Growing Years Early Learning Center at Johnstown

Observed in the indoor gross motor space a Disney brand red and yellow riding toy with a cracked knob on the right side. Observed in room 110 foam blocks with teeth marks.

Observed child #1 sleeping on a large pink pillow which is not proper sleep equipment nor was it labeled for the use of a specific child.

Observed lunch boxes with potentially hazardous food: yogurt, lunch meat, cheese, and ranch dressing not refrigerated.

Based on the smoke detection log, the smoke detection system was not tested every 30 days due to the fact testing dates were 7-31-25 to 6-3-25 = 58 days; 6-3-25 to 4-8-25 = 56 days.

At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation the emergency plan was delivered to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

At the time of the inspection the provider was unable to provide the Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy.

Staff person #2 has 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.

The file of staff #1 had written evaluations more than 12 months apart due to the fact they were dated 9-11-25 and 8-19-24.

The file of staff #2 lacked documentation of 2 years' experience to support the position of Assistant Group Supervisor.

The file of child #3 lacked a current child service report. The most recent report in the file was dated 2/2025.

The files of children #1 and #3 lacked emergency contact forms with the information of children's special needs, as specified by the children's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation or "NA" if not applicable.

The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Observed in room 115 adhesive puddy labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in the top left drawer at the sink accessible to children observed in care.

At the time of the inspection, the written policy for shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment lacked information about the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

At approximately 9:40 AM Certification Staff observed an infant sleeping in a bouncer seat in the Infant/Young Toddler Room.

Child #1 received an injury on 12/11/23. The injury resulted in the child being seen in the emergency room. The operator was notified on 12/27/23 of the emergency room visit. During the investigation on 1/5/24, the operator reported to the department verbally but not in writing of emergency room treatment.

Child #1 received an injury on 12/11/23. The injury resulted in the child being seen in the emergency room. The operator was notified on 12/27/23 of the emergency room visit. During the investigation on 1/5/24, the operator reported to the department verbally but not in writing of emergency room treatment.

Staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Based on interviews and documentation, the original report of an accident was not given to the parent of Child #1 on the day of the incident.

2nd citation. Previously cited on 9/20/23. The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.

The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.

On 9/19/23 the counter height sink in the Infant/Young Toddler Room did not have platforms or steps, and staff were holding children to wash their hands.

On 9/19/23 observed a cracked lid on the bin containing train tracks in the Part Day Preschool Room. On 9/19/23 observed cracked LEGOS in the Part Day Preschool Room. On 9/19/23 observed approximately a 1-inch tear on the blue mat with stars in the Indoor Play Space. On 9/19/23 observed a cracked bin containing puzzle pieces in the Indoor Play Space. On 9/19/23 observed a torn corner on the triangle box in the Older Toddler Room.

On 9/19/23 observed foam blocks with bite marks in the Pre K Counts Room.

The file of Child #4 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #4 contained health reports dated 4/11/22, 11/9/22, and 5/11/23.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during a lockdown.

The legal entity did not have a current copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises on file at the facility.

The file of Staff #1, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children.

The written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Pre K Counts Room.

The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The files of Children #4 and #5 lacked child service reports completed every 6 months. The file of Child #4, with an admission date of 4/12/21, did not contain child service reports. The file of Child #5, with an admission date of 6/22/20, contained a child service report dated 3/18/22.

The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parents.

Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the work address of the enrolling parent.

Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

The emergency contacts and agreements for Children #3, #4, and #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 7/1/22, 2/2023, and 8/1/23. Child #4's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 7/1/22, 2/2023, and 8/1/23. Child #5's emergency contact was reviewed on 6/27/22, 2/2023, and 8/1/23. Child #5's agreement was reviewed on 3/8/22, 2/2023, and 8/1/23.

The file of Child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment. Child #2's date of admission was 8/14/23 with an agreement dated 8/15/23.

2nd citation. Previously cited on 9/14/22. The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

2nd citation. Previously cited on 9/14/22. The file of Staff #1, who was designated as a director, lacked documentation of 1 year experience with children.

The files of Staff #2 and #3 lacked a signed disclosure statement at the time of providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The files of Staff #2 and #3 contained a disclosure statement signed on 8/9/22. Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training within 90 days of start (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #2 had documentation of completing mandated reporter training on 6/21/22. Staff #5 and #7 lacked documentation of mandated reporter training completed every 60 months. Staff #5 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 4/13/20 with previous training completed on 1/19/15. Staff #7 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 3/3/20 with previous training completed on 1/17/15. The file of Staff #6 lacked documentation of he National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate by July 1, 2020 (SEE LIS Code Sheet).

On 9/14/22 observed 2 pair of adult scissors on the bottom shelf of the closet in the Preschool Classroom which were accessible to children.

The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of emergency plan training on 6/29/22. The files of Staff #5, #6, and #7 lacked documentation of training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. The file of Staff #5 contained documentation of emergency plan training on 6/30/22 with previous training on 3/25/21. The files of Staff #6 and #7 contained documentation of emergency plan training on 6/29/22 with previous training on 3/25/21.

On 9/14/22 observed approximately two 1/2 inch holes in the drywall and approximately a 3 inch hole in the drywall by the folding chairs in the Indoor Play Space. On 9/14/22 observed approximately a 2 inch hole and approximately a 3 inch hole in the drywall by the strollers in the Indoor Play Space. On 9/14/22 observed approximately two 1 inch holes under the 1st window at the side of the Indoor Play Space. On 9/14/22 observed approximately three 1/2 inch holes under the 3rd window at the side of the Indoor Play Space. On 9/14/22 observed approximately a 2 inch hole under the window in the right corner of the Pre K Counts Classroom.

The files of Staff #2 and #4 contained an adult health assessment which lacked a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained a Mantoux test read date of 3/17/22. The file of Staff #4 contained a Mantoux test read date of 7/22/21.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

The Director or designated staff person did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The hypothetical location was the same for fire drills conducted on 10/21/21 and 11/30/21.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down.

The files of Staff #6, #8, #9, and #10 lacked documentation of renewing their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The files of Staff #6 and #9 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR on 10/30/21 with a previous one on 10/26/19. The files of Staff #8 and #10 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR on 10/30/21 with a previous one on 8/24/19.

The files of Staff #5, #6, and #7 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in valid fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The files of Staff #5, #6, and #7 contained documentation of an invalid online fire safety training.

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing health and safety training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of health and safety training being completed on 5/17/22.

The file of Staff #3, who was designated as a director, lacked documentation of 1 year of experience with children.

The file of Child #3 lacked the services to be provided to the family and the child on the agreement.

The file of Child #1 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.

The file of Child #3 lacked the complete work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #4 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

The files of Children #1 and #4 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #2 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.

On 9/14/22 emergency contacts for Children #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, and #10 were not present when they were receiving care in the Preschool Classroom.

The emergency contact and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once every 6 months with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. Child #2's emergency contact was signed on 8/2/21 and reviewed on 6/28/22 and 7/1/22. Child #2's agreement was signed on 8/2/21 and reviewed on 6/28/22 and 7/1/22. The emergency contact for Child #3 was not reviewed and updated at least once every 6 months with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. Child #3's emergency contact was reviewed on 1/20/22 and then again on 8/29/22.

It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment. Child's date of admission was 8/17/21 with an agreement dated 1/20/22.

The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of completing professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 3/19/22.

The file of Staff #5 lacked documentation of completing an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.