ABK LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC

2026

1. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

   Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))

   The emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children #1 and #2 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months. Requirement: 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. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, parents of child #1 and Child #4, reviewed the emergency contacts and agreements and updated them with required or requested information. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/26/2026
2. Medium risk3/13/2026

   Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

   There was an uncovered outlet on the wall in the main room, near the entry door. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: To correct the noncompliance an outlet cover was placed in the electrical outlets near the entry door. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/13/2026
3. Medium risk3/13/2026

   Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle (3270.67(d))

   There was an unlidded trash can in the Preschool room that contained cups used for drinking. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: TO correct the noncompliance, the unloaded trash can was replaced by a can with a lid. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/13/2026
4. Medium risk3/13/2026

   No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

   In the Main room, there was damaged plaster and peeling paint on the wall behind the cots. In the outdoor playspace, there was peeling paint on the surface of a wooden water trellis used as play equipment. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the damaged wall plaster behind the cots was sanded and repainted Additionally, the wooden trellis used as play equipment was sanded and repainted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 4/3/2026
5. Medium risk3/13/2026

   Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

   There was no lid on the trash can in the girls' restroom in the Main room. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the trash an in the girls bathroom was replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/13/2026
6. Medium risk3/13/2026

   Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

   There were two exposed bolts on a water trellis used as play equipment in the outdoor playspace. Requirement: 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. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the screws the water trellis in the outdoor play space were replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 4/17/2026
7. Medium risk3/13/2026

   Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

   There were foam blocks with teeth marks, indicating they had been bitten by children, in the older toddler area of the infant/toddler room. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the foam blocks in the older toddler area was removed from play. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/13/2026
8. Medium-Low risk3/13/2026

   Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

   In the main room, there were cots labeled with numbers, but there was no chart present to indicate which number corresponded to which child. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the cots were labeled with children's names and corresponding numbers Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/13/2026
9. Medium-Low risk3/13/2026

   Promote development (3270.111(c))

   The was no daily activity schedule posted in the Preschool rooms for the child care portions of the day. Requirement: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the daily activity schedule was created and placed in the preschool room for the portion of the day. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/26/2026
10. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

    At approximately 12:30 PM in the Main room, Facility Person #1 was supervising five preschoolers who were resting on cots. Facility Person #1 was cleaning up after lunch and was in an area of the room where they were unable to see two children, due to the placement of the children/cots and other furniture in the room obstructing their view Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, facility person #1 was retrained on supervision policy as is required by the DHS. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
11. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Amount of fee (3270.123(a)(1))

    The agreement on file for child #2 did not specify the fee amount. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, parent of child #2 updated the agreement to include the fee amount. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
12. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    There was no approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development (Child Service Report ) on file for child #1, enrolled at the facility more than 6 months. The current child service reports on file for children #3 and #4 were completed more than 6 months after the previous CSR's on file for these children. Requirement: 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). Correction: To correct the non compliance, the child service report was completed and placed in the child's file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
13. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Arrival/departure times (3270.123(a)(4))

    The agreement on file for child #4 did not specify the arrival and departure times. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, parent updated the agreement with the arrival and departure times of care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
14. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

    The emergency contact form on file for child #4 did not include the health insurance information. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, parent updated the emergency contact form to include the health insurance information for child #4. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
15. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Immunization record/Dismissal policy (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3))

    The immunization record on file for child #4 did not indicate that the child had sufficient doses of any required immunizations. Requirement: 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).Child #4 must be dismissed from care by close of business 3/13/26 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter Correction: To correct the noncompliance, child #4 was removed from care until the proper dose of immunizations were completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/13/2026
16. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Child's hands washed (3270.134(a))

    At approximately 12:35 PM, Facility Person #5 was observed diapering a child in the infant/young toddler area of the Infant/Toddler room when another child they were supervising climbed onto a shelf. Facility Person #5 removed the child from the changing table, set that child on the floor, and assisted the child on the shelf to get down safely without first washing the child's hands. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, facility person #5 was informed and retrained on the handwashing policy for infants/toddlers. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
17. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Adult Hygiene (3270.152)

    At approximately 12:35 PM, Facility Person #5 was observed diapering a child in the infant/young toddler area of the Infant/Toddler room when another child they were supervising climbed onto a shelf. Facility Person #5 removed the child from the changing table, set that child on the floor, and assisted the child on the shelf to get down safely without first washing their hands. Requirement: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, facility person #5 was counseled and retrained on the handwashing and supervision policies . Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/23/2026
18. Medium-Low risk3/13/2026

    Menus (3270.165)

    The menu was not posted at least a week in advance. Requirement: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, the menu was uploaded to bright wheel for parent review. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/13/2026
19. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    There were no written nonfamily references on file for Facility Person #6. Requirement: 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. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, facility Epson #6 submitted non family written references and the reference was placed in the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
20. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))

    The operator has a valid reason they are unable to test the facility's smoke detectors. The most recent fire protection professional inspection of the smoke detectors documented and on file at the facility was dated 2/9/25. Requirement: 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. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, operator requested the updated smoke detector documentation dated within the annual requirement. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/13/2026
21. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii))

    There was documentation of 7 of the 12 required child care training hours on file for Facility Person #1 during the most recent review period (December 2024-December 2025.) There was documentation of one of the 12 required child care training hours on file for Facility Person #3 during the most recent review period (February 2025-February 2026.) Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 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. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, facility person was informed about the lack of training completed and the timeline to complete them. Facility Persons #1 and #3 completed the required trainings to total 12 for their last year. Operator reviewed staff files to track compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/20/2026
22. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(ii))

    Facility Persons #1 and #4 were classified as assistant group supervisors based on completion of high school and at least 2 years of child care experience. Facility Person #3 was classified as an assistant group supervisor based on completion of 15 credits in human services and year of child care experience. There was no documentation of child care experience on file for Facility Persons #1, #3 and #4. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at § 3270.36(b)(1-5). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, facility person #1, #3 and #4 submitted employment verification forms to document that childcare experience. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/26/2026
23. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

    The current firesafety training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #4 was completed more than 12 months after the previous firesafety training. Requirement: 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. Correction: To correct the noncompliance fire safety training will be completed within the year by all staff to remain compliant. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/17/2026
24. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Letter to parents (3270.27(e))

    There was no letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan. Requirement: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedure specified in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: To correct the noncompliance, operator will create an emergency planning letter informing parents of the emergency procedures of ABK. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/17/2026
25. Medium-High risk3/13/2026

    Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

    There was no documentation of initial emergency plan training on file for Facility Person #2. Requirement: 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. Correction: TO correct the noncompliance, facility person #2 reviewed training on emergency procedures signed documentation that the training was complete and documentation placed in the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/16/2026