THE CHILDRENS GARDEN EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

Transportation First Aid Kit (3270.178)

Two facility vehicles did not contain first-aid kits. Requirement: A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported. Correction: First-aid kits will be added to the tow facility vehicles. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

File for Child # 1 did not contain an updated health assessment, last one in files is dated 5/15/24 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: Parents will provide an updated health assessment for child # 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Posted in group space (3270.111(b))

Daily schedule was not posted in the school-age classroom. Requirement: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Correction: A daily schedule will be posted in the school age classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair (3270.76/3270.102(a))

Wood fencing in the outdoor play area had areas of rotting wood, causing sharp edges. Blue play truck in the outdoor play area contained a rubber tire that was rotting. 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. 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: The wood fencing will be repaired or replaced if needed. The tire on the blue play truck will be replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

First-aid kit in the infant room was missing soap. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Soap was added to the first-aid kit in the infant room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Files for Staff # 1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 did not contain an updated FBI clearance, last one in file is dated 1/23/21. File for Staff # 1 contained clearances renewed past 60 months. State Police clearances dated 12/11/20 and 1/28/26, Child Abuse clearances dated 12/29/20 and 1/15/26 and Mandated Reporter Training dated 6/29/20 and 1/16/26. File for Staff # 2 contains child abuse clearances renewed past 60 months, dates 2/10/21 and 2/12/26. File for Staff # 3 contained clearances renewed past 60 months. Child abuse dated 7/5/17 and 10/2/22, FBI dated 7/16/17 and 9/23/22. Mandated reporter training dated 4/23/15 and 12/19/23. File for Staff # 4 contained a late FBI clearance dated on 10/9/25, past 45 days of hire. 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 # 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in childcare. The legal entity must arrange for the director and anyone responsible for hiring new staff to register for and attend the existing provider orientation conducted by the NE Regional Office on 5/13/26. Correction: Staff # 1, # 2 # 3 and # 4 have updated clearances and mandated reporter training. Director and assistant director will arrange to attend the existing provider training on 5/13/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff person # 4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First aid/CPR. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Pediatric First aid/CPR. Staff person # 4 will have until 3/25/26 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 4, staff person # 4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff # 3 will complete PQAS approved Ped. first-aid training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Tile floor in the school age room was observed with broken tiles. Closet door in the school age room was observed with peeling laminate. 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: Broken tiles will be repaired. Laminet was removed from the closet door. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

Children's bathroom in the older toddler room did not have a lidded trash can. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: A lidded trash can was placed in the toddler bathroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

Play equipment that contained tires were observed with peeling tires. 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: Peeling tires will be removed from the play area. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Infant sleep position (3270.119)

Infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a pacifier strap attached. Requirement: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. Correction: Pacifier strap was removed from the crib. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Emergency Contact Forms for Children # 2 and # 3 did not contain address of 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: Parents will update the emergency contact form with address of release persons. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Infant: updated health report every 6 months (3270.131(b)(1))

Child # 1 did not contain a health assessment every 6 months. Last one on file is dated 6/4/24. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. Correction: Parent will provide an updated health assessment for Child # 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references (3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5))

File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of education and childcare experience. File for Child # 1 did not contain 2 non-family references. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. 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 # 1 will provide verification of education and 2 non-family references for file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

First aid kit in the school age room was missing soap. First aid kit in the summer school age room was missing tweezers. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Soap and tweezers were added to the first aid kits. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

File for Staff # 1 was not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 did not contain an FBI clearance. 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 # 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in child care. Current staff must have the NSOR clearance no later 7/1/20. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The legal entity must arrange for the director and anyone responsible for hiring new staff to register for and attend the existing provider orientation conducted by the NE Regional Office on 5/13/26. Correction: Staff # 1 will not work in childcare until a full FBI clearance is on file. Files for Staff # 2, # 3 and # 4 contain updated clearances. Director and assistant director will arrange to attend the existing provider orientation on 5/13/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

On file at facility (3270.18(a))

Facility does not have a current copy of the liability insurance on file. Requirement: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. Correction: Facility will obtain a current copy of their liability insurance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).