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St Pauls Day Care

Douglassville, PA · Berks County
548 OLD SWEDE RD, Douglassville, PA 19518
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Capacity
159 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
2

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License Number
CER-00257520
License Issued
Sep 7, 2026
Active Through
Sep 7, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 13

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About the Provider

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Purpose: Provide care for the children of working parents in a loving, Christian atmosphere

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for several children who started summer camp were not in the classroom where they were receiving care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA Code 3270.124 (c) all emergency contact information for each child will be located in the classroom binder and emergency bag. Staff will keep the emergency contact information for the care group throughout the center.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The existing shaken baby/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment policy did not sufficiently address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA Code. chapter 3270.14/3270.21, the administration will compose a written policy for the facility for the prevention and identification of child maltreatment of SBS/AHT. It will be based off of the samples provided and reviewed by our inspector for compliance.
2026-06-08 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: The most recent notification to the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was 5/21/25, a period of greater than 1 year.

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.)
In order to comply PA code, Chapter 3270.717 (a) the administration will notify in writing in local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. It will include the hours of operation which will identify busier times.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff #3 did not have 12 hours of training for the training year 12/19/24 - 12/19/25. Staff#4 did not have 12 hours of training for the training year 9/9/24 - 9/9/25. Staff #5 did not have 12 hours of training for the training year 12/19/24 - 12/19/25.

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.)
In order to comply with PA code, Chapter 3270.31 (e) administration will attain verification for staff #3 12 hours of training for the training year 12/19/24-12/19/25. Administration will attain verification for staff #4 12 hours of training for the training year 9/9/24-9/9/25. Administration will attain verification for staff #5 12 hours of training for the training year 12/19/24-12/19/25.
2026-06-08 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: There was a gap of greater than one year in the annual fire safety trainings for staff #2, #3, #4, and #5. Staff #6 did not have fire safety training within 1 year of hire date (see code sheet for hire date).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.)
In order to comply with PA code, Chapter 3270.31 (e) (4) (ii) all staff members will complete annual fire safety training within one year of hire date. Administration will review the staff files on monthly basis according to their hire date.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety training. Staff #1 completed Get Started with Center -Based Care on 5/13/22 but did not complete the one hour update. Staff #1 also completed PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1, but did not complete part 2.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, Chapter 3270.31 (f) staff person number one will complete the PA required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2. Staff person number one she will be removed from classroom duties until the proper training is complete.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The incorrect disclosure form was on file for the following staff: staff #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, Chapter 3270.32 9 (a) administration will obtain properly dated disclosure statement for each staff file.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.32(c) - Convicted or awaiting trial Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(c)

Description: Convicted or awaiting trial

Noncompliance Area: Staff #11 had clearances with convictions that had not been submitted to OCDEL for review.

Correction Required: The operator may not allow an individual to enter the facility if the operator knows that the individual has been convicted or is awaiting trial on charges involving a crime of child abuse, child neglect, physical violence or moral corruptness.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply PA Code, Chapter 3270.32 (c) administration will provide copies of all clearances with convictions to OCDEL for review.
2026-06-08 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: There was no documentation of two years of experience with children to qualify staff #10 and #12 for the identified position of Assistant Group Supervisor.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code Chapter 3270.36 (b) (5) staff number 10 and 12 will provide written proof to validate the position of Assistant Group Supervisor by providing two years of experience.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted 6/10/2025, the zipper of a vinyl toy in the Toddler 1 room was broken, exposing the foam inside. Nap mats in the Kindergarten Prep and Pre-K 2 rooms were ripped, exposing the foam inside.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
New nap mats were ordered. In the meantime, current nap mats will be repaired temporarily. The vinyl toy in the Toddler 1 room was thrown away. In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.102(a), all toys and nap mats will be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the school-age room.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.111(b), Administrative staff will post a copy of a written plan of daily activities in the school age room.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, there was no fee agreement on file for child #1 (see LIS code sheet for start date).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.123(a), the parents of child number one were contacted and asked to sign a financial agreement. The administration and the parents for child number one have signed the financial agreement and is in the child's file.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3) - Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2024, emergency contact form for child #3 is missing father's work address and work phone number as well as the phone number of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3), the parents of child number three were contacted and asked to provide the father's missing work address and work phone number as well as the phone number for the child's physician. The information was received and added to the Emergency Contact form for child number three and is in the child's file.
2025-06-10 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: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, emergency contact form for child #2 is missing release person's address.

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.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.124(b)(7), the parents of child number two were contacted and asked to provide the missing address for the child's release person.. The information was received and added to the Emergency Contact form for child number two and is in the child's file.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2024, there was no emergency contact form present in the infant room for child #4.

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.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.124(c), Administrative staff will assure that there is an emergency contact for child number four in the infant classroom.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, facility's written policy for SBS/AHT does not address the prevention and identification of child 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. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.14/3270.21, the administration will compose a written policy for the facility for the prevention and identification of child maltreatment for SBS/AHT. It will be based off of the samples provided and reviewed by our inspector for compliance.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted 6/10/2025, facility's old certificate that expired on 10/7/2024 was 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.25(a), administration will post the facility's new certificate.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, staff person #1 and staff person #2 completed pediatric first-aid/CPR on 6/9/2025, which was past 90 days of their start dates (see LIS code sheet).

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.)
Certificates for pediatric first-aid/CPR on file for staff person #1 and staff person #2 are current. In order to comply with PA cade, chapter 3270.31(f), all staff will have completed pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of their start date.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, staff person #3 had PSP clearances dated 11/19/2019 and 12/5/2024 as well as child abuse clearances dated 1/24/2020 and 3/1/2025, which are past 60 months. Staff person #4 has PSP clearances on file dated 1/21/2020 and 2/19/2025 as well as child abuse clearances dated 1/29/2020 and 3/2/2024, which are past 60 months. Staff person #5 completed mandated reporter training on 1/21/2019 and 1/22/2024, which is past 60 months. Staff person #6 does not have signed, dated disclosure on file. Most recent NSOR clearance in the file of staff person #7 is dated 1/28/2020, which is past 60 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility until valid NSOR clearance is on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Clearances on file for staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 are current. Staff person #6 signed and dated a disclosure statement and it is in their file. Staff person #7 was suspended until NSOR clearance is on file. In order to comply with PA codes 3270.32(a)3270.192(4) all staff files will include valid PSP clearances, NSOR clearances, child abuse clearances and mandated reporter training on file. All staff clearances will be updated within 60 months of original date of procurement as well as Mandated reporter training. Also, all staff will have a valid signed and dated disclosure on file.
2025-06-10 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection conducted on 6/10/2025, facility's smoke alarm testing log reflects that smoke alarms were tested past 30 days from 3/11/2025-4/11/2025.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire detection testing log is current. In order to comply with PA code, Chapter 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b), administration will assure that the facility's smoke alarm testing log reflects that the alarms are tested every 30 days.
2024-11-22 Incident Investigation 3270.21/3270.105 - General Health and Safety/High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21/3270.105

Description: General Health and Safety/High Chairs

Noncompliance Area: Incident investigation verified that an infant fell out of a high chair on 11/8/2024 after child was dropped off by a family member who placed the child in the high chair. Staff did not realize that the family member did not strap the child in, and the child fell out when the staff member removed the tray from the high chair.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moving forward, staff members will place the children in the high chairs for family members, being sure to strap in each child properly. When removing a child from a high chair, staff will first check that the child is strapped into the chair before removing the tray.
2024-07-03 Renewal 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(b)

Description: Posted in group space

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Toddler 1 room.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA Code, chapter 3270.111 (b), Administrative staff will post a copy of a written plan of daily activities in the Toddler One classroom.
2024-07-03 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: During renewal inspection, release person's address and phone number were missing from emergency contact form of child #1.

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.)
In order to comply with PA Code, chapter 3270.124 (b) (7), parents of child #1 were contacted and asked to provide emergency contact pick up person's address, and telephone number. The information was received and added to the emergency contact for child#1.
2024-07-03 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, immunization record on file for child #2 reflects that child has had 2 of 3 doses each of DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Rotavirus vaccines. There is no exemption on file. Child #2 is an infant (see LIS code sheet for DOB).

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 7/3/2024 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to maintain compliance of PA Code, chapter 3270.131 (3) (d) (5), 3270.131 (e) (3), The parents of child #2 were contacted and required to submit updated vaccination records for their child. Records were received.
2024-07-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when arises/Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when arises/Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, parent letter explaining facility's emergency plan (Attachment 9 in emergency plan) does not include method to contact parents when an emergency situation arises and also does not address how parents will be notified that emergency situation has ended and how to reunify with their child/ren.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. 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.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270-27 (a) (3)/3270 (a) (4), A letter to the families will be included in our Emergency Plan to inform the parents to utilize the Brightwheel application for communications at the onset, during, and after an emergency has ended for reunited with children. Parents may utilize our Facebook, St. Paul's website, local radio station, WFMZ, and TV Channel 69 for updates
2024-07-03 Renewal 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, parent letter explaining facility's emergency plan (Attachment 9 in emergency plan) does 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.)
In order to comply with PA Code, chapter 3270.27 (a) (5), a letter to families will be included in our Emergency Plan (Attachment 9) to inform families of our plan to evacuate infants, toddler, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions by assigning all staff who are not in ratio to assist these children in our care.
2024-07-03 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, the following staff files were found to be noncompliant with CPSL/Chapter 3490: Staff person #2: PSP request dated 6/6/2023, which is not an acceptable clearance. NSOR clearance was obtained 6/26/2024, which was past 45-day provisional period (see LIS code sheet for start date). Staff person #3: PSP clearances on file are dated 12/20/2017 and 1/1/2023, which is past 60 months. Staff person #4: PSP clearances on file are dated 11/1/2018 and 1/5/2024, which is past 60 months. Child abuse clearances on file are dated 10/31/2018 and 1/19/2024, which is past 60 months. FBI clearances on file are dated 11/30/2018 and 1/5/2024, which are past 60 months. Mandated reporter trainings on file are dated 1/2/2019 and 1/15/2024, which is past 60 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until acceptable PSP clearances are on file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All clearances are current.
2024-07-03 Renewal 3270.37(b) - Aide qualifications Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)

Description: Aide qualifications

Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, staff #1, who was hired as an aide, does not have proof of at least an 8th grade education on file.

Correction Required: An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In order to comply with PA code, chapter 3270.37 (b), staff hires for aide positions will include verification of completion of at least an eighth grade education. Transcripts and documentation to support this regulation will be obtained at the onset of employment.
2024-02-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/25/24, child #1 was left unsupervised in the classroom for approximately 2 minutes.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of three hours of PQAS-approved in-person training, including technical assistance, regarding supervision of children. This training must be completed as a live training or in-person. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff are assigned caregiver groups for supervision of specific children on and off the premises. The center will meet with STARS trainer and arrange for and complete 3 hours of PQAS approved, live or in-person training. This will include technical assistance regarding the supervision of children. This mandatory training will be scheduled and completed by all staff as soon as possible.
2024-02-01 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) - Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: On 1/25/24, child #1 was left unsupervised in the classroom for approximately 2 minutes.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff will be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children as part of a caregiver group. Each staff will utilize a name tag to represent each child in their caregiver group. The tags will be on the staff person's lanyard. The staff will be physically present at all times with the children in their care. Children will be supervised at all times.
2023-10-17 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation on 10/17/23, child #1 was missing the third dose of Hepatitis B vaccine; child #2 and #3 were missing the second dose of Hepatitis A. No exemption letters were on file. Child #1, #2, and #3 must be removed from care until proper documentation is on file.

Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All missing immunization records will be collected by 10/20. Children will be removed from care until all proper documentation is on file.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the cots in Room 132 were not placed with 2 feet of space on three sides during nap time.

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.)
We moved cots to proper spacing immediately.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the refrigerator in room 125 that contained the children's lunches and snacks read 50 degrees. Upon a second check, the thermometer read 47 degrees.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We adjusted the temperature to the appropriate cooling temperature. We then verified that the temperature was accurate at multiple checks throughout the afternoon.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the information about the growth and development of Child #1 was not provided on the Department's approved 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.)
Child #1's CSR was signed by a parent and placed in the child's file.
2023-07-17 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: During the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the emergency contact information for child #2 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.)
The parent for child #2 completed the missing section of the emergency contact form.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the health assessment for Staff #2 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 will have a physician or CRNP complete the staff health assessment form.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the file of Staff #3 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #3 will provide a 2nd non-family reference letter to administration.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the operator had not provided the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
It has been added to our parent handbook that PA Child Care Regulations can be found electronically with instructions on how to locate them and which regional office to contact.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, the operator had not provided the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures that included lockdown, and accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with special needs, and children with chronic medical conditions.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have added to our parent letter for our emergency plan that our plan includes lock down procedures and instructions for staff for accommodating infants, toddlers, children with special needs and children with chronic medical conditions.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, Staff #1 (see code sheet for hire date) did not have the NSOR and must be removed from care. There was no signed disclosure statement on file for Staff #4.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was off the schedule until NSOR was received. It was received in the mail on 7/19/23. Staff #4 signed a disclosure statement on 7/18/23.
2023-07-17 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: As of the renewal inspection on 7/17/23, Staff #2 did not have documentation of two years of experience with children to qualify for the stated assistant group supervisor position.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 provided a employment verification form to show proof of hours.
2022-08-29 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 8/29/22 during the renewal inspection, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Ten hour Health and Safety training after 6/30/18.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or above who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will be supervised by an AGS or above who has completed all of the required trainings.
2022-08-29 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 8/29/22 during the renewal inspection, one of the two references for Staff #1 was from a relative.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will obtain a non-family reference.
2022-08-29 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 8/29/22 during the renewal inspection, Staff #2 and #3 had 11 annual hours of training and Staff #4 had 6.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will complete training so they have 12 hours.
2022-08-29 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 and staff person #6 have not completed an approved mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person/facility person/volunteer #5 and #6 will have until 9/13/22 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 and #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an(AGS or above who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #5 and #6, staff person #5 and #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #5 and #6 will be supervised by an AGS or above who has completed all required trainings until they complete the mandated reporter training through University of Pittsburgh.
2022-08-29 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: On 8/29/22 during the renewal inspection, there was insufficient documentation to qualify staff #7, #8, and #9 for the stated Assistant Group Supervisor position.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Admin staff will verify required years of experience by using the Employment Verification form.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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