HAPPY LEARNERS DEVELOPMENT CHILDCARE

Similar Age Level (3270.51)

During unannounced monitoring on 5/18/26, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 1 and # 2 had a combined total of 11 preschool children. Staff # 1 came downstairs to the 1st floor to open the door, and left Staff # 2 alone with 11 children 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. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. Correction: 5/20/26 Child staff ratio will be corrected by evaluating and monitoring group settings Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: the facility did not have the proper handwashing signs at the sinks, and changing table in the facility Requirement: 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. Correction: All areas with sinks, changing tables and bathroom stalls have posted handwashing signs that specifies specific times handwashing is a must Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Mixed Age Level (3270.52)

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 3 had 6 children in care, the youngest 1 yr old, the oldest preschool. Staff# 3 was out of ratio Requirement: 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). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. Correction: Staff will take into consideration that student to staff ratio must be prioritized to ensure safety and to stay in compliance with DHS. Ratios will be maintained at all times Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: There were missing receptacle covers in the preschool room Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: All receptacle cover outlets have been replaced Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The first aid kit in the preschool room was missing tweezers The first aid kit in the toddler room was missing scissors Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: All first aid kits have been properly inspected to ensure they meet requirements for containing soap, adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, scissors, and disposable glass Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's windowsills in the classrooms needed cleaning Requirement: 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. Correction: All window panels have been washed and disinfected for health and safety reasons Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed (3270.91(a))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's exit from the kitchen was obstructed with toys and other miscellaneous things Requirement: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. Correction: Toys and other miscellaneous items have been removed from facility emergency exit and stairway Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original container (3270.133(1))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2 had an epi pen that was not in the original container Requirement: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Correction: Child # 2 parents requested a container for the prescription, and it was received by the facility on 4/22/26 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Medication log (3270.133(7))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2's file did not have a medication log Requirement: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. Correction: Child # 2 medication log has been completed and signed by parent Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3270.182(3)/3270.182(5))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 and child # 2's emergency contact did not have parental signature for obtaining medical care and administration of minor first aid Requirement: 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. Correction: Child # 1 and # 2 has parental signature on their emergency contact for both emergency medical care and first aid procedure Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations (3270.25(a))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have the department's information posted for parents to easily access it. Requirement: 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. Correction: DHS department information has been posted at out front entrance and at our parents resource wall Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

During renewal inspection on 4/20/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare training in file Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Staff # 1 completed all required documentation for training (12 hrs.) Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3280.124(f)/3280.181(c))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Child # 1's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 8/15/24 and 7/25/24 Child # 2's emergency contact and agreement as last signed 8/23/24 and 7/10/24 Child # 4's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 9/10/24 and 9/11/24 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: all emergency contacts have been signed and up to date Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3280.26(a)(5))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. Prior to issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: Emergency plan has been modified to include measures for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insured (3280.176(a))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility offers transportation. The facility's insurance expired 9/24/24and registration expired 5/31/25 Requirement: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law). Correction: Facility will not transport children until insurance and registration have been updated and presented to the department Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Safe routes posted (3280.171(c))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility had incomplete evacuation routes posted Requirement: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: Evacuation routes have been posted Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3280.151(a)/3280.192(3))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Staff # 1's health assessment was dated 3/9/23 Staff # 3's health assessment was dated 3/20/23 Requirement: 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: Staff will have updated health assessments completed Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Above ground window opening restricted to 6" (3280.72(d))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The windows in the facility were able to open more than 6 inches Requirement: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. Correction: Windows will not open above 6 inches Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Liability Insurance (3280.17)

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of liability insurance Requirement: 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: Liability insurance has been purchased for new location Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Contact when arises/Contact when ended (3280.26(a)(3)/3280.26(a)(4))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide a method of contacting parents at the onset and end of emergency Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Prior to the issuance if the certificate of compliance Correction: Emergency plan will be modified to include method for contacting student parents Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and training (3280.31(e)(4)(i))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following While reviewing staff files Staff # 2's Pediatric CPR/First aid was dated 12/28/22 Staff # 3 and Staff # 4's Pediatric CPR/First aid was dated 4/18/23 Requirement: 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. Correction: Provider will have staff complete Pediatric CPR/First aid and place in file. Staff will be supervised by staff that has a complete file until training is completed. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3280.32(a)/3280.192(4))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Staff # 4's child abuse clearance was dated 3/25/20 Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # --4 may not work in a childcare 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. Facility Person #--- 4 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Provider will have staff # 4 complete clearance and place in file. Staff # 4 will not be in a childcare position. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Mixed age levels (3280.52(c))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following Staff # 3 leaving Staff #2 alone in the classroom with 10 children Requirement: 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 at §3280.52(b). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: staff will be in compliance with child-staff ratio Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3280.65)

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility had missing outlet covers in classrooms, playroom , cubby room and hallway Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: All outlets will be covered Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible - in original container (3280.66(a))

During initial inspection on 6/2/25, cert Rep observed the following The facility had toxic materials located in the lower cabinet of the bathroom that is accessible to children Requirement: 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. Prior to the issuance of the certificate of compliance Correction: Toxic materials will be placed in locked cabinets Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).