KIDDIE CITY EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

The file for child #4 lacked a current child service report dated within the last 6 months. 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: The child service report for child #4 was completed on 5/12/26 and placed in their file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

In the 2s room downstairs, there were multiple fabric chairs with tears that had small pieces of fabric coming apart that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to toddlers receiving care in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths. 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: The fabric chairs with tears in the two's classroom were immediately removed and disposed of. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In the older preschool room downstairs, there was a fabric basket with a metal frame that had sharp edges that was accessible to children. 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: The fabric basket with the metal frame that had sharp edges was immediately removed from the older preschool classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

A handwashing sign was not posted at the changing tables in the older infant room and infant 2 room. 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: A handwashing sign was posted at the changing table in the classrooms on 5/12/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

In the younger preschool room, there was one area of peeling paint on the back wall. In the downstairs back hallway, two exits from the building had peeling paint in multiple areas in both stairwells outside of the doors leading to the outside. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The younger preschool room peeling paint was corrected on 5/12/26. The downstairs back hallway exits from the building with peeling paint will be corrected by 6/15/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original container (3270.66(b))

In the 2 year old room downstairs, there was an unlabeled spray bottle with a yellow liquid that staff identified as a disinfectant spray. 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 stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: The spray bottle in the two year old room was labeled to be identified as disinfectant spray. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

The file for staff person #6 had a disclosure statement that was dated after their start date and lacked an NSOR verification certificate at their start date and requires a current certificate. The file for staff person #3 had an NSOR verification certificate that was dated after their start date. The file for staff person #4 had child abuse clearances that exceeded 60 months between clearances. Requirement: 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. Staff Person #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #6 has applied for and received their NSOR verification. Staff person #3 and staff person #4 had been previously corrected. Staff person #6 did not work in a child care position until the NSOR verification was received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff person #5 completed the following required pre-service training on 2-9-26 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR training. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Staff person #5 has completed the required pre-service training and is now in compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for staff person #2 had current pediatric first-aid/CPR training with a completion date of 2-9-26 that was after the October 2025 expiration of the prior 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 person #2 has completed their pediatric first aid/CPR training and is now in compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Physician name, address, phone (3270.124(b)(2))

The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the child's physician. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: The emergency contact form for child #2 was updated with the address for the child's physician. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. 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: The emergency contact form for child #2 was updated with the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1))

The file for child #6, a young toddler, lacked a current health assessment dated within the last 6 months. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: The parent has provided us with a current health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))

The file for child #1, a preschooler, had health assessments that exceeded 12 months between assessments. 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: The parent has provided us with a current health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Dismissal policy (3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3))

The file for child #2, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, lacked documentation of the 3rd DTAP and Pneumococcal vaccinations being administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation. Requirement: 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. 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 #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 5-12-26 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. Correction: The parent's have provided the center with a letter stating that they are exempting their child from current vaccinations. The child did not return to the facility until the exemption letter was received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exam communicable disease (3270.151(c)(3))

The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that lacked an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction: Staff person #1 has provided us with an updated health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.181(c))

The file for child #4 had an agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent. The file for child #5 had an emergency contact form and agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent. Requirement: 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: The files for child #4 has an updated fee agreement. The file for child #5 has an updated fee agreement and emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

2ND CITATION: On 1-9-26 in room #1 during naptime, there were multiple children on rest equipment that lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 10-31-25. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staff was retrained that 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. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toddler and preschool children (3270.55(a))

On 1-9-26 in room #1 during naptime with a total of 13 children in the room, staff person #1 named 13 children in their group, including 2 older toddlers and 11 preschoolers, resulting in staff person #1 being out of ratio. Requirement: The staff:child ratio while toddlers and preschoolers are napping is one staff person to 10 young toddlers, one staff person to 12 older toddlers, one staff person to 20 preschool children. Correction: Staff Person #1 was retrained on the policy and procedure regarding nap time ratio. Moving forward there will be two staff members when necessary at nap time in a classroom where it is required due to age of children and ratio. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

The file for staff person #1 lacked initial emergency plan training and requires current training. 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: Staff person #1 read the emergency plan training and signed documented that she had read it with her signature and date. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

The file for staff person #2 lacked an NSOR verification certificate at their start date and requires a current certificate. Requirement: 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. Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: The NSOR for staff person #2 was received on 11-4-2025 and placed in their file. Staff person #2 did not return to a child care position until the NSOR was received. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii))

The file for staff person #2, functioning as an aide, lacked verification of education to qualify as a staff person. Requirement: 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. Correction: The GED Diploma for Staff Person #2 was received on 11-10-25 and placed in their file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Running water - diapering (3270.82(j))

The changing table in the older infant room lacked a source of running water for handwashing in the diapering area. Requirement: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day. Correction: The changing table in the older infant room was immediately moved to be closer to a source or running water for handwashing in the diapering area. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

In the infant 2 room, there were 2 infants in cribs that lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. In the gross motor room during naptime, there were 17 children on rest equipment that lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. Requirement: 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. Correction: In the infant 2 classroom the cribs were immediately moved to have at least 2 feet of space on three sides. The children in the gross motor room were moved to allow for 2 feet of space on three sides of each cot. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3270.192(5))

The file for staff person #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references. 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: Two written references for staff person #2 were received and placed in their file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information (3270.131(a))

The file for child #4 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current health assessment. 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. Correction: An updated health assessment has been received for child #4. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).