GPY Northeast Early Learning Center

2025

1. Medium risk7/25/2025

   Two written references (3270.192(5))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, Staff #4 file did not contain two written letters of reference. 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: Director obtained 2 written references for Staff #4 at time of inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/25/2025
2. Medium-High riskStandard 127/25/2025

   12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing 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. Correction: Staff #1 obtained health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing, on 7/28/25. A copy will be placed in the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/25/2025
3. Medium-High risk7/25/2025

   Each child care space/Dated signature affixed (3270.124(c)/3270.181(d))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, emergency contact information dated and signed by the parent was not present in the camp childcare spaces where children were receiving care. 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. Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record. Correction: We will have emergency contact binders placed with each group. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/28/2025
4. Medium-High risk7/25/2025

   Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, peeling paint was observed on walls accessible to children in the Older Toddler, PK 4, and PK 2 classrooms. 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: We had facilities department paint. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/29/2025
5. Medium-High risk7/25/2025

   Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, cleaning products were observed in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the Happy Feet room. The safety lock was not preventing the cabinet door from opening. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: A new lock was placed on the cabinet preventing access to cleaning products under the sink. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/25/2025
6. Medium risk7/25/2025

   Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, Staff #6 file did not contain verification of education. 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 acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Will get the verification of education and place in the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/28/2025
7. Medium-High risk7/25/2025

   Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, Staff #5 PA Criminal Record dated 7/15/24. indicates a record. The Rapp sheet was not included in the criminal clearance for review as required by CPSL. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Obtained Rapp sheet for Staff #5, however, missing disposition. Staff #5 will not return to work until all CPSL clearances are obtained and approved. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/28/2025
8. Medium risk7/25/2025

   Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, Staff #5 and Staff #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health & Safety Training Part 1 and Part 2. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Both staff members gave me their certificates to place in the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 7/28/2025
9. Medium-High risk7/25/2025

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

   On 7/25/25, at time of inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #3 files contained expired Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings. Staff #2 Pediatric First Aid/CPR training expired 4/2025. Staff #3 Pediatric First Aid/CPR training expired 5/2025. 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: We have corrected this by having both staff scheduled Pediatric First Aid/Cpr course on Saturday, Aug 23rd. Staff #3 no longer works at facility as of 8/18/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/26/2025
10. Medium risk5/16/2025

    No physical punishment /No harsh language (3270.113(b)/3270.113(d))

    On 5/5/25, at approximately 4:00pm, Staff #1 was witnessed using a harsh voice while aggressively grabbing Child #1 by the wrist to redirect them away from the door. Requirement: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. Correction: Staff #1 was written up for not meeting expectations of the job, violating policy and violating safety rules. The write up also stated that this behavior will not be tolerated and can result in termination. The director provided Staff #1 with this write up and meets with her daily for a coaching session. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/6/2025