BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE EDUCATION

2025

1. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

   Building Surfaces (3270.76)

   Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the boys restroom upstairs, over the sink in room 7, in the right corner of the downstairs infant room., above the restroom door at the bottom of the stairs, and in the lower lobby. A sharp piece of metal was observed protruding from a child lock on a cabinet in room 4 and was 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. Correction: Maintenance will replace ceiling tiles. Leadership covered the sharp metal piece with a protective cover. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/1/2025
2. Medium risk8/29/2025

   Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

   One toilet in the boy's restroom lacked a posted handwashing sign. 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: Maintenance will replace handwashing sign that fell on floor in boys bathroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/29/2025
3. Medium risk8/29/2025

   Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed (3270.91(a))

   One of 2 exit doors in the gym did not open freely. The 15 second delayed magnetic release mechanism was not functioning causing the door to require significant force to open. Requirement: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. Correction: Maintenance and building landlord will activate 15 second magnetic release and loosen nails on door to open freely Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/1/2025
4. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

   Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

   The files for children #3, #4, and #5 lacked documentation of sharing child service reports with the parents in 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: Leadership will have enrolled students parents review and sign off on last report printed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/1/2025
5. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

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

   The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include a complete address for the parent. The address lacked a city, state, and zip code. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Leadership will have parent review Emergency Contact and provide updated information Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/1/2025
6. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

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

   The emergency contact information for child #2 and child #4 did not include complete addresses for the individuals to whom the child may be released. The addresses lacked a city, state, and zip code. 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: Leadership will have parent review Emergency Contact and provide updated information. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/1/2025
7. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

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

   The emergency contact information and agreements for children #1 and #3 were not reviewed and updated by the parent within the required 6 month time frame. The forms for both children now include current dated parental signatures. 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: Old files will be placed back into Child's state document folders. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/1/2025
8. Medium risk8/29/2025

   Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted (3270.171(b)/3270.171(c))

   Pick up and drop off procedures and designated safe routes were not posted at the facility or presented for review during the inspection. Requirement: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing. Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Correction: Pick-up/Drop-off Document was placed onto Licensing Board. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/29/2025
9. Medium-Low risk8/29/2025

   Two written references (3270.192(5))

   The file for staff #3 did not include 2 written 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: Leadership reached out to temporary agency to receive updated information for temp employee. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 9/5/2025
10. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

    Inaccessible to children (3270.75(b))

    A first aid kit was accessible to children on a toy shelf in room 7 and on a low shelf in the downstairs toddler room. Requirement: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Correction: First aid kit was removed and placed above a closet that is inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
11. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

    Arts and crafts non-toxic (3270.66(e))

    Barbasol shaving cream, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed in the storage cabinet in Room 8. Based on statements made by staff, the cream has been used with children for art projects. Requirement: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. Correction: Shaving cream was thrown in trash and made inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
12. Medium risk8/29/2025

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

    Electrical outlets under the windows of Room 6 lacked protective covers. The outlets are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Outlet covers placed in outlets not being used. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
13. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

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

    The files for staff #2 and #3 did not contain new versions of the disclosure statement as required by Announcement C-25-01.(SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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 #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: CCC temps were required to resign updated disclosure statements and informed CCC staff. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/1/2025
14. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

    Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii))

    The file for staff #1 contained documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart; 7/24/24 and 8/08/25. Current training is now on file. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Staff participated in Fire Safety training when updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
15. Medium risk8/29/2025

    Letter to parents (3270.27(e))

    The facility was unable to present a letter for parents explaining the emergency procedures at the time of the inspection. Requirement: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: Director wrote letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures and had all parents sign-off. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/1/2025
16. Medium risk8/29/2025

    General Health and Safety (3270.21)

    A stapler was accessible to children on a low counter in room 8. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Stapler was placed in locked supply closet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
17. Medium-High risk8/29/2025

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

    A written policy for the prevention and identification of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trat, and maltreat of children was not presented for review during the inspection. The director was unable to locate the policy. 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: Director located the policy in common area of Academy Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
18. Medium-High riskStandard 124/16/2025

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

    The file for staff #1 contained a health assessment dated 1/16/25 which is after their recorded start date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) A current health assessment is now on file. 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 has current health assessment on file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/16/2025
19. Medium-High risk4/16/2025

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

    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 10/2024. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training was not on file at the time of the inspection. 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 is on maternity leave and will be expected to complete CPR prior to her return. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/16/2025
20. Medium risk4/16/2025

    General Health and Safety (3270.21)

    Two staplers were accessible to preschoolers in room 8. The staplers were observed on the counter and on a table. A box fan was accessible to children in room 7. The fan was observed to be plugged in and sitting on the wooden crawl through cube. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: The staplers were placed in locked supply closet and box fan was placed in maintenance locked closet. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/16/2025
21. Medium-High risk4/16/2025

    Refrigerator (3270.107)

    Brown liquid was observed in the bottom of the refrigerator in the infant room. 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: Staff cleaned refrigerator to remove stain. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/16/2025
22. Medium risk4/16/2025

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    The plastic coating on an outdoor bench on the playground was observed to be separating from the metal on the seating area resulting in sharp edges and exposed rust. One magnatile with broken areas was observed in room 8. 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: Magnet tile with sharp corner was thrown in the trash can. The bench had tape placed to cover the sharp edges. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/9/2025
23. Medium-High risk4/16/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the following areas; 1 in room 6, 1 outside the custodian's closet near the restrooms, 1 above the doors to the street near the entrance to the playground, 1 in room 9 above the cubbies, 3 in room 7 above the box used for storing toxics, above the play kitchen center and above the closet door. 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: Maintenance will be replacing ceiling tiles. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/16/2025
24. Medium-High risk4/16/2025

    Inaccessible to children (3270.75(b))

    A first aid kit was accessible to children in the gym. The first aid kit was observed in a backpack sitting on the table. Requirement: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Correction: First-Aid kit was moved to an area inaccessible to children. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/16/2025
25. Medium-High risk4/16/2025

    Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

    A package of cigarettes was accessible to children in room 8. The cigarettes were observed in a purse in an unlocked cubby which was labeled with a child's name. A spray can of room deodorizer was also accessible on a table. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Purse was moved to an area in-accessible to children and the deodorizer was locked in cabinet. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/16/2025