KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER/DOWNTOWN

2026

1. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

   Documentation of the most recent emergency plan training on file for Facility Person #6 indicates the training was completed more than 12 months prior. 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: Facility person $6 will complete emergency plan training and it will be submitted to cert rep. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 5/1/2026
2. High risk2/18/2026

   Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

   The pediatric first aid & CPR training completed and documented on file for Facility Persons #6 and #7 was expired. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #6 and #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #6 and #7, staff persons #6 and #7may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Facility persons #6 and #7 will complete first aid and CPR training and that training will be documented at the center in the staff files and will be submitted to the cert representative. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 5/1/2026
3. High risk2/18/2026

   Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii))

   The most recent mandated reporter training documented and on file for Facility Persons #7 and #13 was expired. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #7 and #13 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #7 and #13, these staff may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Facility persons #7 and #13 have completed mandated reporter training and it will be documented and kept in the staff files at the center and submitted to the cert representative. Until the training was completed, they were supervised with children at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 3/3/2026
4. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

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

   The current child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #4 was completed more than 60 months after the most recent child abuse on file. The current child abuse clearance and FBI clearances on file for Facility Person #5 was completed more than 60 months after the most recent child abuse on file. The most recent criminal history and FBI clearances on file for Facility Person #7 were completed more than 60 months prior. There was no completed criminal history clearance on file for Facility Person #10. The NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #10 was completed more than 60 months prior. There was no child abuse clearance or signed disclosure statement on file for Facility Person #11. There was no child abuse clearance, FBI clearance or proof of application for an FBI clearance or NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #12. 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 Persons #7, #10, #11 and $12 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed clearances on file.. Correction: Proper clearance documentation will be submitted for #7; #10, #11 and #12 to the certification representative. These staff were removed until all correct clearances were received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 2/18/2026
5. Medium risk2/18/2026

   Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii))

   Facility Persons #1 and #6 were classified as assistant group supervisors. Facility Person #12 was classified as an aide. The only documentation on file of education for Facility Persons #1, #6 and #12 were international documents with no U.S. equivalency on file. There was no documentation of child care experience on file for Facility Person #1, #6 or #12. Facility Persons #2 and #10 were classified as assistant group supervisors with a high school diploma on file for each, but no documentation of child care experience. Requirement: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: Proper documentation for education and experience for facility persons #1, #6, #12, will be submitted to the certification representative. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 5/1/2026
6. Medium risk2/18/2026

   Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

   The most recent staff evaluation completed by the director and on file for Facility Person #6 was completed more than 12 months prior. 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 staff evaluation for facility person #6 will be completed and retained in the staff file and submitted to the certification rep. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 5/1/2026
7. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

   Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

   There was glass cleaner on a shelf in reach of children in an unlocked cabinet in the Preschool room. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Cleaner was removed and placed in a locked area out of reach from children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 2/18/2026
8. Medium risk2/18/2026

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

   There was an unlidded trash can in the eating area of the Preschool/Pre-K room containing used cups, spoons, etc. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: A lid was placed on the garbage can. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 2/18/2026
9. Medium riskStandard 1102/18/2026

   110º F or less (3270.69(b))

   The hot water temperature at the sink in the eating area of the Preschool/ Pre-K room was measured to reach 118° F Requirement: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. Correction: Water temperature was adjusted and stool was removed so that the water was not accessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 2/18/2026
10. Medium-Low risk2/18/2026

    Posted in group space (3270.111(b))

    The daily schedule posted in the Toddler 1 room did not indicate the times of day for the activities listed. Requirement: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Correction: A schedule will be posted in the Toddler Room which will indicate the times of day for the activities listed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
11. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    There were no Department approved forms to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development completed in the last 6 months on file for children #1-#5. The forms on file used for this purpose, as per the staff statment, were not Department approved and completed more than 6 months prior. 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: Ounce/work sampling assessments will be completed for children #1-#5. Additionally they will be reviewed with the parent and signed and each parent will also receive a copy. A copy will also remain in the children's files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
12. Medium risk2/18/2026

    Admission date (3270.123(a)(6))

    The admission date was not specified on the agreements on file for children #3 and #4. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. Correction: The agreements for children #3 and #4 will be completed with admissions dates and submitted to the cert. rep. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
13. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

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

    The emergency contact form on file for child #6 did not include the health insurance information. 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: Health insurance information will be collected for the emergency contact forms and submitted to the certification representative. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/2/2026
14. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

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

    The emergency contact forms on file for children #5, #6 and #7 did not include the address and/or phone number of all release persons listed. 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 Center Director/Assistant Center Director will collect addresses and phone numbers of all release persons on the emergency contact forms for children #5 #6 and #7. The emergency contact forms will be submitted to the cert. rep. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
15. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    Each child care space (3270.124(c))

    There were no emergency contact forms in the Toddler 1 room for 12 of the 15 children present in the room. There were no emergency contact forms in the Infant room for 5 of the 15 children present in the room. 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 added to the Toddler 1 room. Emergency contact forms for all children enrolled will be copied and placed in the appropriate classrooms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/24/2026
16. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

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

    The agreements for children #1 and #2 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months. The emergency contact forms for children #1, #2 and #5 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months. The most recent parental reviews of the emergency contact form on file for child #4 and the agreement on file for child #5 were completed more than 6 months after the previous respective parent reviews. 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: Emergency contact forms and agreements will be reviewed by the parents and submitted to the certification rep for review. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
17. Medium risk2/18/2026

    Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

    There were two health assessments on file for child #3, a preschooler. One was not dated, and the other was dated more than 12 months prior. The current health assessment on file for child #4, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Correction: A current health assessment will be obtained for child #3 and submitted to the certification rep for review. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
18. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    Name on bottle (3270.133(3))

    There were sample packets of triple antibiotic ointment in first aid kits in the Infant, Toddler 1 and Preschool rooms, not labeled with a child's name for their individual use. Requirement: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Correction: The sample packets of ointment were removed from the first aid kits in the Infant, Toddler 1, and Preschool Rooms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/18/2026
19. Medium-High riskStandard 122/18/2026

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

    The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #1 and #6 were completed more than 24 months after the prior respective health assessments on file. 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: Facility persons #1 and #6 do have current health assessments on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/18/2026
20. Medium risk2/18/2026

    Exam communicable disease (3270.151(c)(3))

    The health assessment on file for Facility Person #10 indicated a communicable disease but did not provide further information. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction: Facility person #10 will have new health assessment completed and submitted to certification representative that she does not have a communicable disease. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
21. Medium risk2/18/2026

    Written statement (3270.166(1))

    There were no feeding schedules from the parents of five infants enrolled at the facility. Requirement: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. Correction: Feeding schedules will be obtained from the five missing Infants and submitted to the certification rep. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
22. Medium risk2/18/2026

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    There were no nonfamily written references on file for Facility Persons #3, #11 and #12. 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: Nonfamily written references will be obtained and submitted to the certification representative for staff persons #3, #11, and #12. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
23. Medium-High risk2/18/2026

    Emergency plan (3270.27(a)(6))

    The most recent emergency drill was documented as completed in December 2024. Requirement: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Correction: Emergency drill will be conducted and documentation will be sent to the certification rep. Documentation will be retained in Center licensing file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
24. High risk2/18/2026

    Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR (3270.31(f)(10))

    There was no documentation of completion of approved pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for Facility Persons #8 and #9, employed at the facility for more than 90 days. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #8 and #9 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #8 and #9, staff persons #8 and #9 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Facility persons #8 and #9 will complete approved pediatric first aid and CPR training and documentation will be sent to the certification representative. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/1/2026
25. Medium risk2/18/2026

    Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations (3270.25(a))

    The certificate of compliance posted at the facility was expired. Requirement: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Correction: Current certificate of compliance is posted in conspicuous location. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/18/2026