Description: VALERIA F MCGRATH GROUP DAY CARE HOME is a Group Child Care Home in KINGSTON PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A plastic bag was observed on the couch, accessible to children. 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.) Provider removed the plastic bag from child care. Provider will ensure that plastic bags and small objects are in an area inaccessible to children. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3280.131(a) - Within 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: File for child # 2 did not contain an initial health assessment. File only contains a immunization record dated 11/7/19. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will obtain an updated health assessment and immunization record for child # 2. Provider will ensure that a complete health assessment is received within 60 days of child's first day. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: File for Child # 1 did not contain an updated health assessment. Last one in file is dated 5/1/18. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will obtain an updated health assessment for Child # 1. Provider will ensure that parents provide an updated health assessment every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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| 2020-02-18 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Mr. Clean wipes were observed on a shelf that is in reach of children. 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and 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.) Provider moved to cleaning material to an area inaccessible to children. Provider will ensure that all toxics and cleaning materials are in an area inaccessible to children. |
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| 2019-02-04 | Renewal | 3280.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Infant bottles were not labeled with 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.) Provider labeled infant bottles with child's name. Provider will ensure that all infant bottles are labeled with child's name. |
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| 2019-02-04 | Renewal | 3280.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: First-aid kit was observed on the bathroom counter, accessible to children. Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider moved the first-aid kit to an area inaccessible to children. Provider will ensure that the first-aid kit will be inaccessible to children. |
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| 2018-02-09 | Renewal | 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Electrical outlet in the bathroom was missing a protective covering. 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.) Provider placed a protective cover in the electrical outlet. Provider will ensure that all electrical outlets have a protective cover. |
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| 2017-02-15 | Renewal | 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There are rubber gloves accessible to children in an unlocked drawer in the bathroom that are accessible to children. There are some toy race cars with small parts that are accessible to infants and toddlers mixed in with a variety of toys. 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.) The rubber gloves were immediately moved to an area that is not accessible to children. The race cars will be removed from the toys that are accessible to young children and will be stored in a covered container. Will send a picture to RO showing that these items have been moved to their own container so they are not accessible to young children. |
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| 2017-02-15 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child files #1, 2 and 3 are missing the addresses of the release persons on the emergency contact forms 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will have parents complete the addresses of the release persons for all children in care |
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| 2017-02-15 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 is a young toddler and is missing an updated health assessment Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will have parent provide an updated health assessment. Will make sure health assessments for infants and toddlers are updated every 6 months. |
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| 2017-02-15 | Renewal | 3280.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The hot tub located in the outdoor play space is not locked and is accessible to children Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will keep the hot tub lid locked at all times when children are in care. Will lock the hot tub today and send pictures to the NE Regional Day Care Office showing that it is locked. |
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| 2017-02-15 | Renewal | 3280.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The stove is accessible in the kitchen. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110 F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The kitchen is not used by children. Will put a gate in place so the stove is not accessible to children. Will send a picture of the gate in place to the NE Regional Day Care Office. |
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| 2017-02-15 | Renewal | 3280.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log shows that a fire drill was held on 7/10/16 and not again until 10/9/16. The next time a fire drill is documented is on 12/16/16. Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Staff persons, volunteers and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill and shall exit the facility, weather permitting. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will make a schedule to make sure fire drills are being held at least every 60 days. Will hold fire drills within the 60 day time frame. |
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One of the best home daycares ever! My first grandchild went there when I needed daycare, and I was so happy she was still open for my last two grandchildren. It's also a plus when the children want to go and get upset when they can't.
I am the same Rachel that wrote a review back in 2014, it is now the end of July, 2016 & my daughter is 3 years old and continues to go here. I am so blessed to have found this amazing in home daycare. My daughter is so personable and smart!
I started bringing my baby to this daycare starting at 8 weeks old, and as a 1st time mom was obviously frazzled and sad but this in-home daycare was such a nice "home" environment, in a nice neighborhood that I chose this after visiting about 5 other daycare centers. They care for her, love her, and she has come home smiling almost everyday. She is now 8 months old and I just love that she seems like she is going to her "family's house" They give me updates, send pics to me while i'm at work & she is developing so great. I just know this was such a perfect pick. I wanted to give a great review as they certainly deserve it.