KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER-GRANT DRIVE

2025

1. Medium-High risk10/15/2025

   Similar Age Level (3270.51)

   On 10.8.25, Child #1, was left on the playground, alone. The staff:child ratio was 0:1. Requirement: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. Correction: All staff will use primary care cards to know the group they are responsible for. This began on 10/9/25. Children will not be left unattended. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/9/2025
2. Medium risk10/15/2025

   Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

   On 10.8.25, Child #1, was left on the playground, alone. Child #1, who was to be in the care of Staff #1, was not supervised for three (3) to five (5) minutes. Requirement: 1. Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. 2. The legal entity will arrange for all facility staff, including the director and other regional leadership personnel, to attend an in-person training entitled "Creating a Safe Environment with Active Supervision" by the ELRC #5, with an emphasis on transitioning. Proof of attendance shall be submitted to the Western Region office, and the training hours earned can be applied to annual training hour requirements. 3. The legal entity will arrange for facility leadership to cooperate with their assigned Quality Coach to standardize a supervision system/tag system that will be used by all staff. 4. The legal entity will arrange for facility leadership to create and utilize a step-by-step onboarding policy for the training of newly-hired staff and substitute staff, after selection of a supervision system. Correction: 1. 10/15/25 - Staff will supervise all children on and off facility premises. 2. 1/5/26 - "Creating a Safe Environment with Active Supervision" training for all staff, by ELRC #5, is scheduled for January 5th. 3. 10/9/25 - All staff will have designated Name to Face cards to use to identify their primary care groups. 4. 10/9/25 - All onboarding staff will be complete a KinderCare computer training titled "Mastering Transitions." As well as that, staff will train on real transition scenarios. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 1/5/2026
3. High risk10/15/2025

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

   On 10.8.25, Child #1 was left on the playground, alone. Child #1 was not supervised, and Staff #1 was not physically present with the child and did not know the child's location. 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: All staff will use primary care cards to identify the children in their primary care group. This began on 10/9/25. Children will not be left unsupervised. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/9/2025
4. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

   Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii))

   The file for Staff #5 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training which expired on 1.25.25, and it was not renewed until 3.22.25. The file for Staff #6 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training which expired on 9.26.24, and it was not renewed until 9.3.25 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. 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 #5 took Pediatric First-Aid and CPR training on 3/22/25 and Staff #6 took is 9/3/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/5/2025
5. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

   Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

   The files for Staff #8 and Staff #10 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 10.25.23 and 6.18.25, which exceeded the annual requirement. The files for Staff #12 and Staff #13 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 5.9.24 and 6.18.25, which exceeded the annual requirement. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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. Correction: Staff #8, #10, #12, and #13 took their Fire Safety Training 6/18/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/5/2025
6. Medium risk10/10/2025

   Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

   The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Health and Safety Training - Part 2 on 9.19.25, which exceeded 90 days of hire. The file for Staff #7 (see IS Code Sheet) did not contain documentation of the Health and Safety Training - 1 hour update, or Part 1 and Part 2, which exceeded 90 days of hire. The file for Staff #11 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Health and Safety Training - Part 1 on 6.18.25, and Part 2 on 6.20.25, which exceeded 90 days of hire. The file for Staff #14 (see IS Code Sheet) did not contain any documentation of Health and Safety Training, which exceeded 90 days of hire. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Staff #1 completed Health and Safety Training 9.19.25. Staff #7 completed Health and Safety Training part 1 and part 2 11.7.25. Staff #11 completed Health and Safety Training Part 1 6.18.25 and Part 2 6.20.25. Staff #14 completed Health and Safety Training Part 1 11.11.25 and Part 2 11.12.25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/12/2025
7. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

   Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

   The file for Staff #3 (see IS Code Sheet) contained an NSOR Certificate dated 6.11.25, which was after the first date caring for children. The file for Staff #4 (see IS Code Sheet) contained an NSOR Certificate dated 10.1.25, which was after the first date caring for children. The file for Staff #13 contained State Police Clearances dated 8.6.20 and 9.20.25, and NSOR Certificates dated 8.12.20 and 9.10.25, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #2 contained Mandated Reporter training on 12.13.19 and 6.4.25, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: All staff clearances (and training) have since been updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/5/2025
8. Medium risk10/10/2025

   Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

   The Staff Evaluations in the file for Staff #5 were dated 2/2024 and 4.9.25, which exceeded the 12-month requirement. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: Staff #5 was evaluated on 4/9/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/5/2025
9. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

   Has all items (3270.75(c))

   The first-aid kit, in the Preschool Room, did not contain tweezers. The first-aid kit in the excursion bag, in the Pre-K Room, did not contain tweezers. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Tweezers were added to the Preschool classroom first aid-kit and the Pre-K classroom excursion bag. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/5/2025
10. High risk10/10/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    In the Toddler A Room, approximately 5" x 8" of peeling contact paper/wallpaper was located on the right wall, which was not in good repair and created a choking hazard for children in care. 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: Wall paper was removed from the classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/31/2025
11. Medium risk10/10/2025

    Clean and good repair (3270.82(g))

    The sink in the right bathroom, in the Discovery PS - A Room, did not have running water, which was not in good repair. Requirement: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. Correction: Sink was fixed by facilities department. Now works as intended. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
12. Medium risk10/10/2025

    Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

    The restroom on the right, in the Discovery PS - B Room, did not have a handwashing sign posted at the toilet. The restroom on the right, in the Pre-K Room, did not have a handwashing sign posted at the toilet. 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: Handwashing signs were posted in the PK bathroom and the DPB bathroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/4/2025
13. Medium risk10/10/2025

    Running water - diapering (3270.82(j))

    In the diapering area, in the Discovery PS - A Room, which has older toddlers who are still in diapers, there was not a source of running water connected to the portable sink. Requirement: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day. Correction: Sink has been fixed and now works. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
14. Medium riskStandard 210/10/2025

    2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

    In the Infant Room, an occupied crib had two (2) feet of space on two (2) sides of the crib, with an unoccupied crib on the third side. In the Discovery PS - A Room, an occupied cot had two (2) feet of space on one (1) side of the cot, with two (2) closets on the other two (2) sides. In the Discovery PS - A Room, an occupied cot had two (2) feet of space on two (2) sides of the cot, with a closet on the third side. In the Discovery PS - B Room, an occupied cot had two (2) feet of space on two (2) sides of the cot, with a closet on the third side. In the Discovery PS - B room, two (2) occupied cots had two (2) feet of space on two (2) sides of the cot, with a shelf on the third side. 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: Cot charts and crib charts have been updated to ensure 2 feet are present on 3 sides of cots/cribs while children are resting. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
15. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

    Refrigerator (3270.107)

    A thermometer was not located in 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: Thermometer was placed in Infant Room Fridge Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/7/2025
16. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

    Services proceeded/Updated every 6 months (3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f))

    Child Service Reports, which are required every six (6) months, were not available for the following children: Child #3, Child #4, Child #7, and Child #9. Child Service Reports, which are required every six (6) months, were last completed in January of 2025, for the following children: Child #5, Child #6, and Child #8. 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). 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. Correction: All of the aforementioned children had signed Child Service Reports on the following days: Child #3 - 11.4.25 Child #4 - no longer enrolled Child #7 - 11.4.25 Child #9 - 10.30.25 Child #5 - 9.15.25 Child #6 - 11.13.25 Child #8 - 10.24.25 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/13/2025
17. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

    Each child emergency contact person (3270.124(a))

    The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #3, did not include the phone number for the emergency contact person. Requirement: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. Correction: The file for Child #3 was updated to include a phone number for the emergency contact person. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
18. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

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

    The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #3, did not include the phone number of the child's physician or source of 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 file for Child #3 was updated to include physician's phone number Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
19. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

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

    The Emergency Contact form, in the files for Child #2, Child #7, and Child #9, did not include the work address or work phone numbers of the enrolling parent. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The work addresses and phone numbers have been updated in files for Child #2, Child #7, and Child #9 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
20. High risk10/10/2025

    Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3))

    The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #9, did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Parent signed consent for emergency medical care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/11/2025
21. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

    Information re: special needs (3270.124(b)(5))

    The Emergency Contact form, in the files for Child #6 and Child #9, did not include information on the child's special needs. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction: Files for Child #6 and Child #9 have been updated to include information on special needs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
22. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

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

    The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #10, did not include the health insurance policy number. 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: Heath Insurance policy number added to the file of Child #10. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/11/2025
23. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

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

    The Emergency Contact form, in the files for Child #6 and Child #10, did not include the release person's phone number. 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: Release persons phone number was added for Child #6 and Child #10 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
24. Medium-High risk10/10/2025

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

    The Emergency Contact information and Financial Agreement were not reviewed/updated at least once in a 6-month period for the following children: Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, Child #7, Child #8, and Child #9. 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 for Child #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #9 have been updated since, but not within the 6-month period. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/5/2025
25. Medium risk10/10/2025

    Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))

    The Health Assessment, in the file for Child #3, was dated 10.10.24, and none thereafter, which exceeded the 12-month requirement. Th Health Assessments in the file for Child #9 were dated 9.7.23 and 10.21.25, which exceeded the 12-month requirement. 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: An updated health report for Child #3 was received 11/11/25. An updated heath report for Child #9 was received 10/21/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/11/2025