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Montgomery County Oic

1101 Arch St, Norristown, PA 19401 · Montgomery County
Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade, September 2026 (COMPASS status: Pending Appeal) Provisional certificate 2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 10 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 1

Montgomery County Oic is a certified child care center in Norristown, PA, with capacity for 106 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 20 times and confirmed violations in 10 complaint investigations. The state cited 211 violations, 32 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (66 of 211). 21 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #24 of 26 centers in Norristown 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
#24 of 26 centers in Norristown
32 Core-safety citations
179 Other citations
20 Inspections
10 Complaint investigations that found violations
211 citations from 31 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 21 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 13, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 17, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 29, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 11, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 26, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 2, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 31, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 29, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 28, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 28, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found May 31, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 31, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 9, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 5, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Apr 6, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation Dec 17, 2021 · Inspection · citation found Nov 29, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 66
Building & playground safety 37
Training & qualifications 31
Health & medication 19
Emergency preparedness 16
Background checks 13
Food & feeding 10
Supervision 9
Staff ratios 8
Sleep safety 2

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 8/13/26 staff person #1 was observed working with 6 preschool aged children. Staff person #1 did not have an NSOR on file at the facility. This is continued noncompliance. During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 staff person #3 had an expired NSOR on file at the facility. Staff person #6 Did not have a DHS FBI clearance or disclosure statement on file. Staff person #7 did not have a DHS FBI clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #10 did not have an NSOR or disclosure statement on file. Facility person #8, a volunteer, did not have a PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance or DHS FBI clearance on file or signed disclosure statement on file at the facility. Facility Person #9, a volunteer, did not have PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance NSOR or DHS FBI or signed disclosure statement clearance on file. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Staff person #1 Has been removed from the daycare staff rolls. Due to non compliance and repeated steps to obtain an NSOR.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outside Walkways 55 Pa. Code §3270.64
During the inspection on 8/13/26 weeds and small treelike shrubs had grown into the sidewalk by the front steps of the facility facing Arch Street.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Contractor has been contacted for removal of tree like shrubs on the outdoor stairs.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
During the inspection on 8/13/26 preschool children were observed playing on the back playground. Weeds and plants had grown through the fence and pokeweed, and autumn clematis had grown into areas accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Contractor has been contacted for removal of any and all harmful and overgrown plants within the play areas.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Aug 13, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
During the inspection on 8/13/26 preschool children were observed playing on the back playground. The operator did not have the ASTM test data for the unitary playground protective surface.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 22, 2026): “Daycare staff have been notified children will not be permitted in the back playground area. A designated space will be provided for large muscle play outside of the playground areas on the grass until new test data can be obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Core safety Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 8/3/26 Staff person #7 did not have an FBI clearance on file. Staff person #10 did not have an NSOR or signed disclosure statement on file. Facility person #8, a volunteer, did not have a PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance or DHS FBI clearance on file or signed disclosure statement on file at the facility. Facility Person #9, a volunteer, did not have PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance NSOR or DHS FBI or signed disclosure statement clearance on file. During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 staff person #3 had an expired NSOR on file at the facility. Staff person #6 Did not have a DHS FBI clearance or disclosure statement on file. Staff person #7 did not have a DHS FBI clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #10 did not have an NSOR or disclosure statement on file. Facility person #8, a volunteer, did not have a PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance or DHS FBI clearance on file or signed disclosure statement on file at the facility. Facility Person #9, a volunteer, did not have PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance NSOR or DHS FBI or signed disclosure statement…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “Immediately, Staff persons #7 and #10 and Facility Person #8 and 9 will not work in a child care position at the facility. Staff will not return until all required CPSL clearances and documents are placed in the file.”
Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 8/3/2026 ceiling tiles that were missing and had water damage were observed in the back hallway exit stair area and off of the school age classroom on the first floor bathroom area and hallway to bathroom area. The door knob to the school age classroom on the lower level left side was missing. During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 missing ceiling tiles were observed in the lower level bathroom left side right next to classroom. A ceiling tile with water damage was observed on the lower level back stairs area.This is continued noncompliance transferred from SIN-00290196
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “All ceiling tiles will be replaced or repaired. The cause of the water leak and damage will be repaired. Children will be restricted from the bathroom area and bathroom hallway area by a child gate. The door know will be replaced/repaired.”
Follow-up Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During the inspection on 8/3/26 broken soap dispensers/mounting were observed in the preschool classroom by the sink outside of the bathroom in an area accessible to the children. During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 the classroom toilet in the lower-level preschool classroom was not working and the lower-level classroom camp classroom toilet was not working. Broken soap dispensers in the preschool classroom were broken. This is continued noncompliance transferred from SIN-00290196
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2026): “The soap dispenser mounting will be removed, and wall be repaired if needed.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the inspection on 8/3/26 the back exit stairs were obstructed by a reclining chair and stored equipment. The doors had two wooden rods placed on them to prevent the doors form opening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “The exits at the facility will be unobstructed. The stored items and reclining chair were removed from the area. The wood rods were removed from the door.”
Citation Aug 3, 2026 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)
During the inspection on 8/3/26 staff person #4 and facility person #8 and #9 did not have a health assessment. During the inspection on 6/17/26 staff persons #4 and $5 did not have current health assessment as required by the regulation. Facility persons #8 and #9 did not have a current health assessment. This is continued noncompliance from SIN-00290196
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2026): “Staff person #4 will obtain a current health assessment and it will be placed in the staff file.”
Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During the inspection on 8/3/26 the health assessment for staff person #5 did not include examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Staff person #5 will obtain a health assessment that includes examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Staff person #5 (a seasonal employee) will not return without a health…”
Follow-up Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Wholesome 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)
On 8/3/2026 expired canned beans were observed in the kitchen area. During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 expired food was observed in the kitchen. Continued noncompliance transferred fromSIN-00290196.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “Immediately all food will be checked for expiration date. All expired food will be discarded. The kitchen will be cleaned thoroughly. A designated area will be developed for the childcare food.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 8/3/26 staff persons #2 did not have verification or health and safety training part 2. Staff preson #10 did not have verification of health and safety part 1 and part 2 .During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 Staff persons #2 #3 have not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire Health and safety PT 2. Staff person #6 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training on file at the facility. Staff person #7 did not complete health and safety PT1 and PT 2. Staff person #10 did not have health and safety PT 1 and PT 2. This is continued noncompliance transferred from SIN-00290196
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 9, 2026): “Staff person #2 will completed health and safety training part 2 as required. Staff person #10 will complete health and safety part 1 and part 2 as required. A copy of the trainings will be placed in the staff file.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 8/3/26 staff person #10 and facility persons # 8 and #9 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. During the inspection on 6/17/26 Staff persons #6 #10 and Facility persons #8 and #9 do not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968 This is continued noncompliance transferred from SIN-00290196
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2026): “The director will obtain During the inspection on 8/3/26 for staff person #10 and facility persons # 8 and #9 two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. These letters of reference will be placed in the staff and facility…”
Follow-up Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 staff person #3 had an expired NSOR on file at the facility. Staff person #6 Did not have a DHS FBI clearance or disclosure statement on file. Staff person #7 did not have a DHS FBI clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #10 did not have an NSOR or disclosure statement on file. Facility person #8, a volunteer, did not have a PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance or DHS FBI clearance on file or signed disclosure statement on file at the facility. Facility Person #9, a volunteer, did not have PA state police criminal clearance, Child abuse clearance NSOR or DHS FBI or signed disclosure statement clearance on file. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff person #3 resubmitted their NSOR application. Staff person #7 submitted fingerprints. Staff person #10 resubmitted their NSOR and signed disclosure statement. Facility person#9 will obtain clearances.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(a)(8)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/26 during the swim/pool observation staff person #6 was counted in the staff child swim ratio and did not have verification of current water safter training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff person #6 was successfully trained on water safety”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 staff person #3 #6 #7 #10 and facility persons #8 and #9 did not have verification of emergency plan training for the past year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff and volunteers will be trained in the emergency plan immediately. Verification of the training will be in staff files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 missing ceiling tiles were observed in the lower level bathroom left side right next to classroom. A ceiling tile with water damage was observed on the lower level back stairs area. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Contractors will be contracted and acquired for ceiling tile repair.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 the classroom toilet in the lower-level preschool classroom was not working and the lower-level classroom camp classroom toilet was not working. Broken soap dispensers in the preschool classroom were broken. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Toilet fixed and broken soap dispensers have been removed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Jun 17, 2026 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)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 staff persons #4 #5 and #8 did not have a current health assessment on file as required by the regulation. Facility persons #8 and #9 did not have a current health assessment on file at the facility. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff persons #4 and #5 have scheduled health assessments. Staff person #6 no longer works at facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Wholesome 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 expired food was observed in the kitchen. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Food will be examined weekly for freshness. Limits are set on type, amount and duration of food in storage.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 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)
A review of the fire alarm test log revealed that a fire alarm test had not been logged for September 2025 November 2025 and January 2026 and May 2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Monthly tests of fire alarm will be properly documented, and a log will be kept up to date.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 Staff persons #2 #3 have not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire Health and safety PT 2. Staff person #6 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR training on file at the facility. Staff person #7 did not complete health and safety PT1 and PT 2. Staff person #10 did not have health and safety PT 1 and PT 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Child #1 has been removed from Volunteer status”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Staff person #1 was functioning as an AGS and did not have two years experience with children on file. Staff person #7 was functioning as an AGS and had 1 year experience with children on file. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff persons #1 and #7 have sufficient experience to function as an AGS.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 the emergency contact form for child #4 name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Child #4 file has been updated to include name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 the emergency contact form for child #2 and #3 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “The parents for child #2 and #3 have updated files to include home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 6/7/26 the emergency contact form for child #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “The parent of child #2 updated file to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 6/17/26 the emergency contact form for child #2 #3 #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of first aid procedures and/or emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Child files for #2 #3 #4 and #5 will include signed parental consent for administration of first aid procedures and/or emergency medical care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff persons #6 #10 and Facility persons #8 and #9 do not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00292968
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff persons #6 and #10 will have letters of recommendation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jun 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(a)
Child #1 was functioning as a volunteer and is not 16 years of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Child #1 has been removed from volunteer status.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Core safety Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 5/29/25 staff person #2 did not have a child abuse clearance on file. On 7/8/25 staff person #2 was observed working in the preschool classroom and did not have a Child Abuse Clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #9 did not have an NSOR or Mandated Reporters training. Staff person #1 did not have a PA State Police clearance on file. Staff person #3 did not have a state police clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #8 did not have an FBI clearance, mandated reporters training or NSOR on file at the facility. Facility person #10 did not have a PA Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance FBI Clearance, Disclosure or NSOR on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff person #2: All required documents have been retrieved, procured, and placed in the employee's file. Facility Person #10 had an internship ending on 07/18/2025. Staff person #8 will not return to work until all CPSL clearances required are obtained and placed in the file.”
Core safety Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(a)(8)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 the file for staff person #1 and #9 did not include verification of current water safety training. Staff person #1 and #9 are counted in the staff-child swimming ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff members #1 and #9 have been sufficiently trained in water safety, and the recorded documents have been placed in their employee files.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 staff person #1 #3 #4 #5 #6 #8 #10 did not have verification of training in the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff persons #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, #8, #10 have all signed verification of the training conducted on Staff Development Day, June 11th. The document is in the staff's file.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 the lock on the cabinet under the sink was broken. Bleach and cleaning products were being stored in this area accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “All toxic cleaning products were removed from the room, and all bottom cabinets without locks will not store any items.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 7/8/25 ceiling tiles with water damage were observed in both stairwells of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “A Contractor was hired to install the ceiling tiles cited in the violation.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 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)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 staff person #9 and #8 did not have a current health assessment on file. Staff person #4 did not have TB testing dates on file at the facility. Facility person #10 did not have a health assessment with TB testing on file as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff Person #9 has a current health assessment in their file. Staff person #4 has a current TB test noted on the Health Statement.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 staff person #1 #9 #5 and #6 did not have fire safety training on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff members #1, #9, #5, and #6 have been sufficiently trained in fire safety, and the recorded documents have been placed in their employee files.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)
Ring the renewal inspection on July 8th. 2025. The agreement did not specify the amount of fee to be charged and did not. specify the date on which the fee was to be paid for child #9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Child #9's fee agreement has been updated to standards. Child # 9 copay is $0.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During the renewal on 7/8/25 the agreement for child #9 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Child #9's fee agreement has been updated to standards. Child #9's arrival and departure times have been updated.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on July 8th 2025 the emergency contact form for chld #9 did not. include the home and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Child #9's emergency contact sheet has been updated to include all standard information. The sheet consists of the home and work information of the parents.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on July 8th. 2025 the emergency contact form did not include the health coverage and policy number for child#9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Child #9's contact information sheet was updated to include policy # and insurance information.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection on July 8th 2025 the emergency contact information for child #1 #3 and #4 was not. present in the classroom where the children were receiving care. The emergency binder in the preschool classroom was missing and not present for the children in attendance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Emergency Contact Sheets for the toddlers and preschoolers have been updated and placed in the preschool room.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on July 8th 2025. the emergency contact form did not include Signed parental consent for emergency medical care or for the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff for child #5 and #6
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “The emergency contact sheet for child #5 and child #6 will be updated by the parent/guardian to include the medical information as set forth on the contact sheet.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection on July 8th 2025 the. emergency contact information did not include signed. parental consent for walking excursions and swimming for child. #5 and #6.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “The emergency contact sheet for child #5 and child #6 was updated by the parent/guardian to include the signed parental consent for transportation, walking, swimming, and wading.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the inspection on 7/8/25 individual #10 did not have a file with required volunteer documents at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff person #10 was a Junior Counselor in training. The purpose of the internship is to teach and coach the mentee in acquiring a learning all the requirements of the job. On 7/18/2025, the intership for #10 ended.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 staff person #7 did not have verification of education on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff Person #7 has verification of education on file at the facility.”
Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/25 person #8 #7 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file at the facility Facility person #10 did not have two written references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff person #8 and #7 have two nonfamily references in their employment file.”
Follow-up May 29, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 5/29/25 the operator could not locate a file for staff person #2. The operator could not locate the PA Criminal Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance or NSOR for staff person #2. Continued noncomplaince transferred to SIN-00269300
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 10, 2025): “Staff Person # 2: The File was returned to the childcare worker's employment file cabinet. Administrative Staff have been reminded to immediately return the files to the cabinet after working on them. Staff Person #2: All required clearances are located in the employment file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety May 29, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the inspection on 5/29/25 staff person #1 was observed working alone with 10 children. The children were mixed aged including older toddlers and preschool aged chidlren.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2025): “When a mixed group of children is in a room, the ratio drops to the youngest child's age. When there is a mixed group activity, all groups will have two staff members assigned.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 29, 2025 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Wholesome 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)
On 5/29/205 Children were observed being served mac and cheese for lunch. The box of mac and cheese had an expiration date of March 16th, 2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2025): “A designated staff person will be responsible for removing expired shelf-stable foods from OIC cabinets and pantries. NASD food service recipients, all children are now served on site.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the inspection on 1/28/25 ceiling tiles in room #12 had water damage. This noncompliance was transferred from SIN_00267091. During the inspection on 5/29/2025 ceiling tiles with water damage were observed in the lower level bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2025): “Ceiling tiles will be replaced if water. continues leaking the leak of the source will be repaired. Ceiling tiles will be replaced immediately in the future if damaged.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
During the inspection on 5/29/2025 soiled diapers were observed in a trashcan that did not have a lid in the infant classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2025): “The hands-free diaper can was placed in each diapering room. Staff were asked to follow the diapering rules. Staff will let the director know when Diaper Can supplies are running low.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the inspection on 5/29/2025 the operator could not locate the file for staff person #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2025): “Staff Person # 2: The File was returned to the childcare worker's employment file cabinet. Administrative Staff have been reminded to return the files to the cabinet after working on them.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 1/28/25 the file for staff person #2 did not have a current FBI clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Staff Person #2 will update the FBI clearance and place a copy in her file. Staff Person # 2 will not work alone.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
65º F minimum 55 Pa. Code §3270.70(a)
During the inspection on 1/28/25 the heater at the facility was not functioning properly in the lower level hallway and the following child care classrooms: Room #123 next to kitchen was 54F degrees. Room 112 and 114 (Toddler A and B) was 54 F degrees. Room 100 was 61 F Degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “The heating company will be called to repair the existing unit that is causing the problem. A new Building HVAC system will be installed to replace the current system. Children will not be in rooms that have a temperature lower than 65F degrees.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.71
During the inspection on 1/28/25 the radiator heat guards were damaged in the upper level classroom #12.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2025): “During the inspection, room #12 is not and has not been used by the daycare children since camp Aug. 2025. The heater covers have been repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the inspection on 1/28/25 ceiling tiles in room #12 had water damage. This noncompliance was transferred to SIN_00267091
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “During the inspection, room #12 was not used by the daycare children since camp Aug. 2025. The ceiling tiles have been repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the inspection on 1/28/25 the exit off of the bathroom area/storage area to the front lobby area was partially blocked with storage items.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2025): “All articles were removed from the lobby areas that partially block the egress that serves as an exit.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the inspection on 1/28/25 a review of the fire drill log revealed that a fire drill has not been logged since 6/13/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “The Center's Fire Drill log will be placed in the director's office and updated on the fire drill day by the director or designated staff conducting the fire drill.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the inspection on 1/28/25 staff person #1 did not have verification of training in the Emergency Plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Staff Person #1 reviewed the fire safety /Emergency Plan procedures, and a signed document was placed in her file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the inspection on 1/28/24 staff person #1 was observed working alone with children and does not have verification of Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR and the Health and Safety Training on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “StaffPerson#1 will be trained and have verification of pediatric CPR/First Aide and Health and Safety Training on file at the facility. New hires without Health and Safety and Pediatric CPR/first aid, will not work alone in the classroom”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the inspection on 1/28/25 staff person #1 did not have verification of fire safety training for the past year on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Staff Person # 1 will complete the DHS Fire Safety Training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 6/15/24 the file for staff person #1 did not have a child abuse clearance. The file for staff person #6 did not have PA State police clearance on file at the faciliy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff person #1 file contains a child abuse clearance in the employment file. Staff person # 6 employment file contains the PA State Police clearance.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Screened/Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(b)/3270.72(d)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the window in the in the young toddler classroom was opened beyond 6 inches and did not have a screen.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “The window in the young toddler classroom was repaired so it does not open beyond six inches (Completed 7/15/24). The window will not be opened until the screen is put in place.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the following areas were observed: 1. Missing ceiling tiles and ceiling tiles with water damage were observed in the lower-level bathroom next to the camp room. 2.The carpet leading into the young toddler room has a large amount of traffic dirt.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 2, 2024): “The missing ceiling tiles and water damage tiles have been replaced. A cleaning service will clean all of the carpets in the facility including the area in from of the young toddler room.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the following areas were observed: 1. Cubbie units with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed in the lower-level classroom hallway. 2. Cubbie units with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed in the young toddler room 3. The child size sink in the young toddler classroom was not working.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “All furniture in the childcare facility that presents a tipping hazard will be securely fastened to the wall. All toys and play equipment will be kept in good working order free from hazards and be cleaned regularly. The sink will be repaired and in working order.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the file for child #1 did not have a current health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Child # 1 has been excluded from the childcare facility until an updated health report has been obtained and placed in the child's file.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 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)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the file for staff person #2 did not have TB testing dates and results within a year from hire date. The file for staff persons #3 and #5 did not have a current health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff person #2 has placed the updated TB test in the employment file. Staff Persons #3 and #5 have a health report placed in their employment file.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the health assessment for staff person #4 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff person #4 health report was updated to include the suitability to provide care.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the agreement for child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “The child #2 file agreement has been updated and contains the name of the person whom the child can be released along with the address and phone number.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the agreement for child #4 did not specify the date of child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Child #4 agreement form was updated to specify the date of the child's first admission to the facility.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the emergency contact form for child #2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “The child #2 emergency contact form has been updated with the child's health insurance coverage and the policy number.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 6/15/24 the emergency contact form for child # 4 and #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the person to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2024): “Child #4 & #5's emergency contact forms have been updated to include the address of the designated person to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 6/25/24 the file for staff person #3 did not contain verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2024): “Staff Person #3 has placed a copy of the high school diploma and college transcript in the employment file.”
Core safety Jun 5, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 6/5/24 staff person #3 did not have a completed PA State Police Clearance on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Staff Person #3 will not work in the childcare position as a floater until all of the required clearances and CPR have been acquired by Staff Person #3.”
Follow-up Jun 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the inspection on 6/5/24 staff #1 and #3 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on file at the facility. This is continued noncompliance transferred from SIN-00243293.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Continued Non-Compliance from SIN-00243293: On 4/19/24 an unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person #1 and #2 did not have verification of Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR training on file from an approved curriculum and PQUAS trainer. The facility's acceptable plan of…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jun 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the inspection on 6/5/24 the file for staff person #1 had 8 hours of annual childcare training and staff person #2 had 6 hours of annual childcare training. This continued non compliance was transferred from SIN-00243293.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Staff persons #1 and #2 have placed the required hours of childcare training in the employment file.”
Follow-up Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 4/19/2024 the staff person #1 did not have a signed disclosure statement and NSOR Clearance. (Staff person #1 is past 45 days from hire). Staff person #4 did not have a PA State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance, or and NSOR Clearance. (Staff person #4 is past 45 days from hire). Staff person #5 does not have a signed disclosure statement on file. Staff person #9 does not have a PA State police clearance on file at the facility. (Staff person #9 is past 45 days from hire). (This is continued noncompliance from SIN-00237937) Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00246146
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff person #1 has a signed disclosure statement in the employment file,NSOR request on Feb 15, 2024 is in the file. The clearance was mailed 4/24/24 the document is now in file. Staff person #4 has the PA State Police Clearance and FBI Clearance. Staff Person #9 does employment fie contains the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 staff person #5 was observed working alone for approximately 15 minutes with 9 preschool children 3 young toddlers and 4 older toddlers. (Continued noncompliance transferred FromSIN-00237937) The operator has not submitted documentation to the Southeast Regional Office on a weekly basis for a period of two months after DHS approves the documentation format.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Childcare Director will submit documentation to the SE Regional office after DHS approves the documentation format of weekly rations compliance numbers May 1 -5 DPW documentation is attached to this document for approval. Staff person #5 will be trained in supervision on May 16, 2024. along with…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the inspection on 4/19/23 staff person #1 #6 #9 and #11did not have training in the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff person #1 #6 #9 and #11 have been trained on the Emergency plan. Signed documentation has been placed in the employees' file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles/Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)/3270.135(a)(3)
On 4/19/25 an un lidded trashcan with dirty diapers was observed at the changing table in the infant/toddler classroom. During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 a trashcan without a lid was observed in the older toddler classroom. (Continued noncompliance transferred FromSIN-00237937)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Purchased hand free trash cans are in the infant and toddler rooms. Soiled diapers will be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic lined hands free can.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and inspection on 2/1/24 and 4/19/24 the operator did not have verification that the emergency plan had been sent to local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. (This is continued noncompliance transferred from SIN-00237937)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “The childcare director will send a copy of the Emergency plan to local Municipality and the Emergency management agency yearly. Documation of submission will be kept in the Emergency plan file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the inspection on 4/19/24 staff person #6 and #11 did not have verification of taking fire safety training for over a one-year period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff persons #6 and #11 along with the additional staff needing Fire Safety Training will take DHS online Fire Safety Training at the time of hire and renew the training yearly.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the inspection on 4/19/24 staff person #6 did not have verification of Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR. Staff person #3 and #9 do not have Pediatric CPR Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00246146
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff person #6 will obtain pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR by a PQUAS trainer and an approved curriculum. Staff person #6 will be supervised by and AGS or GS who has completed all of the health and safety topics including pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR by a PQUAS trainer and an…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During the inspection on 4/19/24 Staff persons #4 #7 #8 and #9 were identified as assistant group supervisors. Staff #4 #7 #8 and #9 did not have verification of high school diploma and or verification of 2 years' experience working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff person #4 #8 and #9 have high school diplomas in the employment file. Staff person #7 is no longer employed since March 22nd, 2024.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the inspection on 4/19/24 the file for staff persons #1 #2 #5 and #9 did not include verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff persons #1 #2 #5 and #9 employment files contain verification of education.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
During the inspection on 4/19/23 the file for staff person 6 did not include initial TB testing dates and results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff person #6 employment file contains verification and results of the last TB skin test taken within the last two years.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 4/19/2024 the file for staff persons #1 # 7 and #10 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “All staff will obtain 2 letters of recommendation from nonfamily references for staff persons #1 #7 and #10”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the inspection on 4/19/2024 the file for staff person #3 #6 and # 11 did not include 12 hours of annual childcare training. Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00246146
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “Staff person #3 #6 and #11 will have the yearly required 12 hours of childcare trainings.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Apr 11, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 4/10/24 Child #1 walking himself from the Toddler Classroom to the Prek Classroom unattended. Child #2 running in the hallway then going into an unoccupied classroom by himself.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “ELRC has supplied subsequent trainings to all staff. No child will go unsupervised at the facility.”
Citation Apr 11, 2024 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
On 4/9/2024 child # 1 had a small toy in his mouth that needed to be removed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “All toys and objects with a diameter of 1 inch will be fully removed from the classroom to ensure children's safety.”
Core safety Mar 26, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 3/25/2024 Individual #2 observed child #1 unattended in a classroom. Child #1 was found unattended in a room that was not in use. Individual #2 took child #1 to staff person #1, who was down the hallway allowing a parent that had a stroller into the center. Individual #2 informed staff person #1 that the child was found in the classroom all by themself and Staff #1 said, " Yes I was going to be in there in a minute".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2024): “Staff person#1 will always practice the four properties of supervision when caring for children in or out of the childcare center. Staff when caring for children should be able to see, hear, access, and react when supervising children.”
Follow-up Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the file for staff person #6 did not have a PA State Police Clearance, A PA Child abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance or Mandated Child abuse reporter's training. The file for staff person #4 Did not have a PA state Police Clearance or an NSOR clearance. The file for staff person #3 did not have an FBI Clearance and NSOR clearance or Mandated Reporter's training. (Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00243293)
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “All employees will have required clearances. Specifically, staff #6 before entering the childcare classroom. Childcare staff files should be kept in one location with all the necessary clearances and required documents to be working in a childcare facility. Staff Persons # 6 #4 and #3-may not work…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 staff person #5 was observed working alone for approximately 15 minutes with 9 preschool children 3 young toddlers and 4 older toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “Staff will be assigned to an age group; they will be made aware that mixed-age levels assume the the child ratio of the youngest child. Scheduling a teacher and an assistant teacher to the toddler room will alleviate the out-of-compliance child ratio. Staff:child ratios must be maintained at all…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 staff person #5 was observed working alone for approximately 15 minutes with 9 preschool children 3 young toddlers and 4 older toddlers. (Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00243293)
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “Staff will be assigned to an age group, they will be made aware that mixed-age levels assume the the child ratio of the youngest child. Scheduling a teacher and an assistant teacher to the toddler room will alleviate the out-of-compliance child ratio.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection electrical outlets in areas accessible to the children (on the baseboard areas and wall areas in reach of children) in the young toddler room, older toddler room and infant room while children were in care in those spaces. The electrical outlet platelet in the preschool classroom is damaged and exposed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “Provider will purchase and place protective receptacle covers on all outlets on the baseboards and accessible wall areas not currently in use in the childcare center immediately. The damaged wall plate in the preschool classroom will be replaced.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 cleaning spray was observed on a table accessible to children in the preschool classroom and on a table in the main hallway of the childcare center. A 5-gallon bucket with maintenance supplies including a bottle of Sevin insect killer was located near an exit in the lower-level childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “All staff will be instructed to keep all cleaning supplies in the higher cabinets above the countertops. Staff will be reminded to put away cleaning supplies after use. All industrial cleaning supplies will be kept in a locked closet. The cleaning crew will be reminded to put away all cleaning…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 cleaning spray was observed next to milk on a table in the older toddler room and cleaning materials were observed on a shelf in the kitchen next to ketchup.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “All staff have been trained in Kitchen safety. The cleaning supplies are kept in cabinets above the counter and should immediately be placed back in the cabinet after use. Safety signs will be posted to remind staff of the rules.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
65º F minimum 55 Pa. Code §3270.70(a)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 the thermostat in the older toddler room read 63 degrees F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “The repairman has installed new batteries in the thermostat and now the room maintains a warm 70 degrees.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the carpets in the hallway of the lower-level childcare space had areas of stains and heavy traffic dirt. A missing ceiling tile was observed in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “The rugs will be cleaned, and spots removed. The missing ceiling tile will be replaced. All Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/23 peeling paint was observed in the preschool classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “Chipped and peeling paint will be sanded and painted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 a trashcan without a lid was observed in the older toddler classroom. (Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00243293)
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “All waste cans must have the lids on at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/2024 storage boxes and Maintenace items were observed on the stairway and near the exit doors on the lower level of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “All stairways, hallways, and exits will be free of any items causing obstruction. These areas will be cleared and kept clear.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 a portable space heater was observed (in use) on the floor in an area accessible to children in the older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “The heater was removed and the staff was informed that space heaters are not allowed in the daycare facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 toys with a diameter of less than one inch was observed in the infant classroom and the young toddler room where young toddlers were receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “All toys less than one inch will be removed from toddler and infant rooms. All toys less than one inch will be permitted in the Pre-K and above rooms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 3 shelf units with a narrow base and tipping hazard were observed in the young toddler classroom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “Provider will affix shelves to the walls to minimize potential dangers associated with tipping. One shelving unit was removed immediately after inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 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)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 staff persons # 3 #4 #5 and #6 did not have a current health assessment on file as required.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Mar 1, 2024): “OIC Xtreme Learning Center will require a TB test and Health Assessment to work in the childcare facility. Staff person #3 #4 #5 and # 6 will have the health assessment and TB test in their employment file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 a half gallon of milk was observed on a table in the young toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2024): “All milk and food Items will be removed from the classrooms to the kitchen and placed in the refrigerator as soon as the meal has been served.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(6)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 child #1 was observed sleeping with a bottle.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 26, 2024): “All bottles should be removed from the crib or cot as soon as the child falls asleep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 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)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the operator did not have a fire alarm inspection report on file. The facility is unable to sound alarms due to other programs operating in the building.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2024): “OIC will provide the fire alarm inspection, it was done on January 31, 2024. The alarm system is digitally conducted by the Alarm Company each month. OIC can sound the alarms during the monthly fire drill. The fire department and the alarm company must be notified before sounding the alarm. Fire…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the operator did not have verification that the emergency plan had been sent to local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. (Continued noncompliance transferred to SIN-00243293)
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 11, 2024): “The Emergency Plan and subsequent plan updates will be sent to the local municipality and the County Emergency Management Agency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the operator did not have a policy surrounding signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “A Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy has been written and will be posted in a conspicuous location. The policy will be reviewed with Staff and posted in ProCare for parents/caregivers to ensure visibility and understanding. (It also will be texted and emailed via ProCare…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/24 the agreement for child #1 #4 and #5 was not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “Provider shall sign the agreements for child #1, #4, and #5.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/24 the agreement for child #1 did not include the fee to be charged per day or week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “Provider shall insert the fee to be charged for child #1 in the childcare agreement. Provider shall review childcare agreements to ensure that all agreements include the fee amount and frequency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/24 the agreement for child#1 #4 and #5 did not include services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “Provider shall revise the agreements for Child #1, #4, and #5 to include services to be provided. Provider shall review the files of all enrollees to ensure that information regarding provided services is included in each file request that the parent/caregiver of Child #5 provide complete…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 1/14/24 and 2/1/23 the agreement for child # #3 #4 and #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 26, 2024): “Provider shall review the agreements for child # 3, #4, and #5. Provider shall request that parents/caregivers provide designees to whom their children may be released.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/2024 the emergency contact form for Child #2 and #4 did not include name and/or address and/or telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Mar 1, 2024): “Provider shall ensure that parents/caregivers for Child #2 & #4 provide complete and accurate information regarding their child's physician/medical provider including name and/or telphone number..”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/2024 the emergency contact form for Child #2 #4 and #5 did not include work addresses and/or work phone number
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Mar 1, 2024): “All files will be reviewed, and parents will be notified of the necessary information that is needed to bring the file up to code compliance. Phone numbers and address will be listed if applicable.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/2024 the emergency contact form for 2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number or medical assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (submitted, Feb 26, 2024): “All children's files will be reviewed, parents will be notified by mail and Procare with the necessary forms and the lack of information needed to bring their child's file into compliance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection on 2/1/2024 the emergency contact form for Child #5 did not include the address of the person to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Mar 1, 2024): “Provider shall request that the parent/caregiver of Child #5 provide complete information for all emergency contacts. and request that it be completed”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Dated signature affixed 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)/3270.181(d)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the emergency contact information and financial agreement forms have not been updated for over a six-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 26, 2024): “All files will be reviewed and contact information dated 6 months ago will be updated and signed by the parent that information is correct.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the files for child #2 and #3 did not have a current health assessment on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 26, 2024): “For any file without a current health assessment, we will have the parent update the assessment by sending the form to the health facility or by taking their child to the doctor. The current health assessment needs to be placed in the child's file within 30 days or exclusion from care until such…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the emergency contact form did not include parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures for child ##2 #3 #4 and #5.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 26, 2024): “Files not containing the Emergency Medical Care form will be sent home and the parent will be notified by pro-care message that the form needs to be returned to avoid exclusion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 1/24/24 and 2/1/24 the file for staff persons #6 #3 #4 and #7 did not include verification of education and experience as required.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Feb 26, 2024): “A Childcare Staff will have proof of education or acceptable documents proving education and experience; in the employment file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 5, 2024 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced inspection 01/05/2024, young toddlers classroom was out of ratio; staff person #1 was present with 6 children ranging in age from 10 months to 3 years old. Additionally on 01/09/2024, 14 children, ranging from age 11months to 5 years were observed with 3 staff persons. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 1, 2024): “Children will be grouped according to their age level for all activities in their assigned classroom. There will be a teacher assigned to each group. No group will exceed the teacher/student age ratio.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 30, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During unannounced inspection 11/30/2023, files of staff persons #1 and #2 did not contain completed NSOR clearance; staff persons #1 and #2 have been employed beyond the 45 day Provisional Hire period. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2024): “Staff persons #1 and #2 have sent re-sent a copy of the Nsor request with a wet signature. Staff #1 and #2 clearance requests have been confirmed and Staff#1 clearance is in the file. Still awaiting Staff #2 copy of the clearance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 30, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced inspection 11/30/2023, classroom on left side next to kitchen contained 15 children ranging in age from 1 to 5 years old with staff persons #1 and #3. Correct ratio based on children present should have been 1 to 5. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “All staff will be given the ratio explanation again and sign that they are aware of ratio requirements.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 2, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During complaint investigation on 11/02/2023, classroom contained 18 children ranging in age from 2 months to 5 years old with 3 staff persons. Corrected staff child ratio should have been 1:4 based on ages of children present in room at the time.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 30, 2023): “All staff will review ratio requirements when in large groups.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 2, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During complaint investigation 11/02/2023, classroom contained 18 children, ranging from age from 2 months to 5 years old, and 3 staff persons; staff stated there were 17 children present, but there were 18 in room; staff person #1 identified 7 children in their primary care group; staff person #2 identified 3 children in their primary care group and staff #3 identified 6 children in their primary care group leaving two children unaccounted for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2023): “All staff will be assigned a specific group in compliance with ratio requirements. All staff members will have on hands a written attendance sheet where children can be added or deleted and marked present or absent. Thereby making sure that the staff member is aware of their group on daily basis.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 2, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced inspection 11/02/2023, file of staff person #1 did not contain verification that Health and Safety training, Getting Started with Center Based Care- REVISED, had not been completed within 90 days of hire. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2023): “Staff person #1 has completed getting started with center based care-REVISED and a certificate is in the file. Health and Safety training is in the file.”
Core safety Oct 2, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During unannounced inspection 10/02/2023, file of staff person #7 did not contain completed DHS FBI and NSOR clearances. Staff person #7 is beyond 45 day provisional hire period. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 30, 2023): “Staff person #7 has placed her NSOR request in her employment file. The Federal Clearance was requested again because #7 has moved and has a new address. Staff person # 7 will not return to work until she has received the FBI clearance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 2, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During unannounced inspection 10/02/2023. file of staff person #3 and #4 did not have verification of annual Fire Safety training on file. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2023): “Staff person #3 and Staff person #4 employment files contained Fire Safety Training Certificates.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 2, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced inspection 10/02/2023, staff person #5 did not have verification that Health and Safety training, Getting Started with Center Based Care, was completed within 90 days of hire; staff person #6 did not have verification that one (1) hour PA Health and Safety update training had been completed by December 2023. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 2, 2023): “Staff person #5 was instructed to complete the Health and Safety Training within 90 days of hire. The staff person no longer works at the Child Care Center.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 2, 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)
During unannounced inspection 10/02/2023, file of staff person #7 did not contain verification of education or two years of verified child care experience to qualify staff person for position performing(Assistant Group Supervisor). THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2023): “Staff person #7 will not return to work until Education verification is received.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 2, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During unannounced inspection 10/02/2023, file of staff person #6 did not contain two written non family references attesting to staff persons suitability. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2023): “Staff person #6 has placed her two non-family reference letters in her employment file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 2, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During unannounced inspection 10/02/2023, file of staff person #1 did not have verification that Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR had been completed within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2023): “Staff #1 was scheduled to take the pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation Training... Staff person #1 no longer is employed at the center.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During unannounced inspection on 08/31/2023, file of staff person #1 did contain verification of request for nor completed PA State Police Clearance nor out of state clearances as ID on file shows residence other than PA within the last 5 years; file of staff person #2 did not contain verification of completed DHS FBI clearance; file of staff person #4 did not contain request for nor completed PA State Police clearance; file of staff person #9 did not contain signed and dated disclosure statement; file of staff person #11 did not contain completed PA State Police Clearance nor request for or completed PA Child Abuse clearance; file of staff person #12 did not contain required attachments to DHS FBI Clearance, nor completed PA Child Abuse clearance or completed mandated reporter training. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #1 file does not contain her out-of-state clearances and is not actively employed until such clearances are obtained. Staff #2 file contains verification of completed DHS FBI clearances. Staff #4 is no longer employed at the childcare facility. Staff #9 and #11 do contain requests for PA…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, files of staff persons #11 and #12 did not contain verification of annual emergency plan training. THIS IS CONTINTUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #11 and #12 contain verification of annual emergency plan training in their personnel file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 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)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, there was no health assessment on file for staff person #9 and #12 with subsequent TB test results showing staff person was free from communicable disease and suitable to work with children. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “Staff #9 employment file does contain a recent health assessment and TB test results. Staff #12 is not actively employed at a childcare facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, health assessment on file for staff person #4 was not signed by physician and did not answer questions #2 and #3 stating if staff person was free from communicable disease and suitable to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #4 is not actively employed at the facility. Staff #2 and #3 health assessment has been updated to include a negative TB Test.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, files of staff persons #1 and #4 did not contain verification that Pediatric First Aid and CPR from a PQAS certified trainer using an approved curriculum had not been received.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #1 and #4 are no longer employed at our facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, files of staff persons #6 and #8 did not contain verification of annual fire safety training. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #6 and #8 file will contain verification of annual fire safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, file of staff person #3 and #7 did not contain completed 10 hour health and safety training within 90 days of hire; file of staff person # 2, #11 and #12 did not contain verification of 1 hour health and safety update had been completed by 12/30/2022. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Files of staff #3 and #7 files contain certificates of completed 10-hour health and safety training. Staff #12 is not actively employed at this time. Staff #2 and #11 do contain the one-hour safety update.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 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)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, the following staff persons files did not contain verification of education and 2 years of verified child care experience to qualify them for the position performing (Assistant Group Supervisor): staff person #1. staff person #2, staff person #4, staff person #9, staff person #10. File of staff person #12 did not contain verification of education. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #1, #4, and #12 are no longer actively employed. Staff #2, and #10 employment files contain verification of high school diploma. Staff #9 contains a high school diploma and beyond. Staff #2, #9, and #10 employment files contain verification of childcare experience.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 31, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During unannounced inspection 08/31/2023, files of staff persons #1, #3, #5 contained one (1) non family reference; files of staff persons #2, #9 did not contain two (2) non family references attesting to staff persons suitability as a facility person. THIS IS CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 2, 2023): “Staff #3, #5, #2 and #9 employment files have been updated to include 2 non-family reference letters attesting to the staff person's suitability to work as a childcare worker. Staff #1 is not actively employed at this time.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 29, 2023 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)
During complaint investigation, incident report for child #1 was not completed and given to parent at time of incident or after for parent review and signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “Completed incident report will be shared with the parent. A copy will be placed in the child's file and the copy will be placed in the incident folder.”
Core safety Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, file of staff person #1, #10 and #11 did not contain requests for nor completed PA State Police Criminal History clearance nor signed, witnessed and dated disclosure statement; file of staff person #2 and #5 did not contain signed, witnessed and dated disclosure statement; file of staff person # 7 and #8 did not contain requests for nor completed DHS FBI clearance; file of staff person #9, did not contain request for nor completed PA Stat Police Criminal History clearance. This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff #1 number 10 #9 and #11 have in their files state police criminal history clearances and a signed and witness disclosure statement. staff number 7 and staff #8 have in their employment file the DHS FBI clearances.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, files of staff persons #2 and #5 did not contain verification of emergency plan training received at time of initial hire and/or annually thereafter. This is continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff persons #2 and #5 employment file Has been updated to include the emergency plan training,”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023 the following was observed: door knob leading to storage area in the bathroom located in young toddlers room was not secured to door; plastic bags were in space between wall and radiator in bathroom in 5-6 year old camp room; pink sink in main child care space in 5-6 year old camp room was leaking with a full bucket of water beneath it; overgrown bushes and shrubs were observed surrounding the playground Including weeds growing through the gates and onto the playground; trash and debris was observed overflowing from a trash can and on the ground in the fenced area containing air conditioning units adjacent to the playground; fenced in lot next to playground that looked to previously been a garden was overgrown with weeds. This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Maintenance work listed in violation 8 has begun the sink in the 5-6 daycare room has been repaired, and debris and weeds in the childcare playgrounds have been removed. Door handles and cabinet doors have been repaired the garden is scheduled to be cleaned on August 17th.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 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)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, files of staff person #2, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #11 did not contain a health assessment and TB test with subsequent results showing staff persons were free from communicable disease and able to work with children. This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Childcare staff persons #2 #5 #6 #7 #8 and #11 have been asked to update and place health assessments along with TB tests in their employment file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, written statement giving formula and feeding schedules had not been obtained from the parents of children present in the infant room. This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “A formula and feeding schedule form will be given to the parents of infants.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, files of staff persons #3 and #7 did not contain verification that Pennsylvania Heath and Safety update had been completed by 12/30/2023. This is continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Verification of the Pennsylvania Health and safety update 2022 will be included in any new hire file within 30 days of hire.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023. files for staff persons #2, #3, and #4 did not contain verification that fire safety training had been received within the last year. This is continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The emergency plan will be given to new hires and reviewed thoroughly before the new hire enters the classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Water safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, files of staff persons #5, #6, #7 and #8 did not contain verification that water safety training had been completed. Facility indicated that swimming activities had commenced even though this documentation is still not on file. This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Water safety and Pediatrics CPR training were held on July 10th for all camp counselors¿ certifications are in the files of staff #5,6,7,8 and all camp counselors.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, file of staff person #2 did not contain verification that required Health and Safety training, including the one (1) hour update, had not been completed within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff #2 childcare worker will complete Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 before returning to work on August 28th, 2023”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 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)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, file of staff person #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #8, #10 and #11 did not contain verification of education and 2 years (2500) clock hours of previous child care experience to qualify staff for positions performing(Assistant Group Supervisor). This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Childcare worker #1 #2 #5 #6 #7 #8 #10 and #11 will provide a copy of their educational degree and copies of reference letters referring to their childcare experience.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)/3270.124(b)(3)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, emergency contact forms in infant room and young toddler rooms did not contain children's date of birth, parent home and work addresses and telephone numbers for parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Emergency contact forms in childcare rooms will contain the child's date of birth parents' home and work address and telephone numbers.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, emergency contact forms in infant room and young toddler room did not contain name of children's physicians or source of medical care and health insurance coverage information including policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “All children in the daycare or summer camp rooms will have emergency contact forms along with The child's physician's information or source of medical care and health insurance coverage information including policy numbers.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, emergency contact forms present in the infant room and young toddler room did not contain release persons names, address and phone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “A child's medical form including the child's physician or source of medical care and health insurance coverage information will be placed in the child's childcare room before the child can enter the classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, there were 4 emergency contact forms present in the 5-6 year old camp room, however 6 children were present in care and staff stated that 9 children were enrolled in the classroom; emergency contact forms present in the 4-5 year old room did not correspond with the children present in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “All childcare rooms will have on file an emergency contact form and a medical form for each child assigned to the room before the child is admitted”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Dated signature affixed 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(d)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, emergency contact forms present in the infant room and young toddler room did not contain parental signatures to attest to information provided on form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Parents will attest to the current emergency form by signature and an updated/new form will be signed by the parent before the new school year begins.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, emergency contact forms present in the infant and young toddler rooms did not contain parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid as required at time of enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Emergency medical form with be attached to the medical information form and a copy will be in the child's file and room's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, facility person #12, designated as lifeguard for the facility, did not have a complete file at the facility. Only document on file for facility person #12 was a lifeguard certification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff # 12 will furnish all his DHS clearances to be placed in his file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, file of staff person #10 and #11 did not contain a copy of current, valid ID to verify date of birth and address of staff persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff member #10 and #11 file does contain ID verifying birth and current address.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jul 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During unannounced inspection 07/25/2023, files of staff person #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #11 did not contain two non family written references attesting to staff persons suitability to work with children. This is continued non compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Staff persons #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #11 have been asked to furnish two non-family written references attesting to their suitability to work with children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, the following was observed: file of staff persons #2 did not contain requests for nor verification of completed PA Child Abuse clearance; disclosure statement on file for staff person #2 did not contain a witness signature nor was it dated; file of staff person #5 did not contain request for nor completed PA State Police Criminal History clearance, nor signed and dated disclosure statement; file for staff person #7 did not contain request for nor competed DHS FBI clearance, NSOR clearance and signed and dated disclosure statement; PDE FBI clearance was on file for staff person #7 and this document is not acceptable FBI Clearance; files of staff persons #8 and #9 did not contain completed PA State Police clearances, documents on file indicated "Request Pending"; files for staff persons #8 and #9 also did not contain requests for nor completed DHS FBI clearances, signed and/or dated disclosure statements; file for staff person #10 did not contain requests for nor completed PA Child Abuse, PA State Police Criminal History Clearance, DHS FBI clearance, NSOR clearance, signed and dated disclosure statement; staff persons #8, #9, #10 were…
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff #2 has all the clearances in file. Staff #8 has the FBI, PA state police clearance, DHS FBI, and signed and dated disclosure statements, staff #8 has the complete file. Staff #9, in her file is the request for NSOR and proof of FBI, signed disclosure and witness statement. Staff #7 contains…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff person - 18 yrs./Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(b)/3270.113(a)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, while individual #1, a junior camp counselor of approximately 16 years old, while assisting in the infant room prior to camp beginning, individual #1 was observed playing with infant on the floor holding the child up off the floor and then "plopping" the child on their bottom on the floor where the child then fell forward hitting their head.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “All staff assignments were rearranged to reflect all staff under the age of 18 are to be supervised by an adult staff member. Staff was informed that no staff under the age of 18 can be left alone with children in or out of the childcare facility.”
Core safety Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, young toddler classroom, 2nd room on the right, had one staff person with 7 children ranging in age from 1-3 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2023): “There will be two staff assigned to each childcare room. Ratio standards are posted and staff will notify the director immediately if the threat of being out of ratio occurs. All staff will be trained and supervised as per the courses listed on better kids care. For example, Infants and Toddler…”
Core safety Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Lifeguard/Lifeguard training/supervision 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iii)/3270.115(a)(6)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, it was disclosed that summer camp participants go swimming however, no staff person employed at the facility had verification of lifeguard training as required.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “One staff person will complete his life guard certification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, an infant was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat which is not approved rest equipment according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Day care staff (infant room) have been trained in the proper sleeping equipment. A child falling asleep in a swing should be removed and placed in proper sleeping position in approved sleeping equipment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During complaint investigation 0628/2023, files of staff persons #5, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not contain verification of emergency plan at time of initial hire; files of staff persons #4, #6 did not contain emergency plan training completed within the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “The files of staff persons #5, #7, #8, #9, and #10 contain verification of emergency plan training and date; files of staff persons #4, #6 contain emergency plan training completed within the last year.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, the following was observed: door knob leading to storage area in bathroom located in young toddlers classroom was not secured to the door; changing mat on floor in bathroom was soiled and needed to be cleaned; toilet paper and other trash in 5-6 yr old camp room between wall and radiator; pink sink in main child care space of the 5-6 yr old camp room was inoperable; overgrown bushes and shrubs surrounding the playground including weeds growing through the gates onto the playground; trash and debris in fenced area containing air conditioning units adjacent to the playground; fenced in lot next to playground that looked to previously been a garden was overgrown with weeds.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “The following will be addressed and rectified: door knob leading to storage area in bathroom located in young toddlers classroom was not secured to the door; changing mat on the floor in bathroom was soiled and needed to be cleaned; toilet paper and other trash in 5-6 yr old camp room between wall…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation 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)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, files of staff persons #4 did not contain an updated health assessment; health assessment on file was dated 12/11/2019; files of staff persons #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not contain completed health assessments nor TB tests with subsequent results stating staff persons are free from communicable disease and suitable to work with children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff persons #4, #7,#8,#9, and #10 will provide health assessment and TB tests to be placed in their file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, written statement giving formula and feeding schedules for infants enrolled in classroom had not been obtained from parents at time of enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “Parents will be given a form asking for the formula and feeding schedule of their child. Forms will be posted in the infant room.”
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate/Facilitate child development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)/3270.101(b)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, first room on the right next to the kitchen, currently identified as the 5-6 year old camp room, did not contain a variety of and a sufficient amount play equipment to keep children engaged and facilitate age appropriate development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “All staff will be trained in appropriate child care classroom setup. Play equipment and materials appropriate to the development needs will be purchased and set up in classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Wholesome/Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(a)/3270.161(d)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, food and milk for lunch and breakfast the following day that arrived at approximately 8:45am remained on the floor, and on the counters of the kitchen area at 11am. Additional milk cartons were also observed covered in ice in a sink in kitchen to keep cold.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Food delivered will be stored in the appropriate area until being unpack and placed in refrigerator.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Sufficient number of refrigerators 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(g)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, refrigerator located in kitchen was inoperable, rusted and dirty. A freezer also located in the kitchen was filled to the top, leaving nowhere to store food and milk that had been dropped off for lunch and breakfast the following day. These items was observed on the floor, and counters of the kitchen. Additional milk cartons were also observed covered in ice in a sink in the kitchen. It was acknowledged that the items were dropped off at approximately 8:45am and remained unrefrigerated until served to the children for lunch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “The appropriate number of operating refrigerators (2) will be placed in kitchen.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, file of staff person #4 did not contain verification that the required Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 through Better Kid Care had not been completed by 12/30/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff person #4 will present verification of the required Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 through Better Kid Care Certification will be placed in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, file of staff person #6 did not contain verification that fire safety training had been completed within the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff person #6 will present his fire and safety training completed within the last year.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, files of staff persons #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not contain verification of education and 2 years of verified previous child care experience to qualify staff persons for positions performing (ASSITANT GROUP SUPERVISORS).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff persons #7, #8, #9, and #10 will produce verification of education and 2 years of verified previous child care experience to qualify staff persons for positions performing (ASSITANT GROUP SUPERVISORS.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, files for staff persons #1 and #3 could not be located in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff persons #1 and #3 files were found in the staff file cabinet lying flat underneath the file folders.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During complaint investigation 06/28/2023, files of staff persons #5, #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not contain two written, non family references attesting to staff persons suitability to work with children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Staff members #5,#&,#8,#9, and #10 are required to submit two written, nonfamily references attesting to staff persons' suitability to work with children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Water safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, no staff person employed at the facility had verification of completion of water safety training on file even though facility indicated that summer camp participants go swimming.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “All camp staff has completed the American Red Cross water safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, written plan of daily activities showing a full day schedule was not posted in the first room on the right next to the kitchen, currently identified as the 5-6 year old camp room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “A written plan of daily activities and routines is posted in each group space.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 28, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During unannounced inspection 06/28/2023, emergency contact forms within classrooms were not for children receiving care in the child care space and had not been reviewed and/or updated within required 6 month time period.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 25, 2023): “Emergency contact information will be reviewed with parent and placed in the childcare space for children receiving care in the space.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During complaint investigation on 05/31/2023, file of staff person #1 and #3 did not contain requests for nor completed PA Child Abuse clearance, PA State Criminal History clearance, DHS FBI clearance and NSOR clearance; file for staff person #4 did not contain request for nor completed NSOR clearance; file of staff person #1, and #4 did not contain a signed, dated and witnessed disclosure statement; disclosure statement on file for staff person #2 was not dated; disclosure statement on file for staff person #3 was not dated or witnessed.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “All staff ere asked to obtain clearances. Once provided, they were placed in the file”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 31, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced inspection 05/31/2023. staff person #1 was observed with 7 children, ranging in age from 1 to 3 years old; staff person #2 was in an adjacent room with a child that was laying on a cot. Correct staff to child ratio should have been 1 staff to 5 children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “All classrooms will be in compliance with ratios at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 31, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During unannounced inspection 05/31/2023, staff persons #3 and #4 stated they did not have responsibility for specific children in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “If a staff person is in the room with the children, the staff person has the responsibility for each child's safety.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 31, 2023 Inspection Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During unannounced inspection 05/31/2023, a child was observed sleeping in a car seat with a blanket covering the seat and another child was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Childcare staff will be trained in the proper position/beds for infants naps.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During complaint investigation on 05/31/0223, files for staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not contain verification that emergency plan training had been received at time of hire or annually thereafter.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Trained staff individually on emergency plan, had staff sign off. Placed sign off sheet in in staff person's files”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation 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)
During complaint investigation on 05/31/2023, files of staff persons #1, #3 and #4 did not contain completed staff health assessment form and TB test and subsequent results to confirm staff persons are free from communicable disease and are able to work with children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Required staff to provide health assessment and TB results”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.82(g)
During unannounced inspection 05/31/2023, the following was observed: toilet handle was broken in the bathroom located in the before and after school room; door knob on door in bathroom leading to storage area in room adjacent to Room #2 was loose and not secured to door; faucet on children's sink located in main space of Room #2 was loose and not secured to the sink.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “We engaged a contractor to complete all the maintenance infractions but contractor did not show up. We are looking to secure another contractor.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During unannounced inspection 05/31/2023, sippy cups and bottles observed in room 2 (1-3 year old room) were not labeled with the children's names.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Staff were informed that labels with children's names should be on all sippy cups and bottles”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(6)
During unannounced inspection 05/31/2023, three infants were observed in cribs and pack and plays with bottles in the rest equipment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Infant room teachers will be trained on video-Better Kid Care video. Teachers are told never to place a child in the crib or playpen with a bottle”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During complaint investigation on 05/31/2023, files of staff persons #1, #3 and #4 did not contain verification of education and at least two (2) years of child care experience to qualify staff persons for position performing (ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Staff were required to provide proof of education and documentation was placed in the file”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
During complaint investigation on 05/31/2023, files of staff persons #1, #2 and #4 did not contain a copy of valid ID to verify age and address of staff persons.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Requested that staff provide ID, made copy and placed in file”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During complaint investigation 05/31/2023, files of staff persons #1, #3, and #4 did not contain two written non family references attesting to staff persons suitability to serve in a child care position.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 28, 2023): “Have staff provide two reference letters from two non family members”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 9, 2022 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During an unannounced inspection on 12/09/2022, staff person #1 stated, a child got out of the classroom unnoticed. When the teacher noticed the child gone, they went to another classroom and found him with another teacher. The child was out of the classroom for approximately two minutes before it was noticed he was gone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Staff person #1 was made to watch videos on supervision. Also, placed staff person in a classroom setting with a staff person that has more tenure.”
Core safety Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the file for staff person #1 contained a State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance and Mandated Reporter Training more than 60 months old and did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance; the file for staff person #2 did not contain record of a State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance, National Sex Offender Clearance nor Mandated Reporter Training; the file for staff person #5 did not contain record of a State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, National Sex Offender Clearance nor Mandated Reporter Training; the file for staff person #5 did not contain record of a FBI Clearance nor National Sex Offender Clearance; the file for staff person #8 did not contain record of a State Police Clearance, FBI Clearance, National Sex Offender Clearance nor Mandated Reporter Training; the file for staff person #9 contained a State Police Clearance, more than 60 months old and did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance (requested 11/29/2022); the file for staff person #10 (provisional hire) did not contain record of request for the State Police, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance nor the National Sex Offender…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2022): “Staff person #1 no longer works in the preschool setting on the 1st Floor of the daycare. Staff person #2, 5, 7, 8, 9 and 12 are on leave until paperwork is completed. Staff person #10 will not be left alone and is working with a permanent employee.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the files for staff persons #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 did not contain verification of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “The provider will conduct emergency plan training with staff members to be in compliance with the regulations of the department of public welfare.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, a letter was not available for parents to review explaining the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “The provider will have a letter for parents to review explaining our emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the file for child #3 did not contained a current record of influenza vaccination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “The provider will obtain child #3's Record of influenza vaccination.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the file for staff person #1 contained a health assessment more than 24 months old; the files for staff persons # 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 12 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2023): “Staff person #1 no loner works in the preschool setting and does not have access to the child care floor. Staff persons #2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 0, 11 and 12 are going to get physicals and TB tests to be in compliance with the Department of Human Services.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the emergency plan did not contain accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and chronic medical illness.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2022): “The provider added accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and chronic illness to the emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/2022, the emergency plan did contain the evacuation plan to the off-site evacuation location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2022): “The provider will add the evacuation route to the off-site evacuation location.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the provider did not have record of sending the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2022): “The provider will issue a copy of the Emergency Plan to the Borough of Norristown and to the County of Emergency Management Agency via email.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the files for staff persons #4, 6, 7, and 8 did not contain verification of 10-hours of health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “Staff persons #4, 7 and 8 cannot return to work until the required training is complete. Staff person #6 has completed the 10-hour health and safety training.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the file for child #1 did not contained a signed financial agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “The provider will have parent of child #1 sign a financial agreement.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the file for child #2 contained a financial agreement that was reviewed more than 6 months ago: the files for children #4 and 5 contained an Emergency contact form and financial agreement reviewed more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “The provider will make sure that child #2 has a new signed agreement. Children # 4 and 5 will have updated emergency contact and fee agreement once they return back to daycare.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the files for staff persons #11 and 12 did not contain verification of qualifications for the positions they work (Assistant Group Supervisor).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “Staff persons #11 and 12 will get employment verification of education requirements.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the files for staff persons #2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “Staff persons #2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 will have two written, nonfamily references in their files to be in compliance.”
Citation Dec 5, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/05/2022, the file for staff person #4 did not contain verification of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “Staff person #4 will complete training as required by the Department of Human Services to be in compliance.”
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an unannounced follow up inspection on 12/17/2021, the file for staff person #3, hired 3/1/2018, did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance and contained a Child Abuse Clearance more than 60 months old, dated 9/14/2016. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “Staff person #3 submitted a signed and scanned application to the National Sex Offender registry, submitted an application to the Child Abuse Clearance and went to the Identigo Agency last week for FBI fingerprinting. (The wait time to schedule was long since they have been working reduced times…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During an unannounced follow up inspection on 12/17/21, the certification representative observed areas of chipped paint on the wall and baseboard of the 2-4 year old classroom. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “The total classroom was painted. All areas were inspected and ensured that they were free of visible hazards.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
During an unannounced follow up visit on 12/17/2021, the file for child #4, enrolled 09/07/2021, contained Health Assessment that was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “The mother has the completed form and has requested a duplicate from the Dr. office. Currently he has been out waiting for updates files required for his case worker at the ERLC Office. NOTE: Mother was homeless due to the IDA flooding. Many of her papers were lost or destroyed in the flood. Our…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During an unannounced follow up inspection on 12/17/2021, the file for children #2, enrolled 09/03/2019, did not contain an immunization record; the file for children #3, enrolled 08/25/2021, did not contain an immunization record. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “Records were supplied for child # 2. The mother of child #4 says she will have records copied from her medical office as soon as they make a copy for her on required form.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During an unannounced follow up inspection on 12/17/2021, the files for child #4 and child #5 did not contain a current influenza vaccination. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “Child #4 was discussed in violation #5 the parent is scheduled to obtain the required completed forms. Child #5 has a schedule appointment on January 4th with physician.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During an unannounced follow up inspection on 12/17/2021, the file for child #2, enrolled 09/03/2019, did not contain a Health Assessment; the file for child #3, enrolled 08/25/2021, did not contain a Health Assessment. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “Child #2 forms were submitted as completed by the physician. Child #3 has a followed up to receive updated and completed to include immunized records”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Dec 17, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During an unannounced follow up inspection on 12/17/2021, the file for staff person #3 did not contain verification of Fire Safety training; the file for staff person #4 contained fire safety training that was more than 1-year old, dated 10/26/2020. This is a continued non-compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2022): “Montco OIC conducted a full staff fire prevention training on December 23, 2021 and all certifications are on file and included in the staff records.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for staff person #2, hired 6/10/2021, did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance nor an FBI Clearance; the file for staff person #3, hired 3/1/2018, did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance and contained a Child Abuse Clearance more than 60 months old, dated 9/14/2016.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Proper child abuse clearance documents were discovered in another staff file and put into the appropriate file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for staff person #1 did not contain verification of training on the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Staff person #1 was scheduled for a training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the certification representative observed window cleaner and bleach on the shelf above the toilet in the children's restroom, accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “The window cleaner and bleach were moved from the area and relocated to a locked cabinet inaccessible to children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the first aid kit in the 2-4 year old classroom did not contain scissors and tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Scissors and tweezers were added to the first aid kit.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the certification representative observed areas of chipped paint on the wall and baseboard of the 2-4 year old classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Over the weekend, a maintenance person did a spot paint to correct any chipped paint in the classrooms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for child #4, enrolled 09/07/2021, contained Health Assessment that was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “A request to the parent to submit a health assessment was completed on 12/6/21. Parent assured it would be available ASAP.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for children #1, enrolled 08/26/2021, did not contain an immunization record; the file for children #2, enrolled 09/03/2019, did not contain an immunization record; the file for children #3, enrolled 08/25/2021, did not contain an immunization record.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Updated immunization records were given to the provider by the parents when it was requested.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the files for child #4 and child #5 did not contain a current influenza vaccination.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Information was requested to the parents to provide updated information. Provider is also hosting a community vaccine clinic where the provider will encourage families to attend.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the emergency plan did not include evacuation routes for locations away from the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Updated evacuation routes were completed for the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for child #1, enrolled 08/26/2021, did not contain a Health Assessment; the file for child #2, enrolled 09/03/2019, did not contain a Health Assessment; the file for child #3, enrolled 08/25/2021, did not contain a Health Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “A health assessment was received by child 1. Child 2 will provide the center with the health assessment ASAP.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for staff person #3 did not contain verification of Fire Safety training; the file for staff person #4 contained fire safety training that was more than 1-year old, dated 10/26/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Staff #3 was scheduled for fire safety training and Staff 4 was scheduled for a renewal training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for staff person #3 did not contain verification of education and experience for the position hired, assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Staff person #3 provided verification of education when requested, after the inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the financial agreement in the file for child #1 did not contain the operators signature; the financial agreement in the file for child #4 did not contain a parent's signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “The file for child #1 was corrected. The file for child #4 was also corrected.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the financial agreement in the files for child #1, 2 and 5 did not contain a fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Records for each student's file were corrected.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the financial agreement in the files for child #1, 2 and 5 did not contain the date on which fees are to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Dates were added to the form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the financial agreement on file for child #1, 2 and 3 did not contain the services to be provided to the families and children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Files for children 1, 2, and 3 were corrected.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection on 11/29/2021, the financial agreement in the files for child #1, 2, and 5 did not contain the child's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “Date of admission were added to the student files”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 29, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a reneal inspection on 11/29/2021, the file for staff person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2021): “References were requested for staff person 1”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“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 May 29, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Apr 11, 2024 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 26, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jan 5, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Nov 2, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 29, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jun 28, 2023 Complaint investigation
9 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 31, 2023 Complaint investigation
6 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Dec 9, 2022 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.

Enforcement actions

Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade Sep 2, 2026
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $80.00 $62.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $70.00 $56.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $67.00 $53.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $63.00 $45.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $55.00 $34.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $55.00 $34.00

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 106 children
Certificate status Provisional (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 4, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 12, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Montgomery County Oic
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 279-9700
State certificate # CER-00260583
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Common questions

Has Montgomery County Oic had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 32 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 Aug 3, 2026 (background checks): “During the inspection on 8/3/26 Staff person #7 did not have an FBI clearance on file. Staff person #10 did not have an NSOR or signed disclosure statement on file. Facility person #8, a volunteer, did not have a PA…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Montgomery County Oic?

Pennsylvania lists 10 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 Montgomery County Oic’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 12, 2024. 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 Montgomery County Oic compare with other daycares in Norristown?

It is #24 of 26 centers in Norristown 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 Montgomery County Oic last inspected?

Aug 13, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Montgomery County Oic cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $80.00 for infant, $70.00 for young toddler, $67.00 for older toddler, $63.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Montgomery County Oic?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Montgomery County Oic.

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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