Chesterbrook Academy · 3201 Race St, Philadelphia

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION SHOWS THAT CHILD WAS ALLOWED TO LEAVE THE ROOM WITH AN UNAUTHORIZED PERON.

During the initial inspection, certification representative did a facility walk through, and the middle toilet in the Beginner B bathroom does not flush.

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the files for staff #4 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #3 and staff #4 did not include a verification of childcare experience and the file for staff #2 did not include a verification of childcare experience or education.

DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THE FACILITY WAS IN COMPLIANCE BUT THE DIRECTOR AND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADMITTED THAT ON THE DATE OF QUESTION THEY WERE OUT OF COMPLIANCE BECAUSE A STAFF PERSON WAS ALLOWED TO LEAVE EARLY DUE TO A LACK OF COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE ASST DIRECTOR AND THE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR.

During the complaint investigation, certification representative was confirmed that a child put their fingers inside the radiator guard while in the bathroom with staff #1.

During the complaint inspection, certification representative reviewed staff files and the files for staff #1 is missing both the FBI and NSOR clearances.

During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed staff files and the files for staff #1 and staff #3 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.

During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed staff files and the files for staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain the 10 hr health and safety professional development training.

Child 1 who has a known fish allergy was given fish taco for lunch.

During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing verification of education and 2 years experience with children.

During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed file for staff files. Staff 1 was missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

During complaint investigation on 07/09/24 it was determined that staff person #2 witnessed and failed to report suspected child abuse to child line as mandated by the CPSL.

During the complaint investigation on 07/09/24 it was determined that staff person #1 was physically aggressive with child #1 during incident that occurred on 06/25/24.

During the complaint investigation on 07/09/24 it was determined that staff person #1 was observed yelling and using demeaning language towards children.

During the renewal inspection on 04/25/24 documentation of annual emergency drill was not submitted.

During the renewal inspection on 04/25/24 the fire report provided was dated 06/08/22. Provider unable to test fire system due to being connected to other businesses.

During the renewal inspection on 04/25/24 the first aid/CPR certificate reviewed for staff person #1 was not conducted by an approved PQAS certified instructor.

During the renewal inspection on 3/21/23 there was an uncovered electrical outlet observed in the Beginner A classroom accessible to children. Provider corrected on site.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the file reviewed for staff #5 did not include an initial health assessment required before working with children.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the health assessment reviewed for staff #4 did not include documentation of tuberculosis screening.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23, the training record reviewed staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #4, staff person #5, and staff #7 was missing Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update required by OCDEL by December 30, 2022.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the training record reviewed for staff #5 contained expired fire safety training (11/20/21). The training record reviewed for staff #6 was missing required annual fire safety training.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the fee agreements reviewed for child #2, child#12, and child #16 did not specify release person designated by parent.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1, child #17, and child #19 did not include name, address and telephone number for child's PCP.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the emergency contact forms reviewed for child #4 and child #18 did not have written consents signed by parent for emergency medical care.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the emergency contact forms reviewed for child #3, child #6, child #7, child #9, child#11, child #14, child #15, child #17 and child #18, child #19 and child #20 were missing health insurance coverage information and/or policy number.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the emergency contact forms reviewed for child #2, child #4, child #5, child #8, child #10, child #13, and child #16 did not contain name, address and number of emergency contact designated by parent.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the fee agreement reviewed for child #3 was expired and not reviewed/updated within 6-month time period.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the emergency contact forms reviewed for child #4 and child #11 did not have written consents signed by parent for administration of medical or special dietary needs.

During the renewal inspection on 03/21/23 the emergency contact forms reviewed for child #4 and child #11 did not have written consents signed by parent for administration of minor first aid procedures by staff.

During complaint investigation on 11/4/22, it was indicated that facility person #1 has been observed using harsh, demeaning and/or abusive language towards children.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the file for staff person #1 did not contain an FBI Clearance or a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance; the file for staff person #3 did not contain an National Sex Offender Clearance; the file for staff person #5 did not contain an FBI Clearance; the file for staff person #6 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance; the file for staff person #7 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance nor a State Police Clearance; the file for staff person #8 did not contain National Sex Offender Registry Clearance; the file for staff person #9 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance;the file for staff person #10 did not contain an FBI Clearance; the file for staff person #11 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance, mandated reporter training, nor an FBI Clearance; the file for staff person #12 contained a Department of Education FBI Clearance, not a suitable Child Care Clearance; the file for staff person #13 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the one-year-old classroom contained 4 one-year-old children and one infant with one teacher.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the file for children #1, 2 and 3 contained an influenza vaccination more than one year old.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the file for staff persons #2, #3, #11 and #13 did not contain a health assessment; the file for staff person #4 contained a health assessment more than 24 months old.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the file for child #3 did not contain a Health Assessment.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the files for staff persons #2, #8, #9, #11 and #13 did not contain Health and Safety Training.

During a renewal inspection on 04/15/2022, the file for child #2 did not contain a signed Financial Agreement.

During a renewal inspection on 04/26/2022, the file for child #3 did not contain a completed Emergency contact form to include the child's Health Care information.

During a renewal inspection on 004/15/2022, the file for staff person #11 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

A review of records conducted 3/7/2022 found that facility staff #1, who had a hire date of 2/15/2022 did not have a State Police, Child Abuse, FBI or NSOR clearance on file. There was a receipt for the NSOR request date 2/15/2022 but not other receipts for requested clearances. Facility staff #2, who had a hire date of 2/15/2022 did not have a State Police or Child Abuse clearances nor were there receipts for the requests of these clearances. Facility staff #3 who started the day of the inspection 3/7/2022 did not have any clearances or receipts on file at the facility. There was not an individual file onsite for facility staff #3 as required. Facility staff #4 had an FBI clearance with no rap sheet and a Child Abuse clearance that indicated the purpose for the clearance was "Adult Household Member" and not employee.

A toilet in the bathroom of the Pre-K room was not working at the time of inspection 3/7/2022.

At the time of inspection on 3/7/2022 Certification Representative observed that a wall on the equipment at the top of the slide was not bolted into the equipment and was loose.

During the course of the investigation on 3/7/2022 while interviewing the acting director about covid policies, it was acknowledged that the facility did not require children who tested positive for Covid to have the required medical documentation to return to the facility.

There was not a health assessment in the records of facility staff #1, #2, #3 and #4. There was not an individual file onsite for facility staff #3 onsite at the time of inspection on 3/7/2022.

At the time of inspection on 3/7/2022 there was not an individual file onsite for facility staff #3 who was working in the Infant A classroom