The Joshua Tree Learning Academy - Darby PA Child Care Center

401 CHESTER PIKE , DARBY PA 19023
(484) 540-7541
1 Review

About the Provider

Description:

The Joshua Tree was established in 2009 with a vision to foster a love of learning in children in a safe atmosphere. We aim to turn education into a fun and engaging experience for students. Our low-eacher to student ratio and interactive approach to education help to develop not only educational skills, but social skills as well. All of our teachers are certified and are committed to ensuring that your child attains academic excellence.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00178244
  • Capacity: 63
  • State Rating: 2
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 15
  • District Office Phone: (610) 713-2115 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-08-05 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT HAVE A HEALTH ASSESSMENT CONDUCTED WITHIN 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO PROVIDING INITIAL SERVICE IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY.

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.)
PROVIDER WILL REQUEST A CURRENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF HAVE CURRRENT HEALTH ASSESSMENTS AS REQUIRED.
2020-08-05 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ASSESSMENT OF THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE. AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EXAMINATION FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES OR ASSESSMENT OF THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. 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.)
PROVIDER WILL REQUEST FOR A FULLY COMPLETED HEALTH ASSESSMENTS AND ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF HAVE COMPLETED HEALTH ASSESMENTS AT ALL TIMES.
2020-08-05 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #3, HIRED 6/30/30, DOES NOT CONTAIN A COMPLETE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.

Correction Required: Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL REQUEST OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES AND ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF HAVE REQUIRED CLEARANCES. STAFF PERSON #3 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY.
2020-08-05 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED WATER STAINS ON THE CEILING IN THE INFANT ROOM.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL HAVE THE CEILING TILE REPLACED AND MONITOR TO PREVENT FOR FUTURE LEAKS.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS FOR CHILDREN # 1 AND 2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ADRESS FOR WHOM THE CHILDREN MAY BE RELEASED.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL HAVE THE INFORMATION ADDED TO THE FORMS AND ENSURE THAT ALL FORMS ARE COMPLETED ENTIRELY.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EXAMINATION FOR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES OR AN ASSESSMENT OF THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. 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.)
PROVIDER WILL REQUEST A NEW HEALTH ASSESSMENT TO INCLUDE ALL AREAS. STAFF WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT HEALTH ASSESSMENT WITH ALL AREAS COMPLETED.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON # 2, HIRED 4/21/2014, DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF A CURRENT CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON # 3, HIRED 12/4/2013, DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF A CURRENT FBI CLEARANCE AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.

Correction Required: Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER REQUESTED THE CLEARANCES AND WILL HAVE STAFF ORDER NEW CLEARANCES THREE MONTHS BEFORE THE CURRENT ONES ARE ABLOUT TO EXPIRE.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED MOLD ON THE BOTTOM OF THE WALL AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE ROOM.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PROVIDER WILL HAVE THE STORAGE AREA CLEANED AND CHECKED DAILY TO ENSURE THAT IT IS FREE FROM MOLD AND KEPT CLEAN AT ALL TIMES.
2019-05-02 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THERE WAS PEELED PAINT ON THE WALLS IN BOTH PLAYSPACES AND IN THE AFTERSCHOOL 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.)
PROVIDER WILL HAVE THE WALLS PAINTED AND CHECKED ON A WEEKLY BASIS.

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

Reviews

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Elizabeth Porter Jan 14, 2020
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

The Joshua Tree Preschool is an excellent atmosphere for children to play and learn. Their dedicated staff and well equipped classrooms make my children eager and excited to go there each day.

47 out of 89 think this review is helpful
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