Watch Em Grow Child Care Preschool Ab
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This preschool has the one of the best programs around. My son has been going since he was an infant and he has developed so many friendships in the last 3 years. His loves his teacher and even asks about her after we are at home for the night! He knows his colors, shapes, numbers and letters and I have this facility to thank!! He loves the homemade lunches every day and talking to Mr. Chuck. This facility deserves 5 stars in every area!!!
This facility is not all that they portrayed it to be at first.
The daycare is full of yelling and screaming and under paid and extremely under qualified staff and owners.
I would not recommend waisting your time!!
My daughter attended this daycare for 6 years and I NEVER had any issues. As a working mom, it was very difficult for me to leave my child with anyone (especially when she was only 8 weeks old). The owner and staff, however, made my child feel like she was a part of their family rather than just a child that they received monthly tuition for. I visited MANY childcare facilities in the area and NONE of them gave me the warm,family feeling that I got when I first visited Watch Em Grow. The owner and her staff really love the children and it shows. I never once had to worry that my child would not be safe or not be taken care of while I was at work. That was a HUGE weight off of my shoulders. Additionally, the facility was always very clean and the lunches were homemade. The owner always made sure that the kids had great toys/resources and she treated the kids like they were her own (she would do anything for them). I watched her help out families in so many different circumstances. My daughter LOVED LOVED LOVED Watch Em Grow and is excited to be going back this summer. If I had to do it all over again, I would choose Watch Em Grow as the childcare provider for my child.
Our child has been attending this daycare facility for almost 2 years. She is now in the preschool classroom where we feel she is learning something new and exciting each day. I've never been to another daycare facility where there was so much artwork and projects displayed all throughout the center for each individual classroom. As a parent you always feel a little nervous or guilty leaving your child with a new daycare, wondering how they will adjust, will they like it as much as you as the parent did when you first visited it. It may have taken a few days for her to adjust at first, but she absolutely loves it. She's made so many friends, and still remains friends with her previous classmates and teachers from the other classroom. Each morning we are greeted by a friendly staff, and their facility is very clean. The owners put their hearts into that facility and it shows. You can see how much they love the children and how hard they work each day to make sure our children receive the best care, preparing them for their years to come in school. I've referred a friend there and I would refer anyone there.
My grandson was at this daycare for over 3 years. LOVED it. He learned so much, and was treated like one of their own children. Such a nice homey atmosphere and a great group of employees. They ate well (lots of homemade meals by the owner), super clean, and a great curriculum for learning. Never had any issues/complaints with this daycare and would HIGHLY recommend it to anyone who wants a loving childcare center for their children!!!
This center put all others to shame when I interviewed there 2 years ago. I was a first time mom and this place made me feel like family. The teachers went out of there way and still do for my son. My daughter was born in Feb and she wasn't so easy however if it wasnt for the owner giving me tips and guiding me with her I would have to say I would have lost my mind. I love the infant room being on a small side that Each baby got individual attention if needed. The center is always clean to a Tee. I have never seen any staff on there phones, I don't think k there isn't a time yet that I didn't get a big hearty hello or have a great night. My son did great when it came to bathroom times In fact he is completely potty trained. I would definitely check this place out if looking for daycare. It's a small great place. And I'm sure you will become part of there family as well!
The building was clean and updated and that is why I give it a 2. Everything else was shambles. The t.v. was often on and the young staff- as well as the owner- were on their cell phones or talking among themselves 90% of the time (this was at drop off and pick up times so I really wonder what was happening when not parents were around). The planned schedules and menus were generally not followed. Needless to say, don't expect to receive a list of the days activities at the end of the day. My child had an annual evaluation and I was sure they must have written the wrong name on the top because nothing was correct. I asked about the form and was told "don't worry about it. It's not something that's mandatory for us. We just do it to get accreditation." The fact that they did not know my child after 5 months spoke volumes for me!!! The final straw for me was when I asked the owner if she had seen my child's diaper rash. She got a strange tone and said "Ha. I don't look at your kids butt." What??!! Is that how you respond to a parent? My child was in the process of potty training and I could never figure out how many times they used the potty - if at all- because no one could tell me... Don't take your child here. I never post on businesses but I feel it is my personal responsibility to speak up about this daycare. I wish someone would have warned me. I didn't realize how low I had let my standards get until I got out of there.
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-03-18 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 was observed placing a soiled diaper into a plastic bag (hanging to the side of the changing table) and disposed the bag after washing the child's hands. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person 1 will place soiled diapers into a plastic-lined and hands-free covered trash can. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the infant room, that the pack 'n' plays were not at least 2 feet apart on three sides while in use. CORRECTED ON SITE. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director rearranged the pack n plays during the inspection to allow two feet of space on three sides for each pack n play while in use. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: Children # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5's files do not contain Child Service Reports. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child service reports were filed in the individual child's files rather than a separate folder, that way they can be reviewed during inspections. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: Children # 1, 2 3, 4, and 5's files contain the original written agreements between the parent and the operator. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director made copies of all agreements. The original was provided to the families and the copy was placed in the child's files. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: Child #1's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents work address or work phone 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.) The enrolling parent completed their work address and phone number on child 1's emergency contact form. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: Child #1's emergency contact form does not include the health insurance/MA 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 1's parent provided the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: Child #1and 5's emergency contact forms do not include a release persons address. Child #2's emergency contact form does not include a release persons phone number. 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.) Child 1's parent included the release persons address on the emergency contact form. Child 2's parent included the release persons phone number on the emergency contact form. Child 5's parent included the release persons address on the emergency contact form. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.131(c) - Health information/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(c) Description: Health information/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Noncompliance Area: Child #1's file does not contain a complete initial health assessment by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP including the providers signature, and professional title. 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 health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 1's file now includes a copy of the initial health assessment by a doctor, including a signature, date and professional title. |
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| 2026-03-10 | 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 person #1 and 7 did not obtain updated health assessments within a 24-month period. Staff person #1's previous health assessment was dated 2/23/23, and the current health assessment on file is dated 6/30/25. Staff person #7's health assessment on file is dated 8/11/22. 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 persons 1 and 7 made appointments to complete an updated health assessment including a physical but a TB is not required. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 did not complete Fire Safety training at least annually. There is no fire safety training on file. See code sheet for date of hire. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person 5 completed the DHS Fire Safety Training on the PD Registry on 3/23/26. |
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| 2026-03-10 | 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 person #1 does not have current clearances on file. The clearances were not renewed within a 60-month period. The clearances on file are dated: State Police 1/12/21, Child Abuse 1/12/21, FBI 1/14/21, and NSOR 1/13/21. Staff person #1 did not complete Mandated Reporter Training within a 60-month period. The Mandated Reporter Training Certificate on file is dated 1/12/21. Staff person #2 does not have a signed disclosure statement on file. Staff person #7 does not have current child abuse clearance and NSOR certificate on file. The clearances were not renewed within a 60-month period. The clearances on file are dated: Child Abuse 1/22/21, and NSOR 12/20/19. Staff person #7 did not complete Mandated Reporter Training within a 60-month period. The Mandated Reporter Training Certificate on file is dated 1/26/21. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 and 7 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 person 1 was removed from a childcare position, and obtained new clearances; State Police on 3/12/26, FBI on 3/13/26, NSOR on 3/12/26, Child Abuse on 3/17/26. Staff person 1 completed the mandated reporter training on 7/14/25. The certificate is now on file. Staff person 2 signed a disclosure statement and it is now on file. Staff person 7 applied for new Child Abuse clearance and NSOR on 3/12/26. Staff person 7 will complete mandated reporter training before returning to a child care position. |
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| 2026-03-10 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the Pre-K classroom, that the vents at the top of the wall (near the door) and bathroom vents were dusty. 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.) Prek teacher cleaned the vent on the wall and in the bathroom upon Cert. Rep.'s request during the inspection. |
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| 2025-10-17 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 did not have evidence of emergency plan training on file and was outside of their 90-day pre-service training timeframe. 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.) Make sure all paperwork is documented and that staff have their emergency plan training in the first 90-days. |
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| 2025-10-17 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 did not have evidence of completing part 2 of their health and safety training and was outside of their 90-day pre-service timeframe. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Make sure all paperwork is documented and that staff have their health and safety training in the first 90-days. |
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| 2025-08-07 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.191 - Individual Records | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.191 Description: Individual Records Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #2's staff file was not initially in the facility when cert rep requested it. During the visit, Staff Person #1 made arrangements for the file to be delivered to the facility by a relative of Staff Person #2. Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) staff person number 2 is no longer emplyed |
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| 2025-08-07 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person 1's Pediatric First Aid certification expired 5/25/25 and an updated certificate was not on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) staff person number 1 completed the pediatric first aid on 1/13/2025 it is now on file. |
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| 2025-08-07 | 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: Staff person #3's and Staff Person #5's files did not contain current NSOR certificates, Staff Person #3's file did not contain a FBI clearance, or verification it was requested, and Staff Person 5's file did not contain a State Police Clearance, or verification that one was requested. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 and Facility Person #5 -- 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 person #3 NSOR 7/21/25 is on file staff person #3s FBI clearance 7/22/25 is on file staff #5s NSOR 7/02/25 is on file |
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| 2025-08-07 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #3 was working as an AGS and their file did not include verification of education or childcare work experience. Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) staff person #3s now has education and childcare experience on file |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) - Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) Description: Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #3 included a health insurance policy name but the policy number was left blank. The emergency contact form for Child #3 was missing the addresses of designated release persons. 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. 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.) child number 3's emergency form now has the proper policy number and address of designated release person. |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #1 was last updated on 11/27/2023. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) child number 1s parents properly updated emergency contact information |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: The record for Child #1 included a health assessment dated 11/3/2023. An updated health assessment including the child's immunized status was not on file for Child #1. 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.) child number 1 was taken to their physician and provided and updated health assessment and immunization report. |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references that attested to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Staff #4 included only one written reference. 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.) staff number 1 is no longer employed. staff number 4 provided the correct number of references |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(b) - Emergency plan/Plan reviewed/updated annually | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(b) Description: Emergency plan/Plan reviewed/updated annually Noncompliance Area: Documentation of an annual emergency drill was not on file at the facility. Documentation that the emergency plan was reviewed annually was not on file at the facility (corrected during inspection). Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) make sure all paperwork is properly in its place and reviewing emergency drills. An emergency drill was completed and documented. Emergency plan was updated at inspection. |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 has not completed the following preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Make sure all proper paperwork is in the correct place for viewing. The staff person completed certificate is now in their file. |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 did not include complete NSOR verification. The file for staff person #2 included an NSOR dated 12/20/2019 and an update within 60-months was not on file at the time of the inspection. The file for Staff person #2 did not include documentation of completed mandated reporter training, from an approved source, 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). Staff person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility until complete NSOR clearances are on file. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff number 1 was removed from facility and will not return until an NSOR is on file. Staff number two took the proper training on 3/09/2025. Staff number 4 and 5 were removed from facility until proper paperwork was obtained. Provider notified certification that staff 1 is no longer employed at the facility on 4/2/25. |
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| 2025-03-05 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: In the outdoor play space, the white fence on the right side of yard had a hole with sharp edges (corrected during inspection). 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.) Put duct tape over the holes. |
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| 2024-09-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection staff changed a young toddler's diaper then carried the soiled diaper, through a door and disposed of it in an outside trash can. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) throw all diapers immediately in the trashcan located in the kitchen |
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| 2024-09-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection the cord from a sound machine was hanging accessible to children in the infant room causing a strangulation hazard. (corrected at inspection) 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 chord was taken out of reach of children and make sure there are no hanging chords in the room. |
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| 2024-09-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(j) Description: Running water - diapering Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection the portable sink in the diapering area in the infant room was not working. Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The sink was replaced and tested to make sure the sink is working and emptying into a sewage system daily. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: In the one year old room, a pack and play labeled for a child was being used by another child. In addition, rest mats were not labeled for the use of a specific child. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) properly label all rest euipment |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: Staff person 1 was unable to identify the names of 3 of the children she was caring for. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Every staff person knows names of children and where abouts of their kids. New staff will be trained to use the name-to-face cards. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(e) - Restraints prohibited | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.113(e) Description: Restraints prohibited Noncompliance Area: During naptime in the one-year-old room, an infant was observed strapped into a bouncy seat and a young toddler was observed in a swing. The children were being kept in the equipment because they do not sleep at naptime. The children were not placed into age-appropriate nap/rest equipment. Correction Required: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) go over with staff member what expectation is when children aren't napping to not be restrained and equipment appropriatly and all times have them doing a quiet activity |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.119 - Infant sleep position | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.119 Description: Infant sleep position Noncompliance Area: An infant was observed sleeping in a car seat in the infant room. Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) the child was taken out of the car seat . Make sure all children are using proper equipment placed immediately on their backs following regulation. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.123(a) - Signed | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a) Description: Signed Noncompliance Area: The agreements on file for children 1, 2, and 3 were not signed by the operator. Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The agreements were signed by the operator. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for child 1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times. 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.) it was written on form where added |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for child 2 did not specify the date of the child's admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) it was written on the form and added |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) - Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Description: Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for child 2 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. The child's record also did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) updated all emergency contacts and added it to the files needed. The signatures were obtained for child 2. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for at least 2 of the children receiving care in the one year old room. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) updated all emergency contact information in the correct file. All of the emergency contact forms are in the correct rooms. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: mandated reporter training, 10-hour health and safety, pediatric first aid and CPR. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #5 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 person(s) available to supervise staff person #5, staff person #5 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 person # 5 no longer works at the facility and has not returned since inspection |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.24(a) - Immediate access | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.24(a) Description: Immediate access Noncompliance Area: Facility staff were unable to provide immediate access to the staff and child files upon request. Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Designated staff now have immediate access to files upon DHS request |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #1 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed child abuse clearance, a completed PA criminal history, a DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL. The file did not contain a copy of requests for the outstanding criminal history clearance, nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. Staff person #1 did not have any clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #2 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed child abuse clearance as required under the CPSL. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #3 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #4 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain a copy of request for the outstanding DHS FBI clearance (proof of fingerprinting), nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement (undated form was on file). Staff person had incomplete clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #5 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed PA criminal history, DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain a copy of request for the outstanding DHS FBI clearance (proof of fingerprint), nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. Staff person had incomplete clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person 6 (the facility operator) must attend the Central Region Existing Provider Orientation on October 10, 2024. Documentation of completed training must be submitted to DHS and be kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have all required CPSL information on file and attend the class on October 10th 2024 |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #1 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed child abuse clearance, a completed PA criminal history, a DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL. The file did not contain a copy of requests for the outstanding criminal history clearance, nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. Staff person #1 did not have any clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #2 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed child abuse clearance as required under the CPSL. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #3 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #4 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain a copy of request for the outstanding DHS FBI clearance (proof of fingerprinting), nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement (undated form was on file). Staff person had incomplete clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #5 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed PA criminal history, DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain a copy of request for the outstanding DHS FBI clearance (proof of fingerprint), nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. Staff person had incomplete clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Director/operator will submit all new and returning staff members' files to certification representative for review and approval before the staff member is allowed to start caring for children. Submission of files will occur for a period of 3 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed staff from building until i obtained all files needed to work in the facility. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #1 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed child abuse clearance, a completed PA criminal history, a DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL. The file did not contain a copy of requests for the outstanding criminal history clearance, nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. Staff person #1 did not have any clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #2 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed child abuse clearance as required under the CPSL. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #3 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #4 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain a copy of request for the outstanding DHS FBI clearance (proof of fingerprinting), nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement (undated form was on file). Staff person had incomplete clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, when staff person #5 began working with children at the facility the staff record did not contain a completed PA criminal history, DHS FBI clearance, and the NSOR certificate as required under the CPSL and did not contain a copy of request for the outstanding DHS FBI clearance (proof of fingerprint), nor the request for the NSOR certificate as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The record also did not include a completed disclosure statement. Staff person had incomplete clearances on file and was observed working alone in a room with children. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Persons #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility until complete clearances are on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed staff members until they had completed filed. *10/4/24 - Staff persons ##4, and #5 are no longer employed. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.61(c) - 40 square feet wall-to-wall | Needs Verification |
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Regulation: 3270.61(c) Description: 40 square feet wall-to-wall Noncompliance Area: Five children were observed in the infant room, which has a maximum capacity of four children. Correction Required: Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Adhering to capacity of room and make sure staff know capacity. |
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| 2024-08-08 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Needs Verification |
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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: More than 30 days lapsed between the manual tests of the fire detection system that took place on 4/1/24, 5/6/24, and 6/12/24. In addition, at the time of inspection 31 days had lapsed since the fire detection systems were last tested. 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. To verify operability, a childcare center shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and shall maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) electronic form of 30 day reminder corrected issue and still maintaining it. |
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| 2024-08-02 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: One year old room - A single staff person was observed caring for 10 children. The youngest child in the group was an infant. Infant room - A single staff person was observed caring for 5 infants. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). Infants 1:4, Young toddlers 1:5, Older toddlers 1:6, Preschool children 1:10 |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We hired new staff. We figured out schedules and staff do not go on breaks until naptimes ratios are being met. Other staff will cover when needed. |
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| 2024-03-21 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1 did not have a health assessment on file. 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.) Staff #1 obtained a health assessment. |
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| 2023-03-14 | Renewal | 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(b) Description: Surfaces cleaned Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection young toddler staff was not cleaning diaper changing surfaces after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. Correction Required: 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.) The facility will demonstrate to all the staff how to properly sanitize the changing station with a Clorox wipe after every diaper change. |
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| 2023-03-14 | Renewal | 3270.21/3270.31(f) - General Health and Safety/Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21/3270.31(f) Description: General Health and Safety/Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: It was observed at the time of inspection existing staff, hired prior to October 4, 2022, had not completed the health and safety professional development training update," Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022" required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe of 12-30-22. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Existing staff hired prior to October 4, 2022 will complete the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022. |
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| 2022-03-16 | Renewal | Renewal | Compliant - Finalized |
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