Tender Years Inc
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About the Provider
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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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a shelf was broken with manipulatives on them in the Rascals classroom. A basket with magnetic manipulatives was broken in the gingerbread classroom. This was corrected during the inspection. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The shelf was fixed in the Rascals classroom and the broken basket was removed from the Gingerbread classroom during the inspection. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreements on file for child 3, did not include the child's arrival and departure time. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The agreements on file for child 3, now includes the child's arrival and departure time. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the agreement on file for child 1, child 2, and child 4, did not include the child's date of admission. This was corrected during the inspection. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) During the inspection, the child's admission dates were added to the agreements on file for child 1, child 2, and child 4,. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that the emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Half Pint classroom and the Gingerbread classroom. This was corrected during the inspection. Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency transportation plan was posted in the Half Pint classroom and the Gingerbread classroom during the inspection. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.133(7)(i) - Name of medication | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7)(i) Description: Name of medication Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the medication log on file for child 5, did not include the name of the medication. This was corrected during the inspection. Correction Required: A medication log shall include the name of the medication. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The name of the medication was added to the medication log for child 5 during the inspection. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3) Description: Exam communicable disease Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 2, did not include an examination of communicable diseases. Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 1, indicated that she had a communicable disease but did not include the conditions and the risk it might pose to others exposed. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The health assessment for staff member 2, now includes an examination of communicable diseases. The health assessment on file for staff member 1 was taken back to the staff's members Dr's office and it was corrected. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5) Description: Physician/CRNP assessment Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the health assessment on file for staff member 2, did not include a 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation of the health assessment for staff member 2, now includes a physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that ceiling tiles had water marks on them by the door in the Ducklings classroom. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ceiling tiles in the Ducklings classroom has been replaced. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.81 Description: Glass Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a visual strip was not on the glass of the door leading to the outside playground in the Rascals classroom. This was corrected during the inspection. Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A visual strip was placed on the glass of the door leading to the outside playground in the Rascals classroom during the inspection. |
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| 2026-04-14 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, it was observed that a toilet in the Rascals classroom and a toilet in the girls bathroom was not in working order. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both of the toilets in the Rascal classroom and the main girls bathroom have been fixed. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator in the GBK room was observed to be at a temperature of 48 degrees F. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The new refrigerator has arrived and has been placed in the classroom with a thermometer inside. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.111(c) - Promote development | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(c) Description: Promote development Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, children were observed to be inadequately engaged by teachers and the curriculum causing pushing, fighting, climbing on tables, throwing toys, and crying for much of the observed time. Correction Required: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We have transitioned a new teacher into the classroom who has more experience and is better equipped for this specified age group. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.162(c) - Not withheld as discipline | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.162(c) Description: Not withheld as discipline Noncompliance Area: During the inspection, staff in the Rascals room were heard threatening to withhold food from a child as a form of discipline. Correction Required: Food may not be withheld from a child for purposes of discipline. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After multiple discussions, and training with this teacher, from both directors and owners, it was determined that the teacher did not fit the Tender Years Mission Statement and was let go. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.166(4) Description: Bottles labeled Noncompliance Area: A bottle in the infant room refrigerator was observed to be unlabeled with a child's name. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director and teacher spoke with parents regarding the labeling of their child's belongings. If there is an item that is not labeled, teacher will send a message and label it for the parent. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Documentation showed an emergency drill had been conducted 1/17/24 and again on 3/26/25, exceeding the regulation of there being a maximum of 12 months between emergency drills. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency Drill conducted 3/26/25 and noted as late. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: Documentation was not available in the emergency plan letter to parents regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with special needs/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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director has updated the Emergency Plan Parent Letter to reflect accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs, medications and medical conditions. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the Rascals room, Clorox stain remover and cans of disinfectant wipes were observed to be accessible to children in the cabinet under the diapering area. Corrected on site. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Items moved at time of inspection. Director has supplied a child proof lock for the cleaning supplies to be stored in the appropriate cabinet. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: Gloves were not accessible in the first aid kit in the GBK room. Corrected on site by adding gloves. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Gloves added to the first aid kit at time of inspection. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: In the GBK room, a large rip was observed in the fabric wall covering in the library area. In the Half-Pints room, brown spots were observed on the counter of the diapering area. Corrected on site by wiping up the spots. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ripped wall has been covered with a wall display for art projects. Spots of dirt were cleaned at the time of inspection. |
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| 2025-05-21 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: In the Half-Pints room, areas of peeling paint on the gate to the bathroom were observed. Corrected on site by covering areas with tape. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Painter's tape was applied to the surface with the peeling paint at the time of inspection. |
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| 2025-04-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: During mealtime, sausage links were observed to be served to young toddlers in the middle nursery. The links were served whole instead of being cut into small pieces, posing a choking hazard. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Teachers will break larger food items into smaller pieces before providing it to their students. |
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| 2025-04-22 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(b) Description: No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: It was alleged that Staff #1 grabs children, restricts their movements, and yells at them. Allegations include the use of bear hugs to restrict movement and leaving marks and scratches on children. Documentation of injuries and the staff's statement during the interview confirm the allegations. Correction Required: Tiered LIS: 1.A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 2.Staff #1 will complete 4 hours of in-person training on early childhood classroom management techniques. Training must be approved by the certification representative prior to registration. 3.Staff #1 will be observed interacting with children in the classroom on a weekly basis. Observations will occur at different times of day and be documented for review by the certification representative. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member involved in this incident was placed on leave pending the results of the investigation. When findings were shared, the staff member was terminated. No staff member will use any form of physical punishment, including spanking. |
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| 2025-04-22 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: It was alleged that Staff #1 grabs children, restricts their movements, and yells at them. Allegations include the use of bear hugs to restrict movement and leaving marks and scratches on children. Harsh and loud language with children was confirmed by a number of staff members, including past and present co-teachers. Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member involved in this incident was placed on leave pending the results of the investigation. When findings were shared, the staff member was terminated. No staff member will use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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| 2025-01-14 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: During a complaint investigation, it was confirmed by staff that harsh and loud language was being used in the classroom. Prior to the investigation, leadership held a meeting with Staff #1 about their interactions with children. Coaching and classroom management strategies were provided. Staff #1 acknowledged the behavior and has adjusted their tone of voice. Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) When the concerns about staff #1's behaviors in the classroom were brought to leadership's attention, a supervision meeting was held on 1/10/25 to address the concerns. Since that time, leadership has monitored staff # 1 in the classroom 4 times. Monitoring and coaching are ongoing for staff #1. |
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| 2025-01-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, documentation of completed emergency plan training was not available for Staff #2 and Staff #3. This was CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Emergency Plan training log was corrected onsite for both Staff#2 and Staff #3. The documentation was located and presented to inspectors on site of inspection. |
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| 2025-01-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, documentation of an NSOR certificate for Staff #1 was not available. CORRECTED ON SITE. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The NSOR was in the Director's email but never printed and placed in the file. The documentation was printed and placed in the file while inspectors were onsite. |
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| 2025-01-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a) Description: Devices must be compliant Noncompliance Area: During an unannounced monitoring visit, documentation showed that fire system testing showed testing dates of 10/18/24 and 11/18/24, which is 31 days apart, exceeding the requirement that fire detection systems be manually tested every 30 days. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A test of the fire system will be conducted on 1/13/25. The next test is scheduled for 2/12/25. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.133(7)(iv) - Amount to administer | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7)(iv) Description: Amount to administer Noncompliance Area: The medication log for child #1 did not include the amount of the medication to be administered. Correction Required: A medication log shall include the amount of medication administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication log was corrected by the parent and initialed. The medication log for child #1 now includes the amount of medication to be administered. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.133(7)(v) - Date of administration | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7)(v) Description: Date of administration Noncompliance Area: The medication log for child #2 did not include the date of administration. Correction Required: A medication log shall include the date of administration. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have family correct the med log form to include the date of administration. Parents have added the date of administration to the medication log for child #2. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.133(7)(vi) - Time of administration | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7)(vi) Description: Time of administration Noncompliance Area: The medication logs for children #1 and #2 did not include the time of administration. Correction Required: A medication log shall include the time of administration. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Each medication is given on "as needed" basis. Those words will always be on the form for emergency meds. The medication logs for children #1 and #2 now includes the words "as needed" for the time the medication is to be administered. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a) Description: Child's hands washed Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the middle infant classroom with children between the ages of 4 months - 9 months, a child did not have their hands washed with soap and running water after being diapered. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff in the middle nursery will wash children's hands before meals and snacks, and after being diapered. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.21/3270.82(e) - General Health and Safety/Toilet and sinks proper height | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21/3270.82(e) Description: General Health and Safety/Toilet and sinks proper height Noncompliance Area: It was observed staff in the front infant classroom with children ages 12 months- 15 months, holding a child up to the sink in the classroom by staff using one arm in an unsafe manner and using the other arm to assist child with handwashing. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff will use the provided steps with support to the children to wash hands appropriately. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when ended | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4) Description: Contact when ended Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan does not provide a method for the facility to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director added an addendum to the current emergency plan stating how families will be contacted when an emergency has ended and instruction on how they can be reunited with their child. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. The current training on file was completed on 11/9/23 and the previous training was completed on 6/8/18. Staff person #2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. The current training on file was completed on 11/9/23 and the previous training was completed on 7/25/17. Staff person #3 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. The current training on file was completed on 11/9/23 and the previous training was completed on 6/13/18. Staff person #4 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. The current training on file was completed on 11/9/23 and the previous training was completed on 7/25/17. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 include current mandated reporter training. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the middle infant classroom, a bottle of Sani-Tyze cleaning spray was stored in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children. (corrected on site) Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bottle was removed to the cabinet under the sink in a locked cabinet. All cabinets will always remain locked. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the Gingerbread classroom, a Magic Eraser was not stored in an original container or in a container that specifies the contents. (corrected on site) Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Magic Eraser was placed in a bag with a copy of the ingredients and made inaccessible to children. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit for the Ducklings classroom did not contain disposable, nonporous gloves. (corrected on site) The first-aid kit for the Gingerbread classroom did not contain disposable, nonporous gloves and tape. (corrected on site) Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) On the day of inspection, the missing items were replenished in the Ducklings and Gingerbread classroom's first aid kits. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed on the preschool outside play space at the tetherball pole, uneven rubber tiles on the ground causing an uneven surface and potential tripping hazard. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The areas of the uneven surface has been repaired and is now safe for children to utilize. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.81 Description: Glass Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there is no visual identification on the side glass windows of the door in the middle infant and Gingerbread classrooms. Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will use and put blue painters' tape on the glass until artwork can be placed on the windows. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the girl and boy bathrooms used by children, did not have handwashing signs displayed at each toilet and sink. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) It was corrected the same day with replacing the handwashing signs in both bathrooms, boys and girls. |
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| 2024-04-29 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 7/19/23-8/31/23, 9/13/23-10/24/23, 10/24/23-11/29/23, 12/15/23-1/31/24, and 2/23/24-3/29/24. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fire system was tested on the day of inspection, 4/29/24. |
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| 2024-04-03 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.133(4) - Locked | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(4) Description: Locked Noncompliance Area: Medication for child #1 was left on the counter, accessible to the child. Staff #1 observed child #1 reaching for the medication and removed the medication before it was taken by child #1 Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) child #1's mom has the medication and gives to the child will keep it locked in her personal bag in a locked cabinet. She also will be giving medication in the directors office from the date of the incident. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: In the half pints room (1-2 year old), a sensory bottle was observed to come unsecured, allowing children access to "googly eyes" and pom-pom balls with a diameter of less than an inch. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Sensory bottle was removed immediately from the classroom. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.104(a) Description: Clean, good repair, proper size Noncompliance Area: In the Koala PreK room, a large toy shelf was observed to be on wheels. When leaned on, the shelf moved and rocked, causing the objects on it to shift. The shelf was observed to be a hazard. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Wheels on shelf were removed making shelf durable and stable for children |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: A written transportation plan was observed to be missing in the following rooms; Gingerbread Preschool, 9 month to 1 y/o room, 4 mo to 9 mo room, Koala PreK room, and in the Duckling Young Toddler room. Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Transportation plan was placed in all classrooms in easily accessible locations. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.133(1) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(1) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: Medication for child #5 was not in the original container. Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent brought in medication label for prescription and is currently with medication |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: Child #1 had a medication log on file for medication, however, the medication log was missing the dates for administration of the medication. Child #2 had medication on file but there was no medication log on file. Child #3 had a medication log on file for medication. Medication log had dates of administration dating 8/24/20 through 4/2021. Date for administration must cover the current time period. Child #4 had a medication log on file for medication, however, the medication log was missing the dates for administration of the medication. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 parent corrected form. Child #2 had form filled out by parent. Child #3 parent updated form with correct dates/signed. Child #4 does not attend Tender Years anymore. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: Staff number 4 had a health assessment dated 9/2/20 and updated on 1/20/23, which is greater than 24 months. Staff #5 had a health assessment dated 10/14/20 and updated on 3/13/23, which is greater than 24 months. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff data worksheet was updated and shared with upper management to have another set of eye. This worksheet highlights when staff need updated paperwork. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: References for staff #1 did not talk about the staff person's suitability to work with children. Staff person #6 was missing a reference that talked about the staff's person's suitability to work with children. 1 reference was on file that attested to the staff's ability to work with children. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Review with ESS who does onboarding and sets up files to look for this specific info in reference letters. Director can also double check when file arrives with new hire. Staff #1 and #6 now have 2 written, nonfamily references that attest to the person's suitability in child care. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Staff #2 had a child abuse clearance for the purpose of "Household Member", which is not accepted. Staff #2 may not work in a child care position until clearance is received and on file. Staff #3 had an NSOR dated 1/4/22, which was outside of the provisional hire period. Mandated reported training was completed on 3/28/23, which was greater than 90 days from the hire date. Staff #3 resided in New York state within the past 5 years and did not have clearances from the state of New York on file. Staff #3 may not work in child care until all clearances are obtained. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 out of state clearances were mailed in on 5/8/23. Currently waiting for results. Staff #3 has not worked with children. Staff #2 resubmitted child abuse clearance. Waiting on results. Staff #2 will not work until clearance is received and on file. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.77(a)/3270.102(a) - No peeling paint or plaster/Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a)/3270.102(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster/Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor playground, the large play structure was observed to have orange chipping paint Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Orange duct tape was purchased and used to cover up chipping paint. |
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| 2023-04-07 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: In the bathroom located in the Gingerbread classroom, a sharp piece of rust was observed to be exposed underneath the bathroom stall. In the Boys bathroom located in the back of the building, a hole was observed in the drywall behind the door. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Gingerbread classroom bathroom rust piece removed immediately. The hole was patched and ready to paint. All toilet areas are being cleaned daily and sprayed with 360 machine |
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| 2022-04-25 | Renewal | Renewal | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2020-06-29 | Renewal | 3270.66(d) - Toxic plants not permitted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A peace-lily was observed in a preschool room. Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The peace-lily was removed from the classroom. Teachers shall consult with the director and a list of non-toxic plants prior to bringing plants into the child care space. Toxic plants will not be permitted into the child care space. |
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| 2020-06-29 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A few bolts were elevated and exposed (caps had broken off) along the plastic mulch barrier located on the preschool playground. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A playground maintenance company came on 7/1/2020 and sealed the bolts to create a silicone cap. Playground spaces shall be checked by a designated staff member monthly to ensure they are kept clean, in good repair, and free from visible hazards. All building surfaces will be kept clean, in good repair, and free from visible hazards. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.102(e) - Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, pieces of mulch (less than an inch in diameter) were observed on the toddler playground. Correction Required: Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Mulch outside of the playground will be removed and replaced with sod on 5/21/19 to eliminate pieces of mulch blowing onto the toddler playground. Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch shall not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, two Oball rattles were observed in the infant child care space. The Oballs (with plastic discs filled with beads) have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Two Oball rattles were removed from the infant child care space and placed in the trash. Children's toys and equipment described as hazardous or recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission shall be removed from the child care space immediately upon receiving notification. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the thermometer located in the refrigerator in GBK was reading at 50 F. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The refrigerator in the GBK room was adjusted to maintain a temperature at 45 degrees or below. Teachers and management shall check thermometers in refrigerators to ensure all refrigerators shall maintain food at 45 degrees or below. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information on file for child 2 did not include the enrolling parent's work address nor the work telephone number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 2's parent's work address and work telephone number were obtained and included on the emergency contact form. In the future, all emergency contact forms shall include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information on file for child 1 did not include the child's health insurance and policy number. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 1's health insurance and policy number were obtained and included on the emergency contact form. In the future, all emergency contact forms shall include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, staff person 3 began employment on 7/23/2018. The initial health assessment on file did not include results of a TB test. The TB test results have since been obtained (dated 3/29/19). Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff persons shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting that includes tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method prior to beginning employment. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, staff person 2 worked for a period of time without current/valid clearances on file. Her state police clearance expired 2/20/2019, and an updated clearance was not obtained until 3/5/2019. Her Child Abuse clearance expired on 3/2/2019, but was not updated until 3/17/2019. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff persons shall obtain clearances in a timely manner to prevent working without current/valid clearances on file. A tracking system has been developed to ensure future clearances are obtained prior to expiration. |
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| 2019-04-19 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, staff person 1 has not received a written evaluation during the previous 12 months. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A written evaluation was received by staff person 1. In the future, a written evaluation shall be provided for every staff person annually. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.102(e)/3270.103 - Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch/Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, staff persons in a mixed 2 and 3 year old classroom stated that they use the preschool playground. Two 2 year old children are playing in an area where they have access to mulch. Pieces of mulch were observed on the two year old playground (near the gate, around the edge adjacent to the preschool playground, and in the ladybug located on the tree climber). Pieces of chalk (less than an inch in diameter) were observed in a low / unlocked cabinet in an area accessible to mobile infants. Correction Required: Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Toddler aged children under age 3 are only permitted to play on toddler playground until all children in group reach 3rd birthday. Staff will ensure that all mulch and/or small objects are not available by scanning area and removing items. All cabinets will be locked where small items measuring less than 1 inch are stored. Continual safety checks will be conducted to ensure objects less than 1 inch in diameter are not accessible to infants and toddlers. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3)/3270.241(b)(9) - Services proceeded/Procedures for admission. Sections 3270.121-3270.124 | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility did not have any child service reports on file for child 1 (school age child who attends more than 15 hours per week.) The child began in care 4/2017. 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).When a school-age child attends the facility 15 hours or less per week, the operator is not required to complete 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 referenced at Section 3270.124(a)(3). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Classroom teacher completed a child service report on listed child. Teacher will complete child service reports for school age children (that attend more than 15 hours per week) 3 x per year as we evaluate all children within our facility. Director will collect and review reports prior to being distributed to parents and file accordingly after parents signature. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3)/3270.135(b) - Disposable diapers/Surfaces cleaned | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, a staff person in the ducklings classroom was observed changing a diaper. The staff person placed the diaper onto the counter, and then later, into the trashcan. The surface where the diaper was placed was not cleaned after the diaper was thrown away. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Proper sanitizing techniques and hand washing procedures were reviewed with staff. Diaper changing surfaces will be cleaned after each use. The director will randomly visit classrooms to observed diapering procedures. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: According to the documentation on file at the time of inspection, staff persons 1 and 2 both completed the required mandated reporter training more than 90 days after their employment date. Staff person 1 was employed on 11-2-17 and the training was dated 4-18-18. Staff person 2 was employed on 9-25-17, and her training was dated 4-18-18. The Child Abuse clearance on file for staff person 2 is a ''volunteer'' clearance and not the required employment clearance. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member submitted for new employee child abuse clearance and the director will ensure that all clearances are current employee clearances, not volunteer. The director will also ensure that all required trainings are completed within a specified time allotment, prior to 90 days employment by using a checklist worksheet to track completion. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, an electrical outlet located in the boys restroom was not covered with an outlet cover. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff covered outlet with outlet cover. Staff will conduct daily visual checks of all outlets and replaced any missing or damaged covers as needed. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the water in the front sink in the infant classroom measured at 113-114 F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A plumber was contacted and a mixing valve was installed to regulate all water temperature throughout the building to ensure that it does not exceed 110 F in any classroom at any time. |
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| 2018-04-20 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, small areas of chipping paint were observed on the door of the Ducklings classroom. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Peeling paint was sanded and repaired by repainting surface. Daily visual checks and monthly site safety reviews will be conducted by administration and staff to ensure a safe environment. Repairs will be made immediately. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5)/3270.124(b)(7) - Designated release persons/Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The information on file for release persons for children 1-5 was incomplete. The emerency contact form for children 1-4 did not include addresses, or included incomplete addresses for releases persons. The agreement on file for child #5 did not list the release persons. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All addresses were completed for release persons on the emergency contact forms. Agreement was updated with release person listed. All files will be checked on a monthly basis to ensure all information is current and complete. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.133(1) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The Epi-pens on site for children 7 (CORRECTED ON SITE) and 8 were not in their original containers. Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Original box with prescription was obtained from parent for child 7 on 4/27/17. Original box with prescription was obtained for child 8 on morning of 5/3. Parents will be notified that all prescriptions must be in original container. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health assessments on file for staff person #1 were dated 6/12/14 and 12/8/16. More than 24 months lapsed between updates. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A staff member will have a completed physical renewed within a 2 year time frame/24 months. All staff members will be sent a reminder 6 months prior to due date. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Water temperatures in multiple sinks throughout the building measured between 110 F and118 F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Had Stoneberger's Plumbing come out to adjust temperature of hot water heater. Water mixers will be installed in every sink to ensure temperatures are accurate and reading below 110. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the first aid kit in the Koala Bears room did not include soap. CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Added soap to 1st aid in Koala room and ensured all other 1st aid kits were complete. Monthly checks will be conducted to ensure all material are present in kits. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the fabric wall covering in the Kindergarten room was fraying at the bottom. CORRECTED ON SITE Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility`s outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fabric was trimmed and glued to wall. Monthly safety site inspections will be conducted to ensure all areas are in good repair. |
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| 2017-04-26 | Renewal | 3270.81 - Glass | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the glass doors in the Kindergarten classroom and in the lobby area did not have a visual strip or other visual identification placed on glass. CORRECTED ON SITE Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Placed posters and various visual aids on glass of all doors. Visual materials will be hung on all glass surfaces. |
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