Tender Loving Care Childrens Center
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Two months ago, we rented an apartment down the street from this daycare and have a child that would be the perfect age to start attending. The proximity of the daycare was actually an influence in our decision to rent in the area. After having moved in and seeing the interactions for only a few days, we were horrified and immediately regretted our decision and wish we had done more research to move close to a reputable daycare instead. Every day as my husband works from home he listens to and watches these children be screamed at and treated rudely by their caregivers every time they are aloud out to play in the yard, one young woman in particular screams at the children rudely every single time we have seen her interacting with them. The road in front of the daycare, and bordering a very busy busway, is not dealt with safely and we routinely hear cars honking at the children or the "caregivers" for blocking traffic unsafely, or squealing tires as cars fly down this road and the children aren't being attended to safely. After having seen what occurs just outside the daycare, we were quite horrified by how the children could be treated inside. After several months of living in the neighborhood, what we see occurring on a daily basis is more than just concerning and parents considering this as a safe place for their children need to be made aware of this safety hazard. Parents beware when choosing this daycare, there are so many options, don't let these be the people you trust to care for your children.
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-07-21 | Renewal | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: In the preschool room, there was less than 2 feet of space on three sides of the rest equipment observed being used by 2 children in care. 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.) The child's sleeping bag had only 2 sides that were 2 or more feet apart. The bag was immediately positioned in a proper, safe manner, with 2 feet of space on at least 3 sides. |
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| 2026-07-21 | Renewal | 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(c) Description: Safe routes posted Noncompliance Area: Written notification of safe routes was not posted in the child care facility. Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Our safe drop-off and pick-up procedure did not include safe routes. We devised a new and more detailed policy, including all safe routes and I gave one to every family and posted the new policy beside our 3 doors/exits. |
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| 2025-12-17 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-07-18 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: There were prickly weeds growing along the fence in the back of the outdoor play space; an open ground drainage pipe by the walkway to the outdoor play space; (2) water-stained ceiling tiles in the PS room and (5) water-stained ceiling tiles in the OT room. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The drainage pipe was covered immediately, as was the prickly weeds were pulled and/or cut down around the fence of our outdoor play space. The water-stained ceiling tiles in the PS and toddler rooms were cleaned and repainted. |
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| 2024-07-30 | 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 information for child #1 was not reviewed by a parent at least once in a 6-month period between 5/3/2023 to 4/18/2024. 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.) On our inspection renewal day (7/30/2024) I had the parent of this child review the files contents and complete the proper form stating it was reviewed. The form was signed and dated and placed in the child's file. This will be done at least every 6 month or sooner of there's any changes that occur. |
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| 2024-07-30 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The operator's policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment, as per Announcement C-22-03. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I immediately wrote/typed statements regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. The new policies were then added to our shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy. Copies were placed in all 3 rooms, and one was sent to out Certification Representative. |
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| 2024-07-30 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The financial agreement for child #1 was not reviewed by a parent at least once in a 6-month period between 5/3/2023 to 4/18/2024. Correction Required: 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.) On our inspection renewal day (7/30/2024) I had the parent of this child review the files contents and complete the proper form stating it was reviewed. The form was signed and dated and placed in the child's file. This will be done at least every 6 month or sooner of there's any changes that occur. |
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| 2024-07-30 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The parent letter did not explain the facility's emergency plan to accommodate infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I immediately added/explained our procedure/intent to make accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions in the event of an emergency or evacuation. |
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| 2023-07-28 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06. Correction Required: Staff Person # will have until 8/15/23 to complete this training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The update/course was immediately addressed by the director and all of the staff have completed the course by 7/31/23. Certificates were issued to all staff and placed in their file. |
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| 2023-07-28 | Renewal | 3270.151(b) - Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(b) Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #6 is signed by an RN, not 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director informed the staff person that a health assessment must be signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or a CRNP; an RN signed the form which is not valid. |
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| 2023-07-28 | Renewal | 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.161(d) Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Noncompliance Area: A lunchbox was observed in the preschool room at 10:00 AM that contained a cheese stick and yogurt, which were not refrigerated. Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) There was a yogurt and cheese stick that was left in a lunchbox on a table in the preschool room and should have been placed in the refrigerator until lunchtime or after. |
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| 2022-07-15 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan on file does not include the elements for the continuity of care, as required effective 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Our emergency plan was lacking the "continuity of care" portion. I wrote up a new plan to attach to our Emergency plan that specifies the necessary steps to continue care during and after a shutdown/closure or disruption of our business/center. |
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| 2022-07-15 | 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: The disclosure statement signed at hire in the file for Staff person #1 is not the current required disclosure statement. (See IS CODE SHEET). Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- 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 signed the wrong disclosure statement at the time of her hire. It was replaced/signed with the current required disclosure statement. |
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| 2022-07-15 | Renewal | 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: The file for Staff person #1, does not include a high school diploma or verification of an 8th grade education, required to be an aide in the facility. 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 #1 did not have proof of her high school diploma in her file. I had her (on the day of inspection) go to her home and bring back her HS diploma. A copy was made and sent to the certification representative on 7/15/22 and placed in her file. |
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| 2022-07-15 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: There was an area of peeling paint in the infant room, on the wall to the right of the entrance. There was an area of peeling paint in the Older Toddler room, above the cubbies, below the air conditioning unit. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) There was peeling paint in the baby room and up above the cubbies in the older toddler room. On the day of inspection/immediately, the 2 areas were covered up with spackle to ensure the surface was flush and free of any peeling paint. |
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| 2020-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was no posted daily schedule in the preschool quiet room. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A daily schedule was immediately posted in the preschool Quiet room. This schedule will be followed by staff members when children are in that specific room. Daily activity schedules ensure that staff and children are following specific routines and regulations to maintain ratio and safety of children. |
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| 2020-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(1) - Child's health history | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Child #1 does not include a review of the child's health history. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The health assessment for Child #1 was not completed in full by his doctor. They failed to check off a question. On 7/29/20, a new health form was completed. I will make sure that when all health reports are given to me that I will check to see if all questions are not only checked but that each form is completed in full. This will help staff to stay current on each child's health needs and conditions. |
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| 2020-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The immunization record on file for Child #1 includes only 3 of the 4 Pneumococcal (PCV-13) vaccinations recommended for a child his age, as per ACIP recommendations. Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children are required to have a total of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines. This should be documented and completed on the health history form in each child's file. On 7/29/20, Child #1 was given the 4th Pneumococcal vaccine. There is proof in his file now/ I will ensure that going forward all of the children's vaccines are current and given in full at the necessary age to ensure health and safety requirements for children and staff. |
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| 2020-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There was a fire extinguisher by the door in the preschool room that was not fully charged. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Our fire extinguisher company (National Fire Safety, Pittsburgh PA) came out to the center and removed the uncharged extinguisher and replaced it with one that was charged. Extinguishers will be inspected/checked periodically throughout the year to make certain the arrow is in the "green area." This will insure they are in proper working order to maintain the safety of the staff and children. the company will be contacted immediately if one is found to not be charged. |
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| 2019-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the multi-purpose room there was a plastic picnic table cracked on the bench and a bin that was observed to be cracked causing a pinch point. In the quiet room there was a little tikes mini copper with a broken screw cap causing sharp edges to be exposed. In the outside play space on the wooden picnic table, bolts were exposed. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will purchase and install bolt covers. Picnic table and bin will be removed. The mini copper was fixed by removing the sharp edges. In the future I will do weekly inspections to make sure all equipment is in good repair. |
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| 2019-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.105 - High Chairs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the multi-purpose room it was observed that one of the high chairs did not have a T-shaped safety strap. Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The high chair was removed from the facility. In the future all high chairs that are located within the facility will have T-shaped safety strap. |
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| 2019-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The agreement form for child #1 lacked an arrival and departure time. 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.) Arrival and departure times were put onto the agreement form. In the future, all newly enrolled children will have a completed agreement form including arrival and departure. |
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| 2019-07-24 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the preschool room bathroom, on the right hand side by the toilet, the plaster was chipping and coming apart. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The bathroom wall will be fixed. In the future checks will be made to ensure all surfaces are in good repair. |
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| 2019-01-29 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child #1 was observed in the classroom, but a review of the emergency contact forms in the preschool room revealed that his form was not in the classroom where he was receiving care. 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.) We immediately made a copy of his emergency contact form and placed it in the proper file in the room he was in at the time. We will make sure emergency contact forms are always with the child. |
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| 2019-01-29 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: At 10:05 Am on 1/29/19, staff person #1 was observed in the preschool classroom with 1 older toddler and 8 preschool age children. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will maintain ratio at all times by remaining in our designated rooms while the children are present. We will follow the correct ratios during the time of caring for mixed age d children. We will follow the ratio guide of the youngest child. This was addressed and corrected at time of inspection and addressed again June 17, 2019. |
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| 2019-01-29 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There were holes in the wall in the infant room where the gate to the eating area had pulled out of the wall, exposing the drywall. 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.) I immediately called a carpenter who arrived that same day and repaired the holes in the wall where the infant room gate was attached. I sent the picture to the CR that day. We will continue to monitor conditions at the facility and will make necessary repairs as quickly as possible. |
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| 2018-07-13 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The agreement for Child #1 did not include 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.) The parent for Child #1 will update the agreement to include the arrival and departure time. I will make certain arrival and departure times are noted on agreements prior to the child starting. |
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| 2018-07-13 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 did not include a signed disclosure statement. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Each new staff member will have a signed disclosure statement in their file on or prior to their first day of employment. Staff person #1 will sign the disclosure statement. |
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| 2018-07-13 | Renewal | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 did not include verification of education, such as a high school diploma, general education development certificate or education transcripts. 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 #1 will submit her high school diploma and a copy will be placed in her file. I will make sure staff persons show proof of education prior to starting work. |
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| 2017-07-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Child #1 does not include a statement from the physician or health care provider which indicates that the child is free from contagious disease and may attend child care. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent for Child #1 will submit an updated health assessment. Upon every child's enrollment, I will provide the proper child health appraisal to the parent so that their pediatrician can complete it. It will remain in the child's file at all times. It will include the proper statement on the form. |
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| 2017-07-05 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the infant room there was one diaper cream labeled with the names of two children, who are twins. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent will be advised to supply 2 separate diaper cream containers, one for each child, bearing the name of the specified child. In the future, we will make sure that all medications bear only the name of one child and the medication will only be used for that child. |
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