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Carson Valley Day Care

Flourtown, PA · Montgomery County
15 W WISSAHICKON AVE, Flourtown, PA 19031
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Quick Facts

Capacity
176 children
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (215) 809-2496
15 W WISSAHICKON AVE
Flourtown, PA 19031
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00185423
Expired
Feb 10, 2023
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 17

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About the Provider

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Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare

Hours of Operation

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2019-12-03 Renewal 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/3/19 the file records for Child #1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
health assessment for Child #1 was obtained that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease; Director will ensure all children enrolled have a health assessment that includes statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
2019-12-03 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/3/19 the file record for Child #1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
File record for Child #1was updated 0n 1/3/2020 Director will ensure all children enrolled at the facility have a health assessment that includes a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
2019-12-03 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE INSPECTION ON 12/3/19 THE FILE RECORD FOR STAFF #1 AND STAFF #2 DID NOT INCLUDE EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency opeations plan was reviewed and received by Staff #1 and Staff #2 on 11/19/19. Documentation will be placed in staff files. Director will ensure that all staff have emergency plan training annually and as the plan changes.
2019-12-03 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: FILE RECORD FOR STAFF #1 (HIRED 9/12/19) DID NOT INCLUDE ACCEPTABLE FBI CLEARANCE (DEPTARTMENT OF EDUCATION)

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1may 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 #1may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 obtained DHS FBI clearance dated 12/11/19; Director will ensure all staff have all CPSL documents needed for hire at all times
2019-12-03 Renewal 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: DURING THE INSPECTION CERTIFICATION REPRESENATIVE OBSERVED TRASH RECEPTACLES IN ALL FACILITY BATHROOMS MISSING LIDS

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.)
Trash receptacles in the facilities bathroom were replaced with receptacles with lids; director will ensure director will ensure all bathroom receptacles are closed and plastic lined
2018-12-04 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: FILE RECORD FOR STAFF #13 (HIRED 9/24/18) DID NOT INCLUDE PROOF OF EDUCATION PRIOR TO SERVICE AT THE FACILITY

Correction Required: 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.)
FILE RECORD FOR STAFF #13 WAS UPDATED TO INCLUDE PROFF OF EDUCATION; DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE ALL STAFF HAVE PROOF OF EDUCATION AT THE TIME OF EMPLOYMENT TO THE FACILITY
2018-12-04 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: FILE RECORD FOR STAFF #1, STAFF #2, STAFF #3,STAFF #4, STAFF #5,STAFF #6, STAFF #7, STAFF #8, STAFF #9, STAFF #10, STAFF #11, STAFF #12, STAFF #13, STAFF #14 AND STAFF #15 DID NOT INCLUDE AN ANNUAL SIX HOURS OF CHILDCARE TRAINING

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
FILE RECORD FOR ALL STAFF WAS UPDATED TO INCLUDE SIX HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING; DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE THAT ALL STAFF HAVE CHILDCARE TRAING ANNUALLY
2017-12-07 Renewal 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE MULCH UNDER THE SWING WAS LESS THAT 3 INCHED DEEP, WHICH DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIRED DEPTH NEEDED. - CORRECTED ON SITE.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
THE SCHOOLHOUSE DIRECTOR HAD MAINTENAINCE RAKE THE WOODCHIPS AROUND THE SWING SET FROM OTHER AREAS OF THE PLAYGROUND THAT DID NOT REQUIRE WOODCHIPS TO THE REQUIRED DEPTH. THE SCHOOLHOUSE DIRECTOR WILL INSPECT THE PLAYGROUND MULCH ON A MONTHLY BASIS TO ENSURE THERE IA AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT (AT LEAST 9 INCHES) UNDER EMBEDDED PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT.
2017-12-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD #1 DID NOT HAVE THE PARENTS' WORK ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER ON THE EMERGNCY CONTACT FORM.

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.)
PARENTS OF CHILD #1 PROVIDED THEIR BUSINESS ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS. THE SCHOOLHOUSE DIRECTOR WILL REVIEW ALL EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS TO ENSURE FORMS ARE CORRECTLY COMPLETED.
2017-12-07 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD #1 DID NOT HAVE THE ADDRESSES OF THE INDIVIDUAL TO WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CHILD #1'S EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION IS UPDATED. THE SCHOOLHOUSE DIRECTOR WILL ENSURE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS ARE CORRECTLY COMPLETED.
2017-12-07 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAD NOT BEEN UPDATED WITH IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS - CORRECTED ON SITE.

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 DIRECTOR UPDATED THE EMERGENCY PLAN IMMEDIATEDLY. THE SCHOLLHOUSE DIRECTOR WILL UPDATE THE SCHOOLHOUSE EMERGENCY PLAN ON AN ANNUAL BASIS.
2017-12-07 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE STAFF HAVE NOT HAD A EVALUATION FROM THE DIRECTOR IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS.

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.)
THE SCHOOLHOUSE DIRECTOR WILL PROVIDE WRITTEN PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS FOR SCHOOLHOUSE STAFF ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. THE DIRECTOR WILL ALSO SCHEDULE MONTHLY INDIVIDUAL SUPERVISION MEETINGS.
2017-12-07 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE PAINT AND PLASTER ARE PEELING AND CHIPPING ABOVE THE DOOR TO THE OUTSIDE PLAY AREA (THE BACK DOOR).

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.)
CVCA MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT WILL PLASTER AND PAINT THE INSIDE BACK DOOR OF THE SCHOOLHOUSE FACILITY. THE SCHOOLHOUSE DIRECTOR WILL ALSO MAKE REGULAR INSPECTIONS TO ENSURE PAINTING IS UP TO PA DHS CHILDCARE FACILITY CODE.
2017-05-19 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed lunchboxes with yogurt and other potentially hazardous food, sitting out on shelf.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child`s home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All lunchboxes were placed in the refrigerator. All lunches will be placed in the refrigerators when the children arrive.
2017-05-19 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Room, CR observed 1 teacher with 9 Older Toddlers for less than a minute before another teacher came in.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Teacher will call for another teacher or take some children with her if they have to leave the room, staying in ratio at all times. All classrooms will be in ratio at all times.

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