CURIOUS KALEIDOSCOPE PLAYSCHOOL LLC

Two written references (3270.192(5))

The file for Staff Person #3 lacked one written, nonfamily reference. One of the two written references on file was completed by a relative and therefore unacceptable as a nonfamily 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: The file for Staff Person 3 has been updated to include a second written nonfamily reference, replacing the relative's reference that was not acceptable. Effective immediately, all new staff files will be reviewed by the director before the employee's start date to ensure that two written, nonfamily references are on file. A hiring checklist has been implemented to verify that all references meet requirements, and their director will conduct quarterly personnel file audits to maintain compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction: The health assessment for Staff Person 4 has been updated to include documentation of an examination for communicable diseases. Effective immediately, no staff person will be permitted to begin work until a complete health assessment form, including communicable disease clearance is on file. The director will review all staff health assessments at hire and annually to ensure all required information is documented, and monthly personnel file audits will be conducted to maintain compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Immunization record/Dismissal policy (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3))

The most recent immunization record on file for Child #2 lacked 1 of their 4 recommended DTAP vaccinations and their recommended Hepatitis A vaccination. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of 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 will be dismissed from care at close of business on 9.16.25. Correction: Immunization record for Child 2 has been updated, and the parent has been instructed to provide either documentation of the missing DTAP and Hepatitis A vaccinations or a hand written exemption letter. Effective immediately, the director will review all immjnization records upon enrollment and annually to ensure they are current and complete. Parents will be notified in writing when immunizations are due and children will not be permitted to remain in care without proper documentation of required immunizations or an approved exemption on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the release person addresses for two of the release persons listed. 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 1 has been updated to include the missing addresses for both release persons. Effective immediately, all emergency contact forms will be reviewed at enrollment and annually to ensure that each release person listed includes a full name, address, and telephone number. The director will audit child files monthly to verify that all emergency contact information is complete and current. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

In the downstairs classroom, three bookbags were observed to contain items labeled Keep Out of Reach of children. These items included a Eucerin Eczema Cream and three sunscreens. The bookbags were accessible to children receiving care in the downstairs childcare space. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: All items labeled " Keep Out of Reach of Children" (including sunscreens and creams) were immediately removed from accessible bookbags and placed out of reach of children. Staff have been reminded that no medication, ointments or toxic materials may be stored in children's belongings or within reach od children. Effective immediately, staff will check book bags upon arrival to ensure no restricted items are accessible, and the director will conduct random room checks to verify ongoing compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii))

The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of education to qualify them for the position they were identified to be performing. Requirement: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: The file for Staff Person 2 has been updated to include verification of their education and qualifications required for the position. Going forward, the director will ensure that all staff files contain documentation of education, training, and experience prior to assignment of duties. A hiring checklist has been implemented to confirm that verification of education and qualifications is obtained and filed before staff begin employment. Monthly file audits will be conducted to maintain compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

The updates to the NSOR Certificates for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between Certificates dated 8.11.20 and 8.26.25. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked verification that they had requested their FBI Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The completed FBI Clearance on file was dated 15 days after starting at the facility. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Staff Person 1 NSOR certificate was updated on 8/26/2025 and is now in compliance. Going forward, the director will maintain a compliance calendar and review staff files monthly to ensure NSORS certificates are renewed with in the required 60 months. Staff Person 4 FBI clearance is now on file. Effective immediately, documentation of the FBI clearance request will be required and placed in the staff file prior to the employee's first day, and a hiring checklist has been implemented to ensure all clearances are completed before staff begin work. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)(1))

At approximately 9:35am, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for 7 young toddlers in the Young Toddler area of the Upstairs Classroom. When asked if Staff were assigned the responsibility for specific children Staff Person #1 reported that they only knew 3 of the children's names. Staff Person #2 reported that they knew 6 of the 7 children's names. The staff had not been assigned responsibility to specific children. One child was unaccounted for by both staff when the children were identified. Requirement: 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: To ensure compliance with regulation 3270.113(a)(1), each staff member will be assigned responsibility for the direct supervision of specific children. 1. Child assignment: Effective immediately, all children in the Young Toddler room will be assigned to a designated staff person. A written roster will be maintained daily, documenting which staff member is responsible for each child. 2. Name and face recognition: Staff will be required to learn and use names of all children in their care. Director will verify that each staff member can identify every child in their assigned group 3. Training: All staff will participate in a training session on child supervision and accountability. Training will include strategies for ensuring constant awareness of children's whereabouts and the importance of knowing each child. 4. Monitoring and Accountability: The classroom teachers will review child assignments daily and ensure proper coverage. The director will conduct periotic spot checks to confirm staff can identify all children present. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Six-months-old held (3270.166(5))

An infant, reported to be 6 months of age, was observed to be drinking from a bottle on a boppy pillow on the floor. The child was not being held while bottle fed. Requirement: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed. Correction: The infant was immediately picked up and held while they finished their bottle. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Screened (3270.72(b))

The door leading from the downstairs child care space to the outdoor play space was observed to be open. The door did not have a screen in place. Requirement: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open. Correction: The door was immediately closed. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB (3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2))

The file for Staff Person #2 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening that had been completed within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: Staff Person #2 has an appointment scheduled to complete a current health assessment and tuberculosis screening. The Provider's Plan of Correction is that the 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information (3270.131(a))

The file for Child #1 lacked an initial health report within 60 days of starting at the facility. The initial health report was dated 91 days after enrollment at the facility. 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: The child has a current health assessment on file at this time. The Provider's Plan of Correction is that 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. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written consent (3270.133(6))

Written parental consent was missing for an Auvi-Q and a bottle of Cetrizine observed in the medication box in the First Level Classroom. Requirement: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. Correction: The Provider's Plan of Correction will be that the parent will provide written consent to administer medication or a special diet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original label (3270.133(5))

An expired Auvi-Q medication was observed in the medication box in the first level classroom. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: The medication was returned to the parent. The parent has provided a new medication. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for Child #2, an older toddler, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent health report was dated 6.28.23. 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: The parent has provided a current health report for the child. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

110º F or less (3270.69(b))

The hot water in the restroom on the first level was observed to measure at 118° F. The hot water in the downstairs left restroom was observed to measure at 117° F and the hot water in the downstairs right was observed to measure at 115.4° F. Requirement: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. Correction: The Provider's plan of correction would be to turn down the water temperature so it reads under 110° F. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. Requirement: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until October 9, 2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: The Provider's Plan of Correction is to have Staff person(s) complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until October 9, 2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).