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Berwick Area YMCA Day Care

231 W 3rd St, Berwick, PA 18603 · Columbia County
7 core-safety citations in last 12 months 11 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

Berwick Area YMCA Day Care is a certified child care center in Berwick, PA, with capacity for 342 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 13 times and confirmed violations in 11 complaint investigations. The state cited 127 violations, 25 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (25 of 127). 38 citations came in the last 12 months, including 7 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 6 centers in Berwick and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 90% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
#6 of 6 centers in Berwick
25 Core-safety citations
102 Other citations
13 Inspections
11 Complaint investigations that found violations
127 citations from 27 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 38 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 17, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 29, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 29, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 17, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 17, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 17, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 5, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 13, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 30, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 7, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 14, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 26, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 26, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 13, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 25, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 24, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 17, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jan 20, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 25
Health & medication 24
Records & paperwork 20
Building & playground safety 18
Supervision 9
Emergency preparedness 8
Background checks 8
Food & feeding 6
Staff ratios 5
Sleep safety 1
Transportation 1
Child protection 1
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 29, 2026 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Two facility persons on excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(b)
Through interviews with staff, it was learned that only one staff was present with thirteen older school aged children on the return trip back from Ber Vaughn park on 7/8/26.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Two facility persons will always be present when children are on an excursion away from the facility. At least one will be a staff person.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 29, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.133(4)
Staff #9 stated that summer camp began on 6/8/26 and since that date child #1 had been allowed to carry their insulin and related equipment on their person, while in care, and self-administer medication as needed and in childcare space with peers present. Staff #9 stated that they nor their staff observed child #1 administer their medication. Staff #9 stated that they did not have a medication log or permission from child #1 parent(s) for administration of the medication. Staff #9 admitted to allowing child #1 to house the unsecured medication in the refrigerator, accessible by children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “Cleaning materials and other toxic materials are now kept in a container that is locked and inaccessible to children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 29, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Written consent/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)/3270.182(4)
Staff #9 stated that summer camp began on 6/8/26 and since that date child #1 had been allowed to carry their insulin and related equipment on their person, while in care, and self-administer medication as needed and in childcare space with peers present. Staff #9 stated that they nor their staff observed child #1 administer their medication. Staff #9 stated that they did not have a medication log or permission from child #1 parent(s) for administration of the medication. Staff #9 admitted to allowing child #1 to house the unsecured medication in the refrigerator, accessible by children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “A medication log was immediately filled out and parental consent obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 29, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
Staff #9 stated that summer camp began on 6/8/26 and since that date child #1 had been allowed to carry their insulin and related equipment on their person, while in care, and self-administer medication as needed and in childcare space with peers present. Staff #9 stated that they nor their staff observed child #1 administer their medication. Staff #9 stated that they did not have a medication log or permission from child #1 parent(s) for administration of the medication. Staff #9 admitted to allowing child #1 to house the unsecured medication in the refrigerator, accessible by children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “A medication log was immediately filled out and parental consent obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Follow-up Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
Continued Non-Compliance On 06/05/26 an unannounced, self-reported complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned that on 5/21/26 that child #1 was left alone and unsupervised in the bathroom on the school age floor of the facility for approximately 24 minutes. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 5/21/26. On 07/17/26 an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility, and the inspector observed support staff for two separate children leave childcare space with the child they were assigned to provide support to and take the children out of the room through double doors and to the bathroom located int he hallway, without childcare staff present or being informed. Staff were asked to name the children they were supervising, and the inspector was told some of their groups were across the hall in another classroom with other staff and that they were all "watching the kids."
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Children will be supervised by a staff person at all times. Staff will be assigned the responsibility for supervision of a specific group of children. They will always be present and know the names and whereabouts of the children in his/her assigned group.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff persons #2, #4, #7, #9, were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #2, #4, #7, #9, have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: mandated reporter training. Staff #9 reported that staff #8 had cared for children unsupervised and has also not completed mandated reporter training. Staff persons #4, #7, and #9 were observed caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #4, #7, and #9 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training part 1. Staff #9 reported that staff #8 had cared for children unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Our facility will operate in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Staff #7 was immediately supervised by an AGS until they completed the trainings. Staff person #7 obtained the required trainings. Staff persons #2, 4, and 9 resigned immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Follow-up Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Continued Non-compliance During the unannounced monitoring on 6/5/26 to 6/18/26 facility person #1 was observed having direct contact with children and staff reported that facility person #1 worked alone with children and was assigned the supervision of specific children. Staff #1had a volunteer PA Child Abuse on file and not employment clearances as is required (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH). An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/18/26. Staff #1 is no longer employed. During a subsequent unannounced monitoring on 7/17/26 to 7/31/26 staff #2 was observed having direct contact with children and staff reported that facility person #2 worked alone with children and was assigned the supervision of specific children since hire (see LIS Code Sheet for DOH). Staff #2 did not obtain a Pa State Police clearance until 6/24/26. Staff #4 was observed having direct contact with children and staff reported that facility person #4 worked alone with children and was assigned the supervision of specific children since hire (see LIS Code Sheet for DOH). Staff #4 did not obtain a NSOR clearance until 6/03/26. Staff #7 was observed having direct contact with children and staff reported…
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The operator shall comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff #2, #3, #4, #9, and #10 have resigned. Staff #7 has all required clearances on file. Staff #5, #8, #11 have current signed disclosures on file. 1. The operator will comply with the CPSL and Chapter 3490…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The inspector observed the school aged program and found overflowing garbage cans with food leaking onto the floor, smashed bits of food, spilled drinks, milk and other substances throughout the school aged childcare space on the floors, tables and in the hallway.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces will be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
The inspector observed the school aged program and found a majority of the tables and some of the chairs were broken, sagging, and in disrepair. Clothing, bookbags, lunchboxes, and other items were discarded throughout the space.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Furniture will be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Sagging tables were immediately replaced with sturdy tables.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Staff person #5 last had emergency plan training on 5/13/25 as observed in their staff file. Staff #6, #7, #8, and #10 have all been employed over 90 days and have no proof of emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “Staff #5, #6, #7, and #8 were provided with emergency plan training on 7/31/26 and is documented in each staff file. Staff #10 resigned.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
The inspector observed the trash can in the school aged classroom to be full and overflowing, with detritus, tissues, napkins, and food debris littering the top of the open garbage can and floor around the trash can.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement is now contained in closed, plastic lined receptacles.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The inspector observed the refrigerator in the school aged classroom to be unclean, with spilled dried and wet milk, cereal, and other food bits strewn throughout.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “A clean, operable refrigerator will be used to store potentially hazardous food. It will be checked daily with the thermometer inside.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Staff #2 and #7 did not obtain a health assessment and TB screening prior to working in direct care with children. Staff #10 did not have a TB screening on file since hire and has been working in direct care with children. Staff #3 does not have a health assessment on file since hire and has been working in direct care with children.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Staff #2, #3, and #10 resigned. Staff #7 has a current health assessment on file. A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation will have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
The inspector observed lunch boxes with lunchmeat sandwiches, yogurts, and cheeses, sitting on the floor in the school aged classroom. Staff #9 stated that they were unaware that refrigeration for potentially hazardous food items was required.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility will be refrigerated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Exceeding Capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)
The inspector observed fifty-five school aged children in the school age classroom that has a capacity of 41. The over capacity increase was not noted on the facility schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “The capacity established for an indoor space will not be exceeded except in situations described in 3270.61(h)(1-3) and it will posted on the daily activities.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
Staff #1 admitted that child #1 was involved in an accident while in care on 7/13/26 and that an incident report had not been written or provided to the parent. Staff #1 also admitted that child #2 had been involved in an incident on 7/8/26 and that an incident report had not been written or provided to the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Parents were provided an incident report. We will always provide parents with reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility on the day of the incident.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
Durning the unannounced complaint investigation on 7/17/26 to 7/31/26 the inspector found no posted written plan of activities nor routines in the school age classrooms that were flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “A written plan of daily activities was established by the School Age Director. It will include a period of free play. This plan is posted in the School Age Space. The plan will be flexible enough to accommodate the needs of all children and the dynamics of the group.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(c)
Durning the unannounced complaint investigation on 7/17/26 to 7/31/26 the inspector found no posted written plan of activities nor routines in the school age classrooms that were flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. Fifty-five children were observed in the school age classroom milling about and not engaged in any meaningful activities with their peers and staff. Several children were interviewed and they stated that they are bored and that there is little to do all day long.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “1. The School Age director posted the daily activity plan in the school age space that is flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. Date of correction 7/31/2026. 2. The School Age director will take the two-hour Professional Development Course…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff #8 and #11 had no proof of fire safety training on file since hire (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH). Staff #10 last had fire safety training on file dated 7/8/25 as observed in their staff file.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “Staff #8 and #11 now have current fire safety training on file. Staff #10 resigned.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff persons #5, #6, have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH): Health and Safety training part 1 and part 2.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “Both staff have part 1 and part 2 of the required Health and Safety training on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person # 6 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their hire date (see LIS Code Sheet for DOH).
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Aug 31, 2026): “Staff #6 completed the Mandated Reporter training on 8/5/26. Prior to this staff #6 was supervised by an AGS who has all their preservice trainings.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff #2, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #10 do not have qualifications on file that would qualify them as AGS's. Staff #2, #4, #5, and #10 are employed as AGS's were all observed working unsupervised with children. Staff # 9 admitted that #7 have worked alone and unsupervised with children.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Staff #2, #4, #10 have resigned. Staff #5, #6, #7 all have qualifications on file to support an Aide or AGS title. All staff members shall meet the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. Staff records will include verification of childcare experience…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admissions Interview 55 Pa. Code §3270.122
Staff #9 indicated that the summer program does not conduct an interview or observe any children prior to attending summer program.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “A child shall be interviewed or observed by the operator and when possible shall have the opportunity to visit the facility prior to being admitted for care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The files for children # 1 through #6 were reviewed and found to all be missing agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Child files #1 through #6 have current agreements on file. An agreement will be filled out and be signed by the operator and the parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
The files for children # 1 through #6 were reviewed and found to all be missing emergency contact information forms.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Child files #1 through #6 have current emergency contact forms on file. An emergency contact form will be filled out and be signed by the operator and the parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.124(d)
The inspector asked to review the emergency contact information in the school age classrooms for each child and was told by staff #9 that they did not have the information in the classrooms nor did they have this information on hand when on walks and riding excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Emergency contact forms were placed in all classrooms for all children and will be taken when children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Jun 5, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
The facility self-reported that on 5/21/26 child #1 was left alone and unsupervised in the bathroom on the school age floor of the facility for approximately 24 minutes.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Jul 20, 2026): “1. Children will be supervised at all times. Correction date 5/21/26. 2. The legal entity will arrange for all staff to receive a minimum of three hours of training regarding supervision of children. The training will be PQAS approved, in-person, and outside of childcare hours. The legal entity…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Jun 5, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Facility person #1 was observed having direct contact with children and staff reported that facility person #1 worked alone with children and was assigned the supervision of specific children. Staff #1had a volunteer PA Child Abuse on file and not employment clearances as is required (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 30, 2026): “1. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff #1was removed from working in a childcare position. Correction date 6/18/26. 2. The facility has a new policy that states All staff files will be checked by both the director and HR prior to…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Mar 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
While present at the facility unannounced on 3/13/26 the inspector observed a recording from 3/2/26 that showed staff #1 alone in the young toddler room with nine mixed aged children (4 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers, and 1 preschool aged child) for roughly 30 minutes (approximately 7:03am until 7:38am).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “1. The required staff: child ratios will be maintained at all times. Correction date 3/13/26. 2. The director will develop a ratio policy and procedures for maintaining required staff:child ratios. The ratio policy and procedures will include specific directives for both staff and parents regarding…”
Core safety Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector observed staff #1, who qualifies as an Aide, alone in the bathroom with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “This was a naptime bathroom emergency. Policy was verbally communicated to all staff by the director...no aide can be alone with a child for any reason.”
Core safety Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector asked staff #1 and then staff #2 to name and point to the group of children they were assigned to. Both staff #1and staff #2 failed to name a child in the group. Eight children were named and nine were present in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “1) Children will be supervised at all times. Children will be added to classroom board upon arrival. Children will be counted any time they exit or enter a room. Staff will count children any time they enter a room. Corrected on 10/23/2025 2) DHS inspector approved the following two trainings on…”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector observed trash cans in the bathrooms that were not lidded as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Unlidded trash can was removed and a lidded trash can was added to the bathroom.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector found that the first aid kit in the Preschool 1 room was missing the required tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Tweezers were added to the first aid kit in Preschool 1 room.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector observed evidence of leaking on the ceiling tiles in the children's bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Ceiling tiles were replaced.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector observed a broken desk in the Innovations room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Room was locked for the day until desk could be repaired. The repair was made.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector observed a broken thermometer in the refrigerator in preschool 2 room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “The thermometer was replaced.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector reviewed child files and observed that child file #3 and found that it did not have the required signature and date on the health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “Student only comes on periodic days off from school. Parent was notified of missing information and will bring it on next day of attendance.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector reviewed child files and observed that child file #1 was missing an initial health assessment that was required within 60 days and not removed from care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “Previous Director did not obtain the required initial health assessment. A current health report with up to date immunization is on file.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector reviewed child files and observed that child file #1 was missing an initial health assessment that was required within 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “Previous Director did not obtain an initial health assessment. Child does have a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the course of the unannounced renewal inspection on 10/23/25 the inspector reviewed child files and observed that child file #2 was missing work the address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 12, 2025): “Work address and phone number were added to the file.”
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Citation Oct 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
While at the facility unannounced on 10/08/25 the inspector observed Dawn dish detergent, 365 hand sanitizer, Coppertone sunscreen, Water Babies sunscreen (labeled Keep out of Reach of Children), sharing the same space as a banana, bread, Nutri Grain bars, and apple sauce.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “The food items and toxic items were immediately separated.”
Citation Oct 8, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
While at the facility unannounced on 10/08/25 the inspector observed two changing mats (toddler and preschool room) that were cracked allowing the foam underneath to show through. This rendered both mats unable to be cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “The director removed both mats immediately.”
Citation Oct 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
While at the facility unannounced on 10/08/25 the inspector observed that a manual test of the fire alarm system was not conducted evidenced by
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “This manual test was completed but not recorded as the director was on vacation.”
Core safety Jul 30, 2025 Other state visit Supervision
Water safety/Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8)
During the unannounced visit to the Ber Vaughn Pool on 7/30/25 the inspector observed staff #1, #2, # 3, and #4 in swim ratio with children. Staff #1 had an expired water safety training certificate on file. Staff #2, #3, and #4 did not have water safety training. Staff #2 and #4 were provided water safety training following the inspector's visit to the pool. On 7/31/25 the inspector was provided with the water safety certificates via email for staff #2 and #4 dated 7/30/25. This was confirmed by the water safety instructor on 8/20/25. Although requested, the inspector has not received water safety training for staff #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Staff #1 and Staff #3 removed from aquatic activity supervision until certifications are completed. Director will implement a training plan that assures all staff who supervise aquatic activities receive training annually. Staff #1 and Staff #3 will be trained in water safety no later than 9/5/25.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Other state visit Health & medication
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)
During the unannounced visit to the Ber Vaughn Pool the inspector observed two inhalers and an Eppi-Pen missing their original containers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Director will insure hat all medications are stored and maintained in original containers in which they are received.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Other state visit Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
During the unannounced visit to the Ber Vaughn Pool the inspector observed two inhalers and an Eppi-Pen missing the names of the children for whom the medications were intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Director will insure all medication containers are identified with the name of the child for whom the medication is intended and medications are only administered to the child whose name appears on the container.”
Citation Jul 30, 2025 Other state visit Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
During the unannounced visit to the Ber Vaughn Pool the inspector observed an expired inhaler (exp 6/2025) for child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Director will insure that all medications stored in accordance with 3270.133(5).”
Follow-up Jun 5, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Continued Non-Compliance: During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the file for staff #2 and found that this staff was working in direct care with children did not have a completed FBI clearance on file, Pa State Police clearance was not obtained until 8/4/24, a Pa Child Abuse clearance was not obtained until 8/9/24, and a NSOR was not obtained until 8/7/24. Staff #3 was working in direct care with children and did not have an NSOR and obtained a PDE FBI and not the required DHS FBI. Staff #7 was working in direct care with children and did not have an FBI on file until 6/5/24. Staff #9 was working in direct care with children and did not have a Pa State Police clearance on file or an NSOR. Staff #10 was working in direct care with children and did not obtain a NSOR until 12/20/23. Staff #13 was working in direct care with children and did not obtain a NSOR until 9/4/24. Staff #14 was working in direct care with children and did not obtain an FBI until 6/27/24, and an NSOR until 8/7/24. Staff #15 was working in direct with children and did not obtain an NSOR until 10/9/24. Staff #16 was working in direct care with children and did not have an FBI clearance…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “1. Staff #1 was immediately suspended. The director and VP of Operations will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. Correction Date 5/21/25. 2. The director and VP of Operations will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. The director will arrange for both the VP of Operations and the…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Mar 7, 2025 Complaint investigation Sleep safety
Infant/Toddler Stimulation 55 Pa. Code §3270.112
On 3/7/25 an unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned (through video footage) that on 2/28/25 an infant was left in a bouncer from drop off at 7:44am until 8:36am with no contact from staff including being spoken to, played with or otherwise cared for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Staff member was terminated”
Follow-up Mar 7, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
Continued Non-Compliance: On 2/14/25 an unannounced, self-reported complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned that on 2/7/25 at roughly 3:33pm, child #1 was, in fact left alone in the preschool room for roughly four minutes after staff #1 left the room with another child to go to the gym. Child #1 was found by a parent and brought to the staff's attention. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 2/10/25. On 3/7/25 an unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned (through video footage) that on 2/28/25 and 3/3/25 staff #2 was observed on their phone from 8:18am until 8:22am, was observed several times looking through the window, watching her child in the classroom next door, for several minutes each time, observed leaving the infant room and the group of five infants with staff #3 alone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2025): “1. 3/7/25 correction date. Employee was terminated. Each staff person will be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person will know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person will be physically present with the children…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Mar 7, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
On 3/7/25 an unannounced investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned (through video footage that on 2/28/25 staff #2 left the infant room leaving staff #3 alone with five infants in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “3/8/25 Staff:child ratios will be maintained at all times. 4/17/25 The site operator will post childcare ratios in each childcare space and will post on all childcare walls.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Written statement/New foods - parent's consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)/3270.166(2)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned through direct discussion and observation of and with staff #2 and staff #3 that there were no written parental statements giving the formula and feeding schedules for any of the infants in care and that there was no consultation with any of the five infant's parents on new foods being introduced.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Staff #2 was terminated as she was the lead teacher in this room. Written feeding schedules were obtained from parents of children enrolled in the infant room.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Disposable nursers or parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(3)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned through direct discussion and observation of and with staff #2 and staff #3 that both staff handwashed bottles for reuse throughout the day for all five infants in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Staff #2 was terminated. All infant room staff were spoken to concerning handwashing bottles and only disposable nursers should be used and at no time should a bottle be washed and reused.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Six-months-old held 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(5)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned (through video footage that on 2/28/25 and 3/3/25 child#1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were all present in the infant room with staff #2 and #3. The video clearly showed four of the five infants in baby bouncers, with bottles propped by blankets, that were implemented by staff #2. One infant was being held by staff #3 while being fed. Two of the five infants were under six months old (Please refer to the LIS Code Sheet for DOB).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Staff #2 was terminated. All infant room staff were informed of this regulation and the safety concerns of this action feeding infants under 6 months.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced investigation was conducted at the facility. While the inspector was present in the infant room a temperature check of the crock pot used to warm bottles was conducted. The crock pot was sitting on the countertop where meals are prepared and where the sink is for handwashing, making it directly accessible. The inspector inserted a thermometer into the water in the crock pot and found the temperature to read 124.7 degrees. The inspector asked staff #3 to confirm this reading and staff #3 too stated that the temperature read 124.7 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Crock pot was removed and replaced with approved bottle warmers.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced investigation was conducted at the facility. While the inspector was present in the infant room an infant was observed in a crib that was in a row of four, all touching each crib and the wall, with no separation on three sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “All infant room employees were spoken to concerning the placement of the cribs when occupied with children and that there must be 2 feet space on three sides of the crib.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced investigation was conducted at the facility. While the inspector was present in the infant room the inspector observed staff #2 changing a diaper and using their hand, with the soiled diaper in it, to pick up the lid on the garbage can to place the diaper inside and not the foot pedal.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “All infant room employees, aides and floaters were spoken to concerning the placement of soiled diapers.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
On 3/7/25 an unannounced investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned (through video footage) that on 2/28/25 staff #2 and #3 did not clean the diaper changing surface after each use and were, in fact, observed changing multiple infants without cleaning the diaper area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “All infant room employees were spoken to concerning cleaning the changing area after each diaper change with a sanitizing solution.”
Citation Mar 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
On 3/7/25 an unannounced investigation was conducted at the facility. It was learned (through video footage) that on 2/28/25 staff #2 and #3 did not wash their hands following diapering and did, in fact, change several diapers consecutively without washing their hands. it was also observed that staff #2 changed a diaper, did not wash their hands, and proceeded to prepare food for an infant.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “All infant room staff were spoken to on the infant room policies and procedures concerning washing of hands after each diaper change and before any food preparation.”
Core safety Feb 14, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
The facility self-reported that on 2/7/25 at roughly 3:330pm, child #1 was, in fact left alone in the preschool room for roughly four minutes after staff #1 left the room with another child to go to the gym. Child #1 was found by a parent and brought to the staff's attention.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises will be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises and children will be supervised in the outdoor play space at all times. Children will…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the file for staff #2 and found that this staff was working in direct care with children did not have a completed FBI clearance on file, Pa State Police clearance was not obtained until 8/4/24, a Pa Child Abuse clearance was not obtained until 8/9/24, and a NSOR was not obtained until 8/7/24. Staff #3 was working in direct care with children and did not have an NSOR and obtained a PDE FBI and not the required DHS FBI. Staff #7 was working in direct care with children and did not have an FBI on file until 6/5/24. Staff #9 was working in direct care with children and did not have a Pa State Police clearance on file or an NSOR. Staff #10 was working in direct care with children and did not obtain a NSOR until 12/20/23. Staff #13 was working in direct care with children and did not obtain a NSOR until 9/4/24. Staff #14 was working in direct care with children and did not obtain an FBI until 6/27/24, and an NSOR until 8/7/24. Staff #15 was working in direct with children and did not obtain an NSOR until 10/9/24. Staff #16 was working in direct care with children and did not have an FBI clearance until 10/18/24, and an NSOR…
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 5, 2025): “The director will send completed staff files for all new hires for the next three months to the Northeast Regional Office for review. The staff files will include all clearance requests, completed clearances, (including out of state clearances and requests if necessary) signed and dated disclosure…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
Durning the annual unannounced renewal inspection the inspector did not observe emergency phone numbers and when asked the director stated they were unaware that they had to be posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director will ensure all necessary emergency numbers are posted by each facility telephone.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the files for staff #2, #4, #7, #14, #17, #18, had been working in direct care with children prior to obtaining a health assessment and TB screening. Staff #13 had been working in direct care with children prior to obtaining a TB screening. Staff #16 had been working in direct care with children prior to obtaining a health assessment. Staff #20 had been working in direct care with children without a current health assessment and TB screening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2025): “The director will immediately request that staff #20 obtain a current health assessment. Staff #2 was fired, staff #4 and #18 now have current health assessments on file, staff #7 quit.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
Durning the annual unannounced renewal inspection the inspector did not observe posted safe routes and when asked the director stated they were unaware that they had to be posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director will ensure that safe routes are posted at the parent board.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
Durning the annual unannounced renewal inspection the inspector did not observe evacuation routes on the second floor and gym and when asked the director stated they were unaware that they had to be posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director will ensure all necessary emergency evacuation routes are posted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the file for staff #6 and found that this staff did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “The director began employment in September of 2024 and was unaware that there had been a lapse in Pediatric first aid/CPR. This training is currently up to date.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the files for staff #20 and #21 both last had annual fire safety training on 10/10/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Both staff will obtain current fire safety training by 2/18/25.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the unannounced renewal inspection, the inspector reviewed the staff files and noted that staff #3, and #4, did not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS Code Sheet) Pediatric First Aid and CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff #3 and staff #9 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS Code Sheet), Health and Safety training. Staff #13, #16, and #17 completed the required pre-service training (see LIS Code Sheet), Health and Safety training over the 90 daytime frame allotted since hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2025): “The director will immediately get staff #4 the required training and this staff will not work alone until the staff completes the training. Staff #3 and #9 are no longer employed. Staff #13, #16, and #17 all have the required health and safety training at present.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #8, #9, #13, and #17 did not complete the Pa Mandated Reporter training following 90 days of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “The director will immediately have staff #13 complete Pa Mandated Reporter training. Until the training is complete this staff will not work alone with children. Staff #8 has obtained the training at present, staff #9 and #17 are no longer employed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the files for staff #6 and found that this staff had an evaluation on file dated 12/2/22 and then not again until 12/9/24.Staff #8 had an evaluation dated 2/24/23 and not again until 12/9/24.Staff #10 and #11 had both been employed over a year and did not have an annual evaluation on file. Staff # 20 last had an evaluation 7/13/23.Staff #21 had an evaluation on file dated 2/3/22 and then not again until 5/7/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The director will ensure to provide all staff with timely evaluations annually. This will begin for 2025 to ensure compliance is obtained for the future.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Durning the annual unannounced renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the files for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 and observed that all five child files were missing the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent as is required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2025): “The director will update the files to include all necessary information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the files for staff #3, #9, #13, #16, were all missing proof of education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Staff#3 and #9 quit. Staff #13, #16, will be asked to obtain the missing proof of education by 2/17/25.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
Staff #17 had been working in direct care with children prior to obtaining a health assessment and TB screening and once obtained the health assessment states that this staff a communicable disease (see LIS code sheet for DOH).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Staff #17 quit.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the annual unannounced renewal, the inspector reviewed the files for staff #6, #12, #16, #17, and #20 only had one nonfamily reference on file whereas staff #9, and #19 had no references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff #3 and #9 quit and staff #13 and #16 will be asked to obtain the missing reference by 2/17/25”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jul 26, 2024 Other state visit Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
While at the public pool on 7/26/24 for an unannounced swim activity monitoring visit, the inspector observed staff #6 serving as the facility lifeguard. Following this unannounced visit the inspector was sent the file for the lifeguard and the inspector observed staff #6 had a Pa Mandated Reporter Training dated 2/22/16 and did not update this training until 8/3/24. This training is required to be updated every 60 months. Staff #6 also had no proof of having applied for and obtained a NSOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Employee #6 has completed Mandatory Reporter on 8/3/24 and NSOR application sent and certification received on 8/8/24 and supplied to licensing agent. Employee #6 was removed from childcare until NSOR was received. VP Operations will confirm childcare files are complete before employee placed in…”
Core safety Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised; Pediatric first aid and CPR from an approved course and PQAS approved trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Staff #2 did have proper training, correct card was not in employee file due to the employee having the same name as another certified for the public. Correct card sent to licensing agent for confirmation.”
Core safety Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the staff files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded requested documents, and it was learned that staff #3, who had been observed working directly with children, was missing the required NSOR clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Re-sent employees NSOR application. Original one mailed by previous director with no confirmation. The staff person was removed from childcare until NSOR received.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety/Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.104(a)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector observed the infant room and found an infant in a highchair and not strapped into the highchair rendering the highchair unsafe.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Youth director spoke with employee to verify they understood the safety violation with the child being left unsecured even for a minute.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded the facility emergency plan, and it was missing method(s) for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “VP Operations had a family emergency and did inform CEO to assist inspector in case files were needed at that moment. Inspector informed him she did not and would contact me for copies. Per the corrected emergency procedure plan produced by Management, all childcare staff will take their classroom…”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the staff files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded requested documents, and it was learned that staff #1 and #3 did not have proof of having had emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Both employees received emergency procedures training at a staff training held on 8/13/2024”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector observed the infant room and found an infant in a highchair mouthing the top/lid of a squeeze style food pouch, that was less than one inch in diameter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Communication sent to all infant parents/guardians regarding sending these type of pouches for their child's lunch/snacks. In addition, spoke with staff member concerning the awareness of small objects being accessible by the children in their care.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the staff files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded requested documents, and it was learned that staff #1, who had been observed working directly with children, was missing the required staff health assessment and TB screening prior to employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Employee #1 Health Assessment was from 2022 from previous childcare job, spoke with employee to get current health assessment and TB screening”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded the facility emergency plan, and it was missing accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Management will review current procedure to verify accommodations for children with disabilities and medical conditions are included.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded the facility fire drill/detection log, and it was noted that the facility did not test the smoke detectors every 30 calendar days as is required. The testing dates in question were 5/28/24 to 7/1/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Fire drill was performed on 7/29/24”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was unable to given access to the files. Following this, the inspector was forwarded the facility emergency plan, and it was missing accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2024): “Management will review current emergency procedures with the Childcare Facility Emergency Planning guidelines to ensure lock-down and shelter in place/away are covered.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Other state visit Training & qualifications
Water safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)
While at the public pool on 7/26/24 for an unannounced swim activity monitoring visit, the inspector observed staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 supervising children at the pool. Following this unannounced visit the inspector requested the water safety certificates of these staff members and as of 8/2/24 none were received.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “#1,#5,#6 did have certificates which were forwarded to licensing agent for verification, not placed in employee files by previous director. #2 could not confirm previously done so attended mass training on 8/13/24, certificate supplied. #3 & #4 left employment before could receive.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(d)
While at the public pool on 7/26/24 for an unannounced swim activity monitoring. the inspector asked to view the emergency contact information for the children present. Staff #1 stated that they were unaware that having the emergency contact information for the children was required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “New Director was not aware she had to keep all emergency contact information with her when outside the facility and emergency contact information will accompany children on all walks and trips outside the facility. Exec. Dr. of Childcare will confirm all new supervisors, and staff are trained…”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
While at the public pool on 7/26/24 for an unannounced swim activity monitoring. the inspector asked to view the signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading for the children present. Staff #1 stated that they were unaware that having this specific information for the children present was required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “New Director was not aware of our licensing requirements which should of been covered upon on-boarding. Group Supervisors will have all parental consent forms for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading for their children on them at all times when outside the facility.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised; Pediatric first aid and CPR from an approved curriculum and PQAS approved trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Staff #2 had proper CPR training, wrong card was placed in employee file due to having the same name as another person certified by Red Cross trainer. Correct card sent to licensing agent for confirmation.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
While at the facility unannounced on 7/26/24 for an allocated unannounced visit the inspector was told that the facility director resigned in May, leaving the facility without a director since that time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2024): “Facility director was employed with us until 6/28/2024. At that time Youth Director, was interim while we started the search for new director.”
Citation Feb 26, 2024 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility on 2/26/24. A review of staff files was conducted at that time. See the code sheet for the dates of hire for staff. Staff #1 and #2 were observed working in child care and the file did not contain documentation of an initial Tuberculosis screening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Ensure all staff have proper form of document within allowed time frame on file prior to start date. pertaining to tb test.”
Core safety Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the dates of hire. Staff # 2 was hired incorrectly per the CPSL. Staff # 2 was hired using a volunteer state police clearance dated 8/4/22 and the file did not contain the correct state police clearance until 7/20/23. Staff # 2 was also hired using a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 8/10/22 and the file did not contain the correct child abuse clearance until 7/26/23. Staff # 2 was hired using a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 8/5/22. The file did not contain documentation that the correct FBI clearance was applied for. The file for Staff # 2 also did not contain documentation the NSOR clearance was applied for. Staff # 2 was hired incorrectly as a provisional hire per the CPSL and was working with children during this time. Staff # 7 lived in New Jersey and the file of staff # 7 did not contain the appropriate clearances from New Jersey. Staff # 7 was working in childcare without documentation of applying for or receiving the clearances from New Jersey. Staff # 8 was hired incorrectly per the CPSL. The file of Staff # 8 did not contain documentation…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Director will create a hiring policy to ensure all proper clearances, documentation are obtained / in staff file per provisional / full employment to meet all DHS Regulations pertaining to pre-required items.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to provide documentation that the following staff had reviewed the emergency plan on an annual basis: Staff # 17. The following staff did not review the emergency plan at the time of initial hire (see the code sheet for the date of hire): # 26 and # 1. Staff # 26 and # 1 reviewed the emergency plan on 11/14/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Create an onboarding training guide for all staff to be compleeed upon hire and document date that each training is completed.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The file of Staff # 2 did not contain a health assessment and Staff # 2 was working in childcare at the time of this inspection. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 10/17/23. An inspection occurred at the facility on 12/13/23. A review of staff files was completed. See the code sheet or the date of hire of staff. The following staff did not update their health assessments every 24 months as required by regulation: Staff # 11, 9 and # 17. Staff # 11 has a health assessment dated 7/28/21 and this assessment has not yet been updated. Staff # 9 had a health assessment dated for 8/30/21 and the health assessment was not updated until 12/15/23. Staff # 17 had a health assessment dated for 3/19/21 and the health assessment was not updated until 12/19/23. The following staff did not obtain a health assessment as required by regulation prior to employment: Staff # 12, 13, 24, # 27, # 29, # 30 and # 2. Staff # 12 did not obtain a health assessment until 9/25/23. Staff # 13 did not obtain a health assessment until 11/29/23. Staff # 24 did not obtain a health assessment until 12/14/23. The…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Use a checklist to ensure all staff have all required documents prior to their start date and ensure that they update health assessments as needed per guidelines.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire. The following staff did not receive a tuberculosis (TB) screening prior to employment as required by regulation: Staff # 12, # 26, # 27, # 29 and # 30. Staff # 12 received a TB screening on 8/23/23. Staff # 26 received a TB screening on 8/28/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Using a checklist ensure TB Tests and completed and signed prior to staff beginning employment completed as well as health form signed.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to provide documentation of when the facility participated in the annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Documentation of annual emergency drills will be conducted and kept on file at facility.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was complete. See the code sheet for the enrollment date. Child # 1 did not receive a health report until 11/30/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Monthly child reports will be reviewed to see which children will be due for an upcoming health assessment/immunizations & will be kept in their file.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 11 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 6/16/21. Staff person # 5 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 5/26/21. The following staff did not update their pediatric first aid/CPR training prior to expiration: Staff # 14, # 15, # 17, # 18 and # 21. Staff # 14 took the training on 5/26/21 but did not take the training again until 12/17/23. Staff # 15 took the training on 1/13/21 but did not take the training again until 1/17/23. Staff # 17 took the training on 5/26/21 but did not take the training again until 12/17/23. Staff # 18 took the training on 7/22/21 but did not take the training again until 12/17/23. Staff # 21 took the training on 5/16/21 but did not take the training again until 11/27/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Review all staff files to ensure all pediatric/first aid trainings are completed in an appropriate time frame. Ensure this is part of the onboarding process for all staff. Staff member #5 completed training on 1/10/24. Staff member #11 is no longer employed at this facility.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to provide documentation that the following staff had participated in annual fire safety training: # 10, # 11, # 4, # 14, # 15, # 16, # 9, # 18, # 19, # 20, and # 21. Staff # 10 last took fire safety training on 10/8/22. Staff # 19 last participated in fire safety training on 1/11/22. Staff # 11, # 4, # 14, # 15, # 16, # 9, # 18, # 20, and # 21 last took fire safety training on 11/8/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “Plan/schedule a fire safety training annually and ensure documentation is present and in each staff file. Have a plan B for staff who may be hired after training is completed. Fire safety was done for the following staff. Instructor Bill Coolbaugh was contacted to provide documentation for staff.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 22 and # 26 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/CPR. Staff # 26 completed this training on 8/29/23. Staff person # 20, # 23 and # 1 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Create a onboarding checklist for new hires including the 10 hour training to ensure staff are completing all necessary trainings within the 90 days. Staff person # 22 completed health and safety (10) hours on 10/30/23. Staff member # 23 is not employed at this time. Staff member # 20 is almost…”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were working together and both staff did not have the appropriate educational documentation to qualify these staff to work in a childcare role at the facility. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 10/17/23. An inspection occurred on 12/13/23. At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to provide documentation or proof of the following staff's level of education: Staff # 13, # 29 and # 30.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Ensure each staff person has documentation of education/expenence per their position within the facility. This will be included in onboarding checklist. Staff # 29 and # 30 will remain removed from child care and will not return to a child care position until they provide proof of education.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for dates of hire. At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to provide documentation of a completed annual staff evaluation on the following staff: # 14 (previous 11/13/22), # 20 (no previous), # 21 (previous 11/3/22), and # 23 (no previous).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Plan, document, evaluate for staff evaluations to be conducted twice per year (in house guidelines) to ensure we are meeting DHS standards for staff evaluations.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The facility was attempting to qualify Staff # 13, # 29, and # 30 as an AGS but the files did not contain proof of education so the staff could be appropriately qualified as an AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Director will gather and evaluate qualifications of staff upon hire to ensure the title of each staff member is biased upon the education/experence. Staff # 29 and # 30 will remain removed from child care and will not return to a child care position until they provide proof of education.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. Regulation requires child service reports to be completed every 6-months. The following children did not have a child service report competed every 6-months: Child # 3 and # 4. These children had current reports for this inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Child service reports will be completed in March and September yearly. 2 per year every 6 months.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. The file of Child # 10 did not contain consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “All required ares to be signed by each parent will be highlighted to ensure that everything on the emergency contact form is completed.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. Regulation requires children's emergency contact and agreement forms to be updated every 6-months. The following children's forms were not updated every 6-months: Child # 1, # 3, and # 4. The emergency contact and agreement form of Child # 1 was dated 4/17/23 and was not updated until 12/7/23. The emergency contact form of Child # 3 was dated 6/10/21 and was not updated until 12/7/23. The agreement form of Child # 3 was dated 12/15/21 and was not updated until 12/8/23. The agreement form of Child # 4 was dated 1/8/23 and was not updated until 11/14/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2024): “Emergency contact forms, contract agreements and service reports will be signed and updated in March and September yearly.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. The file of Child # 10 did not contain consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Review of child files monthly, at initial signing ensure all required areas are highlighted for parent signature to be completed.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The following staff were missing 2-letters of written reference in their file: Staff # 25, # 27, # 29, # 30 and # 1 (missing only 1 letter).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2024): “Using onboarding checklist ensure new hires have 2 written letters of documentation in their files & a call is made to each reference for verification.”
Citation Dec 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to provide the 12-hours of annual child care training for the following staff: Staff # 11, # 20, and # 21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2024): “Create a bi-monthly training schedule to ensure training is continous and completed yearly per-each staff. Staff certificates to be kept on file in directors office. Trainings were assigned to staff to complete. Staff # 11 is no longer employed at facility anymore. Staff # 20 was off for a few…”
Core safety Nov 13, 2023 Complaint investigation Child protection
Required to report/Child abuse reporting 55 Pa. Code §3270.19(a)/3270.19(b)
Through staff interviews and facility documentation, it has been determined that on 8/31/23, Staff # 2 slapped Child # 1 as witnessed by Staff # 1. Staff # 1 reported the incident to Staff # 3 and # 4 but Staff # 1, # 2, or # 3 as mandated reporters, never reported the incident to Childline as mandated by the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “Staff # 4 had already left employment and due to Staff # 3 also being reported to, we terminated her (# 3) employment.”
Core safety Nov 13, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
Through staff interviews and facility documentation, it has been determined that on 8/31/23, Staff # 2 slapped Child # 1 as witnessed by Staff # 1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “Staff member # 2 was immediately terminated along with supervisor for hiding the incident from management.”
Core safety Aug 25, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
See IS 00229480 8/24/23-9/5/23 and IS 00230282 8/24/23-9/5/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2023): “See IS 00229480 8/24/23-9/5/23 and IS 00230282 8/24/23-9/5/23.”
Core safety Aug 24, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.113(a)(2)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. Staff # 1 was supervising and assigned to 16 younger school-aged children. Staff # 2 was supervising and assigned to 18 younger school-aged children. Staff # 4 was supervising and assigned to 12 preschool-aged children. Staff # 5 was supervising and assigned to 12 preschool-aged children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “All Site supervisors have been enrolled the Existing Provider Orientation on 11/29/23 Appropriate supervision and ratio will be maintained at all times.”
Core safety Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 1 was working unsupervised and has not completed the following required pre-service training: pediatric first aid and CPR. Staff person # 2 was working unsupervised and has not completed the following required pre-service training: health and safety topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “All Site Supervisors have been enrolled in the Existing Provider Orientation on 11/29/23 Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 will be supervised until they complete the appropriate training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Water safety/Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The following staff would supervise children at the pool while swimming and the staff did not have documentation of water safety training in the file at the time of this inspection: Staff # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4, # 5, # 6, # 7 and # 9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “All Site supervisors have been registered for Existing Provider Orientation on 11/29/23 The listed staff will complete water safety training. Until this training is completed, these staff will not supervise children while swimming.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the dates of hire. Staff # 2 was hired incorrectly per the CPSL. Staff # 2 was hired using a volunteer state police clearance dated 8/4/22 and the file did not contain the correct state police clearance until 7/20/23. Staff # 2 was also hired using a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 8/10/22 and the file did not contain the correct child abuse clearance until 7/26/23. Staff # 2 was hired using a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 8/5/22. The file did not contain documentation that the correct FBI clearance was applied for. The file for Staff # 2 also did not contain documentation the NSOR clearance was applied for. Staff # 2 was hired incorrectly as a provisional hire per the CPSL and was working with children during this time. Staff # 7 lived in New Jersey and the file of staff # 7 did not contain the appropriate clearances from New Jersey. Staff # 7 was working in childcare without documentation of applying for or receiving the clearances from New Jersey. Staff # 8 was hired incorrectly per the CPSL. The file of Staff # 8 did not contain documentation…
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “All Site supervisors have been enrolled in the Existing Provider Orientation on 11/29/23 Staff will be removed from child care until all appropriate clearances are received. In the future, all staff will be hired as appropriate to the CPSL.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The file of Staff # 2 did not contain a health assessment and Staff # 2 was working in childcare at the time of this inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “All Site supervisors have been enrolled into Existing Provider Orientation on 11/29/23 A health assessment will be obtained on the listed staff.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 24, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 were working together and both staff did not have the appropriate educational documentation to qualify these staff to work in a childcare role at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 13, 2023): “All Site supervisors have been registered for the Existing Provider Orientation on 11/29/23 The appropriate education and experience verification on the listed staff will be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the staff's date of hire. Staff # 1 did not receive a state police clearance until 1/14/22 or an FBI clearance until 1/14/22. This file was also missing documentation that this staff had applied for these clearances at the time of hire. Staff # 5 and # 7 were hired with a Department of Education FBI clearance. The CPSL states this clearance is not an acceptable clearance to work in a Department of Human Services program. Staff # 11 and # 15 did not have an NSOR clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff will not be allowed to work with students until and unless all NSOR and FBI clearances are obtained. Staff # 5 and # 7 will not work in a childcare role at the facility until all clearances are received. 1/12/23”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. Accessible in the young toddler/older toddler classroom, were a cleaner, disinfectant spray and disinfectant wipes. These items indicated they were to be kept out of the reach of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “A secure location was found on the day of inspection to house all cleaning materials (below changing table). This space will be locked when not in use.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. The preschool room contained a garbage can that required a lid, but a lid was not present. This garbage can contained used such as napkins, tissues, and items that previously contained food.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “Garbage can has been replaced with lidded can.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. Accessible in the toddler room, was baby powder and 10 diaper creams. All of these items indicated they were to be kept out of reach of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “A secure location was found on the day of inspection to house all diapering materials (below changing table). This space will be locked when not in use.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the staff's date of hire. Staff # 1 did not receive a health assessment until 1/18/22 or tuberculosis screening results until 1/20/22. Staff # 3 did not receive a health assessment until 5/27/22 or tuberculosis screening results until 6/2/22. Staff # 5 did not receive a health assessment until 5/17/21 and tuberculosis screening results until 5/11/21. Staff # 7 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening results on file. Staff # 8 has not had an update health assessment since 5/16/19. Staff # 11 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 13 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 14 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 15 did not have a health assessment until 5/18/21 or tuberculosis screening results until 5/20/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff members will complete all necessary health assessments before returning to work with children. Staff will not be allowed to work in childcare until and unless pre-service health assessments are obtained. Staff # 7 and # 11 will not work in a childcare role at the facility until a health…”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the staff's date of hire. Staff # 1 did not receive a health assessment until 1/18/22 or tuberculosis screening results until 1/20/22. Staff # 3 did not receive a health assessment until 5/27/22 or tuberculosis screening results until 6/2/22. Staff # 5 did not receive a health assessment until 5/17/21 and tuberculosis screening results until 5/11/21. Staff # 7 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening results on file. Staff # 8 has not had an update health assessment since 5/16/19. Staff # 11 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 13 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 14 does not have a health assessment or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 15 did not have a health assessment until 5/18/21 or tuberculosis screening results until 5/20/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff members have completed or will complete all necessary health assessments including TB screening before working with children. Staff will not be allowed to work with students until and unless pre-service health assessments are obtained. Staff # 7 and # 11 will not work in a childcare role at…”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The following staff did not attend annual in-person/live fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional: Staff # 1, # 6, # 11, # 12, and # 14.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Fire and water safety training will be held on a quarterly basis (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall) in order to ensure all temporary and seasonal employees are able to attend in-person training. All staff who did not attend this Winter's training with water safety trainer JS and fire safety trainer BC…”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 8 had 6-hour health and safety topic training dated 6/4/19. As of 6/30/18, this 6-hour training no longer met the requirements for training of this regulation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff will complete the appropriate health and safety topic training prior to 12/23/22.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 1, # 5, # 14, and # 15 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety topics. Staff person # 3, # 4, # 14, and # 15 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “All listed staff will complete online 10-hr training and Pediatric FA/CPR by 12/23 or before returning to work (for seasonal staff). Staff will not be left unsupervised with students until preservice training is complete. Staff cannot work with children after 12/23/22 if CPR/FA is not completed and…”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/12/16. Staff person # 9 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 8/30/17. Staff person # 14, # 15 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff members have completed the training and placed them on file for the record.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for each staff's date of hire. Staff # 11, # 12, # 13 and # 14 did not have proof of education in their file. These staff were unable to be appropriately qualified to work in a childcare position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2023): “Staff members' proof of education is kept on file electronically and will be printed for paper files in the future.”
Citation Nov 17, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the staff's date of hire. Staff # 7 was missing one letter of written reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff member has completed an additional reference check and supervisor has placed in file to ensure compliance. Staff # 7 will not work in a childcare role at the facility until the appropriate paperwork is received. 1/12/23”
Core safety Jan 20, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 1 was hired provisionally on 9/7/21. Staff # 1 worked past the 45 day provisional window and did not receive an NSOR clearance until 2/7/22. The CPSL states staff can only be hired provisionally for 45 days and this NSOR clearance was no received within the 45 day provisional hire period. Staff # 2 had a date of hire of 10/29/21 and was hired using a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 5/28/21. The CPSL also states any staff hired after 9/24/18, a Department of Education FBI clearances could not be used for employment in an Department of Human Services program. A Department of Human Services FBI clearance must be obtained for employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2022): “Staff # 2 will apply for the appropriate DHS FBI clearance. Staff # 2 will be removed from child care until the DHS FBI clearance is received.”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Jul 29, 2026 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 29, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation
5 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 17, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jun 5, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 13, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 7, 2025 Complaint investigation
5 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Feb 14, 2025 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Feb 26, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Nov 13, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 25, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 24, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $36.50 $36.50
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $36.50 $36.50
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $36.50 $36.50
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $33.60 $33.60
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $32.50 $32.50
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $45.00 $29.75
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $45.00 $29.75

The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.

About this center

Capacity 342 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 12, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Jan 15, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator YMCA Of Berwick PA
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 752-5981
State certificate # CER-00254145
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Berwick Area YMCA Day Care had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 25 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jul 29, 2026 (staff ratios): “Through interviews with staff, it was learned that only one staff was present with thirteen older school aged children on the return trip back from Ber Vaughn park on 7/8/26.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Berwick Area YMCA Day Care?

Pennsylvania lists 11 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Berwick Area YMCA Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Jan 15, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Berwick Area YMCA Day Care compare with other daycares in Berwick?

It is #6 of 6 centers in Berwick by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Berwick Area YMCA Day Care last inspected?

Jul 17, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Berwick Area YMCA Day Care cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $36.50 for newborn, $36.50 for infant, $36.50 for young toddler, $33.60 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Berwick Area YMCA Day Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is YMCA Of Berwick PA.

Certified centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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