A GIVING HEART

2026

1. High risk3/13/2026

   Mixed Age Level (3270.52)

   CONTINUTED NON-COMPLIANCE: On 2/3/26 an unannounced renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. At approximately 2:40pm, Staff #1 and Staff #3 were observed switching classrooms. Staff #1 was observed exiting Room 104 leaving 4 children unsupervised for 5 seconds until Staff #3 crossed the hall to return to Room 104. On 3/13/26, an unannounced inspection was conducted. At approximately 11:50am, Staff #1 left Room 104 to open the front door, leaving Staff #2 alone with 1 infant, 2 young toddlers, and 2 older toddlers. Requirement: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). TIERED LIS: 1. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. 2. The legal entity shall have all staff complete the training "Supervision: Staff:Child Ratios" provided by Better Kid Care. Proof of completion shall be submitted to the certification representative and kept in each staff person's record. Correction: 1. [3/13/26] We are following ratio at all times. [IMPLEMENTED 4/20/26] 2. [4/10/26] All staff will complete the training Supervision: Staff:Child Ratios in Better Kid Care and documentation will be kept in each staff person's record. [IMPLEMENTED 4/15/26] Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 4/10/2026
2. Medium-Low risk1/4/2026

   Amount of fee (3270.123(a)(1))

   The agreement form for Child #3 lacked the fee amount. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. Correction: Child #3 no longer attends the program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
3. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

   Contact when arises (3270.27(a)(3))

   The facility's emergency plan that was reviewed during the inspection lacked a method for to contact parents when an emergency situation arises. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. Correction: Add the method for contact to parents when an emergency situation arises to the emergency plan. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
4. Medium-Low risk1/4/2026

   Signed (3270.123(a))

   The agreement form for Child #3 was not signed by the operator or the parent. Requirement: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Correction: Child #3 no longer attends the program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
5. High risk1/4/2026

   Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)(1))

   On 2/3/26 at approximately 2:40pm, Staff #1 and Staff #3 were observed switching classrooms. Staff #1 was observed exiting Room 104 leaving 4 children unsupervised for 5 seconds until Staff #3 crossed the hall to return to Room 104. Requirement: 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: Staff #1 and Staff #3 are assigned to specific rooms with a specific group of children. Staff #3 returned to room 104 to be physically present with the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
6. High risk1/4/2026

   Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

   On 2/3/26 at approximately 2:40pm, Staff #1 and Staff #3 were observed switching classrooms. Staff #1 was observed exiting Room 104 leaving 4 children unsupervised for 5 seconds until Staff #3 crossed the hall to return to Room 104. 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: Will meet with Staff #1 and Staff #3 on child supervision at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
7. Medium risk1/4/2026

   No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

   Heating vents on the back wall in the Gym were observed to contain peeling paint. In the downstairs girl's bathroom, peeling plaster was observed behind all toilets. In the upstairs boy's bathroom, peeling blue paint was observed in the first stall. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The peeling paint on the heating vents on the back wall in the gym will be sanded and painted. In the girl's bathroom downstairs, the peeling plaster behind the toilet will be repaired, sanded and painted. In the boy's bathroom upstairs, the peeling paint in the first stall will be sanded and painted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
8. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

   Building Surfaces (3270.76)

   In the entrance of the upstairs girl's bathroom, a broken tile was observed on the wall, and not in good repair. 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: In the entrance of the upstairs girl's bathroom, the broken tile will be replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
9. Medium-Low risk1/4/2026

   Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle (3270.67(d))

   Trash cans in Room 104, Room 107, the Gym, and all 4 bathrooms were observed to contain used tissues and paper towels and lacked a lid. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: Trash cans in Room 104, Room 107, and all 4 bathrooms will be replaced with trash cans that have lids. The gym has a lid for the garbage can (which was on the floor). A sign will be posted that lids must be on the trash can when not in use. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/6/2026
10. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

    In Room 104, alcohol wipes were observed on the chalkboard ledge and accessible to children. In the upstairs boy's bathroom, Simple Green and Clorox Bleach were observed in an unlocked closet and 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: Move the alcohol wipes in Room 104 to the top of the storage cabinet out of the reach of children. In the upstairs boy's bathroom, pushed the locked closet door closed so the Simple Green and Clorox Bleach is inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
11. Medium risk1/4/2026

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

    In Room 107, a power strip under the desk was observed to lack an outlet cover. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: A protective receptacle cover will be placed on the power strip in Room 107. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
12. High risk1/4/2026

    Mixed Age Level (3270.52)

    On 2/3/26 at approximately 2:40pm, Staff #1 and Staff #3 were observed switching classrooms. Staff #1 was observed exiting Room 104 leaving 4 children unsupervised for 5 seconds until Staff #3 crossed the hall to return to Room 104. Requirement: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). Correction: A meeting will be held with Staff #1 and Staff #3 to discuss not leaving children unsupervised at any time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
13. Medium risk1/4/2026

    HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii))

    The file for Staff #4 and Staff #5, observed working alone in Room 104, did not include 2500 hours of experience in childcare. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: Staff #4 and Staff #5 will not be left alone with children until the 2500 hours of experience in childcare is on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
14. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

    The file for Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 contained a disclosure statement that expired on 1/31/25. The file for Staff #2 lacked a mandated reporter training. The file for Staff #3 contained a child abuse clearance dated 12/30/25, after the start date with children. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: The disclosure statement (01/01/2025) will be signed by Staff #2, Staff#3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 and placed in their folder. Staff#2 mandated reporter training certificate will be placed in their file. Staff# 3 child abuse clearance is on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
15. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

    The most recent emergency plan training on file for Staff #1 is dated 12/19/24, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection. 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: Staff #1 will be re-trained on the emergency plan. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
16. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Contact when ended (3270.27(a)(4))

    The facility's emergency plan that was reviewed during the inspection lacked a method for to contact parents when an emergency has ended and how to safely be reunited with their child. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Correction: Add to the facility's emergency plan the method for contact for parents during an emergency with instructions on how parents can safely be reunited with their children. d Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
17. Medium risk1/4/2026

    General Health and Safety (3270.21)

    In Room 106, a hot glue gun with a long cord was observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible, which could pose a threat to the health and safety of the children. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Hot guns will be moved and stored in the locked storage closet in the room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
18. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    The file for Child #2 and Child #3 lacked a child service report regarding the child's growth and development. 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: Complete child service report for Child #2. Child #3 no longer attends the program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
19. Medium risk1/4/2026

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

    The agreement form for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 lacked the child's 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: Update the agreement for child #2 and child #4 with the date of admission. Child #3 no longer attends the program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
20. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

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

    The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the address 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: Child #3 no longer attends the program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
21. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

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

    The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not contain a complete home address for the enrolling parent. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The emergency contact form for Child #4 will be updated with the complete home address by the enrolling parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
22. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

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

    The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not contain a complete address for the child's 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 emergency contact form for Child #4 will be updated with the complete address for the child's release persons. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
23. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Each child care space (3270.124(c))

    Room 104 and Room 107 lacked emergency contact information for children present, and receiving care in the space. 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: Emergency Contact information for Room 104 and Room 107 will be placed in each binder and on rings in each room for children present and receiving care in the space. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
24. Medium-High risk1/4/2026

    Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))

    The most recent emergency contact review for Child #3 is dated 6/17/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection. The most recent emergency contact review for Child #4 is dated 6/15/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection. The most recent agreement form review on file for Child #3 and Child #4 is dated 6/17/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection. 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: The emergency contact and agreement form for Child #4 will be updated and signed. Child #3 no longer attends the program. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026
25. Medium-Low risk1/4/2026

    Free from contagious/communicable disease (3270.131(d)(7))

    The health report form on file for Child #4 did not contain a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and if the child appears to be free from communicable disease. 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. Correction: The health report on file for Child #4 will be updated by the child's health provider that the child is free from communicable disease. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/6/2026