Kidz Paradise

1340 W Wyomissing Blvd, West Lawn, PA 19609 · Berks County

2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 3

Kidz Paradise is a certified child care center in West Lawn, PA, with capacity for 88 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 91 violations, 10 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (20 of 91). 24 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #137 of 138 centers in Berks County and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 93% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited

#137 of 138 centers in Berks County

10 Core-safety citations

81 Other citations

8 Inspections

2 Complaint investigations that found violations

91 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 24 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 18, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 20

Health & medication 17

Records & paperwork 17

Building & playground safety 15

Emergency preparedness 8

Background checks 5

Supervision 4

Transportation 3

Food & feeding 1

Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff person 2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised on two separate occasions. On 2/18/26 Staff person 7 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised on one occasion. Staff person 2 and 7 have not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 or completed an acceptable previous version of the Health and Safety Training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Effective as soon as Cert rep notified the director Staff 2 and 7 were removed from childcare roles and being around around children and were not allowed to return to the classroom until the missing trainings were completed. Staff person 2 and staff person 7 completed PA Required Health and Safety…”

Core safety Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 2 did not have the CPSL required clearances for employment on filed on or before their first day with children(See LIS code sheet). Staff 2 had a Child abuse clearance dated 12/8/25, which is after their first day with children. Staff 2 had a PSP clearance with the purpose of volunteer dated 5/6/25. Staff 2 had a PSP clearance request with the purpose of employment dated 10/31/25, which is after their first day with children. Staff 2 was able to obtain a PSP clearance with a dissemination date of 11/6/25, however this was obtained after Staff 2 was observed to be providing care to children on 2/18/26. It has been more than 45 days since Staff 2 first day with children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “1. Kidz Paradise will comply with all regulations concerning clearances for both staff and volunteers. Staff 2 has all required clearances on file, current and valid. Operator will comply with CPSL. Correction 2/18/26 2. The legal entity representative will create a checklist for staff and facility…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Cert rep observed the first aid kit in room 3 did not have tape, gauze, or band aids.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Tape gauze and band-aids were replaced in the first aid kits in this room.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)

During a renewal inspection 2/18/26 Cert rep observed Frayed carpets(not in good repair) in the following locations: Room 1 (the Roads carpet, the Red carpet, and Numbers carpet); Room 3 (the Alphabet carpet and the paw patrol carpet, and Room 5 (the Alphabet carpet). Cert rep also observed tears the following equipment in Room 4: both diaper changing mats, the color squares mat, the purple toy foam block, the mattress by the lion wall picture, the mattress by the giraffe wall picture, the mattress by the sink, and the mattress below the large heart on the window. These tears prevented proper sanitation of the equipment and resulted in the equipment not being in good repair.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “The roads carpet, the red carpet, the numbers carpet, the alphabet carpet, the paw patrol carpet and the 2nd alphabet carpet were removed and replaced. The color squares mat was removed and replaced. The changing tables mat was covered. The block was removed. All materials used in the facility will…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Cert rep observed Magna-tiles in Room 3 on an accessible shelf. Older toddlers were present in this room. The recommended age for Magna-tiles is 3 years of age and older.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Magna-tiles were removed from Room 3.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Cert rep observed baby wipes in a bag labeled "Keep bag away from children" on an accessible shelf in Room 3 where older toddlers who may still be placing objects in their mouth were present. Cert rep also observed plastic trash bags and boxes of gloves on an accessible shelf in the bathroom next to the director's office. This bathroom is used by older toddlers who may still be placing objects in their mouths.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Baby wipes were removed from shelves and reachable areas of the children and placed out of reach of children. The plastic bags and gloves in the bathroom were moved to a higher(not accessible shelf).”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Child 1's health report dated 5/5/25 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “A health report will be signed by the child's physican, P.A, or CRNP. Child 1 was made an appointment to see a physician to receive a new physical. Child 1 will provide a new health report that is signed by 4/17/26, or the child will not be allowed to return to care until it is provided.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Preschool Child 3's health report dated 8/29/25 was a school physical which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease nor a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. (See LIS Code sheet for DOB).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “A health report will include that the child is free of communicable, contagious diseases and can participate in childcare and age appropriate screening. Child 3's parents provided us with a daycare appropriate physical on the date of 2/20/26.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Cert rep observed a Child's Destin (exp. 2/2025) in Room 3 and a Child's Aquaphor (exp. 11/20/25) in Room 4).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Expired diaper creams were removed from the classrooms and returned to the families for disposal.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 3 and 4 had more than 24 months between health assessments. This was evidenced by health assessments for Staff 3 dated 8/15/23 and 1/27/26, and health assessments for Staff 4 dated 5/9/22, and 1/22/25 in the respective staff's files. It was reported Staff 3 & 4 worked as staff between the expiration of their previous health assessment and the receipt of the current health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “All staff will complete health assessments within 24 months wile employed. Staff 3 and 4 have health assessments that are current and valid on file.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Transportation

Manufacturer's instructions used 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(c)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Cert rep observed Cosco brand and Graco brand booster seats in the facility van that is used for transportation, but did not see the manufacturer instructions for these booster seats in the vehicle. It was reported that the facility did not have the manufacture instructions for these booster seats.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Manufacturers' instructions for booster seats are kept in the vehicle at all times. Print out copies of manufacturer's instructions were placed inside the van for each booster seat on the date of 2/18/26.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Hypothetical locations 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(4)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Cert rep noted the hypothetical location of the fire was the same for consecutive fire drills on three separate occasions: 2/7/25 & 3/6/25 (Kitchen); 6/8/25 & 7/8/25(Hallway); and 9/10/25 and 10/27/25(Pre K).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “The designated staff person responsible for compliance of fire drills will ensure the locations are rotated around the facility. February and March fire drill was located at two different spots in the building.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 the most recent fire detection testing was 1/6/26, which is more than 30 days ago. There was also more than 30 days between testing on 5 additional occasions: 3/6/25-4/25/25, 5/5/25-6/8/25, 7/8/25-8/13/25, 9/10/25-10/27/25, and 11/4/25-12/19/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Fire detection testing will be occur every 30 days. A fire detection test was completed 2/18/26.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During a renewal inspection 2/18/26 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “A policy for addressing potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment was created and reviewed by managerial staff. The created policy was…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 6 did not complete Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the previous certification. This is evidenced by documentation which shows the current certification for Pediatric first aid and CPR was completed on 10/17/25 and the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expired 7/31/25. Staff 6 was reported to have worked as staff between 8/1/25 and 10/17/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “Staff Person 6 did take pediatric CPR and has it on file. All staff persons will take pediatric CPR on or before the expiration date. Staff 6 does have Pediatric first aid and cpr on file, valid and current.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 2 and Staff 7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2 or an acceptable previous version of Health and Safety Training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “Staff person will complete professional development within 90 days of hire. Staff 2 and Staff 7 completed the required health and safety training (part 1 &2) before continuing to work directly with the children on the date of 2/23/26. Effective as soon as Cert rep notified the director on 2/18/26…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 4 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training date. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 8/16/19, and current mandated reporter training dated 12/2/25. It was reported that Staff 4 worked as Staff between 8/16/24 and 12/2/25

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “Kidz Paradise will comply with the regulations concerning mandated reporter trainings be sure to update within 60 months. Staff 4 now has the mandated reporter training on file, current and valid. Operator will comply with the CPSL.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Group sup qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 5 had a high school diploma and 5207 hours of child care experience documented in the file. It was reported that Staff 5 did not obtain an associates degree or bachelors degree. Staff 6 had a high school diploma, a Child Development Associate(CDA), and 2256 hours of child care experience documented in the file. It was reported that Staff 5 and 6 did not obtain associate's degrees or bachelor's degrees. Staff 5 and 6 have been working as group supervisors.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Staff 5 will not continue to work as a group supervisor until they receive their associates degree in the fall of 2026. Staff 6 will not work as a group supervisor. Staff 5 and 6 will be working as assistant group supervisors.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

HS/GED + 600 hrs training/HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(2)/3270.36(b)(5)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Staff 2 had a high school diploma and 0 hours of child care experience documented in the file. Staff 7 had a high school diploma and information that a secondary training program in early childhood education was completed, however there was no information to support that the training meets the requirements of 600 hours of training as described in §3270.31(c). Staff 7 had no experience with children documented on file. Both Staff 2 and 7 have been working as Assistant group supervisors.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “All asst. group supervisor will have 600 hrs of secondary early education training or the years of experience on file. Staff 2 provide verification of at least 2,500 hours of experience with children and Staff 7 provided a letter for the educational institution that the secondary training meets the…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed /Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(1)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Children 3 & 4's fee agreements were not signed by the operator and Children 2 & 4's fee agreement did not specify the fee amount to be paid.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “All agreements will be signed by director and the parent. a fee agreement will specify the amount of the fee to be charged per week. Child 3&4's fee agreements corrections were made on the date of 2/18/26 and are now signed by the operator. Children 2&4's fee agreement was correct on the date of…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Designated release persons/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.123(a)(6)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Child 1's fee agreement did not note the persons the child may be released to, and Child 2's fee agreement did not note the child's date of admission.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “An agreement will specify to whom the child can be released. An agreement will specify the child's date of admission. Child 1's fee agreement correction was made on the date of 2/18/26 to now list the person's the child can be released. Child 2's correction was made on the date of 2/18/26 to list…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Child 3's emergency contact form did not list the release person addresses, and Child 4's emergency contact form did not include the work address and work phone numbers for their parents.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “Emergency contact forms will list all required information. Child 3's emergency contact form corrections were made on the date of 2/18/26 to list the address of the release person. Child 4's emergency contact form was updated on 2/19/26 to indicate a non applicable status.”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 Child 1's fee agreement was most recently reviewed with the parents on 7/15/25. Child 4's Emergency contact form was most recently reviewed with the parents on 12/20/24. Both of these dates are more than 6 months ago.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Fee agreements and emergency contacts forms will be reviewed within 6 months. On the date of 2/18/26 Child 1's fee agreement was reviewed with the parent. On the date of 2/20/26 Child 4's emergency contact form was reviewed and updated by the parent. Both parents signed the forms after the review…”

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Director ID 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(f)

During a renewal inspection on 2/18/26 certification rep observed Staff 1's photo ID was expired (see Staff details in LIS code sheet) and therefore is not valid. Staff 1 is the director responsible for compliance with Chapter 3270.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “The director will have a valid ID to provide the state rep with at the time of inspection. The director has filled out paperwork to renew expired id and has gone to Penn Dot to have expired id replaced. The director has obtained their new valid PA ID card.”

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Core safety Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 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 a PQAs approved trainer in a PQAs approved curriculum.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “No staff who have not completed the pre-service training prior to caring for children will be left unsupervised. Staff 2 received Pediatric First Aid CPR AED training on 11/8/24. Certificate is now on file. Staff 2 will remain supervised until the pediatric First aid and CPR document is received.”

Core safety Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Cert rep noted the following violations of the CPSL. See code sheet for all DOH: Staff 1 had a NSOR request dated 2/21/24, but did not have the NSOR clearance certificate on file. Staff 1 is outside her provisional hire window. Staff 2 was hire provisionally and had a NSOR request dated 10/8/24 This was after DOH which is violation of provisional hire requirements. Staff 3 Staff 3 did not have NJ Child Abuse clearance request or certificate on file. Staff reported residing outside of PA in the past 60 months. Staff 5 had a DHS FBI clearance dated 7/12/19. This is more than 60 months since the previous clearance and is expired. Staff 6 had State Police clearances dated 10/3/19 and 12/12/24, and child abuse clearances dated 10/10/29 and 12/18/24. These were more than 60 months since the previous clearance. Staff 9 did not have a valid signed, dated, and witnessed disclosure statement on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2025): “All paperwork and background Checks have been updated and are on file. We will comply with CPSL and Staff 1, 3, 5, and 9 were suspended until clearances/disclosures were on file.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 the following staff received initial emergency plan training on the noted date This is more than 90 days from their date of hire. (See code sheet for DOH): Staff 1 (1/22/25), Staff 2(1/22/25), Staff 10 (8/2/24). Documentation was not available for review that Staff 7 completed emergency plan training within the past 12 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “Staff 7 was given emergency Plan training on 3/3/25.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 cert rep observed water temperatures of 118° F (first sink from the door) and 120° F (second sink from the door) from the accessible sinks in the girl's bathroom that is used by the children at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Water temp was lowered.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed first aid kits in the following accessible locations: 1. The floor of the unlocked closet in Room 4 2. The floor of the unlocked closet in Room 2

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Safety locks were placed on doors in both classrooms. Safety locks were placed on closed doors where first aid kits are kept.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed a curl in the carpet by the bookcase in Room 1(tripping hazard). Cert rep observed tears in the edges of the cardboard play blocks in Room 2 and 3 (not in good repair). Cert rep observed tears in the changing mat kept in the boy's bathroom that is used by the children at the facility (not in good repair). Cert rep observed large cracks in the protective surface covering in the toddler playspace (tripping hazard and not in good repair).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Carpets was replaced Blocks that were not in good repair were thrown out. Toddler playspace is not in use. We have requested to take the toddler playspace off our license, and not use at this time.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed embedded equipment with a fall height of 4 ft in the Outdoor toddler play space. The facility reported having protective surface covering that was ASTM tested, but did not have this documentation available for Cert rep review. Facility is unable to demonstrate that surface covering meets the recommendations of the CPSC.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “We have requested to take the toddler playspace off our license, and not use at this time.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed expired medications, Child 7's Epipen (expiration 11/2024), Child 8's albuterol inhaler (expiration 9/2024) in Room 2, and expired Destin cream (expiration 10/24) in Room 5.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “These medications are no longer in use and have been sent home with the children's parents.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 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 a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Staff 8 did not have an initial health assessment or TB test on file. Staff 9's Health assessment was dated 1/14/24. This is more than 12 months prior to dates of hire (DOH). Staff 10's health assessment was dated 4/5/24. This is after her DOH. See code sheet for all DOH

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “Staff 8 now has a TB test and physical on file. Staff 9 is not working with children until a physical is on file. Staff 9 will be a Facility person who has no direct contact with children and will not be handling food until the health assessment is on file..”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Transportation

Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans 55 Pa. Code §3270.176(f)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed the facility was using a 12-passenger van to transport children as evident by the Manufacture's Tire and Loading information sticker which indicated a Total seating capacity of 12

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “We are no longer using this van.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan/Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(e)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed the facility emergency plan did not address the accommodations for infants and toddlers. Cert rep noted the emergency plan letter did not address the method to contact the parents and the method to notify the parents the emergency has ended.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2025): “Emergency plan was updated to include accommodations for infants and non-mobile toddlers. Emergency plan has a letter that is provided to parents at enrolled explaining emergency procedures, as well as, a form to list emergency contacts. All forms were updated for all children currently in the…”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 the documentation of the annual emergency drills for the past two years was not available for Cert rep review.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “An emergency drill was held on 3/10/25 for a tornado warning.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Staff 3, 5, 11, and 12 completed Fire Safety Training on 2/6/25. Documentation was not available to show Fire safety training was completed since 2023 for these staff. This is more than 1 years since their previous fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “staff have received fire safety training.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Staff 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 from a PQAs approved trainer in a PQAs approved curriculum. Staff 2 had a First aid and CPR dated 11/7/24 that is not a PQAs approved curriculum.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “A copy of staff person #2recieved a copy of pediatric First aid CPR(PQA approved and it is now on file.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Staff 5 had a staff evaluation dated 1/6/25. Staff 5 had no staff evaluation available for review from 2023-2025. This is more than 12 months since the previous staff evaluation. Staff 7 had no staff evaluations on file for review.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “An evaluation was completed for staff #7.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Staff 3 had 2 years of childcare experience on file but had no information to support that Staff 3 obtained a high school diploma or equivalent on file. Staff 8 had a high school diploma and 1.25 years of child care experience on file. Staff 9 had a general educational development certificate and 0 years of child care experience on file. Staff 3, 8 and 9 have been working as assistant group supervisors.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Staff person # 3 has provided proof of high school education. Staff person #8 will work as an aide and will be supervised until the additional hours are received. Staff person #9 will work as an aide and be supervised until proof of education is provided.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 cert rep observed the daily schedule for room 5 was not posted in the room.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “A daily Schedule was drafted and hanging in the Classroom.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 cert rep noted the facility was not providing the following information in writing to the parents: daily schedule, and supervision policies.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “Daily schedules were collected and copies made to add to our center enrollment paperwork. A supervision policy was drafted and placed with our enrollment paperwork. Supervision policy was provided to all families.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Child 5's most recent Child Service assessment was dated 6/10/24. This is more than 6 months since the previous assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “An assessment was completed for this child.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Child 4's emergency contact form did not have the name of the child's physician/medical care. Child 5's emergency contact form did not have the address for the child's physician/medical care. Children 3-6's emergency contact information did not have work addresses for the parents. Child 1-6's emergency contact information did not have work phone numbers for the parents.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “The information was provided and added to the child's emergency contact information.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)

During a renewal inspection on 2/24/25 cert rep observed that Rooms 1-5 did not have the emergency medical transportation plan post in the child care space. Cert rep observed the emergency medical transportation plan was not in the bags taken on excursions from the facility. Staff reported the emergency medical transportation plan is not taken with staff when leaving the facility with the children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “An emergency medical transportation plan was updated and posted in each childcare space. The new emergency medical transportation plan placed in emergency bags.”

Citation Feb 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

During a renewal inspection 2/24/25-3/3/25 Staff 7 had 11 hours of training during the 12/23-12/24 training year.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “Staff 7 took emergency plan training on 3/3/25 wich will apply towards the previous training year. Staff 7 took the emergency plan training.”

Core safety Jan 3, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

A Self reported non-compliance investigation on 1/3/25 confirmed that on 12/30/24, child 1 was alone and unsupervised in the fenced outdoor play area from 11:35:09 AM until 11:35:49 AM. Staff person #1 was assigned primary supervision of child #1 and brought her group inside without child #1. Staff #2 was in the outdoor play area with her assigned supervision group and entered the building with her group leaving child #1 outside alone and unsupervised.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “Operator will update the facility supervision policy to include procedures for transitioning children and staff, and to include name to face supervision checks. This updated supervision policy will be reviewed with all staff. Staff will sign acknowledgement of the policy. Signed staffed…”

Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During an unannounced inspection on 1/3/25 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. Staff 3 completed pediatric first aid/CPR on 10/18/22 which expired on 10/31/2024. Staff person 1 received PA required Health and Safety training on 6/26/24. This was more than 90 days since her date of hire(see LIS code sheet). Staff person 4 received pediatric first aid/CPR training on 7/16/24. This was more than 90 days since her date of hire(see LIS code sheet).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2025): “Staff person 1 has completed pediatric first aid/CPR. Staff 3 will complete pediatric first aid and CPR once the training is scheduled Staff person 1 received PA required Health and Safety training on 6/26/24. Staff person 4 received pediatric first aid/CPR training on 7/16/24.”

Core safety Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, staff #1 had a volunteer child abuse clearance. Staff #1 must be removed from care until appropriate clearance is on file (see code sheet for hire date).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The staff person applied for and attained the appropriate clearance immediately.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The director added a continuity of operations plan to the emergency plan with guidance from certification.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, the letter to parents did not include information about the lockdown procedures or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs or children with chronic medical conditions.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The director updated the parent emergency plan letter to meet the requirements and information in the emergency plan.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

During the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, the play rug in the young toddler room was dirty and worn.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The carpet was removed from the classroom and a new carpet replaced it.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, the thermometer in the refrigerator in the kitchen read 58 degrees.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The director adjusted the temperature controls in the refrigerator and the temperature was below 45 degrees F within the hour. The food in the fridge was disposed of.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, the most recent health assessment for child #1 was dated 1/3/23.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2024): “The program contacted the family and notified them that they needed a health assessment form returned to the office as soon as possible.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)

During the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, there was Triamcinolone cream in the classroom for child #3 with no parental consent for the medication.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “The administrators had the parent complete a medication consent form upon pickup that day.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, the only health assessment on file for child #1 was dated 1/3/23 which was greater than 60 days from start date (see code sheet for start date). The initial health assessment on file for child #2 was dated 2/3/23 which was greater than 60 days from start date (see code sheet for start date).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2024): “The program will give families 30 days from start date to submit their health assessment to the office.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The program attained the emergency contact information from the parents to ensure that the health insurance information was on the form and complete.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/8/24, there was only 1 written reference on file for staff #2 and no references for staff #3.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2024): “The administrators attained the letters of recommendation for both staff persons.”

Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/28/24, staff #1 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training for the inspection dates of 12/19/22 to 12/19/23.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “The staff person was immediately given the opportunity to complete the 12 clock hours of training.”

Core safety Sep 20, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios

Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52

During a complaint investigation on 9/20/23, the toddler room had 14 children ages 16 months through 2 1/2 years old with 2 staff present. This amount of children this age would require 3 staff.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2023): “At the time, the staff person was using the restroom so the Director stepped into the classroom and remained in the room till the staff person returned. Staff was reminded of ratios and the importance of these ratios. They were instructed to use the provided two-way radio or the childcare…”

Core safety Aug 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

The program reported that on 8/18/23 a toddler was left unsupervised on the play ground for several minutes.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2023): “The program immediately implemented ways to ensure that supervision is maintained. The classroom has a dry erase board to write primary care groups and these are then written on notes for each staff person to ensure that they know their group of children. The classrooms are only bringing their…”

Citation Aug 28, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

During an unannounced inspection on 8/28/23, the most recent fire drill logged was 6/20/23.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2023): “The director did a fire drill the next day. All fire drills will be conducted every 60 days or less and will be planned 5 days before the 60 day mark in the center calendar.”

Citation Aug 28, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

During an unannounced inspection on 8/28/23, the most recent fire alarm check was logged on 6/20/23, greater than the required 30 days.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2023): “The owner and maintenance supervisor are going to assist the center director in ensuring that the smoke detectors are checked at least every 30 days and logged appropriately. The smoke detectors were checked the day of the visit and will continue to be checked every 30 days.”

Citation Aug 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During an unannounced inspection on 8/28/23, staff #1 (see code sheet for hire date) had not completed the update to the health and safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2023): “The staff person shall immediately take the 1 hour Health and Safety Update to account for the lapse.”

Core safety Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, Staff #1 did not have a current Child Abuse Clearance, NSOR, or Mandated Reporter training. Staff #2 had an FBI clearance dated 2/4/17, more than 60 months old.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2023): “Staff person #1 and #2 will be removed from the setting and may return once their clearances and training are complete.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)

During the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, Staff #6 was outside with a group of children from the young and older toddler room (Room 3) with the 1st aid kit leaving the rest of the children in the classroom with no 1st aid kit.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “An additional backpack with first aid kit was put together to ensure that when the classes are in primary care groups, one group outside while another inside, there is a backpack with first aid kit in both locations.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

During the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, there was trash in the playground, and there was a rug in Rooms 1, 2, and 3 that were frayed and in poor condition.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2023): “The trash was picked up on the playground and placed in a trash recepticle. The area rugs were moved to cover the hazard of the frayed carpet as well.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, the most recent health assessment for child #1 was dated 4/4/22 (see code sheet for date of birth).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2023): “The family was notified of incomplete health assessment documentation and notified that they would not have care till said documentation was attained.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, the health assessment for staff #4 did not include the physician's statement that there were no communicable diseases.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2023): “Staff #4 will be removed from the setting until the appropriate health assessment information is obtained.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, the health assessment and immunization record for child #2 was dated 1/3/23 (see code sheet for start date). The health assessment and immunization record for child #4 was dated 1/13/23 (see code sheet for start date).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “Health assessments were current on file. Families will not be permitted to start with Kidz Paradise without a current health assessment on file.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Transportation

Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, the operator had not notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “The director sent a letter stating hours of operation and busy pickup and drop off times to the local police department before the end of the day.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, there was no policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “A policy and procedure template was found and adapted to meet the needs of Kidz Paradise.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

As of 2/14/23, Staff #1, #3, and #5 did not have fire safety training in the previous year.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2023): “Fire safety training will be held on Monday, February 20th with the local fire department. All staff will be in attendance on this day.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety topics and Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff person #1 will be removed from the setting till the training requirements are met.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, the emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “The child health insurance information was obtained the next day and placed into the child file.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)

During the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, Staff #6 was outside with a group of children from the young and older toddler room (Room 3) with the emergency contacts leaving the rest of the children in the classroom with no emergency contacts.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2023): “An additional backpack with emergency contact book was put together to ensure that when the classes are in primary care groups, one group outside while another inside, there is a backpack with first aid kit in both locations.”

Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/23, Staff #1 was working in the classroom and did not have the required 12 clock of hours of training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff person #1 was removed from the setting and not permitted back till 12 clock hours of training have been completed.”

Citation Mar 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)

On 2/23/22 during the renewal inspection, the health assessments for staff #1, #3, #4, #7, and #8 did not include the physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. On 3/2/22 an acceptable plan of correction was submitted with a correction date of 3/18/22. During an unannounced follow up visit, Staff #1,#3, #4, #7 and #8 still did not have a health assessment that included the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Staff #1, #3, and #4 were given the state recommended form for their health assessments to be updated and resubmitted to Kidz Paradise. They were instructed to complete this immediately in order to be in compliance with regulations. Staff #7 and #8 will no longer be employed at Kidz Paradise after…”

Citation Mar 24, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

On 2/23/22 during the renewal inspection, Staff #1 (hire date 11/3/21) did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training. On 3/2/22 an acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 3/18/22 given. On 3/24/22 during an unannounced follow up visit, Staff #1 had not yet completed pediatric first aid and CPR.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Said staff person was reminded by management that the CPR First aid training needs to be completed immediately in order to maintain employment with Kidz Paradise. Staff person scheduled it for a week from todays date. Update: Staff #1 is no longer employed at the facility.”

Core safety Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

On 2/23/22 during the renewal inspection, Staff #5 (hire date 10/25/21) lived in NJ in the past 5 years and did not have clearances from that state. Staff #5 must be removed from care. Staff #8 (hire date 1/6/22) lived in VA in the previous 5 years and did not have clearances from that state. Staff #8 must be removed from care. Staff #7 (hire date 11/23/21) did not have NSOR and must be removed from care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2022): “We immediately submitted the request for the out of state clearance to New Jersey CARI for Staff person #5. We notorized and mailed off the out of state clearance for Virginia for Staff person #8. We contacted NSOR to request a repeat copy of Staff person #7 NSOR clearance.”