THE SCHOOLHOUSE DAY CARE

Health information/Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year (3270.131(a)/3270.131(a)(3))

The file for Child #2 did not contain an initial health assessment provided within 60 days of enrollment that was less than one year old. 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. The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. Correction: Be sure that all child's health assessments are provided within 60 days of enrollment and less than 1 year old if the assessment is for an older toddler or preschool child. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Plan reviewed/updated annually (3270.27(b))

The emergency plan on file was last reviewed 2/23/24. Requirement: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility. Correction: Update emergency plan annually as needed. Document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and file it at the center. The emergency plan was reviewed and proof of this is on file at the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The NSOR clearances on file for Staff #1 and Staff #2 were not updated within the required 60-month time frame, as evidenced by the dates of the clearances on file as follows: Staff #1 (2/7/20 and 11/20/25) and Staff #2 (1/23/20 and 12/1/25). Staff #1 acknowledged that both staff had routine interaction and direct contact with children during this lapse. The only NSOR Clearance on file for Staff #6 (see code sheet for first day with children) was dated 5/9/25, which Staff #1 acknowledged was after Staff #6 began having routine interaction and direct contact with children. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A staff 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: For new hires, have all required clearances turned in before they start working with children. For updated clearances, be sure they are updated before the 5 year time frame expires. Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #6 have current/valid NSOR clearances on file. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

Nivea intense healing lotion, labeled "keep out of reach of children", was observed on a wooden shelf, near the metal cabinet, in the Preschool Room. This lotion was accessible to the preschoolers being supervised in that room. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Place the hand lotion in the locked cabinet since it says to 'keep out of reach of children'. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

The restroom near the Infant Room had one toilet with two exposed bolts near its base. 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: Cover bolts on toilet in the restroom near the Infant Room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

Four plastic bags were observed in the bottom drawer of a plastic white shelf that was located in the Toddler Room. These bags were accessible to the toddlers being supervised in that room and Staff #6 acknowledged that the children were 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: Remove bags from drawer and place the utensils in a container with a lid for easy access. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

Child #2's most recent child service reports were dated 1/31/25 and 9/28/25. Child #3's most recent child service reports were dated 2/4/25 and 9/28/25. More than 6 months had lapsed between each report. Requirement: An agreement signed by the operator and the parent must specify the following: 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: Complete child service reports every 6 months on the children at the center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact information on file for Child #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. 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: Obtain addresses for the child's emergency form of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The most recent financial agreement information on file for Child #3 was dated 11/13/24 and 9/5/25. More than 6 months had lapsed since a parent last reviewed, updated, and signed the financial agreement forms. 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: Have parents review emergency contact and financial agreement information every 6 months or as soon as there is a change in the information. The financial agreement information on file for Child #3 is current and was reviewed, updated, and signed within the past 6 months. 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))

The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days as indicated by the following fire detection system testing logs that were on file: 1/3/25 to 2/3/25, 5/2/2025 to 6/2/2025, 8/1/2025 to 9/1/2025, 10/2/2025 to 11/3/2025 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: Review dates for the testing of the fire detection system to be within 30 days throughout the year. The fire detection system will be tested at least once every 30 days. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Safe routes posted (3270.171(c))

Written notification of safe routes was not observed to be posted at a conspicuous location in the child care 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 have been posted in our lobby of the center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. 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: Have parent of child provide the address for the designated person for whom the child can be released. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

Child #4 and Child #5 had child service reports on file. However, the facility was not using the Department's child service report or the Department's other approved forms. 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: Complete the child service reports for each child and update every 6 months. An updated child service report, using the Department's child service report or the Department's other approved forms, was completed for Child #4 and Child #5. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

The trash can in the staff restroom and Older Toddler Room restroom was observed to be missing a lid. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: 2 new trash cans with lids have been placed in the areas. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

A hand washing sign was not observed at the sink in the Baby Room. 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: A copy of the handwashing procedure was placed by the sink during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair (3270.76/3270.102(a))

The Preschool Room was observed to have three brown stained ceiling tiles and one dusty air vent. The Baby Room was observed to have three cracked ceiling tiles, two dusty air vents, and one brown stained ceiling tile by the cribs and highchairs. The staff restroom was observed to have two brown stained ceiling tiles. An air vent by the facility's entrance had a rough, rusted metal cover. The Older Toddler Room was observed to have two dusty air vents. The Older Toddler Room Restroom had an air vent with a rusted metal cover. The toilet in the Older Toddler Room Restroom had two exposed bolts, a rusted piece of metal behind the toilet, and a rusted water supply line. 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. 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: Replace ceiling tiles with new ones; place bolt covers over the bolts on the toilets; cover water supply line with duct tape; cover rusted piece of metal behind toilet with duct tape; dust air vents; replace air vents in baby room and bathroom. The air vent by the facility's entrance that had a rough, rusted metal cover will be replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Staff #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not complete pediatric first-aid and CPR training prior to the previous trainings expiring after 2 years. This is evidenced by the following training dates: Staff #2: 7/8/21 and 12/28/23; Staff #3, #4 and #5: 11/5/21 and 12/28/23. 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: Planned Pediatric First Aid / CPR once I realized that the staff members first aid expired. Staff #2, #3, #4, and #5 are currently compliant with pediatric first-aid and CPR. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).