CHILDREN ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL LLC

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

The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR clearances dated 2.25.20 and 3.26.25, more than 60 months apart. 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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #1 has a current NSOR on file. Inspection: Renewal. 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 #1, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children 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: Staff Person #1 has a translated copy of his/her diploma on file and has applied for an evaluation of his/her Diploma. We are currently awaiting the results. Once our Current License expired we temporarily reassigned Staff Person #1 to the position of Kitchen staff. Staff Person #1 received and signed a letter explaining the reason for the reassignment. This letter was signed by Staff Person #1 and the Director on October 7, 2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

There was an outlet behind the teacher's desk in Room 3 that was missing an outlet cover and was accessible to children. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: The outlet cover was replaced while inspector was on site. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

The unlatched cupboard under the sink in Room 3 contained a bottle identified as a toxic, which was accessible to children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: The spray bottle was moved to a cupboard that is latched and out of reach of children while inspector was on site. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original container (3270.66(b))

There was an unlabeled spray bottle containing a liquid in an unlatched cupboard under the sink in Room 3. 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 was labeled and moved to a cupboard that is latched and out of reach of children while inspector was onsite. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Amount of fee (3270.123(a)(1))

The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. Correction: The fee amount was entered on the agreement form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Date fee to be paid (3270.123(a)(2))

The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the date that the fee is due to be paid by the parent/guardian. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. Correction: The date that the fee is due to be paid by the parent/guardian was entered into the form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #1 and #2 are dated 5.30.24 and 1.8.25, more than 6 months apart and more than 6 months ago. The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #4 are dated 6.10.24 and 1.9.25, more than 6 months apart. 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 files have a current Child Service Report on file, going forward all Child Service Reports will be done within the proper 6 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Arrival/departure times (3270.123(a)(4))

The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the child's arrival and departure times. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction: The child's arrival and departure times were entered into the form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates (3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2))

The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the child's date of admission. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. Correction: The child's date of admission was entered into the form for Child #5 before close of business on 8/18/2025 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for 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: The address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care was added to the emergency contact form on file for Child #2 before close of business on 8/18/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: The child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits was added to the emergency contact form on file for Child #3 before close of business on 8/18/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for Child #1, #2, #4 includes a 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file dated in June 2024 and January 2025, more than 6 months apart. 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: The files have a current 6-month review signature for the emergency contact and going forward all 6-month review signature for the emergency contact will be done within the proper 6 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3270.192(5))

The file for Staff person #1 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare. 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 had a meeting with staff person #1. Staff member #1 then supplied the required two written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare. Those references are attached below. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

110º F or less (3270.69(b))

The hot water in the following sinks exceeded 110° F: Preschool classroom bathroom 114°F; hallway middle bathroom 115°F; hallway by kitchen 114°F. Requirement: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. Correction: The PIC turned off the HOT water on 6/4/2025 while the DHS representative was onsite. It has remained off since. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

The cots in the Infant/Toddler room and in the older toddler/Preschool rooms were not labeled for use by an individual child and there was not a chart indicating which numbered cot is for which child. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: Cots were labeled and a chart designating a child to a numbered cot was completed same day and photos were sent to the inspector. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toilet and sinks proper height (3270.82(e))

There was no stool or steps at the sink in the Infant/Toddler room for able-bodied children to reach the sink for handwashing. Requirement: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps. Correction: A stool was placed in the room while inspector was on site. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Post the inspection summary (3270.25(b))

During the unannounced inspection, it was observed that SIN-00255661, dated 11.15.24, which was not finalized, was not posted in the facility in a conspicuous location used by parents Requirement: The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected. Correction: SIN-00255661 was posted in the facility in a conspicuous location used by parents on the day of the inspection. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

There were several items in sensory bins, including bottle caps, bottle corks, and tangram blocks that were smaller than 1 inch in diameter, in the preschool room which included children aged 2-years old 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 corrected it temporarily using tape to secure the lids on the containers holding the small objects on the date of inspection. We then installed child safety locks on the bins to ensure children aged 2 and under who may still be placing objects in their mouths do not have access to the smaller toys. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. 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))

The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 11.1.24-12.2.24, more than 30 days apart. 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: : The fire alarm tests were being done monthly, now that we know they are every 30 days not monthly they will be conducted within 30 days or less. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

Peeling paint was present on the wall next to the teacher's desk in the Preschool room and was accessible to children in care. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The peeling paint that was present on the wall next to the teacher's desk in the Preschool room and was accessible to children in care, was corrected on the same day of the inspection. (covered and taped) Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

The CR observed a young toddler being served lunch on a Styrofoam plate; Styrofoam may not be accessible to children 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: : We no longer use Styrofoam plates for any child who is under 2 or still puts stuff in their mouths. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

The CR observed an infant sleeping in a crib that did not have 2 feet of space n 3 ides of the crib. 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: The crib was moved to allow 2 feet of space on at least 3 sides of the crib. Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written statement (3270.166(1))

A 2-month-old infant was observed receiving care without having a written feeding plan submitted by the parent. Requirement: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. Correction: We had a verbal feeding plan from the parent, it was put in writing and signed by the parent at the time of child's pickup Inspection: Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During an unannounced inspection, a child was observed going to the bathroom across the hall from Room #2 while Staff person #1 remained in the classroom with the remaining children, supervising the child in the bathroom from the doorway of the classroom. Staff person #1 was not physically present with the child in the bathroom. 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: : We have moved the class from room #2 to room #3 that has its own bathroom. Room # 3 has its own bathroom directly in the room. This makes it easier for both fully potty trained children and those still training to be able to use the bathroom. Inspection: NS- Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).