Murriel S Gunn Group Day Care Home
Quick Facts
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Reviews
Very kind loving staff, they treat my daughter so well and teaches her amazing things, she has so much fun here everyday they are wonderful!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ????
I absolutely love this daycare! They really work well with my kids. The owners are fantastic. They treat my kids like family. I would 100% recommend this daycare.
Write a Review
Write a review about Murriel S Gunn Group Day Care Home. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday NOT REPORTED
- Sunday NOT REPORTED
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Inspection Date | Reason | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | 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: The files for Child #1 and #2, both preschool aged children, both contain two child health reports that are more than 12 months apart. 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.) I will be sure that all the children's files have their health assessments no more than 12 months apart. |
|||
| 2026-04-30 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3) Description: Exam communicable disease Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contains a health assessment that was lacking an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtain an updated childcare staff health assessment. |
|||
| 2026-04-30 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5) Description: Physician/CRNP assessment Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment that was lacking the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtain an updated health assessment. |
|||
| 2026-04-30 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 contained a state police clearance that was obtained after their start date. The file for Staff #1 was lacking the NSOR clearance. Staff #1 cannot work in a childcare position until the NSOR clearance comes back. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtained up-to-date state police and NSOR clearances. |
|||
| 2026-04-30 | 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 kitchen was lacking tape. 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.) The tape was put in the first aid kit at the time of inspection. |
|||
| 2026-04-30 | 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: As noted on the Smoke detector testing log the following intervals of testing are more than 30 days: 9.12.25-10.13.25, 11.11.25-12.12.25, 12.12.25-1.12.26. 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.) Smoke detectors were checked at time of inspection. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: The two most recent child service reports on file for child #1 are dated 5/2023 and 10/2024 which are more than 6 months apart. 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). |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child service report has been updated and will be completed every 6 months. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: Child #2's file did not contain one address for an individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #3's file did not contain 3 addresses for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contact information was updated for each child |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Medical/Transportation plan was not posted in the peachy room, the great room, and the Kitchen/eating area. 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.) The Emergency Medical/Transportation plan has been posted in the 3 rooms listed. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), includes 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 2 of 3 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 2 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to 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.) Parents were notified immediately, and notices have been updated to inform the parents of records which are needed to be completed. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | 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 facility's emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations. Staff person #2's file did not contain proof of emergency plan training within 90 days of hire(See LIS Code Sheet). 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.) The plan has been updated and corrected. Staff has been trained in emergency plan. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.166(1) - Written statement | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.166(1) Description: Written statement Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have a written statement giving formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parent for one infant. Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A written statement giving the feeding schedule has been obtained from the parent. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's two most recent pediatric first aid/CPR training are dated 5/7/22 and 2/29/25 which are more than 24 months apart. 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.) It has been corrected and updated. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | 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 file for staff person #1 included NSOR certificates dated 1/23/20 and 3/20/25, which are more than 60 months apart. The file for staff person #2 included child abuse clearances dated 2/12/19 and 10/28/24, and DHS FBI clearances dated 2/13/19 and 9/9/24, all more than 60 months apart. 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.) All the files have been corrected and updated. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Staff #3's file did not contain documentation of evaluated proof of education of the persons' foreign diplomas. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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.) We are in the process of searching with NACES for necessary documentation. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | 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: One protective outlet cover was missing from the power strip in the peachy room. Two protective outlet covers were missing in the great room from the power strip under the TV. 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.) All outlets have been covered with protective covers. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: In the peachy room there was hand sanitizer that stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children on the windowsill. 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.) The hand sanitizer has been placed out of reach of all children along with all cleaning and toxic materials. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.74 Description: Emergency Numbers Posted Noncompliance Area: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the phone in the peachy room. Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The telephone number of nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance, and poison control center has been posted by all the phones in the facility. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.75(a) Description: In child care spaces Noncompliance Area: There was no first aid kit in the main/great room. Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A first aid kit was placed in the main/great room. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | 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 peachy room was missing adhesive bandages(band aids). The first aid kit in the kitchen/eating area was missing tweezers. 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.) The first aid kits in the peachy room and kitchen/eating area has been restocked with the missing supplies. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: The bathroom in the peachy room was missing a hand washing sign above the toilet and sink. The sink in the great room was missing a handwashing sign. The sink in the kitchen/eating room was missing a handwashing sign. 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.) Handwashing signs have been placed at all sinks in the facility. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | Renewal | 3270.92(a) - No portable space heaters | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.92(a) Description: No portable space heaters Noncompliance Area: In the back room there was a portable space heater on the wall. Correction Required: Portable space heaters are not permitted. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The portable space heater has been removed from the back room. |
|||
| 2025-04-16 | 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 alarm testing log contained the following dates 8/2/24-9/3/24, 9/3/24-10/4/24, 10/4/24-11/4/24, and 12/4/24-1/30/25, which are move than 30 days apart. 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.) A new updated fire alarm testing date system has been put in place to follow according to standards that are required. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: The embedded swing set with slide in the preschool/SA outdoor play space lacked 5 of the required 9 inches of pea gravel. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will add the needed gravel to get the 9inches needed on the playground. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: There was more than six months between reviews/updates of the emergency contact and fee agreements on file for children #1, 2 and 3. There are now current reviews/updates on file . 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will make sure that we have all parents review emergency information within 6 months of the previous one. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | 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 file for child #4 did not contain an initial health assessment within 60 days of attendance at the facility. SEE IS CODE SHEET. This is evidenced by the initial health assessment dated 3/22/24. 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.) We will make sure to get needed health assessments at the proper time. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | 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 #2, who is an older toddler, does not contain a health assessment which has been completed within the past 12 months. This is evidenced by the current health report on file which is dated 3/1/23. 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.) We will make sure that child #2 gets a current health report. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for child # 5 contained 2 of 4 DTAP, 2 of 3 HIB, 2 of 4 Pneumococcal and 2 of 4 Polio vaccinations as in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The immunization record on file for child #1 contained 2 of 4 DTAP, 2 of 3 HIB, 2 of 4 Pneumococcal, 2 of 4 Polio and 1 of 2 Hep A vaccinations as in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to 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.) We will make sure that Children #5 and #1 receive the needed immunizations. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: Observed Neosporin in the first aid kit in the middle room. The medication did not have a name on it for whom the medication is 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.) We made sure that things in the first aid kit were properly labeled and stored. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | 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 facility file lacked proof of purchase of the fire detection system. 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.) We were given our fire system by the New Castle Fire Department. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | 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 emergency plan on file lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster. 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.) We will update our emergency plan to have all needed components. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: There was more than 24 months between the previous and most current and updated health assessments on file for staff #1 and 3. Dates are as follows: Staff #1 -5/12 21 and 6/22/23 and Staff #3 - 8/20/21 and 4/2/24. The files for staff #4 and facility person #7 lack an initial health assessment which has been completed within the past 12 months prior to providing initial start date in a child care position. 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will get needed health assessments. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.151(b) Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Noncompliance Area: The most current health assessment on file for staff #1 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 will get a signed health assessment. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #7 lacks a TB test within 12 months of providing initial service in a child care setting. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. 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 #7 will receive the TB test. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will have the parent sign the needed spot on the emergency contact form. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #7 lacks two written nonfamily reference from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will have staff #7 get two written reference letters. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #7 lacks emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will make sure that staff #7 completes the emergency plan training. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The parent letter lacked lockdown procedures and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with chronic medical conditions and children with disabilities. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will add the needed information to the parent letter and hand out to all parents. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 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 (see IS code sheet): Health and Safety training. 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 15 days from POC requested date) 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.) We will have staff #2 complete the health and safety training. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: Facility person #7- has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see IS code sheet). Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Facility person #7 will have 15 days from POC requested date to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, facility person #7 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 facility person #7, facility person #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will have staff #7 complete the Mandated reporter training. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | 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 most current FBI clearance on file for staff #3 is not dated within the past 60 months. FBI date - 6/26/18. The file for staff #4, lacked a Child Abuse clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position and lacks an NSOR clearance. SEE IS CODE SHEET. Child Abuse clearance is now on file and dated 1/22/24. The disclosure statement on file for staff #6 lacks the date that it was signed. The file for facility person #7, who is 17 years of age, lacks a PA State Police and Child Abuse clearance and a disclosure statement. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #3, 4 and 7 -- 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. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #3 has received the needed clearances as of 4/12/24. Staff #4 and 7 are not working until all needed clearances are in. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #3 and 4, who hold the title of assistant group supervisor, lack 2500 hours of child care experience. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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.) We will have staff #3 and 4 complete a form showing that they have the 2500 hours of child care experience. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.66(b) Description: Original container Noncompliance Area: Observed cleaner near the sink in the middle room. The bottle did not specify the contents. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We fixed this while the inspector was present. |
|||
| 2024-04-12 | 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 last manual 30 day check of the fire detection system on file was not completed within the past 30 days. Date of last manual 30 day check was 3/1/24. 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.) We fixed this with the inspector present. |
|||
| 2023-04-27 | 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 file for Staff #1 contained documentation of a health assessment that was administered more than 24 months ago. 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.) I will make sure that she gets an updated health assessment. |
|||
| 2023-04-27 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First-Aid/CPR. Correction Required: Staff person shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3 will have until 4/22/23, 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family childcare home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that she completes CPR and First-Aid training. |
|||
| 2023-04-27 | 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 file for Staff #3 contained an FBI Criminal History Clearance document that is not accepted by our department. 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. Facility Person #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will not return to work until she has the proper FBI Clearance. |
|||
| 2023-04-27 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 did not contain a staff evaluation completed in 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.) I will complete an evaluation for the staff. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | 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: Although the file for Staff #2 contained a current health assessment, the previously completed health assessment on file was dated as administered more that 24 months prior. 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 has current health assessment. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | Renewal | 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 through #3 did not contain documentation of the completion of emergency plan training in the past 12 months. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff will complete emergency plan training. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 through #4 did not contain documentation of the completion of fire safety training in the past 12 months. 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.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will make sure that everyone completes fire safety training. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | 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: Although the file for Staff #4 contained documentation of the completion of mandated reporter training, the previously completed training was dated more than 60 months prior. 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 child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) He has completed mandated reporter training. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | 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 files for Staff #3 and #4 contained current FBI, PA State Police, and Child abuse clearances; however, each clearance was most recently updated more than 60 months prior to the date that previous clearances were processed. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).LACKING 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
|||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have all required clearances. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1 through #3 did contain written evaluations completed in 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.) All staff will have evaluations completed. |
|||
| 2022-04-22 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
|
Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Two exposed screws were observed protruding from an area of fencing in an area accessible to children in the outdoor play space. Also in an area accessible to children in the outdoor play space, an approximately 8' section of landscape timber was observed to have jagged, splintering edges. Contact with noted areas of concern could cause laceration and/or puncture injuries. 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.) I will remove the screws and remove or cover the landscape timbers. |
|||
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Providers in ZIP Code 16101
Looking for Child Care?