EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

The cupboard doors under the sink in Room #6 are falling off creating a visible hazard. Two ceiling tiles in Room #7 above the bulletin board by the sprinklers are stained creating a visible hazard. 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: Director will put in a request with our Property Manager to fix and/or replace the cupboard door under the sink in Room #6 and replace or paint the two ceiling tiles in Room #7 about the bulletin board by the sprinklers. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

2nd citation: In Room #3 outside of the closet two ceiling tiles were observed to be stained causing a visible hazard. Outside of Room #3 by the restroom four ceiling tiles were observed to be stained causing a visible hazard. In the restroom next to Room #3 three ceiling tiles were observed to be stained causing a visible hazard. 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: Ceiling tiles with stains were painted by maintenance. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

2nd Citation: Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid & CPR Training, Mandated Reporter Training, and Health & Safety 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 #8 will have until 1/27/26 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #8 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 #8, staff person #8 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person has been suspended until she finds her documents as proof of training or retakes pediatric first aid and CPR, mandated reporter and Health and Safety 1 & 2. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

In Room #2 an infant was observed sleeping in a pack n play that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides. In Room #2 an infant was observed sleeping in a crib that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides. 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 staff moved the pack and play so that there was 2 feet on 3 sides while the child was sleeping. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

The files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, and #7 lacked emergency plan training that was completed one year from the previous emergency plan training. The emergency plan training in the files was dated 1/15/24 and 12/9/25. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. Correction: Emergency plan training was completed as soon as we became aware of the 12-month requirement lapse. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

During nap time a child was observed sleeping in a play house wooden cube and a child was observed sleeping in a toy rubber tire, which is not age appropriate rest equipment. The equipment was observed not to be labeled for the use of a specific 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: A cot with the child's name will be provided. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Indoor climbing- protective surface (3270.102(f))

A Bumbo seat without the straps was observed in Room #2 in the child care. This seat was described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and may not be used by children at the facility. Requirement: Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment. Correction: The Bumbo seat was removed from the classroom and disposed of. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In the gym a Cozy Coupe was observed to be broken on the yellow front part creating rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points. 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: The Cozy Coupe was removed from the Gross Motor space and disposed of to ensure the safety of the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

In Room #3 outside of the closet two ceiling tiles were observed to be stained causing a visible hazard. Outside of Room #3 by the restroom four ceiling tiles were observed to be stained causing a visible hazard. In the restroom next to Room #3 three ceiling tiles were observed to be stained causing a visible hazard. 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: The Property Manager was notified of the stained tiles and a plan was made to paint or replace the ceiling tiles. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

110º F or less (3270.69(b))

The water in Room #3 was observed to be 121.6 degrees F. Requirement: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. Correction: The Property Manager was notified, and he checked the hot water tank and adjusted the temperature. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

In Room #5 a Swiffer Wet Jet was observed with a Great Value Lavendar Solution Refill attached that was labeled "Keep Out of Reach of 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 Swiffer was removed from the classroom and locked in the staff bathroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

The file for staff person #6 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous staff evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file were dated.1/25/24 and 5/22/25. 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 evaluations will be completed annually during the first quarter, always within 12 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for staff person #1 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a state police clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous state police clearance. The state police clearances in the file are dated 1/10/20 and 7/16/25. The file for staff person #5 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate. The file for staff person #7 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 1/9/20 and 1/15/25. 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 #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: When it was discovered that staff files were missing required updated clearances, copies were requested or found in email and printed and placed in the staff's file. Staff person #5 will not work in a childcare position until they receive the NSOR verification certificate. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii))

The file for staff person #9 lacked valid mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training was completed through a program that was not approved and was only 2 hours long instead of 3 hours. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: When it was discovered, the wrong Mandated Training was completed, staff was told to complete the Mandated Reporter training through the approved program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, and #7 lacked pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation prior to the expiration date in 12/2025. The current pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the files is dated 1/3/26. 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: When it was discovered that staffs first aid and CPR were expiring, a training was set up and completed by a PQAS certified instructor. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii))

The file for staff person #8 lacked initial emergency plan training. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: When it was discovered that Emergency training plan was missing, training was completed and placed in file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid & CPR Training, Mandated Reporter Training, and Health & Safety 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 #8 will have until 1/27/26 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #8 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 #8, staff person #8 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: The staff person was told to complete first aid, CPR, Mandated Reporter and Health and Safety training and is not to be left alone with children until it is completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

The file for child #6 lacked a child service report that was completed in the last 6 months. The child service report in the file is dated 1/17/25. 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: When it was discovered that Service Reports were not completed, they were completed in December of 2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for child #3 lacked emergency contact information that included the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: Parent was contacted and the parent sent the doctor's name, address and phone number of their practice. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 lacked emergency contact information that included written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. The emergency medical care was marked yes not with a written signature. 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: Our enrollment system has been updated to have parents sign for and/or give permission for Emergency Medical Care to be given prior to admission. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for child #3 lacked emergency contact information that included the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. 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: Parent was notified that the information was missing from the child's file for health insurance coverage and policy number for their child. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each child care space (3270.124(c))

It was observed that the emergency contact information was not present in the gym where the children were receiving care. Requirement: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: A Master Binder was created with all enrolled children's Emergency Contact information and placed in the gross motor space. 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 #2 lacked a 6-month update to the emergency contact form and the financial agreement. The last update in the file was dated 10/8/24. The file for child #3 lacked a 6-month update to the emergency contact form and the financial agreement. The last update in the file was dated 1/14/25. The file for child #6 lacked a 6-month update to the emergency contact form and the financial agreement. The last update in the file was dated 10/3/24. The file for child #7 lacked a 6-month update to the emergency contact form and the financial agreement. The last update in the file was dated 1/6/25. 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: 6-month updates were completed in December of 2025 after it was discovered that no 6-month updates had been completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for child #2 lacked a child health report that was completed in the past 12 months. The child health report in the file is dated 9/26/24. The file for child #3 lacked a child health report that was completed in the past 12 months. The child health report in the file is dated 8/6/24. 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: Notification was sent out to parents to give an updated physical for their child's file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1))

The child health reports for children #1, #3, and #5 lacked updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to a preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction: Parents were asked to give an updated copy of their child's vaccination record. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).