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Ymca Child Care

Bradford, PA · Mckean County
55 Boylston St # 59, Bradford, PA 16701
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Capacity
166 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (814) 368-1610
55 Boylston St # 59
Bradford, PA 16701
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00255971
License Issued
May 14, 2026
Active Through
May 14, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 2

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YMCA CHILD CARE is a Child Care Center in BRADFORD PA, with a maximum capacity of 166 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:20 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:20 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:20 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:20 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:20 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:20 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-28 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: A sleeping child was left unattended in the director's office which is unmeasured space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff were required to take a supervision training course.
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the Kid Zone, it was observed a torn netting on the gym equipment and foam blocks with bite marks. In the preschool room it was observed a wooden toy bed was cracked and splintered.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Kidzone replacement piece netting ordered Bitten toys thrown out Wooden doll house thrown out while DHS on site
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: In the toddler room it was observed that rest mats were showing signs of tearing on the folds of the rest mats.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Replacement mats sent, other mats fixed/replaced
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form on file for Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 was observed not to have documentation of the child's arrival time.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected with open and closing time of center (620-6)
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 was observed not to have documentation of whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected with *see emergency contract*
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.123(a)(7) - Services considered extra Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(7)

Description: Services considered extra

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #3 was observed not to have documentation to specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Breakfast, lunch and PM snack provided added to agreement
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact on file for Child #2 was observed not to have documentation of the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent corrected
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1, Child #3 and Child #4 was observed not to have documentation on the child's special needs as specified by the child's parent, physician, physicians' assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents completed
2026-02-25 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool bathroom, it was observed that a hand-washing sign was not posted at the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All signs placed in bathroom of preschool (blue bathroom)
2025-08-13 Swimming Swimming Compliant - Finalized
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool room, it was observed cracked magnetic blocks.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Magnetic blocks were thrown away during time of inspection.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #2 was observed not to contain the emergency contacts home telephone number of enrolling parent.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact telephone number was added to the child's file.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.131(e)(2)(i)/3270.131(e)(2)(ii) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from health professional Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(2)(i)/3270.131(e)(2)(ii)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from health professional

Noncompliance Area: A written, signed, and dated exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief was observed not to be in the file of Child #1

Correction Required: Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record. Exemption from immunization for reasons of medical need must be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility obtained the exemption letter from the parent on 3/7/25.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(3)

Description: Name on bottle

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the infant room a diaper cream that did not identify the name of the child for whom it was intended.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The name was added to the diaper cream to identify what child it was to be used for.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the young toddler room an expired bottle of Tylenol in the locked medicine cupboard.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Teachers gave the expired Tylenol to the parent at the end of the day.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #8 did not have documentation of education.

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.)
Proof of education was given to facility for Staff #8.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(3)

Description: Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 and Staff #3 did not have documentation of updated health assessments.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 3 had a Health Assessment done on 1/29/25. Staff #1 had a health assessment done on 4/22/25
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, staff #3, staff #6, staff #7, staff #9, staff #10, staff #12, staff #13, staff #14, staff #15, staff #17 did not complete pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility had a delay in scheduling a PQAS trainer and completed the certification on 2/6/25.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The State Police clearance and Child Abuse clearance on file for staff #14 was over 60 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #14 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 #14 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Clearances for Staff # 14 were done and placed in the electronic file.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, staff # 3, staff #6, staff #7, staff #9, staff #10, staff #12, staff # 13, staff #14, staff #15, staff #16 and staff #17 showed e documentation of a written evaluation being done more than a 12-month period.

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 staff performance reviews have been completed.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the preschool room and the Kids Zone that a protective receptacle covers were not placed in the electrical outlets on the day of inspection.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Protective receptacles were replaced on the day of inspection.
2025-02-03 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the Kid Zone room, it was observed cleaners marked "Keep out of Reach of Children" in an unlocked cupboard accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A white safety lock was added to the cupboard.
2024-07-18 Swimming Swimming Compliant - Finalized
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator, in the Young School Age Room, used for childcare was lacking an operating thermometer.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Thermometer was replaced.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) - Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

Description: Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The Initial Child Health Report and Immunizations for Child #6 (INF), enrolled for more than 60 days, was lacking from the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated records are on file.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The Initial Child Health Report for Child #2 (PS), enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked from the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated health forms have been collected and are on file.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1, (Older Toddler) lacked an Updated Health Report within the last year. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All families are now on a twice a year system of updating child care health assessments.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(1) - ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: Immunization record in the file for Children #4 (INF), #5 (PS) and #6 (INF) were dated more than 60 days after initial enrollment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).

Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All health forms/immunizations have been updated.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Health Assessments for Staff #7 were dated more than 24-months apart. (See IS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff received updated Health assessments
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #1, #4 and #6--- have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Pediatric CPR/First Aid Training application has been submitted for a PQAS certified instructor to teach a class.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff #2 were dated more than 60 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected: Staff completed mandating reporter trainings
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The NSOR certifications for Staff #1, Staff #3 and Staff #6 were dated after each staff person's Date of Hire. The NSOR certification for Staff Person #8 lacked from the staff file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff Person #8, who resided in Texas within the past 60 months lacked Out of State Clearances. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The PA State Police, Child Abuse and NSOR clearances for Staff Person #10 were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff have all received their NSOR clearance.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent staff evaluations for Staff Persons #2, #5, #9, #11, #12 and #13 were completed more than one year apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). Staff person #10 lacked an annual written evaluation that was conducted within the past 12 months. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff have received needed staff evaluations.
2024-02-01 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: In the gym, on all walls, seven protective receptacle covers were missing which was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Corrected: plugs were replaced during visit.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the shelf in the Young Toddler Room, a clear, plastic bin with toys was cracked which posed a pinch point or cutting hazard.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bin was thrown away and replaced with a new one.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) - Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

Description: Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The Initial Child Health Report and Immunizations for Children #6, enrolled for more than 60 days, was lacking from the child file.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent was contacted and has an appointment scheduled for the week on April 10, 2023.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record for Child #1 (YT), Child #2 (OT), Child #3 (OT), Child #4 (OT), Child #5, (Pre-S) and Child #6 (Pre-S) lacked a yearly Influenza shot with no Letter of Exemption in File.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A letter was sent to parents explaining the new process for exemptions from any immunizations including influenza.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 lacked completion of the UPDATED 1 Hour Health and Safety Training on or before 12/30/2022.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member has completed updated Health and Safety Training.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Health Assessments for Staff #5 were dated more than 24-months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation was cited and corrected with new Health Assessments dated: 08/10/2022.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 and #6 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training (dated 0610/01/2021 and 11/28/2021, respectively). Staff person #2--- had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR (dated 06/2019).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation was cited and corrected for Staff Persons #3 and #6. This citation for Staff Person #2 was cited and corrected with a Health and Safety dated: 06/2019.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #7 had not completed mandated reporter training (07/12/2022) within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member #7 has completed mandated reporter training to maintain compliance moving forward.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4 lacked an annual written evaluation that was conducted within the past 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.)
This was cited and corrected with the new staff evaluation dated: 12/01/2022.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: On the right, back and left walls of the gym, six protective receptacle covers were missing which were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The receptacle covers were placed over the open outlets.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The First Aid Kit in the Pre-School Room was lacking soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
This citation was corrected immediately during the inspection.
2023-02-22 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The fire extinguishers next to the restroom, near the main entrance and kitchen were expired as of January 2023.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The company who inspects the fire extinguishers was called, they were inspected and a new tag was replaced.
2022-07-20 Swimming 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1-- does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 03/16/2020.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff person #1-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1--, staff person #1-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff members will have CPR/First Aid within 90 days of hire for all new hires. Staff members will not be left alone until they have their CPR/First Aid.
2022-07-20 Swimming 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire : Health and Safety.

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2-- will have until 09/01/2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2--- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS,) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2--, staff person #2-- may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member took required Health and Safety Training.
2022-04-19 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: When she was asked to name her supervision group, Staff #1 could only name eight of the nine children for whom she was responsible.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff members will know who they are assigned responsibility for. There are white boards in every classroom so that each teacher knows who they are responsible for. A disciplinary plan could not be done with staff member, as she resigned due to health issues.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed peeling rest mat covers in the two year old room and the pre k counts room. Observed a loose back of a toy housekeeping appliance in the two year old room.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All rest mats were replaced with new ones and the housekeeping appliance was fixed.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed a less than 1 inch piece of rest mat covering accessible to children on the floor of the two year old room.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All new sleep mats were ordered and all old sleep mats were thrown away.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed child file #1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 contained original agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director is making copies of all agreements and giving parents the originals.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed the emergency contact information for child file #1, 3, and 4 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number. The emergency contact information for child file #6 did not contain the health insurance policy number.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
New emergency contact forms were sent home to all families for families to provide health insurance information.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed the emergency/excursion bag in the one year old room did not contain the emergency transportation plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All emergency transportation information was placed in all emergency bags.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(1) - Health information/Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Health information/Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed the initial health assessment for child #3 was dated more than 90 days after the first day of attendance at the facility. Observed the updated health report for child #2, a young toddler was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.

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. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All families will be required to provide health reports within 30 days of enrollment. Both children listed have current valid health assessments.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed child file #7, a preschool child, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 14 months ago.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An excel sheet with due dates was made to ensure that updated health reports are obtained by due date. new health forms were sent out to families who needed updated health reports.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed child file # 3, 4, 6, and 7 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Observed child file #1 and #2 did not contain written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All health reports have been updated to be in compliance.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.133(2) - Written instructions Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(2)

Description: Written instructions

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed an epi pen in the 1 year old room which did not have the written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.

Correction Required: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The medication was put into the script box.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 3/2/22 observed staff file #1 and 5 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed the initial health assessment for staff file #4 did not contain the results of the TB test.

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.)
A new form with the TB test was put in the staff's file. Staff #1 and #5 have current valid health assessments.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed the facility did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All licensing boards were updated to provide parents with licensing phone number and website.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 3/2/22 observed staff file #1, 2, 5, and 6 contained first aid and cpr certifications which were expired. Observed staff file #3, who is required to have pediatric first aid and pediatric cpr, did not contain documentation of completion of the training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will have updated pediatric CPR/First Aid Classes
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 3/2/22 observed staff file #2 contained updated criminal background clearance, child abuse clearance, FBI fingerprint clearance and Mandated reporter training which were all completed more than 60 months after the previous valid clearance and training. Observed staff file #3 contained the NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after starting in a child care position.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Going forward all staff members will receive clearances before due date. Documentation has already been corrected and fixed.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: On 3/2/22 observed staff file #2 contained a most recent evaluation which was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid evaluation.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member evaluation will take place every 6 months versus yearly to ensure in compliance.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(e)

Description: Arts and crafts non-toxic

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed shaving cream and bingo daubers, both labeled keep out of the reach of children, in the arts and craft storage area of the preschool room.

Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Director threw away shaving cream and bingo daubers.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.75(b)/3270.75(c) - Inaccessible to children/Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)/3270.75(c)

Description: Inaccessible to children/Has all items

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed the first aid kits were accessible to children in the school age room, pre k counts room, and in the preschool room. In the school age room the first aid kit was lacking tweezers. In the preschool room the first aid kit was lacking gauze. In the two year old room the first aid kit was lacking soap.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All emergency bags were updated with needed first aid supplies.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed a leak stained ceiling tile over the are where the infants play. Observed a damaged cabinet door in the preschool room. Observed a spot of damaged drywall by the bathroom door in the hallway and another small hole in the drywall of the two year old 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.)
All corrections were made; drawer fixed, drywall fixed and tile replaced.
2022-02-22 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 2/22/22 observed damaged paint in several spots in the kid zone area.

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.)
KidZone area was repainted and all damaged paint was fixed.

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