KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 301628

No peeling paint or plaster/Clean and good repair (3270.77(a)/3270.102(a))

On 6/12/26, it was observed that there was peeling paint on both wooden playground structures (slide and hedgehog climber) on the toddler playground. CORRECTED ON SITE. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. 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: Corrected on site: placed contact paper on damaged paint to prevent rough edges, splinters, etc. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

The staff files for Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not contain documentation to verify that either staff member has completed Emergency Plan Training on an annual basis. The file for Staff #1 indicates the last emergency plan training was completed 12/16/24 and the file for Staff # 2 indicates the last emergency plan training was completed 8/30/24. 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: Operator will ensure that emergency plan training is documented for each staff at initial employment and also at each annual review. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pick-up and drop-off points (3270.171(a))

Operator was unable to provide documentation to verify that the facility issues annual, written, notification to traffic safety authorities of location of facility & program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility. Requirement: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Correction: Operator will document notification to local authorities of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility on an annual basis. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

The staff files for Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not contain documentation to verify that either staff person obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Operator will document a minimal of 12 hours of child care training for each staff member, as required Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The child file for child #1 did not contain information about health insurance coverage and 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: The Emergency contact form for child #1 was updated with insurance provider and policy # Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

In child care spaces (3270.75(a))

In the Toddler 1 room, Cert Rep observed that there was no first aid kit present while children were in care. Requirement: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. Correction: First Aid backpack was brought into classroom Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

HS/GED + 2 yrs (3270.36(b)(5))

The staff file for Staff # 1 did not include documentation to verify 2 years of childcare experience working with children. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Correction: Verification of staff childcare experience will be provided by previous employer Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

The staff files for Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not contain documentation to verify either staff member has had an evaluation completed at least once every twelve months. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: Director will complete and document staff evaluations for staff members #1 and #2. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Plan reviewed/updated annually (3270.27(b))

Operator was unable to provide documentation to verify that the facility's emergency plan is renewed annually. Date of previous emergency plan review was not on file. 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: Operator documented emergency plan review and update. 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 #3 did not include an FBI clearance or verification that this clearance has been requested Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 # 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Employee went to apply for her FBI clearance, employee did not return to center and has been terminated, effective 11/20/25.. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Staff #1 resided in Alaska for 4 months over the past 2 years. Staff #1 has been employed over 45 days and does not have clearances from Alaska on file. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility 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. Facility Person #1may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff #1 applied for the out of state clearances. Staff #1 will not work with children until the clearances are received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).