PRE-K KIDS LEARNING CENTER INC

Employed and present 30 hrs/wk (3270.34(c))

Based on staff statements, the facility director is present at the facility site less than 30 hours per week. Requirement: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week. Correction: Hire an Assistant Director (K.S.) for Pulaski location, E.M. will be Director in Shenango location. Having hours 9am to 5:30pm Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for Staff #1 contained a current health assessment dated 6/21/24 which was obtained more than 24 months from the previous health assessment dated 5/20/22. 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: Employee 1 this was addressed last year in violation 16 from the 1/15/25 inspection. We will have a note in the staffs file to assure this does not happen again. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and CPR training dated 1/11/25. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Written note in staffs file to make sure this does not happen again. 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 #1 contained current PA Child Abuse clearance dated 7/8/22 which was obtained after the employee started working in a child care position (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #3 contained current PA Criminal clearance and PA Child Abuse clearance dated 7/10/23 which were obtained after the employee started working in a child care position (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #4 lacked required out of state child abuse and sex offender registry clearances. 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. Staff #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: On staff 1 and 3 we will document their files that they were late. Staff 4 has been corrected but no longer works here. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

The file for Staff #5 contained a current written evaluation dated 3/1/25 which was completed more than 12 months from the prior evaluation dated 9/1/23. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: Note will be placed in Staff #5 files to show they were late. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

In classroom 204C, there were cleaning materials labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked closet accessible to 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: We will make sure all toxic materials are not in the reach of children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Heat Source (3270.71)

Observed the door to the kitchen standing open with no staff present in the area where appliances (stove/warming units) were accessible to children. Requirement: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. Correction: The door will be closed and locked when staff in not present. Laminated sign was placed on the door to the kitchen. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

In child care spaces (3270.75(a))

Room 204C lacked a first aid kit. Requirement: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. Correction: Make sure first aid kit is in each space. We bought an additional first aid kit and placed it in the room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

Both arms of the brown play couch in Room 101 were torn. 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: Brown tape was purchased and couch was repaired. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

The files for Child #1, 2, 4, 5, and 8 lacked current information about the child's growth and development. The most recent growth and development updates were completed in May 2025, more than 6 months ago. 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: Written notes will be added to child 1,2,4,5 and 8 stating the child's growth and development were not done on time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact forms for Child #1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 lacked the enrolling parent's work phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: We will add the note in child 1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9, and 10 that we did not have the parent's work phone number. Procare messages and verbal contact with the parents to receive their work phone numbers or n/a. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

The file for Staff #1 lacked 6 of the 12 required annual training hours for review window May 2024-May 2025. The file for Staff #5 lacked 12 of the 12 required annual training hours for review window March 2024-March 2025. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: We will make sure staff has enough hours per year. Staff #1 has 12 training hours completed through November 2025. Staff #1 will complete 12 additional training hours prior to 5/31/26. Staff #5 will complete 12 training hours by 3/31/26 for the 2024-2025 review window and complete an additional 24 training hours by March 2027 for the March 2025-March 2026 review window and March 2026-March 2027 review window. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exceeding Capacity (3270.61(h))

At approximately 12:55pm, CR conducted ratio and supervision checks. There were 15 preschool age children in Room 204B which has a capacity of 13. The group was not napping the day of the monitoring and the daily schedule did not refelect a scheduled program activity for that time or space. Requirement: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded. Correction: A staff meeting will be conducted on Sept 4,2025. We will be reminding the staff of ratios, capacities, and groups in your care. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

In Room 204C adult scissors were on the counter accessible to children. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: A staff meeting will be conducted on Sept 4,2025 Violation was reviewed. A safety list will be conducted every morning to assure the safety of the children in our care. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

The file for Staff Person #1 lacked documentation of emergency plan training at initial time of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet) 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: The staff #1 is no longer with Pre-K Kids Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Aides supervised all times (3270.37(c))

On 8/14/25 at approximately 11:30am, Staff #2, an aide, was observed caring for 4 infants in Room 106. There were no other staff in the room at the time. Requirement: An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor. Correction: Mrs. Miller looked into staff #2 file. The forms will filled out proving the hours this staff member Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Similar Age Level (3270.51)

On 8/14/25 at approximately 12:55pm, CR observed Staff #3 in Room 204B with 15 preschoolers. There were no other staff in the room at that time. Ratios for preschool children is 1:10; Staff #3 had more than 10 preschool children and was out of ratio. At approximately 12:57pm, Staff #4 came over from Room 204C and identified 7 preschool children in Room 204B they were assigned to be supervising. Staff #3 identified 8 preschool children they were supervising. Both staff identified the same child. CR questioned which group the child was in and both staff stated the child was in their group. Upon review, Staff #4 realized she had incorrectly identified the child in her group and corrected the situation by identifying the child who was not accounted for during the initial ratio and supervision review. Staff #4 failed to correctly identify the children in their supervision group. 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: A staff meeting will be conducted on Sept 4,2025. We will be reminding the staff of ratios, capacities, and groups in your care. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

There were broken outlet cover plates in Room 102 and Room 103 creating pinch points and sharp edges. 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 covers were immediately replaced. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1))

On 8/14/25 at approximately 12:55pm, CR observed Staff #3 in Room 204B with 15 preschoolers. There were no other staff in the room at that time. At approximately 12:57pm, Staff #4 came over from Room 204C and identified 7 preschool children in Room 204B she was assigned to be supervising. Staff #3 identified 8 preschool children she was supervising. Both staff identified the same child. CR questioned which group the child was in and both staff stated the child was in their group. Staff #4 failed to correctly identify the children in their supervision group. Upon review, Staff #4 realized she had incorrectly identified the child in her group and corrected the situation by identifying the child who was not accounted for during the initial ratio and supervision review. 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. 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: A staff meeting will be conducted on Sept 4,2025. We will be reminding the staff of ratios, capacities, and groups in your care. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

The file for Staff Person #4 contained a written evaluation dated 12/20/24 more than 12 months after the previous evaluation dated 3/20/23. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: A written evaluation must be completed for Staff Person #4. 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 #4 lacked a current PA State Criminal Clearance; the PA State Criminal Clearance in the file for Staff Person #4 was dated 1/14/20. 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff #4 handed in the PA State Criminal Clearance on 1/16/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information/Dismissal policy (3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)(3))

The file for Child #2, a toddler, enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked a health report. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.. Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business February 10, 2025, and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. Correction: The office administrator will make sure the forms have all the checkmarks. The parent of child#2, was able to get another one from the child's PCP. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

The file for Staff Person #3 lacked 1 of the 12 required annual child care training hours for the most recent review period October 2023 to October 2024. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Staff #3 submitted to the office a 2 hour training on 1/16/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))

Documentation of the fire alarm system test showed more than 30 days between testing: 7/11/24 and 8/11/24. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: Fire alarm testing must be completed at least every 30 days. A fire alarm test will be completed within 30 days of the inspection date and submitted to the certification representative for verification. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))

The fire drill log on file included fire drills conducted more than 60 days apart: 7/11/24 and 9/10/24 Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: Fire Drills must be Practiced at least every 60 days. A fire drill will be conducted within 60 days of the previous drill and submitted to the certification representative for verification. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).