CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

On April 9, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of at least 12 clock hours of child care training, the file contained 6 hours of training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Staff member completed the hours on 4/15. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

On April 9, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Child #1 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 4/2/2025. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Correction: The parent was contacted again to inform them that their child's health assessment was outdated and until we receive the current form they are not able to attend. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

On April 9, 2026 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain evidence of Pediatric First/CPR training. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staff attended CPR training on 4/15. Certifications were sent 4/28. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Similar Age Level (3270.51)

On March 9, 2026 during the complaint investigation, it was determined that Staff #1 left two teachers with 18 2 year olds, leaving the class out of ratio Requirement: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. Correction: Staff #1 was terminated, all staff were required to complete a ratio, name to face and supervision training Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

On August 1, 2025 during the complaint investigation, it was acknowledged that Staff #1 left Child #1 unsupervised in a classroom for approximately 15 minutes. Requirement: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. 3.The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. Correction: 1. Children will be supervised at all times 2. All staff will attend a 2- hour, approved Supervision training provided by the ELRC on 8/22 3. All staff will record ratios and transitions on a weekly basis on paper forms provided by OCDEL Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

On May 8, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #4 did not contain evidence of Health and Safety training. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Staff person will complete the required Health and Safety training and submit completed certificates to principal no later than 5/13/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

On May 8, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of staff evaluation. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: Principal will conduct employee reviews and obtain employee signatures acknowledging review by 5/25/25 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age appropriate restraints (3270.175(a))

On May 8, 2025 during the renewal inspection, there was no evidence of booster seats in the vehicles for children under the age of 7 Requirement: A child 7 years of age or younger shall be transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems). Correction: Booster seats have been ordered, delivered and installed into the vehicle transporting children under the age of 7yrs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans (3270.176(f))

On May 8, 2025 during the renewal inspection, the Cert Rep observed a vehicle that contained a sticker that stated the vehicle was altered Requirement: In accordance with the requirements of 67 Pa. Code Chapter 171 (relating to school buses and school vehicles), the facility may not transport a child in an 11-15 passenger van. Correction: Vehicle is out of service until the DOT or State Police allow it to return to service with written confirmation. DOT and State Police have been contacted to visit the site and review the vehicle. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).