CHILDREN OF AMERICA IVYLAND LLC

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

Observed 6/16/2026 the facility did not have documentation that the fire system was being tested every 30 days. 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: Going forward, fire alarms will be tested and documented by 3rd party every 30 days. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children (3270.52/3270.113(a)(1))

Observed 6/16/2026 in the Pre-K Classroom Staff #1and 2 had a total of 16 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 7 children, and staff #2 identified 8 children leaving 1 child unassigned. 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. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: Staff #2 was required to take training "Supervision: Counting Children" class list posted on back of classroom door identifying teacher to student groups. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children (3270.52/3270.113(a)(1))

Observed 5/26/2026 in the Two's Classroom Staff #1and 2 had a total of 11 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 5 children, and staff #2 identified 4 children leaving 2 children unassigned. 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. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: Staff were given enrolled student class list (ages, names & oldest/youngest) that will remain posted on back of classroom door. White board installed on back of classroom door for daily check-in and tracking. Both teachers will complete Better Kid Care Training-Supervision. Counting children at monthly staff meetings on Wednesday June 10, 2026. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Observed 7/7/2025 children files #2 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 2 last physical was 6/30/2023. 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: Parents of child #2 have been notified for need of current physical and need in order for their child to attend. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR (3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10))

Observed 7/7/2025. Staff #1 file did not contain the required Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction: Staff member 1 started June 2025 and has 90 days to get her CPR/First Aid cerification. On 7/17/2025 staff member did get her CPR/First Aid. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children (3270.52/3270.113(a)(1))

Observed 7/7/2025 in School Age Classroom Staff # 1, 2, and 3 had 17 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 5 children, staff #2 identified 6 children and staff # 3 identified 5 children leaving 1 child unassigned Observed in Pre-K (A) Classroom Staff # 4, 5, and 6 had 11 children in their childcare space, staff # 4 identified6 children, staff #5 identified 3 children and staff #6 identified 0 children leaving 2 children unassigned. 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). Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: 7/9/2025 all staff were retrained on the state regulation for primary caregivers in addition reminded where this list is located. Any staff that received this violation did get a formal write up from our HR department. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

Observed 7/7/2025 Two's classroom was missing items from their first aid kit. Two's classroom was missing tweezers from their first aid kit. 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: The tweezer was placed back in the bag on 7/72025. On 7/9/2025 all staff received a copy of required items to be in first aid kits, retrained on their roles in restocking the kits and where extra supplies are kept Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

Observed 7/7/2025 in City Place playroom the wall near the window that cover the mechanical vents, the tape was dislodged from the wall where children hands and objects could easily enter making it not free from visible hazard or good repair. 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: The vent was secured to the wall on 7/8/2025, placed on our internal portal for service channel for further inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Refrigerator (3270.107)

Observed on 7/7/2025 in Infant A classroom the refrigerator thermometer was over 50° F. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: A replacement thermometer was ordered. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

Observed 7/7/2025 Staff #5 and 6 was observed with their backs turned during nap time from their care to attend the bathroom where staff #2 was unable to hear, see or access children's whereabouts. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. Correction: On 7/9/2025 all staff we made aware of this violation, reviewed proper supervision and nap time placement for proper supervision of students. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Review policies and procedures (3270.121(a))

Observed 7/7/2025 Child #7 did not contain an agreement form in their file. Requirement: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. Correction: The family may not return until this is filled out, they are currently our on vacation. The family is aware for their return date. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Designated release persons (3270.123(a)(5))

Observed 7/7/2025 child # 3 & 6 agreement form did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released to. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: The families were called for child 3 and 6, the state agreement had been updated with proper pick-up names. This was done on 7/8/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Admission date (3270.123(a)(6))

Observed 7/7/2025 child #3 agreement form did not specify the date of the child's admission. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. Correction: On 7/7/2025 the admission date was added to the forms Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Observed 7/7/2025 child #3 file did not include the health insurance coverage policy number on the emergency contact form. 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: On 7/8/2025 the family provided the proper insurance information for the child's emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))

Observed 7/7/2025 child # 3,4 ,5 and 6 file were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form. Requirement: 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. Correction: Child 3,4,5 and 6 all added addresses to the proper part on Emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Observed 7/7/2025 Child # 1,2, and 4 files were missing a periodic review of their emergency contact and agreement forms. 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: Families were notified on 7/7/2025 to update emergency contacts, all have been updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Immunization record (3270.131(d)(5))

Observed 7/7/2025 child #5 file did not include a copy of child's immunization records. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Correction: Child 5 parents have been notified that they need updated immunizations by 7/21/2025 in order to attend. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Child's hands washed (3270.134(a))

Observed 7/7/2025 Staff #7 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #7 did not handwash child's hands after being diapered. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: On 7/9/2025 all staff members were trained on proper handwashing and when to wash hands for all students, especially after diaper changing and restroom use. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Hypothetical locations/Evacuation routes posted (3270.94(a)(4)/3270.94(a)(5))

Observed 7/7/2025 the fire detection device was not tested every 30 days; the facility shall have the alarm tested at least annually by a fire safety professional. The facility shall maintain, with the facility's fire drill logs, written documentation of the test results. The current annually fire drill log on file during the inspection was lasted conducted by a fire safety professional of April of 2024. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. Correction: The fire marshal came to location on 7/15/2025. We are just waiting for the final report. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

Observed 7/7/2025 Staff #1 and 4 files did not contain their annual 12 hours of childcare training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Staff member #1 started June 2025 and at this time is not required Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))

Observed 7/7/2025 children #4, 6 and 7 did not contain health reports in their files. Requirement: 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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Parents for children 4,6 and 7 have been notified of needing updated health records in order to attend. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

Observed 10/24/2024 staff #1 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staff #1 has taken the required Health and Safety course on 10/29/2024 and has sent documentation confirming completion to licensor the same day. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

Observed 10/24/2024 Preschool 1 classroom were missing protective receptacle covers making it accessible to children. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: The outlet protective cover was replaced in Preschool 1. A picture of the now protected outlet was sent to in on 10/25/2024. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair (3270.76/3270.82(g))

Observed 10/24/2024 in City Place Bathroom there were sleeping cots, unboxed packages, brooms, dustpans and mops observed not making the bathroom free from hazard and operable for children to use. In the Preschool II bathroom under the sink the silver cap that attached to the pipe was detached and making it accessible to children. 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. Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. Correction: The City Place bathroom was cleared out of all items and a picture was sent to licensor on 10/25/2024. The bathroom is accessible to children. The Preschool II bathroom silver cap was secured to the wall by COA maintenance and is no longer accessible to children. A picture of this was also sent in on 10/25/2024. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Every 60 days/Written record (3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9))

Observed 10/24/2024, Fire drills were not conducted since May of 2024, and there was not a written record of the fire drills conducted on file. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. Correction: A fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2024. This was documented on the required form immediately after completion of the drill. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).