EARLY LEARNING CHILDRENS ACADEMY

Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete (3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the health report for child #2 and #4 (both children are pre-school age or under) had health reports labeled for a school age child and the report did not include statements from the physician if the child is able to participate in care and free from communicable diseases, and that the child has received all age appropriate screenings recommended by the AAP. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. Correction: The parents will be contacted to return the forms to the physician to have all questions answered, as required by regulation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the emergency information for child #1 did not include the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released, the information for child #3 did not include the addresses and phone numbers for the persons to whom the child may be released, and the information for child #5 did not include the phone numbers for all the release persons. 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: The parents will be contacted to fill in the missing addresses and phone numbers on the emergency information form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Arrival/departure times (3270.123(a)(4))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the agreement for child #4 did not include the arrival and departure times for the child. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction: The parent will be contacted to fill in the arrival and departure times of the child on the agreement. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, the trash can located in the Pre-K 2 room was not lidded. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: The director replaced the trash can during the renewal inspection with one that had a lid. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toxic plants not permitted (3270.66(d))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/12/26, a Kalanchoe plant was observed on the window ledge in the older toddler 2 room Requirement: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. Correction: The plant was removed from the room during the renewal inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #2 and #6 did not include the /required CPSL clearances for employment. The file for staff person #2 had a volunteer PA Criminal Clearance dated 7/16/24, and the file for staff person #6 had a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 7/23/24. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #2 and #6 will not work at the facility until complete clearances are on file. Staff person #2 and #6 will apply for new employment clearances immediately. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3270.192(5))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #4 was missing two references and the file for staff person #5 only had one written reference. 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: Staff person #4 and #5 will be notified to provide one or more written references for the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment (3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the file for staff person #3 included a health assessment form in which questions #2 and #3 were not answered by the physician. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction: Staff person #3 will be notified to return to the doctor's office to have the form completed by the physician. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during staff file review, the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include a date in which the physical was performed. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. Correction: The staff person will be notified to return to the doctor's office to have the date of the physical written on the form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during child file review, the file for child #2 did not include the address of the persons 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: The parents will be contacted to fill in the missing addresses on the form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during child file review, the emergency information on file for child #1 did not include the phone number for 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: The parent will be notified to fill in the missing information for the child's physician. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, exposed bolts were observed on the fence surrounding the outdoor play space. 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: Maintenance will be contacted, and the bolts will either be cut and sanded, or bolt covers will be purchased to cover the exposed bolts. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during facility walkthrough, chipped green paint was observed in the Pre-K room, chipped green and tan paint was observed in the Older Toddler room, chipped paint was observed in the Older Toddler bathroom and by the coatrack and kitchen in the Young Pre-School room. The ceiling vent in the Pre-School bathroom was visibly dirty and in need of being clearned. 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: A request will be made to have the areas of chipped paint/plaster repainted. The ceiling vent will be cleaned so there are no areas of visible dust/dirt. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

At time of renewal inspection on 2/25/25, during facility walkthrough, an unused computer/phone port that was not in use was observed in the PK room and was accessible to children. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: The port is no longer used. The port will be removed and replaced with a flat cover plate. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).