THE GODDARD SCHOOL AT SPRING RIDGE

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

During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/5/26 the most recent fire detection system testing was on 12/2/25, which was more than 30 days ago. Additionally, there was more than 30 days between fire detection system testing dates 10/3/25 -11/3/25. 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: We did a fire drill @ 3:15 pm on 1/5/26 and tested the alarm as we do each every 30 days together. ( we missed because of being on holiday) Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

During and unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/5/26 Staff person 3 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). This is evidenced mandated reporter training dated 12/3/25, which is after the 90th day from Staff 3's date of hire. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Staff person 3 started mandated reporter training before 90 days but wasn't finished. When we realized this, we had her finish it. We will ensure that employees will finish all required trainings before 90 days after hire. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During and unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/5/26, Staff person 2 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 10/9/23. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file. 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person 2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person 2, staff person 2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person 2 will not be alone with children until She completes first aid and CPR training on (1/21/26 @ 1:00pm with Christopher Valverde from American Heart Association. (this was the first available date For training. ) Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety/Written statement (3270.21/3270.166(1))

During a self reported non-compliance investigation on 1/5/26 staff reported that on 12/19/25 Staff 1 accidentally fed Child 1 a bottle of Child 2's breast milk from a bottle labeled for Child 2.Both children's bottles were labeled with names. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. Correction: We made the existing policy, which includes the requirement for infants to only be given bottles and food that is labeled for that infant, for safe bottle feeding into a Signed document. This policy includes a requirement for staff to confirm out loud with other staff who are present that the bottle is labeled and identified for the child they intend to feed as an additional method to ensure children are not given improper bottles. We had every faculty member review the document by reading it and Signing after the director reviewed the policy with them. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

In child care spaces (3270.75(a))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25 Cert rep observed there was no first kit present in the Exploration room(Front room). Requirement: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. Correction: We got the required supplies and added the first aid kit to the exploration room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Posted in group space (3270.111(b))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25 Cert rep observed there was no daily schedule posted in the Exploration room(Front room). Requirement: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Correction: The preschool 1 daily schedule was posted in the exploration room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25 Cert rep observed gloves on the the changing table in Room 5-6, and Room 9. The gloves would be accessible to the children in these rooms while being changed. The children in these rooms are infants and young toddlers who may still be 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: We moved the gloves to high cabinets in all of the rooms. Teachers will only take out one pair at a time that they are using at that moment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Given parents in writing (3270.121(b))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 Cert rep noted the facility's general daily schedule, and supervision policies, were not being provided to the parents in writing at the time of enrollment. Requirement: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing 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 education director updated the parent handbook to include the supervision policies on page 21 and the daily schedule on page 24. The updated copy of the parent handbook was emailed to parents. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Admission date (3270.123(a)(6))

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Children 2,4, and 6 did not have their date of admission listed on their fee agreement. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. Correction: The assistant director wrote the date of admission on each of Children 2, 4, and 6's fee agreements. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each child emergency contact person/Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(a)/3270.124(b)(7))

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Child 3's emergency contact form did not have a phone number and address for all release persons and a phone number for all emergency contacts. Requirement: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. 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's emergency contact was corrected to include a phone number and address for all release persons and a phone number for all emergency contacts. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 Child 2's emergency contact form did not have an address for the child's physician or source of medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: Child 2's emergency contact was updated with the address of the child's physician. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 the parents' work address (Children 2,3, & 6) and parents' work phone number (Children 2,3, & 4) was not present on these children's emergency contact forms. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Children 2,3,4, & 6 emergency contacts was corrected to include their parents' work address and phone numbers or the reason why they were not provided. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each child care space (3270.124(c))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25 Cert rep observed 7 preschool children receiving care in Room 1(Preschool 2). The emergency contact forms for these children was not present in the room with the children. Requirement: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: A new binder with emergency contact forms for each preschool 2 child was created so one be with the teacher if and they sperate like in the classroom and on the playground. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Free from contagious/communicable disease (3270.131(d)(7))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 Cert rep noted that Child 5's health assessment dated 4/22/25 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction: Child 5's parent got a new health assessment completed by their Family's physician answering the required questions that made a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Staff 1, 3 and 6 had more than 24 months between Health assessments. Staff 1 had a health summary from 9/19/24. The summary was not acceptable because it was not signed by a a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and did not note the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Staff 1's most recent acceptable health assessment was dated 9/23/22. Staff 3 had health assessments dated 9/1/22 and 11/18/24. Staff 6's most recent health assessment was dated 8/30/22. 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. Correction: Staff 1 had a new health assessment on 7/7/25 and had the correct assessment completed with physician's signature and her suitability to work in child care noted. Staff 3 got her health assessment when realized is expired on 11/18/24. Staff 6 is a seasonal hire and wasn't employed on 8/20/24. She got the closest appointment upon her return 7/14/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Safe routes posted (3270.171(c))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25 Cert rep observed the facility's written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. Requirement: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Correction: The safe routes had been posted and must have fallen down without being notices. A new one was immediately printed and hung up. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 Cert rep noted that Child 1's emergency contact form was reviewed with the parents on 7/14/24. This is more than 6 months since the previous review. 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: Child 1's emergency contact form was reviewed with the parents Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 it was noted that there was one incident of more than 30 days between fire detection testing: 5/7/25-6/13/25. 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: We did fire detection testing when we realized we were past due. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Bachelor's + 1 yr (3270.34(b)(1))

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Staff 2's file did not have verification of years of experience in Child care. Staff 2 has a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology. Staff 2 has been working as a director. Requirement: A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. Correction: The owner contacted the owner of Staff 2's previous employment and verified her 5 years of experience before the start of employment but had not completed the verification form. On the day of the inspection the owner completed the verification of experience form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Cert rep noted Staff 5's NSOR was dated 6/4/25, which is after their first day with children. Staff 4 had State police clearances dated 2/18/20 and 5/9/25, which is more than 60 months between clearances. Staff 4 was reported to have worked as staff between 2/18/25-5/9/25. 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. Correction: When we realized Staff 5's NSOR was not returned we called and learned the request form was not filled in correctly so we reapplied and received it on 6/4/25. When we realized Staff 4's state police clearance was out of date we ran a new clearance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Staff 6's most recent Pediatric First Aid and CPR training was completed 8/30/22, and expired on 8/31/24. Staff 6 was observed providing child care on 6/16/25. 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff 6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or higher who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff 6, staff 6 may not work in a child-care position or have direct contact with children at the facility. Correction: Staff 6 is a seasonal hire and was at college on 8/31/24. We had staff person 6 take first aid a CPR training on 6/19/25 when we had it scheduled for others who needed it. We had her not work alone until it was current. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

During a renewal inspection 6/13/25-6/18/25 Staff 6's most recent emergency plan training was 5/14/25 which is more than 12 months ago. 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: We took Staff 6 through emergency plan training on 6/17/25 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. 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. The facility shall have a written policy which addresses: 1. Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma 2. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Correction: We researched information on the prevention and identification of Child Maltreatment. Using this information we updated our policy to include it. "Shake baby/Abusive Head trauma/Child Neglect/Physical and Emotional abuse, awareness reporting and prevention policy." All faculty read and signed it. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection on 6/16/25 Cert rep observed Staff 6 caring for children unsupervised. Staff person 6 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 8/31/24. 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. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff 6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or higher who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff 6, staff 6 may not work in a child care position or have direct contact with children at the facility. Correction: Staff 6 is a seasonal hire and was at college on 8/31/24. We had staff person 6 take first aid a CPR training on 6/19/25 when we had it scheduled for others who needed it. We had her not work alone until it was current. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

HS/GED + 2 yrs (3270.36(b)(5))

During a renewal inspection on 6/13/25-6/18/25 Staff 7 did not have verification of years of experience working in child care. Staff 7 had a high school diploma and 12 human service credits. Staff 7 has been working as an AGS at both of the legal entity's locations. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Correction: Staff 7 had her previous supervisors write her letters of reference with verification of her working with children. She is providing her transcripts for spring of 2025 which shows she has 27 human services credits. She will work as an aide, until we have complete documentation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).