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Stone Umc Childrens Center

Meadville, PA · Crawford County
956 S Main St 2ND FLOOR, Meadville, PA 16335
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Capacity
84 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
4

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📞 (814) 807-0052
956 S Main St, 2ND FLOOR
Meadville, PA 16335
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00251388
License Issued
Feb 8, 2026
Active Through
Feb 8, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 1

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A nurturing & responsive environment where young children can grow & learn through the context of play.

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-27 Self-Reported Non Compliance 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: It was self-reported and verified through staff interviews that on 5/14/2026 from 7:37 a.m. to 7:52 a.m., Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were in the Big Room supervising 16 children consisting of 9 preschool-age children, 5 older toddler-age children, and 2 young toddler-age children. The required staff-to-child ratios are 1:5 for young toddlers, 1:6 for older toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool-age children. Based on the ages and number of children present, a minimum of three staff persons was required. Therefore, the facility was noncompliant with the required staff-to-child ratio.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The center has immediately added additional staff members to increase coverage, to provide support during unexpected absences. This includes three additional new staff.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 306 where children's lunches will be stored.

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.)
Director obtained and put in a thermometer in the fridge on the 3rd floor.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The most recent child service report on file for Child #2 is dated 3.7.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #4 contained child service reports dated 6.18.24 and 1.24.25, more than 6 months apart, and a child service report dated 3.12.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #5 contained child service reports dated 2.20.24 and 1.24.25, more than 6 months apart, and a child service report dated 3.12.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #6, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months does not include a child service report.

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.)
The service report for all children is updated but more than 6 months past due.
2025-11-18 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: The emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 does not include the work address for 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.)
The correct emergency contact form was printed out with a spot for guardians to put their work addresses. Director had parents of children #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 update the form to show work address.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #2 are dated 1.27.25 and 10.24.25, more than 6 months apart. The 2 most recent emergency contact form 6-month review signatures on file for Child #4 are dated 11.29.23 and 9.9.25, more than 6 months apart and the 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #4 are dated 11.29.23 and 9.28.25, more than 6 months apart. The 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #6 are dated 4.8.25 and 11.10.25, more than 6 months apart and the file does not include a 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form, and the child has been enrolled for more than 6 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Assistant director did obtain necessary documentation signatures; however, it was not done via the 6-month time period.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who was a Young Toddler, are dated 3.19.24 and 5.16.25, more than 6 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The assistant director will check child files to make sure health reports for young toddlers are dated no more than 6 months apart and inform parents in a timely manner when needed.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, are dated 1.2.24 and 9.25.25, more than 12 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The assistant director will check child files to make sure health reports for preschoolers are dated no more than 12 months apart and inform parents in a timely manner when needed.
2025-11-18 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: The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is an older toddler included 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.

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 on 11.18.25 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.)
Director had parent of child #2 bring in documentation that said child did received their vaccinations.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: There was a bottle of pain-relief antiseptic spray in Room 212 labeled for use by a specific child which did not have written parental permission to administer.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There was a parent written consent form and parent did indeed sign the medication log for med to be applied to the child.
2025-11-18 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: Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised; Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1.

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 #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #5 was instructed to take the Pa Required health and Safety training Part 1&2 before being left unsupervised.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #3 were dated 2.6.23 and 5.5.25, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 were dated 6.5.23 and 7.30.25, more than 24 months apart.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff have obtained health assessments but were dated more than 24 months apart.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.166(1) - Written statement Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(1)

Description: Written statement

Noncompliance Area: Child #1, who is under 12 months old, did not have a written feeding plan on file submitted by the parent.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director obtained child #1's feeding plan from the files and gave to the staff member in the infant classroom.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.166(5) - Six-months-old held Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(5)

Description: Six-months-old held

Noncompliance Area: A five-month-old infant was observed in the Infant room being fed a bottle sitting in an infant seat, without being held by a staff person.

Correction Required: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director informed all staff members in the center that all children under the age of 6 months need to be held when bottle fed.
2025-11-18 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 facility does not have verification of an annual traffic safety letter notifying local traffic authorities of the facility location and vehicular and pedestrian routes around the facility.

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.)
Director sent over via email verification of the center's annual traffic letter notifying local traffic authorities of the facility location and vehicular and pedestrian routes of the center.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The letter to the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, 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.)
Director provided a letter to all parents notifying parents explaining the center's emergency procedures. Director also included the letter in new child enrollment packets.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility does not have documentation verifying that the most recent emergency plan was submitted 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.)
Director sent over via email and got conformation that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #4 are dated 4.4.24 and 9.24.25, more than 12 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #4 has taken the annual fire safety training on 9/24/2025
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 & 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 #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #5 was instructed to take the Pa Required health and Safety training Part 1&2 before being left unsupervised.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR certificates dated 3.6.20 & 10.15.25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #2 includes criminal history clearances dated 7.31.20 & 10.8.25; and NSOR certificates dated 3.5.20 & 3.10.25, all more than 60 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff obtained clearances late and was corrected.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #4, who was observed working unsupervised and who is classified as an Assistant Group supervisor, does not include verification of their education and experience to meet the required qualifications.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director found Staff number's high school diploma and hours showing 2 years of experience.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.67(d)

Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

Noncompliance Area: There was an unlidded trashcan in the hallway outside the gross motor room that contained used food wrappers and soiled napkins.

Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director purchased trashcan with lids.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: The windows in Room 306 on the 3rd floor, which were all accessible to children, were not restricted to opening 6" or less.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director contacted the building manager on 12/1/2025 and informed that the windows need to not open more than 6 inches in room 306. Director was in contact with the building manager, which was stated the parts for the window will be arriving 12/30/2025 through the mail and will be put in on or before 1/2/2025.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: There was no first aid kit in Room 306.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director obtained a 1st aid kit for room 306.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in Room 204/205 did not include tweezers. The first aid kit in Room 212 did not include gauze.

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.)
Director obtained tweezers for room 204/205 and gauze for room 212.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: There were no handwashing signs at the 2 toilets or 2 sinks in the 3rd floor bathrooms.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director put up hand washing signs in the bathrooms on the 3rd floor.
2025-11-18 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: There were no lidded trashcans in the 2 bathrooms on the 3rd floor.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director purchased and put lidded trash cans in the bathrooms on the 3rd floor.
2025-11-18 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: The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 4.16.25 and 5.27.25; 6.24.25 and 7.28.25; 7.28.25 and 9.19.25; and 10.16.25 and 11.17.25, all more than 30 days apart.

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 alarm was done and documented, but not within 30 days apart.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: There was a broken Zoob connecting toy in Room 212 that was broken, with rough edges.

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.)
The toy was disposed of during the inspection and is no longer in the classroom.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: There was no daily activity schedule posted in Room 204/205 and Room 206.

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.)
Director had rooms 204/205 and 206 post their daily activity schedule in their classrooms.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #4 does not include the child's date of admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The agreement was updated to include the child's date of admission.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The current emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director had parent of Child #4 indicate on the emergency contact form if there were any special medical needs.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director had the parent update the emergency contact form for Child #4 and add the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.
2024-12-12 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: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1, #2, and #4 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will have parents of Child #1, #2, and #4 complete in its entirety the emergency contact form to have a complete address for each listed release person.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool child. are dated 7.27.22 and 1.23.24 more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, who is a preschool child, are dated 3.14.22 and 1.19.24 more than 12 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 and #3 both have a current health assessment on file.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: There was Infant Tylenol in room 204/205 labeled for use by a specific child without written parental consent to administer that did not have written parental permission to administer.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director had parent of child that had Tylenol in Room 204/205 sign a medication log giving consent to administer the medication.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 does not include documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #4 was dated 4.29.24. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #7 were dated 9.8.22 and 10.31.24, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #9 were dated 3.27.22 and 4.17.24, more than 24 months apart.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will make sure going forward that staff will have their yearly physical's completed by the day of the previous documented date and prior to working with children.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1) - Physical examination Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)

Description: Physical examination

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #6 states the staff person did not have a physical exam.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director obtained additional documentation from the staff person regarding their health assessment.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Staff person #6 does not include the physician or health care professional'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.)
Director obtained additional documentation from the staff person regarding their health assessment.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation of a completed emergency drill conducted within the last 12 months.

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.)
Director filled out an emergency drill log for the year 2024. It was documented on the computer but not on a log and not made available at the time of inspection.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #4 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.26.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart. The file for Staff person #6 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 10.31.24. The file for Staff person #7 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.28.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart. The file for Staff person #8 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 3.25.24. The file for Staff person #9 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.26.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will have a list of all staff's trainings to refer to when trainings are due.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The letter to the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, 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.)
Director will send parents a letter informing them of the center's emergency plan.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #7 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 10.21.24, after the expiration date of 5.31.24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will make sure CPR/First Aid training will be conducted on or before the yearly due date.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #4 are dated 8.16.23 and 9.16.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #5 are dated 8.16.23 and 11.11.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #7 are dated 8.31.23 and 10.23.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #9 are dated 8.25.23 and 11.4.24, more than 1 year apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4, #5, #7, and #9 have current Fire Safety training on file. Director will maintain a list of all staff's trainings to refer to when trainings are due.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #7 includes 6 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 9.2023-9.2024; 6 additional hours between 5.8.24-10.23.24 are borrowed to equal the required 12 hours.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #7 has completed their required annual training hours and documentation is filed.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 will have until 1.22.25 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director will have Staff #2 complete the training professional development, Get Started with Center-based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person/facility person/volunteer #7 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5.12.18.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #7 will have until 1.22.25 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #7 staff person #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #7 has completed mandated reporter training.
2024-12-12 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: The file for Staff person #1 includes criminal history clearances dated 9.26.18 and 11.29.23; child abuse clearances dated 11.1.18 and 11.29.23; and FBI clearances dated 10.11.18 and 12.8.23, all more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #9 includes criminal history clearances dated 8.19.18 and 11.20.23; child abuse clearances dated 8.4.18 and 11.20.23; and FBI clearances dated 8.4.18 and 11.21.23, all more than 60 months apart. The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #3, #8 is not dated, making it invalid.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and #9 have current clearances on file. The director had Staff person #3 and #8 dtaed their disclosure statements.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #3, #8, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director verbally confirmed Staff person #8's 2500 hours of childcare experience. Director obtained Staff #3's high school diploma.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #4 are dated 11.1.22 and 12.2.24, more than 1 year apart. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person 5 is dated 9.12.23, more than 1 year ago. The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #7 are dated 9.19.23 and 12.3.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #9 are dated 3.19.23 and 11.19.24, more than 1 year apart.

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.)
Staff person #4, #7, and #9 have a current evaluation on file. Director will complete a staff evaluation for Staff person #5.
2024-12-12 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: There was peeling paint in Room 204/205 around the window wells.

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 Director notified the entity of the repairs needed to the window wells.
2024-12-12 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: The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 5.10.24-6.13.24 and 7.3.24-8.7.24, more than 30 days apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The 30-day fire alarm test log is up to date.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1-#4 all contained the original agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
No original fee agreements will be placed in the child files.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #5 is lacking the health insurance policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's policy number was added to her emergency contact form.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1,3 and 4 contain current emergency contact and financial agreements that were updated greater than 6 months after the most recent update. The file for child #5 contains emergency contact and financial agreement that has not been updated in the last 6 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The appropriate updates were obtained from the family.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #3, preschool aged, does not contain an initial health report that was received within 60 days of the first day of attendance. The file does contain a current health report. The file for child #5, young toddler, does not contain a health report and has been in attendance greater than 60 days.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current health report was added to child #5's file.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5, young toddler, does not contain a health report received in the past 6 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A current health assessment was placed in the child's file.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) - Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5, young toddler, is lacking an immunization report and has been in attendance for greater than 60 days. Child #5 must be removed from care until a current immunization report or exemption letter is received.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.)
A current immunization report was put into the child's file.
2023-12-11 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 facility Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment Policy does not address recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.

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.)
The Director will add recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma to the existing policy.
2023-12-11 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 file for staff person #5 contains a Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 that was completed after the required date of 12/30/2022. The training is now completed.

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.)
Already corrected.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1 and #6 contain current health assessments conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The files are now current.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Already current.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #2 and #4 contain current mandated reporter training that was completed greater than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training. The training is now current.

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.)
Already corrected.
2023-12-11 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: The file for staff person #3 contains current child abuse, criminal history and FBI clearances that were obtained after the previous clearances had expired. The clearances are now current.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
File is current.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #7, serving as an aide, is lacking verification of education to qualify as an aide.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Obtain a copy of staff's high school diploma to have in her file.
2023-12-11 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed on the wall in the girl's restroom an area where several pink tiles had fallen 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.)
The trustees have made the call to the company to come repair the wall. Tiles have been ordered awaiting an actual repair date.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: Observed in each of the five child files reviewed that the original financial agreement was maintained in the child's file.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moving forward parents will receive the original agreement and a copy will be placed in the child's file.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 contained emergency contact information lacking health insurance coverage information.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent was contacted again about missing information. If there is no insurance for the child then they will be asked to place a line through that box or write N/A to let us know that they did not just forget to fill that portion out.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, #2 and #3 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessments.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff have current health assessments on file.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 contains only 8 of the required 12 training hours during the period 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021. The file for staff person #2 contains only 11 of the required 12 training hours during the same period. Staff 1 and 2 have since completed additional trainings and are now current.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff had taking additional trainings and are now current.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.31(g) - Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(g)

Description: Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 contains health and safety training obtained on 9/14/2016. The file for Staff Person #2 contains health and safety training obtained on 9/27/2016. Training obtained prior to 9/30/2016 is not acceptable.

Correction Required: Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 and #2 will complete the new 10 hr Health and Safety training to replace the existing training they have on file.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 contains a current mandated reporter training completed after the previous training expired. The file is now current.

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.)
Staff has a current mandated reporter training on fine.
2022-12-09 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: The file for staff person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking a completed NSOR verification obtained prior to 7/1/2020 as required under CPSL for all staff employed prior to 12/19/2020. The file does contain a completed NSOR verification.

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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
There is a current NSOR on file.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #2 and #3 contain current written evaluations that were completed greater than 12 months after the previous evaluation. The files are now current.

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.)
All staff have current evaluations on file at this time.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: The water temp in the sink in the Starfish room measured greater than 110 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.)
This was corrected while the certification rep was on site. The hot water was turned off.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Observed crumbling plaster on the window ledge in the Manatees 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.)
A work order was put into the trustees who are in charge of physical plant.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Observed exposed protruding bolts at the base of the toilets in bathrooms on both the second and third floors.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A work order request was put in to get covers for the bolts.
2022-12-09 Renewal 3270.82(i) - Lidded waste receptacles Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(i)

Description: Lidded waste receptacles

Noncompliance Area: The third floor bathrooms and both the second floor and third floor hallway sinks were lacking covered trash receptacles.

Correction Required: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
New lidded trash cans were ordered to replace exiting cans.
2022-12-09 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: The fire alarm test log identified that the alarm test exceeded 30 days between tests on 8/5/2022 and 9/26/2022.

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.)
This has already been corrected. The fire alarm has been tested within 30 days every month since 9/26/22.
2021-12-13 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The child file for Child #1, who is a preschool aged child, lacked a flu shot for 2020.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The signed waiver was sent to the cert. rep. on 12/20/21.
2021-12-13 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: In Room 212 (Beluga) a bottle of children's pain and fever medication was observed to have expired as of 10/21.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The med was removed from the med box in front of cert. rep.
2021-12-13 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for Staff person #1 contained a current health assessment dated 11/8/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 7/9/19 health assessment. The staff file for Staff person #2 contained a current health assessment dated 11/29/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 10/30/19 health assessment. The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current health assessment dated 11/11/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 1/10/19 health assessment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff physicals are current at this time.
2021-12-13 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: Operator updated the facility emergency plan to include a lockdown procedure, accommodations for infant and toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions however the operator self reported that the date in which the emergency plan was updated to include that required information was not documented in writing.

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.)
The emergency plan was updated and reviewed within the year. The date that the updated procedures were added was missing. The date they were updated has been added to the cover of the emergency plan along with a signature.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #3 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the admission date.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The admission date was added. In the future will double check all paperwork before filing it in child's file to ensure all information is included.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #1, who is an older toddler, contained a copy of their immunization status which lacked an annual influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP; the child was last vaccinated for influenza on 3/1/17. The child file for child #2, who is a preschool aged child, contained a copy of their immunization status which lacked the Hep A vaccination.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will touch base with the parents to make sure they either have the updated immunization record that includes the missing vaccine and if not will ask them to get it or sign the exemption letter. In the future will use the child vaccination schedule from CDC to ensure child vaccinations schedules are up to date.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for staff person #6, who has a start date working with children of 6/12/19, contained a health assessment that was dated 6/19/19 which was conducted after her start date working with children. The staff file for staff person #8, lacked an updated health assessment; the last health assessment on file is dated 9/18/17. The staff file for staff person #8, lacked an updated health assessment; the last health assessment on file is dated 2/10/17.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will obtain updated health assessment. In the future health assessments will be provided before staff start in classroom and updated every two years.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for staff person #6, who has a start date working with children of 6/12/19, contained a tuberculosis screening and the results were dated 6/19/19 which was conducted after her start date working with children.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has current TB test on file. In the future TB tests will be provided before staff start in classroom.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #2 contained a financial agreement and emergency contact information form that were not reviewed and updated by the parent at least once in a 6 month period. The dates of the last two reviews were 11/30/18 and 10/23/19.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child's file has been updated. In the future child files will be checked every 6 months to ensure parent reviews file and signs off.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for staff person #4, who has a start date working with children as 4/29/19, lacked a valid State Police clearance as well as lacked a valid disclosure statement on file. The State Police clearance on file was a volunteer clearance and the disclosure statement on file was not signed by a witness. The staff file for staff person #8 lacked a valid disclosure statement; the disclosure statement that was on file was not signed by a witness.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #4 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #4--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Printed out new form and had staff resign them and director signed as witness with today's date. Will have Staff #4 get a new clearance. In the future I will review clearances to ensure they are not volunteer and that disclosures are signed and dated by a witness.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for staff person #1 lacked a written evaluation for 2019; the last written evaluation on file was dated 2/28/18. The staff file for staff person #2 lacked a written evaluation for 2019; the last written evaluation on file was dated 7/18/18. The staff file for staff person #5, who has a start date working with children as 10/12/18, lacked a written evaluation. The staff file for staff person #7, who has a start date working with children as 9/17/18, lacked a 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.)
Will do staff evaluations on staff who are missing current evaluations. In the future will add evaluation dates to the staff tracking board to help ensure dates are not missed.
2019-12-09 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The staff file for staff person #3, who is considered an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 1 year of experience with children.

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.)
Will get the employer verification form completed by previous employer. In the future if they have a previous child care employer will have them fill out the form to show their experience.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In Room 212 seven cots used for naptime were observed to be labeled with a number and not the name of a specific child for which it is to be used by.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will get a cot list posted on the wall. In the future we will ensure current cot list is posted and reflects the child's name and number of their cot.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In Room 211, at approximately 12:58pm during naptime, Staff person #5 was observed to be sitting at a table next to a toy shelving unit, with a height of about 36 inches, that was obstructing Staff person #5's view of one child who was sleeping on the opposite side of that toy shelving unit thus resulting in Staff person #5 not being able to properly see, hear, direct, and assess the needs of that one child.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Toy shelving was moved to allow staff to properly supervise all children. In the future staff will evaluate the best place to position themselves to allow for proper supervision of all children.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #3 contained a finanical agreement form that lacked the fee amount.

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.)
The financial agreement form will be completed and reviewed with mom and signed off by her. In the future director will ensure all forms are filled out in its entirety.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #1, who has been enrolled in care since 4/16/18 and child #3, who has been enrolled in care since 6/11/18, lacked a completed child service report on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will do an updated assessment on both children. In the future will ensure child assessments are done every 6 months.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #3 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the arrival and departure times.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The financial agreement form will be completed and reviewed with mom and signed off by her. In the future director will ensure all forms are filled out in its entirety.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #3 and #4 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the 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.)
The financial agreement form will be completed and reviewed with mom and signed off by her. In the future director will ensure all forms are filled out in its entirety.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #3 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the child's admission date.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The admission date was added. In the future director will ensure all forms are filled out in its entirety.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #2 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance name and policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will pull emergency contact sheet and family will add the missing health insurance information. In the future director will ensure all forms are filled out in its entirety.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #1 and #2 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.

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.)
Will pull emergency contact sheets and families will add the missing health insurance information. In the future director will ensure all forms are filled out in its entirety.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Room 210 was observed to lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency transportation plan was posted. In the future staff will routinely check to ensure all required postings are hung on the wall.
2018-12-06 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The child file for child #1, who has been enrolled in care since 4/16/18, and child #3, who has been enrolled in care since 6/11/18, lacked an initial health report on file.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Already informed parents that health reports are needed. In the future parents will be informed at enrollment that initial health reports are due no later than 60 days and director will check at 30 days and remind parents if not submitted.

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