GROWING MINDS CHILDCARE LLC

2026

1. Medium risk6/24/2026

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

   The agreements on file for Child #4 and Child #5 did not indicate a 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: Admission dates were added to the forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/17/2026
2. Medium risk6/24/2026

   Two written references (3270.192(5))

   The file for Staff Person #1 did not include two written, non-family 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: We are in the process of obtaining all references from staff. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 6/26/2026
3. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

   Health assessment, TB test (3270.192(3))

   The health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 was obtained on 5/19/2026, which was after their date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for Staff Person #1 did not include a current health assessment. Requirement: 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: Health assessments will be completed before hire. Staff person #1 had [their] health assessment boxes checked by [their] doctor. They will include TB results. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 6/26/2026
4. Medium risk6/24/2026

   Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.192(2)(ii))

   The files for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #5 did not include documented verification of their childcare experience. The file for Staff Person #4 did not include documented verification of their education and childcare experience. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: We are in the process of receiving employee childcare experience forms. Staff #4's education is being verified currently. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/17/2026
5. Medium risk6/24/2026

   Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. (3270.182(8))

   The record for Child #3 did not include a copy of the initial financial agreement. Requirement: A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. Correction: We are working on adding state [financial agreement] forms in every child's tuition. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/17/2026
6. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

   Each child care space (3270.124(c))

   During inspection, four children were present in the Infants Room. The folder containing their Emergency Contacts did not include emergency contact information for Child #5 or Child #6. 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: The missing Emergency Contact forms were immediately added to the folder. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 6/24/2026
7. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

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

   The Emergency Contact form for Child #2 did not include complete address information for the individual 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: We are working on having the parent complete this section. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/17/2026
8. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

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

   The Emergency Contact form for Child #4 did not include the child's health insurance coverage or 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: We are working to get this box filled out by the parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/17/2026
9. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

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

   The Emergency Contact form for Child #2 did not include information regarding any potential special needs. Specifically, that portion of the form was left blank. 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: We are working on parents completing the forms, making sure no box is left blank. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 8/17/2026
10. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

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

    The Emergency Contact forms for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include complete work contact information for the enrolling parent(s). Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: We are working on having parents put a line or n/a in every box on the emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/17/2026
11. Medium-Low risk6/24/2026

    Designated release persons (3270.123(a)(5))

    The agreements for Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4 did not specify the persons to whom the child may be released. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: These forms will be updated with whom the child can be released to and their personal information. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/17/2026
12. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    The agreements for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include information about the services to be provided to the family and child. Specifically, that portion of the form was left blank. 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: State provided agreement forms will be updated and added to every file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/17/2026
13. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

    Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

    At approximately 10:35am, two groups of children (the Young Toddlers and the Older Toddlers) were using the outdoor play area. A group of five children were sitting on the ramp that leads to the preschool room. Staff Persons #1, 2 and 5 were outside with the children. All three staff were observed to be standing at least ten feet to the right of the group of children, and their positioning was approximately five feet forward, leaving their backs to this group of children. The staff could not see or assess the children. During an assessment of nap-time ratio in the Young Toddler room, both staff in the room indicated that they were responsible for separate groups of children. Staff Person #5 had their back to the children while washing dishes and could not see or assess their group. Staff Person #1 had situated themself in a chair that was partially turned away from some of the children, leaving them unable to see the children to their right. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staff seating [in the outdoor play space] was moved to specific areas in the play space so that all areas are seen clearly. Staff were advised on the importance of constant supervision. The chair in [young toddlers] was adjusted so that the staff member could easily see all children when one staff member is on break. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 6/24/2026
14. High risk6/24/2026

    Emergency Numbers Posted (3270.74)

    Emergency telephone numbers posted in the childcare spaces did not include the number for poison control. Requirement: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. Correction: Poison control number will be added to displayed documents hung in each classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/17/2026
15. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

    Toxic use- no contamination (3270.66(c))

    In the Older Toddlers room, a package of Lysol Wipes was observed to be stored on top of a microwave. When the operator was asked, it was confirmed that this microwave is used to heat food for the children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children. Correction: Package was moved to area with other cleaning materials during inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 6/24/2026
16. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

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

    The file for Staff Person #1 did not include an NSOR clearance. The file for Staff Person #2 included a State Police Clearance (5/18/2026) that was obtained after hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff Person #4 included a State Police Clearance that lacked a dissemination date and an NSOR clearance (6/1/2026) that was obtained after hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). Disclosure statements for the following staff persons were completed weeks after their hire: Staff Person #2 (6/1/2026), Staff Person #3 (6/1/2026), Staff Person #4 (6/1/2026) and Staff Person #5 (6/2/2026). (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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. Correction: Clearances will be obtained before hire date. Staff #4 state clearances [were] printed and added to file on 6/24/2026. Disclosure statements will be signed before hire. NSOR was obtained from Staff #1 on Friday 6/26/2026. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/1/2026
17. Medium-High risk6/24/2026

    Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

    Emergency Plan Training was not documented at the time of hire for the following: Staff Persons #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. 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: We had all staff go over our emergency plan again and added a signed form to their file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/1/2026
18. Medium risk2/27/2026

    No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

    At the top of the stairs leading to the Preschool room, a small area of damaged, flaking plaster was observed on the wall to the right of the stairwell. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Tape was placed over the flaking plaster spot and any dusting/pieces were cleaned from the floor. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/27/2026
19. Medium-High risk2/27/2026

    Emergency plan (3270.27(f))

    The facility's Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality, but it was not sent to the county emergency management agency. Requirement: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Correction: Emergency Plan was emailed to [Washington County EMA]. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/4/2026
20. Medium risk2/27/2026

    Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

    The Preschool and Older Toddler restroom lacked handwashing signs above the toilets. Handwashing signs were present above the sinks in both restrooms. 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 placed above each toilet. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/27/2026