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BLESSED HOPE GROUP DAY CARE HOME-1

Erie, PA · Erie County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (4 reviews)
W 38th St, Erie, PA 16508
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
3

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Contact Information

📞 (814) 864-6744
W 38th St
Erie, PA 16508
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00244265
License Issued
Nov 15, 2025
Active Through
Nov 15, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 1

Reviews

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Nicole
2024-02-10 01:26:19
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I have used this provider for less than 6 months

I was referred by another parent. I have to say I am very happy with how my kids adjusted. Staff very patient and welcoming. They always willing to help solve any issues.

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Marie Cleveland
2024-02-10 01:23:08
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

The staff here is amazing, my children are absolutely love the teachers and staff,

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Sue Ray
2024-02-10 01:18:50
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I love the staff they are great with the kids. Love communication between staff and parents. Always on top of important events. Always willing to accommodate if they are able to..best thing I did for my family.

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Matt
2019-02-04 13:10:42
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Excellent learning environment and a great teaching staff!

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About the Provider

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BLESSED HOPE GROUP DAY CARE HOME-1 is a Family Child Care in ERIE PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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 Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Recheck paperwork to make sure it is complete.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual 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.)
Recheck that release person address is on emergency contacts.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 who is a preschool child lacked a health report that was completed 12 months from the previous health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 2/15/24 and 4/4/25.

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.)
Current physical is in the file.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(c)(5)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked an adult health assessment that included the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's 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.)
Contact Dr office to get paperwork fixed.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the last emergency drill was conducted on 7/14/23.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Did an emergency plan drill immediately.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 lacked pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The files for staff persons #1 and #2 had pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in their files dated 3/31/23 and 5/6/25. The file for staff person #3 pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in the file dated 3/31/23 and 6/4/25.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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.)
To be sure CPR is updated before expiration date.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) - Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 lacked 12 hours of child care training that were completed between 1/3/24 and 1/3/25.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. 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.)
Recheck trainings and be sure staff is up to date.
2025-08-14 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector checks. There were 33 days between 1/10/25 and 2/12/25 and 35 days between 3/18/25 and 4/22/25.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To recheck and make sure smoke detector check is done every 30 days.
2025-01-24 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2024-08-26 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included a work address and work telephone number for the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Got parent to address this issue at pickup.
2024-08-26 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual 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.)
Immediately had parent fill out this info.
2024-08-26 Renewal 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information and financial agreement that was reviewed six months from the previous six months. The emergency contact information and financial agreement reviews were dated 4/25/23 and 2/9/24.

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.)
It was updated.
2024-08-26 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 who was hired as a primary staff person on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances that were completed within the past 60 months. The State Police Clearance in the file was dated 7/30/19. The Child Abuse Clearance in the file was dated 7/17/19. The FBI Clearance in the file was dated 8/16/19. The files for staff persons #1 and #2 lacked dated disclosure statements.

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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately applied for all clearances needed for Staff #1. Staff person #1 will not work in a child care position at the facility until the clearance is received and placed in the file. Staff person #2 signed and dated a disclosure statement. It was placed in the file.
2024-08-26 Renewal 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: In classroom #2 an outlet was observed that was missing a protective receptacle cover on the wall under the chalkboard.

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.)
Immediately covered the outlet.
2024-08-26 Renewal 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In classroom #2 the baseboard was missing causing visible hazards including rough edges on the plaster.

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.)
Owner will get someone to fix this. Either paint or baseboard.
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for Child #1 and #2, who have been enrolled for more than 6 months, lacked child service reports.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
child service reports was done and signed
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) - Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)/3280.182(1)

Description: Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: The initial health report in the file for Child #1 was conducted more than 60 days after the child's first day in care.

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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
physical was brought in
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not include documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Children # 1 and #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 8/10/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
parents provided letter stating no flu shut per their decision
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.171(a) - Pick up and drop off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.171(a)

Description: Pick up and drop off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have on file an annual letter to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
sent routes to local epd
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.72(b) - Screened Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.72(b)

Description: Screened

Noncompliance Area: Four windows were open in the main room on the day of the inspection. Two of the windows lacked screens and two of the windows had screens that were not pulled down.

Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
screens was put in place correctly and pulled down
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Observed peeling paint above the baseboards on the window side of the main room.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
peeling paint was taken care of
2023-08-10 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The facility was not documenting fire system checks every thirty days.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
fire system check every 30 days
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff Person #1 and #2 lacked an initial health assessment.

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 2 GOING TO HAVE THE PHYSICAL FORM FILLED OUT ON MONDAY JUNE 26, 2023 AND STAFF 1 WILL MAKE APPOINTMENT STAFF 1 APPOINTMENT IS WEDNESDAY JUNE 28, 2023 at 1015..WILL SEND PROOF IMMEDIATELY
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1, a Primary Staff Person, lacked a high school diploma and verification of two years experience. The file for Staff Person #2, a Secondary Staff Person, lacked verification of two years experience.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
STAFF 1 TO GET COPY OF DIPLOMA FROM OHIO HE CALLED STATE OF OHIO AND THEY GAVE HIM A WEBSITE TO DO IT. Staff Person #1 will not work at facility until he gets documentation. AND GET 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE VERIFIED, STAFF 2 VERIFY 2 YEARS VERIFIED
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.26(a) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have an emergency plan.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
to get a emergency plan in place that is suitable I AM currently working on that now at nap times
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Because the facility did not have an emergency plan. Staff Person #1 and #2, who have been employed for more than 90 days (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked initial training in the emergency plan.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To get the emergency plan training in place and train staff immediately or with in 90 days of hire ALSO HAVE THEM SIGN A SHEET SAYING THEY REVIEWED IT AND UNDERSTAND IT
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.26(d)/3280.26(e) - Plan posted/Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(d)/3280.26(e)

Description: Plan posted/Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: Because the facility lacked an emergency plan, an emergency plan was not posted at the facility or provided in a letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. 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.)
letter to parents about emergency plan
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1, who has resided out of state in the past five years, did not include the required out of state clearances for Ohio. The files for Staff Person #1 and #2, who have worked at the facility for more than 45 days (See LIS Code Sheet), did not contain NSOR Clearances.

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 #1 and #2 may not work at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Persons will not work at facility until NSOR and out of state clearances are received.
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: Observed in the main room on the computer table, two bottles of hand sanitizer and a Glade air freshener, which were accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
PUT ALL CLEANING STUFF AWAY HAND SANTITIZER /sprays/ in a locked closet in accessible to children
2023-06-21 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: Observed the following: Baseboard peeling or missing at the bottom of several areas in the main room and at the bottom of the steps from entrance. Leaves and broken pieces of caulking in the window frames. Rust and a sharp edge on the vent cover near the organ in the gym. Wall partition separating on the right side in the gym and two nails protruding from the wall partition. Dirt and debris on the carpeted hallway outside the main child care space and in the gym.

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.)
AFTER HOURS WHEN CHILDREN ARE NOT HERE HAVE JULIAN AND CREW COME AND PUT A BRACKET ON BOARD, FIX NAILS, CLEAN WINDOWS UPSTAIRS, GET RUSTOLEUM/and SPRAY AND FIX THE EDGES ON VENT. I CLEANED WINDOWS OUT 6/23/2023.ALSO HAVING JULIAN GRAB APPROPRIATE LOCKS THIS WEEKEND.ALSO HE BRINGING HAMMER TO FIX NAILS.
2022-08-11 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The facility has not been conducting monthly fire system checks. No fire system checks have been documented since previous renewal. The facility did not have a proof of purchase on file for the interconnected smoke detectors.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will conduct monthly fire system checks. We have filled out an attestation statement for the wired interconnected fire system.
2021-11-04 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.15(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Ongoing compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.15(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Ongoing compliance

Noncompliance Area: The facility does not have a current certificate of occupancy.

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.(b) The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance granted by the Department under this chapter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have attempted to schedule a building inspection to obtain the updated occupancy permit. We will have the building ready for inspection. We will not care for children until we receive the occupancy permit.
2021-11-04 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.17 - Liability Insurance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.17

Description: Liability Insurance

Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation; originally cited 8/19/2021: The provider did not have a copy of the current liability insurance on file at the facility.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will obtain a copy of current liability insurance.
2021-11-04 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.24(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.24(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation; originally cited 8/19/2021:The posted certificate of compliance expired 11/4/2020.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Posted the certificate of compliance.
2019-08-26 Renewal 3280.24(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The current certificate of compliance was not posted in the facility. An expired certificate was posted.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider will print and post the current certificate of compliance and will regularly print and post the new certificates when they are received.
2019-08-26 Renewal 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The windowsills in the classroom were visibly dirty and had several spider webs. The toilet and toilet seat in the girls bathroom were visibly dirty.

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.)
The provider wiped down the windowsills and cleaned the toilet. In the future will regularly check and keep them clean.
2018-08-27 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, hire date 9/19/17, contained a criminal record clearance obtained for the purpose of volunteer. Under CPSL a volunteer clearance is not valid for employment in childcare.

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 #1 had 30 days to acquire a valid criminal history clearance or must be removed from a child care position.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An employee state clearance was obtained. Going forward when employees get their clearances we will ensure it says employment and not volunteer. We will double check that portion of the clearance certificate to ensure it says employee.
2018-08-27 Renewal 3280.34(b)/3280.192(2)(ii) - Primary staff person's qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, identified as a primary staff person, did not contain verification of childcare experience.

Correction Required: A primary shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at 3280.34(b)(1) - (5).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.)
Verification of experience was placed in the file. All staff will have verification of qualifications on file.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 was lacking 2 written non-family references.

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.)
Two written references will be added to the staff file. All staff files will contain 2 written references prior to hire.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3280.34(b)/3280.192(2)(ii) - Primary staff person's qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, serving as a primary staff person, was lacking verification of education and experience prior to service at the facility.

Correction Required: A primary shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at 3280.34(b)(1) - (5).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.)
Verification of education and experience for staff #1 will be added to the staff file. All staff files will include verification of education and experience prior to hire date.
2017-09-14 Renewal 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A window in the child care space was cracked with a sharp edge.

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.)
The cracked window was covered. A building surfaces will be in good repair and free from hazards.

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