoor space may not be exceeded except when a meal is served in a space designated and measured as indoor child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will maintain capacity at all times. |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - missing outlet covers on the 2nd floor classrooms (infant room, preschool rooms) Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will ensure that all uncovered outlets are covered on all floors in childcare space . |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - basement childcare space- floors needs to be cleaned -basement childcare space- heater falling off the base board (right side of wall) - Peeling paint in the infant room located on 2nd floor -Peeling paint on 1st floor childcare space under the tv 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have basement floors cleaned, baseboard heater will be fixed and stable, 2nd floor paint will be in infant room and 1st floor childcare space |
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| 2023-02-28 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.91(a) Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 3/16/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The exit on the 1st floor located at the stairs was blocked with bouncy chair and other objects Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bouncy chair and other objects will be removed so that the exit will be clear and unobstructed. |
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| 2022-06-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/10/22, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following - an infant sleeping in a bouncy chair' - an infant that was 11 months old in a rocker/bassinet that was standing up in it. infant was too big for the rocker/bassinet -the rocker/bassinet was dirty 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director removed all equipment that was not appropriate, and labelled all equipment for specific child |
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| 2022-06-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.191 - Individual Records | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.191 Description: Individual Records Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/10/22, Cert rep observed Staff # 1 at the facility, requested a file for Staff # 1 , and Cert Rep did not receive the file Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director will ensure all staff files are ready and accessible |
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| 2022-06-10 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 6/10/22, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed Staff # 3 with 12 children 1- 2 year old and 11- 3/4 year old Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director will post regulations to remind staff of ratio. director will ensure that we are compliant will all the child ratios in group setting |
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| 2022-05-12 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/12/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 12 childcare hours but 6 hours Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All Staff completed 12 hours of traini |
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| 2022-05-12 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 5/12/22, while reviewing staff files, Staff # 4 did not have documentation of completed NSOR clearance in file Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -4- may not work in a child care position at the facility.. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--4- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All Staff have NSOR on file. |
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| 2022-05-12 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During physical site visit on 5/16/22, Cert Rep observed Staff # 5 at the facility that was not listed on the renewal staff data sheet. While reviewing file, Staff # 5 did not have verification of education and 2500 childcare hours to qualify as AGS Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All Staff turned in diploma and transcripts. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.101(a)/3270.101(c) - Age appropriate/Include 6 categories of development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - Facility's basement childcare care space , the 3 childcare rooms located on the 2nd floor was not set up, and did not include equipment and materials appropriate to meet children's developmental needs in the emotional, cognitive, communicative, motor, physical and social development -Facility's 1st floor childcare space did not include materials appropriate to meet children's developmental needs in the emotional, cognitive, communicative, motor, physical and social development Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. Play equipment and materials shall include the items specified at 3270.101(c)(1) - (6). Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All 3 floors have been set up as a classroom space where age appropriate toys and resources have been placed in each room. The proper material that meets children development needs in emotional , cognitive, communicative, motor physical and social development, Posters have been added to the wall that invite a learning environment |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) - Written plan/Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the faciality, Cert Rep observed the following - No written daily plan of activities were posted in the basement, 1st floor and all the 2nd floor childcare spaces Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Each floor has a daily schedule with age appropriate activities posted in the group spaces. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following -Staff # 1 whose hire date 9/2/2020 health assessment was dated 1/6/19 -Staff # 3 whose hire date 9/2/20 health assessment was dated 6/5/18 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff members have completed all prerequisite clearances. The director has created a calendar reminder so that all clearances remain up to date. All staff members have up to date physicals on file. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, the facility did not have the applicable regulations posted in a conspicuous location used by parents Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location. Prior to the issuance of Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Savvy Academy has placed a copy of childcare regulations on the welcome board. The Welcome Board is a conspicuous place where the director will keep all parents updated. The Department of Human Services number and point of contact is on the welcome board. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020 while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following : -Staff # 3 whose hire date 9/2/2020 FBI was dated 1/7/14, and was incomplete. FBI did not have a rap sheet attached - Staff # 3's Mandated reporter training was dated 7/22/15 --Staff # 3's file did not include NSOR clearance Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -3- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #---3 may not work in a child care position at the facility prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff members have completed all prerequisite clearances. The director has created a calendar reminder so that all clearances remain up to date |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed toxic materials in the 1st floor unlocked bathroom cabinet -bleach, cleaning supplies that was 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. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All Toxics have been placed in locked storage closet so that children are safe and healthy. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep was able to open the windows that were located on the 2nd floor to full capacity Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The windows have been secured where they cannot be raised 6 inches or more. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following - the first aid kit located in the childcare space room straight down the hallway on the 2nd floor was missing gauze -the first aid kit located in the childcare space room 2nd floor left of stairs was missing soap Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The center has purchased all new first aid kits that include soap, bandages, gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissor, and gloves. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following - peeling paint in the large bathroom located in the basement childcare space - the window sills in the 2nd floor childcare spaces and bathroom had cobwebs and was dirty 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The crack in the wall has been repaired and all window sills have been cleaned. The center has a contract with a cleaning company that will clean the daycare daily to ensure safety for all children and staff. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.78 - Lighting | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed that the light in the small bathroom located in the basement childcare space was not working Correction Required: Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bathroom light has been repaired. Savvy Academy has employed an on call maintenance person that will ensure all lights are working properly. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of facility, Cert Rep observed that the glass door located at the front of the faciality did not have a visual strip or visual identification on glass Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The front door has a visual strip on the front glass. |
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| 2020-09-02 | Initial review | 3270.94(f) - Post evacuation routes | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection on 9/2/2020, while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed that the evacuation route was not posted in any of the childcare space- basement, 1st floor, and all 2nd floor childcare rooms Correction Required: Evacuation routes shall be posted. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Compliance |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Evacuations routes have been placed on every floor of the daycare and childcare rooms. The director will update the evacuation plans. |
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