Safani Academy
Safani Academy is a certified child care center in Steelton, PA, with capacity for 89 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 16 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 144 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (42 of 144). 13 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #86 of 111 centers in Dauphin County and has more citations per inspection than 84% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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It was observed that the steps leading to the entrance of the child care facility are cracked and the cement is deteriorating, and currently marked with a construction cone for caution.
It was observed behind the preschool door, that there is chipped paint with exposed plaster. It was observed to the left of the preschool bulletin board in the hallway, that there is peeling paint. It was observed in the upstairs boy's bathroom, that there is peeling paint on the right wall in front of the bathroom stalls. It was observed in the upstairs girl's bathroom, that there is chipped paint with exposed plaster to the right of the sink and above the trash can.
Child #1's file does not contain written verification of immunizations within 60 days of admission. The immunization report on file is dated 6/11/25. See code sheet for date of admission.
Staff person #1's file does not contain a completed health assessment before the start date working with children. The health assessment on file is dated 6/29/26. Staff person #2's file does not contain a completed health assessment before the start date working with children. The health assessment on file is dated 12/9/24. Staff person #6 did not complete an updated health assessment within the 24-month timeframe. The health assessments on file are dated 9/14/22 and 6/16/25. Staff person #9 did not complete an updated health assessment within the 24-month timeframe. The health assessments on file are dated 8/7/23 and 6/27/26 See code sheet for date of hire and start date working with children.
The fire detection devices were not tested within 30-days. The documented testing dates are 11/4/25 and 12/19/25, which lapses 45 days. Each classroom fire detection device is not tested within every 30-days.
Child #1's file does not contain an initial health assessment. The health assessments on file are dated 6/11/25 and 6/29/26. See code sheet for date of admission.
The following staff did not renew Pediatric First Aid and CPR training before expiration date. See code sheet for dates of hire. Staff person #4 - Training certificates on file are dated: 4/6/24 and renewed on 6/27/26 Staff person #6 - Training certificates on file are dated: 4/6/24 and renewed on 6/27/26 Staff person #7 - Training certificates on file are dated: 4/6/24 and renewed on 6/27/26 Staff person #8 - Training certificates on file are dated: 4/6/24 and renewed on 6/27/26 Staff person #9 - Training certificates on file are dated: 4/6/24 and renewed on 6/27/26
There was no outdoor activity observed during the renewal inspection. Staff persons # 1, 2, and 8 stated that they do not go outside every day.
Child #2's file contains a Child Service Report that is not dated or signed by the staff or parent. Child #3's file contains Child Service Reports dated 3/15/25, and 7/3/26, lapsing more than 6-months. Child #4's file contains a Child Service Report dated 7/3/26. Child $5's file does not contain a completed Child Service Report. See code sheet for date of admissions.
Children # 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5's files contain the original financial agreement.
Child #1 and 2's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents work phone number. Child #5's emergency contact form does not include the enrolling parents work phone number or work address. Child 5's emergency contact form does not include the release persons address and phone number.
Child #1 and 2's emergency contact forms do not include consent for wading.
Staff person #3 did not complete pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. See code sheet for dates of hire.
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The file for staff person #1 did not include copies of their current criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance. The state police clearance dated 02/04/2020 was updated on 06/26/2024, but a copy of the 06/26/2024 clearance was not on file. The child abuse clearance dated 02/22/2020 was updated on 12/27/2024, but a copy of the 12/27/2024 clearance was not on file. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Observed fluorescent lights in the preschool classroom with bulbs not working or flickering on and off.
The file for child #2 included a Clinical Visit Summary dated 07/08/2025 which was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The Clinical Visit Summary did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious of communicable disease.
The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 4th dose of DTap, a 3rd & 4th dose of PCV13.
The file for child #2 did not include an initial health report within 60 days of enrollment (see LIS code sheet); the file included a Clinical Visit Summary dated 07/08/2025.
Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 04/06/2020.
The agreement for child #2 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged with the specific date the fee is to be paid.
The agreement for child #3 and #4 did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child. The file for child #4 and #5 did not include a child service report with information to the family about the child's growth and development at least once every 6 months since enrollment (see LIS code sheet). The file for child #4 included a child service report dated 07/19/2024 with no previous or subsequent reports on file. The file for child #5 included a child service report dated 03/05/2025 & 10/15/2024 with no previous reports on file.
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact information for child #1 and #5 did not include the enrolling parent's work address. The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
The emergency contact information for child #1, #2 and #5 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the last name of one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the telephone number of one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact and financial agreement for child #3 was not updated at least once every 6 months; the most recent update was dated 03/14/2024 with no subsequent reviews documented.
The file for child #1 and #5 did not contain initial (see LIS code sheets) & subsequent health reports (see LIS code sheets). The files did not include their initial health assessments. Subsequent health reports on file for child #1 were dated 07/01/2025, with no previous health assessments on file. Subsequent health reports on file for child #5 were dated 07/08/2024 & 07/01/2025 with no previous health assessments on file.
The file for staff person #2 did not include documentation of a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training; 6 1/2 hours were documented between 12/2023 - 12/2024
On 11/25/2024, at 11:30 am, observed staff person #1 caring for a mixed age levels of 1 older toddler, 5 preschoolers and 1 older school age child in the upstairs older toddler/preschool classroom. The staff:child ratio for older toddlers is 1:6.
On 11/25/2024, observed staff person #1, an aide, working in the upstairs older toddler/preschool classroom unsupervised by a staff person qualified at a minimum as an assistant group supervisor. Staff person #2 was working in the preschool classroom with staff person #3, also an aide. Staff person #2 was standing in the doorway between the 2 classrooms talking to staff person #1. During this time, Staff person #2 was unable to properly supervise staff person #3 in the preschool classroom. Staff person #1 was observed unsupervised with an older toddler in the hallway outside the office prior to naptime. Staff person #1 was taking the child back upstairs to the older toddler/preschool classroom from the young toddler classroom on the first floor.
The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was completed within 30 days of the previous test. The most recent test was documented on 10/21/2024.
Immediate access to the facility was not provided to the agents of the department. Upon arrival to the facility at approximately 11:20 am. Certification Representative rang the doorbell twice. Cert Rep then called the facility phone at 11:24 am, the call went to voicemail and then called the owner's cell phone at 11:26 am, the call went to voicemail. After ringing the doorbell a third time, Cert Rep walked around the building to the exit door of the older toddler/preschool classroom to see if there was anyone in the building. While walking up the sidewalk, Cert Rep could hear the children in the building. Prior to knocking on the door, the door was opened by staff person #2 and the Cert Rep entered the facility at 11:30 am.
The file for staff person #3 did not include 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
On 11/25/2024 at 11:30 am observed child #1 at the facility receiving child care services during school hours. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Lunch served in the younger toddler classroom included chicken bites, tater tots, peas, oranges and milk. The meal did not include a least one grain. Lunch served in the older toddler and preschool rooms included chicken bites, tater tots, corn or peas, oranges and water. The meal did not include a least one grain or a dairy product.
The menu for the week of 09/30/2024 - 10/04/2024 was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. The menu was not posted at least 1 week in advance or provided to each family. The operator was in the process of creating the menu at the time of the inspection.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022 (10-hour)
Continued noncompliance, previously cited on 07/15/2024 observed staff person #3, leave the classroom to take 2 children to the bathroom, during this time, staff person #9 was supervising a mixed group of 14 young and older school-age children in the school-age classroom. The ratio for young school age children is 1:12. The operator is failing to follow the plan to maintain compliance which stated, when children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). Ratio will be maintained in all the classrooms in the center. On 09/05/2024, observed staff person #1 was supervising a mixed group of 3 preschool and 4 older toddlers. The staff:child ratio in a mixed age group that includes older toddlers is 1:6.
Observed a child napping under the wall mounted TV in the older toddler/preschool classroom, staff person #1 was unable to see the child from their location in the classroom.
Observed the rest equipment in each classroom were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. The cribs in the young toddler classroom were labeled on the wall in lieu of on the crib.
Observed one of the sinks in the women's bathroom in the upstairs hallway did not have soap. Observed the sinks in the men's bathroom in the upstairs hallway did not have soap.
Lunch served in the young toddler classroom included waffles, corn, applesauce and milk. Lunch served in the preschool room included waffles or French toast sticks, corn, applesauce and milk. A protein was not served due to not having enough sausage to serve all of the children at the facility.
Observed the Janitor closet in the hallway on the first floor, containing a variety of cleaning products labeled keep out of reach of children, was left unlocked and accessible to children. Observed insect / spider traps behind the toilets in girl's and boy's bathroom located in the basement which were accessible to children.
Observed the light in the girl's bathroom located in the basement was not operating. The bathroom is completely dark without artificial light and has no windows for natural light to enter the room.
The sinks in the women's bathroom located in the upstairs hallway did not have handwashing signs.
Observed a broom and dustpan and a child size table with 2 chairs in front of the door leading from the preschool classroom into the toddler classroom next door. Observed a child size chair in front of the door in the toddler classroom. The door provides access from the preschool classroom to the exit door of the facility in the event of an emergency. Observed a shopping cart and empty boxes in front of the exit door in the alcove next to the kitchen.
Observed a crib flat against the wall which did not have a minimum of 2 feet on 3 sides while in use. Two sides of the crib had equipment on the floor located directly next to the head and foot of the crib.
The women's and men's bathroom located in the second-floor hallway did not have paper towels. The girl's bathroom located in the basement did not have paper towels.
Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated reporter training and Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022.
Observed staff person #3, an aide, take 2 children to the bathroom where they were unable to be supervised by a staff person qualified as an assistant group supervisor.
Observed staff person #3, leave the classroom to take 2 children to the bathroom, during this time, staff person #9 was supervising a mixed group of 14 young and older school-age children in the school-age classroom. The ratio for young school age children is 1:12.
The second stall in the upstairs girl's restroom did not have a handwashing sign posted.
Observed plastic trash bags in an unlocked bottom drawer located in the bathroom in the toddler room which were accessible to young and older toddlers.
The file for child #4 and #5 included an updated health report which was not updated within 12 months of the previous health report as required for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file for child #4 was dated 02/21/2024 with the previous health report dated 06/06/2022. The current health report on file for child #5 was dated 06/21/2024 with the previous health report dated 11/15/2022.
The initial health report on file for child #2 and #3 was a copy of a Well Child Report which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
A copy of the immunization records for child #3 was not on file within 60 days of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet). The immunization record on file was printed on 02/21/2024.
The file for child #2 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 4th dose of DTap, a 4th dose of PCV13, an MMR and Varicella immunization.
Observed a container of dietary supplement powder labeled "Keep out of reach of children" on the lower shelf of the diaper changing station located in the upstairs girl's restroom which was accessible by older toddlers, preschool and school age children. *Removed at the time of the inspection.
The file for staff person #8 did not include a complete health assessment within 24 months of the previous assessment. The most recent health assessment on file was dated 12/10/2021. The file included an after visit summary dated 12/13/2023, which was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
The file for staff person #8, included an after visit summary dated 12/13/2023, which did not include documentation of an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or documentation of the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location in the basement of the facility where the school age classroom and kitchen are located.
The fire safety training for staff person #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 was not updated within 12 months of the previous training. The current training for staff person #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 was completed on 05/23/2024 with the previous training completed on 03/27/2023.
The file for staff person #1 and #2 did not include proof of qualifications to perform the duties of an Aide; the files included documentation of a completing 11th grade without verification of 2 years of experience working with children.
The file for child #3, #4, and #5 included a child service report, with information to the family about the child's growth and development, which was not dated to document the form was completed within 6 months of initial enrollment or within 6 months of the previous child service report.
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Emergency contact information was not present in the young toddler classroom for child #6 and #7 while receiving care in the space.
The emergency contact and/or financial agreement for child #3, #4 and #5 was not updated by a parent at least once every 6 months. The most recent review of the emergency contact information for child #3 was completed on 06/06/2024 with the previous review on 07/21/2023. The most recent review of the financial agreement for child #3 was completed on 07/21/2023 with no subsequent review documented. The most recent review of the financial agreement for child #4 was completed on 05/21/2023 with no subsequent review documented. The most recent review of the emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #5 was completed on 11/14/2023 with no subsequent review documented.
The file for staff person #2 included one nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to service as a facility person; a second written reference was not on file.
The file for staff person #4 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The facility's emergency plan does not include a Continuity of Operation plan. Staff person #3, who completed the 10-hour "Get Started with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality" on 07/26/2022 prior to their employment at the facility, has not completed the 1-hour "Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022" within 90 days of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Observed an electrical outlet which did not have a protective receptacle cover in the upstairs Toddler/Preschool classroom which was accessible to preschool age children in care. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Observed visible dirt on the walls under the light switches and the light switches next to the bathrooms located in the basement. Observed a tear in the accordion divider near the windows in the 2nd floor preschool classroom. Observed the railing inside the entrance to the 1st floor toddler room was loose. Observed rust on the bathroom stall walls in the 2nd floor men's and women's restrooms.
The men's restroom on the 2nd floor did not have hand washing signs at each toilet and sink.
Observed a mixed age group of 2 young toddlers, 3 older toddlers and 1 preschool age children in the toddler classroom on the first floor. The classroom had an insufficient amount and variety of toys which included: 2 stuffed animals, board books, push toys, baby toys and some plastic character toys for the children to play with. The classroom did not include toys and materials for dramatic role playing, cognitive, visual, auditory, or toys to handle and manipulate and art materials for tactile development available for the children to play with,
Observed the changing table cabinet top located in the 2nd floor restroom was missing a piece of trim, creating rough edges. Observed a blue wooden table in the 2nd floor preschool room with a loose leg causing the table to wobble from side to side. Observed two blue chairs located at the kidney shaped table were missing "feet". *Chairs were removed at the time of the inspection. Observed a grey stuffed chair in the basement school-age classroom with a tear at the top where the handle was torn. Observed a mixed age group of 2 young toddlers, 3 older toddlers and 1 preschool age children in the 1st floor toddler classroom. The classroom had 1 small table with 2 chairs and 4 highchairs in the room for the children, which did not provide adequate age-appropriate seating for the children.
Observed the rest equipment in the 2nd floor toddler room did not have a least 2 feet of space on three sides while the equipment was in use.
The health report for child #2 was not updated at least once every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child; the most recent health report on file was dated 02/21/2022.
The health report (dated 01/06/2023) for child #5 did not include an immunization record within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (see LIS code sheet).
The file for child #1 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 3rd dose of Hep B, a 2nd, 3rd & 4th dose of DTap, a 2nd or 3rd dose of Hib, a 2nd, 3rd & 4th dose of PCV13, a 2nd & 3rd Polio, an influenza, MMR, Varicella and a 1st & 2nd Hep A immunization. The file for child #2 and #3 (see LIS code sheet) included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization.
The hands-free covered can next to the diaper changing table located in the 2nd floor bathroom used for the disposal of diapers and pulls ups was not lined with a trash bag.
The file for staff person #2 did not include a written evaluation within 12 months of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the 1st floor toddler classroom.
The agreement form for child #1 and #3 did not include the amount of fee to be charged per day with the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The agreement form for child #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include the services being provided to the family and the child. A child service report, providing information to the family about the child's growth and development was not completed at least once every 6 months for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5. A child service report was not on file for child #1, #3 and #4 and there was not one completed within 6 months of the child's initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet). One of the child service reports on file for child #2 was dated 09/20/2022 and a second report was not dated. The child service report on file for child #5 was not dated.
The agreement form for child #3 did not include the child's arrival and departure times.
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the work address, home and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact information for child #1 and #2 did not include the health insurance policy number.
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact information was missing for 4 of the children receiving care in the 1st floor toddler room, 1 of the children receiving care in the 2nd floor toddler/preschool and 6 of the children in the preschool room and 6 of the children in the school age room.
The emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #5 was not updated by a parent within 6 months of the child's enrollment date (see LIS code sheet). The emergency contact information for child #1 was not updated by a parent within 6 months of the child's enrollment date (see LIS code sheet).
On the date of the inspection, staff person #1 did not have a valid photo identification at the facility to provide to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection.
The file for facility person #3 did not include the results of the NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). Documentation of a request for the NSOR clearance sent on 09/07/2022 was on file.
On 02/24/2023, staff person #1 was in the hallway with 4 children playing a game. During this time, staff person #1 was leading the group in an "alphabet train". Staff person #1 was at the front of the line, and the children were following behind while singing the alphabet song and running back and forth in the hallway. From the front of the line, staff person #1 did not see child #1 trip and fall in the hallway scraping their nose on the carpet.
On 03/02/2023, it was observed that at approximately 3:10 pm, a parent picking up their child from the facility did not have immediate access. There was no extra staff available to open the door and the parent needed to wait outside until staff returned with the children being picked up from school.
Staff person #2, #5, #6, #8, #9 and #10 have not received training regarding the emergency plan annually. The most recent emergency plan training was documented on 01/17/2022.
On 02/24/2023, staff person #1 had a group of 4 children using unmeasured space for a gross motor activity. The children were playing a game which involved running back and forth in the hallway.
On 02/24/2023, child #1 received a carpet/brush burn on her nose after tripping and falling while playing a game which involved running in the hallway. Staff person #2 used an alcohol wipe to clean the wound on the child's nose.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid & CPR. The file included an email from Pacific Medical Training which did not identify the name of the course or date the training was completed.
The parent of child #1, who was injured on 02/24/2023, was not provided with the original report on the day the incident occurred.
Staff person #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 have not completed the following health and safety professional development training update prior to 12/30/2022: Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022.
On 03/02/2023, upon arrival to the facility at 2:28 pm, Certification Representative rang the doorbell, then called for entry (per instructions on the entrance door). Certification Representative was unable to gain access to the facility until 2:41 pm when a staff person came to the door to let them into the building.
The file for staff person #4 did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.
The hot water temperature in the bathrooms used by children exceeded 110° F. The sinks located in the Main floor women's and men's bathrooms reached a temperature of over 130° F. The women's and men's bathrooms reached a temperature of 120° F - 130° F. The bathroom located in the young toddler classroom reached a temperature of 117° F.
Observed a TV on a stand in the upstairs preschool classroom which was not anchored, creating a tip hazard.
Observed 3 chairs in the school-age room with missing "feet". Observed 2 stuffed chairs which were torn.
The file for child #4, did not include an updated health report at least once every 6 months for a young toddler. The file included a current health report dated 04/01/2022 and the previous health report dated 04/06/2021.
The file for child #1, a 3-year-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 2nd Hep A immunization. The file for child #3, a 3-year-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization.
The file for staff person #1 included a health assessment with tuberculosis screening results which were not completed prior to providing initial service (see LIS code sheet) in a child care setting; the health assessment on file was dated 08/25/2022.
The emergency contact information for child #5 and #6 did not include written parental consent for transportation, child #5 and #6 were observed being transported by the facility.
The operator did not have a copy of the current insurance in the vehicle while providing transportation; the insurance information in the vehicle was valid from 02/02/2022 - 08/02/2022.
The facility emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation
The agreement for child #1 and #2 was not signed by the operator and the parent.
The agreement for child #1 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged per week.
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The operator does not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in Chapter 3270. Child Care Centers electronically and with instructions for contacting the Central regional child care office.
Facility person #1, a provisional hire, did not have the results of the NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire.
On 08/04/2022, observed a mixed age group of 2 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers and 5 preschool age children during naptime. Staff person #2 identified 2 older toddlers in their assigned group. Staff person #3 identified 2 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers in their assigned group. A staff person was not assigned to the 5 preschoolers napping in the room.
Continued deficiency, the facility has not hired a person to perform the duties as director of the facility whom meets staff qualifications for the position. Staff person #1 has been performing the duties as the director of the facility and does not meet the applicable staff qualifications for the position. Previously cited on 04/04/22 and 02/11/2022.
Continued deficiency- Staff person #1 has not attained 10 extra credits to qualify as a director in one of the qualification levels specified at 3270.34(b)(1). A qualified director has not been hired to perform all the duties as the center director. The transcript on file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field to qualify as the director. Previously cited on 04/04/2022 and 02/11/2022.
Continued deficiency- The facility does not have a director employed by the facility and a director is not present at the facility a minimum of 30 hours per week. A director has not been hired. Previously cited on 04/04/2022 and 02/11/2022.
The director or designated staff person did not document tests of the fire detection system every 30 days with the fire drill log. The last documented test of the fire detection system was 02/02/2022.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices. (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent. (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water and vehicular traffic. (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a…
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices. (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent. (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water and vehicular traffic. (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those…
Staff person #1 has been performing the duties as the director of the facility and does not meet the applicable staff qualifications for the position.
The transcript on file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field to qualify as the director.
The facility does not have a director employed by the facility and a director is not present at the facility a minimum of 30 hours per week.
The file for staff person #1, did not include a copy of a transcript with the diploma to verify 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 02/11/2022.
On 02/11/2022, the clearances for staff person #1 were not updated every 60 months; the file contained a state police clearance dated 02/01/2017, a child abuse clearance dated 02/03/2017 and an FBI clearance dated 02/03/2017. The file for staff person #2, a provisional hire with a start date of 12/20/2021, did not have the results of the NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire. A copy of the request for the NSOR clearance on file was dated 09/23/2021 and a copy of an email requesting additional information on 09/29/2021 was on file. Staff person #2 was observed working at the facility on 02/11/2022.
On 02/11/2022, observed a bottle of bleach on the bottom shelf of an unlocked cabinet located in the young toddler bathroom.
Observed the "Ladies" bathroom on the main floor had a swing lid which was cracked and the lid was missing.
On 02/11/2022, temperature reading of the thermometer located in the refrigerator located in the young toddler room was 60 ° F.
On 02/11/2022, observed emergency contact information with written consent for transportation was not in the vehicle with the operator for the children being transported.
The file for child #3, a 3-year-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization. The file for child #4, a 2-year-old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization.
On 02/11/2022, observed the trash can in the "Ladies" restroom on the second floor used to discard disposable diapers was not a hands free covered can; the trash can next to the changing table has a flip lid, which is not hands free.
On 02/11/2022, observed the van used to transport children did not have a first-aid kit.
On 02/11/2022, observed an annual emergency drill was not conducted within the previous year.
On 02/11/2022, observed the operator did not maintain documentation of proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system or the battery operated smoke detectors.
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact information for child #1, #3 and #4 did not include the complete home address. The emergency contact information for child #2 and #3 did not include the work address or phone number.
The file for child #3 did not include written consent by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission.
The emergency contact information for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the complete address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On 02/11/2022, emergency contact information was not present in the classrooms for the children receiving care in the space. The emergency contact information was in the director's office.
The file for staff person #3, did not include a copy of a transcript with the diploma to verify 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
On 02/24/2022, the operator was unable to locate a copy of the Occupancy Permit for the main floor school-age classroom. Each classroom has an individual Occupancy Permit and an Occupancy Permit was not posted for the Toddler, Preschool, or downstairs school-age classrooms.
SECOND CITATION: observed the facility did not provide outdoor or indoor play space for large muscle activity. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 09/23/2021.
Observed an open bag of ice melt and a bottle of Scrub Free One cleaner labeled "Keep out of Reach" in the lobby next to the sign in table, which were accessible to children. *Removed at the time of the inspection.
SECOND CITATION: observed visible dirt on the walls in the hallway leading to the school-age room and in the school-age room. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 09/23/2021
Observed peeling paint on the ceilings located in the upstairs bathrooms and on the main level bathrooms.
Observed 2 portable space heaters in the director's office, which are used to heat the office space. *Space heaters will removed at the time of the inspection.
“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
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $47.00 | $43.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $45.00 | $41.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $43.00 | $39.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $41.00 | $41.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $36.00 | $27.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $36.00 | $27.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Safani Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 12 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jul 24, 2025 (background checks): “The file for staff person #1 did not include copies of their current criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance. The state police clearance dated 02/04/2020 was updated on 06/26/2024, but a copy of the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Safani Academy?
Pennsylvania lists 3 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 Safani Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jan 7, 2023. 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 Safani Academy compare with other daycares in Dauphin County?
It is tied for #86 of 111 centers in Dauphin County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 84% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Safani Academy last inspected?
Jul 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Safani Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $47.00 for infant, $45.00 for young toddler, $43.00 for older toddler, $41.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Safani Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Safani Academy.
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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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