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Something To Grow On Edu

Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
5924 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Quick Facts

Capacity
30 children
Age range (listing information)
6 mo. - 5 years
May not reflect the ages served today. Please confirm with the provider.
Type of Care
Daytime, Full-Time
Transportation
Field Trips
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 595-2140
5924 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00253150
License Issued
Mar 15, 2026
Active Through
Mar 15, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
Accreditation
Keystone Star 3
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 22

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About the Provider

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Something to Grow On Educational Center, Inc. (STGO) provides developmentally-appropriate programs for children aged 6 months to 5 years. STGO believes that each child is unique and therefore requires a program that stimulates their individuality.





The center provides activities that enable children to explore and enhance the child’s intellectual, creative, social, emotional, and physical development.

Additional Information:

Something to Grow On has a Children's Garden that helps children learn about nutritious eating and where these foods come from.  The children have harvested:  tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, spagetti squash and sage.  The children then took the harvest and prepared a meal via a cooking activity.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: While conducting my inspection I observed that the toddler room did not contain a posted daily schedule.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The program immediately posted in the affected classroom. The schedule was reviewed with classroom staff to ensure they understand the daily routine and can follow it consistently. The schedule is now posted in a visible location in the classroom for staff, parents, and licensing review.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: While conducting my inspection I observed that staff 4, did not know whom they were responsible for.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The center immediately reviewed classroom staffing assignments to ensure staff members are consistently assigned to the same group of children. Staff were reminded of the importance of knowing the children in their care, including their names, needs, and any relevant information in their records.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include their date of admission on their agreement form.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff were reminded of the importance of completing all required sections of documentation, including signatures and dates, to ensure records are accurate and complete.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff were reminded of the importance of completing all required sections of documentation, including signatures and dates, to ensure records are accurate and complete.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, 3, did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff were reminded of the importance of completing all required sections of documentation, including signatures and dates, to ensure records are accurate and complete. The director reviewed the paperwork with the staff member responsible and confirmed that all required information has now been properly completed.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.131(a)(3) - Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)(3)

Description: Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 2, did not include a current copy of their shoot record.

Correction Required: The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately reviewed all children's files to identify the missing immunization records. The parents/guardians of the affected child(ren) were contacted and asked to provide the required immunization documentation
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the update and required policy changes for shaken baby syndrome. 1. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon notification of the missing policy, the program immediately reviewed licensing regulations to identify the required updates that were not included. The policy has now been revised and added to the center's policy handbook. All staff members will review the updated policy to ensure understanding and implementation.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4, did not include acceptable verification of experience.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Reviewed the staff member's personnel file and confirmed that verification of experience was not on file. The staff member was contacted and asked to provide documentation verifying their previous work experience. Verification of experience will be obtained from the previous employer and placed in the employee's personnel file. The director will review the file to ensure all required documentation is complete.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 4, did not include a current physical or PPD.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately reviewed all staff files and identified the employees missing required health assessments and TB test documentation.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Th program immediately reviewed licensing regulations to identify the required policy that was not included. The policy has now been revised and added to the center's policy handbook. All staff members will review the updated policy to ensure understanding and implementatio
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 3, 4, 5, did not include their annual emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency preparedness plan was reviewed in full with all staff, including procedures for fire evacuation, lockdown, shelter-in-place, relocation, and medical emergencies. Documentation of training attendance, including staff signatures and training date, has been placed in each employee's personnel file. Any newly hired staff will complete emergency plan training prior to working independently with children
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, did not include their 12 clock hours of child care training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Reviewed all staff training records and identified staff members who were missing required training.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.33(d) - Age and Training/General requirements for facility persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.33(d)

Description: Age and Training/General requirements for facility persons

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2-4, did not contain a current first aid/CPR training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. All facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Until certification is renewed, those staff members will not be left alone with children and will work under the supervision of staff who are currently certified in First Aid and CPR. Once training is completed, copies of the certification cards will be placed in each employee's personnel file for documentation.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 3, did not include their annual written evaluation.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Reviewed personnel files and identified staff members who were missing evaluations. All affected staff have been scheduled for a formal performance evaluation.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: While conducting my inspection I observed peeling paint on the wall by the mirror in the infant room. I observed peeling paint on the wall in the block area, library, and by the bathroom in the preschool room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The area where peeling paint was observed was immediately addressed. The damaged paint was removed and the area was repaired and repainted using child-safe, non-toxic paint.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have their evacuation routes posted on the second floor or the third floor.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately re-created and posted clear evacuation routes in all required locations, including classrooms, hallways, and common areas. The routes indicate primary and secondary exits and are displayed at a height visible to staff, children, and visitors.
2025-05-27 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.34(b) - Director qualifications Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)

Description: Director qualifications

Noncompliance Area: During my investigation, if was found that the facility did not have a qualified director.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Dionna has been appointed as primary of the program. Ms. Adams will be onsite Monday - Friday 9am to 4pm. The program statue was change from a center to a group. The paperwork was submitted 5/28/25 to reflect the change.
2025-05-27 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: During my investigation, it was found that facility did not have a director worker onsite a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ms. Dionna Adam has been hired as the program primary staff person and will be onsite daily to support children, staff, families, and supervise the program daily.
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1, did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The form was represented to the child¿s parent who completed the form in its entirety & confirmed that all information was current and accurate .
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
DLS emergency plan procedure has been updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers , children with disabilities , and children with chronic medical conditions.
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that a emergency drill had not been conducted.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Forms and requirements were reviewed. VCH and DLS staff conducted an emergency drill (Shelter in place -active shooter) on 2/13/2025.
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not obtain their annual emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff were immediately directed to enroll in and complete Emergency Preparedness Training .
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 3, did not obtain their annual fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff were immediately directed to enroll in and complete Fire Drill Training .
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.37(c) - Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(c)

Description: Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed staff 3 an aid was not being supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Correction Required: An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ms. Thompson was combined with has since worked alongside one of our Lead Teachers (M.G)
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the wall in the first-floor front room under the window, and in the doorway between the kitchen and the front room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The wall where the paint was chipped has been restored and repainted .
2025-01-20 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, it was observed that the facility was not conducting fire drills every 60 days.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A fire drill was conducted on 2/13/2025. Time ,date, names of staff and children included in this drill was documented.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.101(c) - Include 6 categories of development Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.101(c)

Description: Include 6 categories of development

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the front room & back room did not have all the required play equipment and materials.

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials shall include the items specified at §3270.101(c)(1) - (6).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all measured spaces have play equipment that shall facilitate the child's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 5, 6, did not have signed agreement form by the operator and the parent.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-5 did not have the specify amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-5 and 7, did not have the services that the facility provides on their agreement form.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-6, did not have a specify persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the agreement form are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 3-7, did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, 5, & 7, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number on their emergency contact sheet.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, 4, did not have the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on their emergency contact sheet.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the classrooms did not have emergency contact sheet for the children.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all classrooms have emergency contact sheet for every child.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the measured spaces did not have posted emergency transportation plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all required postings are always posted.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.14 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 2. Prevention/identification of maltreatment

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all required policy and procedures are created.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.166(1)/3270.166(4) - Written statement/Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)/3270.166(4)

Description: Written statement/Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the infants did not have written feeding schedules from their parents, and bottles were not labeled.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all baby bottles are always labeled with the child's name, and written feeding schedule from parents.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.171(b) - Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(b)

Description: Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.

Correction Required: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all required postings are always posted.
2024-01-22 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 Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 5-8, did not have all the required signatures on their emergency contact sheet.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all areas on the emergency contact sheet are filled in completely.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not include acceptable verification of experience.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that each staff person has verification of their experience.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(4)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff files I observed staff 2 hired on January 2 2023, does not contain a completed NSOR certification. Staff 3 hired on October 2023, file does not contain a child abuse clearance, state police clearance, or an FBI clearance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 2, 3, will always comply with CPSL. Staff 2, 3, will not work at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(a)(2) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(2)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include the evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that their emergency plan includes all required information.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include how they were going to contact their parents after an emergency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that their emergency plan includes all required information.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure their emergency plan includes accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted their annual emergency drill.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will create an emergency drill log and practice different emergencies drills at least once a year.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility had not reviewed their emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed or documented it.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will review their emergency plan annually to make sure that it is always complete and current, and document when it was reviewed.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not have their annual emergency plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all incoming and current staff receive emergency plan training when they are hired, and annually after that.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the facility had not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that send their emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not complete their annual fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all incoming & current staff have fire safety training annually.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1-3, did not have the health & safety training, and or the 1 hour updated health & safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all incoming staff complete their health & safety training within 90 days of hire.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.34(b) - Director qualifications Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(b)

Description: Director qualifications

Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the staff's files I observed that the facility does not a qualified director.

Correction Required: A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will hire a qualified director to run the day-to-day operation.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61

Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the measured childcare space in the basement was not being used as measured due to construction.

Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that once the construction is done it is set up as a measured childcare space.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the water was temping at 114 degrees.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that the hot water in the facility does not exceed 110 degrees.
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that several rooms were missing items from their first-aid kits. Front Room - scissors, tweezers Back Room - tweezers 2nd Floor - scissors, tweezers, bandages

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make sure that all first aid kit always has the follow items in them (adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves).
2024-01-22 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During my inspection I observed that the door frame to the main hallway is coming off the wall.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will make all necessary repairs to make sure that the facility is always in good repair and free of hazards.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection dated 2/16/2023, certification representative observed that child #1 was asleep in a playpen that did not have 2 feet of space on three sides of it.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will move the playpen to the opposite side of the room and make sure that there is 2 feet on three sides of playpen when child is napping.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: During inspection dated 2/16/2023, certification representative observed that the facility did not have an annual notification of the local traffic safety authorities.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will create and email letter to the authorities.
2023-02-16 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection dated 2/16/2023, certification representative observed that in the first fl middle room, first fl back room and in the room called Justins room upstairs, there was hand soap on the sinks which was accessible to children. Also, there was a large hand sanitizer container near the steps to go upstairs to Justins room. The hand sanitizer 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remove the hand soap and the hand sanitizer to make it inaccessible to children.
2022-09-15 Initial review 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection dated 9/15/2022, certification representative observed that the cubby in revelations room was not secured to the wall and posed as a safety hazard. Also, a tablet table on lower level was very wabbly and needed to be secured.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To move the cubby to entryway, and secure it to the wall with L brackets. For the tablet table, it will be thrown away in the trash.
2022-09-15 Initial review 3270.81 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.81

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: During initial inspection dated 9/15/2022 certification representative observed a low glass window between the office and revelations room that had no visual identification to identify it.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Put stickers on window.

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