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Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care

323 Northampton St, Hellertown, PA 18055 · Northampton County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care is a certified child care center in Hellertown, PA, with capacity for 118 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 13 times. The state cited 129 violations, 13 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (31 of 129). 22 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #97 of 107 centers in Northampton County and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 87% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #97 of 107 centers in Northampton County
13 Core-safety citations
116 Other citations
13 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
129 citations from 15 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 22 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 7, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 15, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 29, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 29, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 30, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 20, 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 31
Training & qualifications 26
Building & playground safety 21
Health & medication 19
Emergency preparedness 15
Background checks 9
Supervision 4
Food & feeding 2
Transportation 1
Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 15, 2026 Other state visit Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection on 7/15/26, staff person #1 did not have a completed clearance or a submission receipt for the PA State Police background check on file. Staff person #1 was observed having direct contact and routine interaction with children. Staff person #1 was incorrectly hired as a provisional hire under the CPSL requirements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2026): “This was an oversight. Staff person #1 obtained a PA State Police clearance on 7/15/26. This is in their file.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of the inspection on 4/7/26, the emergency plan at the facility was not updated annually. This is evidenced by the emergency plan on file dated 11/26/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Emergency plan updated.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the inspection, there was no emergency plan training at initial employment for staff person #1, staff person #8, staff person #13 and staff person #15 (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #12, staff person #14, staff person #16 and staff person #17 did not have documentation of emergency plan training being completed annually. This is evidenced by the emergency plan training on file dated 1/26/24, 6/6/24, 12/6/24 and 12/6/24, respectively.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “#1, #8, #13 and #15 all reviewed updated plan. #12, #14, #16 and #17 now have reviewed and documented emergency plan. Signed certification for training.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of the inspection, in the lower-level bathroom, a tube of diaper rash cream that read "keep out of reach of children" was observed in a bin on the table and was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Tube of cream was removed from the diapering area.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Trash removed once a day 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(a)
In the toddler nap room, the trash can in the bathroom was full and contained a strong odor when opened. There were plastic cups with remnants of coffee and mold inside the cup. The larger trash can by the door was full of trash and debris. Right outside the toddler nap room, was a Rubbermaid bin which was also full of trash and food remnants. Staff person #2 acknowledged that the trash was not taken in quite some time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Cleaning checklist was revised for staff to post in toddler rooms. Removed all the trash from the rooms.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the inspection, in the toddler nap room, the carpet seem was frayed and pulling apart. The wood on the stairs leading to the lower level was filled with cobwebs. The carpet on the stairs leading to the lower level was not cleaned as there were brown soiled spots. The floor at the bottom of the steps contained tiny pieces of paper along the edges of the walls. In the upstairs level, in the hallway by the toddler nap room, brown soiled areas were observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Carpet in toddler room was repaired with tape along the edges of the floor. Stairwell cleaned and cleaning person reminded that this stair well is on the weekly cleaning schedule. Carpets will be re-shampooed in the upstairs hallway.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
At the time of the inspection, the refrigerator in the toddler room contained a sticky brown substance on the inside of it. There were pieces of dirt and food crumbs under the changing table pad. In the toddler nap room, there were food crumbs and wrappers observed on the table. The door of the play kitchen in the Preschool Nap area was broken, and an exposed bolt was hanging off the door. The rest mats in the Preschool Nap room were torn, and the inside foam was exposed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Refrigerator and tables cleaned and will be added to weekly cleaning list. Doors on wooden housekeeping set removed. Rest mats were replaced.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
At the time of the inspection, in the toddler room where children were still placing objects in their mouth, plastic bags were observed hanging by the changing table and were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Plastic bag holder removed from the reach of children.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
At the time of the inspection, the foam floor mats in the toddler room were taped with duct tape where the inside foam was previously exposed. The duct tape was rolling at the edges and collecting dirt, making these unable to be easily and properly cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Large mats were thrown away.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #3 and staff person #9 did not have a health assessment and a TB screening on file. Staff person #8's health assessment did not contain a date for when the TB screening was completed. Staff person #11 did not update their health assessment every 24 months, as required and did not have a current health assessment on file. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 12/7/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2026): “Director will continue to write a note on the staff health form for a date for TB. Staff person #3 and #9 have received a health assessment and a TB screening on file. Staff person #8 will receive a date for when the TB screening was completed. Staff person #11 will receive an updated health…”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #7 did not participate in fire safety training during their 6/24-6/25 training period. The training was not completed until 12/8/25. Staff person #16 does not have current fire safety training on file. This is evidenced by the training dated 12/10/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Track and file all fire safety training annually and file in each staff folder. Staff person #16 took fire safety training. Staff person #7 has fire safety training in the file.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety training and mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Staff person #5 will complete health and safety training part 1 & 2 ASAP and mandated reporter training.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the inspection, there was no written annual evaluation on file for staff person #6, staff person #7, staff person #12, staff person #14 and staff person #16 (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Staff person #6, staff person #7, staff person #12, staff person #14 and staff person #16 now have evaluations on file.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection, child #3 and child #5 did not have any child service reports or approved assessments on file and have been enrolled at the facility for more than 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 2, 2026): “Child #3 and #5 now have child service reports on file.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
At the time of the inspection, the agreement on file for child #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Added missing names to the agreement.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of the inspection, there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in the toddler "nap" room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2026): “Ensure the transportation plan gets posted in toddler nap room.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #8 only had one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Staff person #8 has 2 references on file.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #2 only had 5 clock hours of childcare training during the 12/2024-12/2025 training period. Staff person #10 only had 10.5 hours of childcare training during the 1/25-1/26 training period. Staff person #11 only had 10.5 clock hour of childcare training during the 12/24-12/25 training period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 2, 2026): “Staff #2 will be completing Ped FA/CPR training on 4/30/26 and use 2.5 hours of training received 2/26/26. Staff #10 used 2 hours of training from 2026. Staff person #11 will use 2 hours of training from 2/26/26. Hours used to fulfill the previous training year may not be used to fulfill current…”
Citation Oct 20, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
At the time of the inspection, the blue chair in the resting room was in poor repair. It had the outside vinyl material removed in strips exposing the inside foam, making it unable to be properly cleaned. The cork board on the wall in the toddler room was observed to have been picked at and was in poor repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “The blue chair was removed. The cork board on the wall will be covered and repaired.”
Citation Oct 20, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “We located staff #2 Pediatric First Aid/CPR training and placed it in their file. It was done on 7/17/25.”
Citation Oct 20, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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 9/23/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Staff #1 has completed mandated reporter training. It is in their file.”
Citation Oct 20, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of the inspection, there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in the resting room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency will be posted in the resting room.”
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Core safety Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection, the disclosure statement on file for staff person #14 did not contain a witness signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “The disclosure statement will be signed by staff #14.”
Core safety Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
While swimming at the pool on 6/20/25, staff person #10 named the 6 children assigned to the staff's responsibility She was able to identify the children prior to entering the pool. At a later supervision check, and once the children entered the pool, the staff was unable to locate child #8 for approximately 1 1/2 minutes. Staff person #7 was heard to ask Staff #8 if the staff knew the whereabouts of the child, though she was assigned the responsibility for that child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “1.) Children must be supervised at all times. This date of correction will be 6/20/25. 2.) The facility will revise their policies to be updated at the pool to include be able to hear, see, direct and assess children at all times, including while children are swimming. The policy will include a…”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1, #3, #4, #10 did not have any documentation of any emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Staff person #1, #3, #4, #10 will be trained in the emergency plan.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the inspection, in the toddler room, the fridge was dirty and contained a brown, sticky residue. The skinny shelf was not mounted to a surface and posed a tipping hazard. The carpets throughout the facility were soiled with brown spots.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “The fridge will be cleaned, the shelf will be mounted, the carpets will be shampooed.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
At the time of the inspection, in the preschool room, the small sofas were not in good repair and the inside foam is exposed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “The sofa will be removed.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
At the time of the inspection, there was no updated health assessment on file for child #4. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 2/9/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Updated health assessment will be on file for child #4.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
At the time of the inspection, child #4 was not immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #4 was missing the following immunizations: HIB #4. Pneumococcal #4 and IPV #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Child #4 will be dismissed from care by close of business 6/13/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
At the time of the inspection, there was no label identifying the medication and the name for the child for whom the medication was intended for the Fluticasone Propionate, Fluticasone Inhaler and the Albuterol that was present for child #7. There were no labels on the EPI Pen and Albuterol for child #9 indicating the medication and the child for whom the medication was intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Labels for medication for child #7 and child #9 will be received and placed with medication.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 did not update the health assessment every 24 months, as required. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 9/26/22. There were no TB results on file for staff person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Staff person #1 will receive an updated health assessment and TB screening.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
At the time of the inspection, in the gym area, Lunchables containing lunch meat, cheese and yogurt were observed in children's lunchboxes. These perishable items are required to be refrigerated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Perishable items brought from home will be refrigerated.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 did not update fire safety training annually. This is evidenced by the fire safety training on file dated 12/10/24 and the previous training dated 10/24/23. Staff person #3 and staff person #12 do not have current fire safety training on file. This is evidenced by the fire safety training in the file dated 10/24/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Staff person #1 has current fire safety training. Staff person #3 and 12 will come into compliance and take fire safety training.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the inspection, there was no education documentation on file for staff person #1, #12 and #13.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Education for staff person #1, #12, and #13 will be on file.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of the inspection, there was no written evaluation once every 12 months for staff person #1, #3, #7 and #11.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Evaluations for staff person #1, #3, #7 and #11 will be on file.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
At the time of the inspection, there was no daily activity schedule posted in the gym space for the school age children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “A daily schedule will be posted in the gym.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(a)/3270.121(b)
At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have supervision policies in the parent handbook.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Supervision policies will be added to the parent handbook.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection, child service reports were not on file for child #3 and child #4. These children have been enrolled at the facility for more than 6 months (see LIS code sheet for date of admission).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Child service reports will be on file for staff person #3 and 4.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of the inspection, the agreement for child #6 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact form for child #1 and child #3 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, Jul 16, 2025): “The agreement for child #6 will specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact form for child #1 and child #3 will include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2 and child #4 did not include the work address of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact form for child #4 did not have the health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “The emergency contact form for child #2 and child #4 will include the work address of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact form for child #4 will include health insurance policy number.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of the inspection, a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the gym space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the gym space.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1, #3, #4, #5 and #6 were not updated every 6 months as required. This is evidenced by the current review date of 6/11/25, 6/11/25, 6/11/25, 6/10/25 and 6/10/25, respectively. The previous review dates are 11/27/24, 11/8/24, 10/28/24, 6/11/23 and 8/23/24, respectively. The agreement for child #3 was not completed until 1/9/25 and not at time of admission (see LIS code sheet for date of admission). The agreement for child #4, child #5 and child #6 were not updated every 6 months as required. This is evidenced by the current agreement on file dated 10/29/24, 11/4/24 and 4/9/25, respectively. The previous review date of the agreement for child #6 was dated 2/28/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Emergency contact forms and agreements are updated every 6 months.”
Citation Jun 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 only had 2 clock hours of child care training on file during the 9/23-9/24 training period. Staff person #3 only had 1 clock hour of child care training during the 12/23-12/24 training period. Staff person #12 does not have any clock hours of child care training during the 4/24-4/25 training period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Staff will take all required training hours to come into compliance.”
Core safety May 12, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the inspection on 5/12/25, there were 11 children in the preschool classroom. Staff person #5 named 6 children she was responsible for. Staff person #7 then named the same 6 children that staff person #5 named, and claimed them as the children she was responsible for. Both staff #5 and staff #7 were then asked again which children they were specifically assigned to. They both could not identify the specific children that they were supervising.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2025): “1.) Children will be supervised at all times and staff will know the names of the children in their groups. This date of correction is 5/12/25. 2.) The legal entity must develop or update their written supervision policies and procedures to be implemented in the facility. The written policy must…”
Citation May 12, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
At the time of the inspection on 5/12/25, staff persons #2, #3, #6 and #11 did not update their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the current date of certification of 5/6/25 and the previous date of certification of 4/27/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “Staff #2, #3, #6 and #11 received Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.”
Core safety Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the inspection on 4/23/25, staff person #11 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #11 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 10/9/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2025): “Staff person #11 will not care for children unsupervised until mandated reporter training is updated. Mandated reporter training has been updated.”
Core safety Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection on 4/23/25, staff person #5 did not have a current FBI clearance or NSOR certificate on file. This is evidenced by the FBI clearance dated 1/18/20 and the NSOR certificate dated 2/12/20. Staff person #4 acknowledged that staff person #5 worked earlier the morning of 4/23/25 and had direct contact with children. Staff person #11 did not have a current PA State Police clearance on file. This is evidenced by the PA State Police clearance dated 12/7/19. Staff person #11 did not update the FBI clearance every 60 months prior to the current certificate's expiration. This is evidenced by the current FBI clearance on file dated 10/15/24 and the previous clearance dated 10/2/19. Staff person #11 was observed having direct contact with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2025): “Staff Person #5 and staff person #11 will not work in a child care position at the facility. Clearances have been received and are on file. All required clearances need to be renewed prior to expiration of each certificate, every 60 months.”
Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #2 did not update the health assessment every 24 months as required. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 11/15/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2025): “Staff person #2 received health assessment and placed it in the file.”
Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
At the time of the inspection, the manual monthly monitoring of the fire detection system was not conducted every 30 days as required. This is evidenced by the current testing date of 4/14/25 and the previous testing date of 3/13/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “Plan to do testing of the alarm every 30 days and not always correlate with fire drill.”
Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #11 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 10/9/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2025): “Staff person #11 was removed from the classroom and not scheduled until she completed mandated reporter training. Mandated reporter training is in the file.”
Core safety Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff person #1 did not have a current PA State Police Clearance on file. This is evidenced by the PA State Police clearance dated 6/25/19. Staff person #2 does not have a current NSOR certificate on file. This is evidenced by the NSOR on file dated 11/6/19. Staff person #3 does not have an NSOR certificate on file and is past the 45 day provisional hiring period (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #3 was also observed to be working unsupervised in the Toddler room during rest time. Staff person #5 does not have a current Child Abuse clearance on file. This is evidenced by the Child Abuse clearance on file dated 12/13/18. There was no witness signature on the disclosure statement dated 3/4/24. Staff person #8 does not have a dissemination date on the PA State Police clearance making this an incomplete clearance. There is no complete FBI clearance or NSOR certificate on file and staff person #8 is past the 45-day provisional hiring period. Staff person #9 does not have a signed disclosure statement on file. Staff person #9 was observed to be working unsupervised in the Preschool room during rest time (see LIS code sheet for dates of…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “The legal entity will submit complete files for any new hires for a period of three months to the NE Regional Office. During that time, new hires may not begin to work in childcare until their file has been approved by the NE Regional Office.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Staff person #2 did not receive an updated health assessment every 24 months as required. This is evidenced by the current health assessment on file dated 11/5/24 and the previous health assessment dated 9/2/22. Staff person #3 and staff person #8 do not have a health assessment or TB screening on file. Staff person #5 did not receive a TB screening at initial service in the facility. This is evidenced by the TB screening on file dated 7/8/20 (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #9 does not have a health assessment on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 12/27/24. An inspection occurred on 1/3/25. Staff person #10 does not have a health assessment or TB screening on file at time of hire (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “Staff person #10 is no longer working.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
A renewal inspection occurred on 11/20/24 and the operator could not locate documentation of any emergency drills being conducted. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the plan would be implemented by 12/27/24. A follow up inspection occurred on 1/3/25. The operator admitted to still not completing an emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “Emergency drill was conducted to shelter in place lower-level evacuation room "tornado warning."”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
An inspection occurred on 1/3/25. The last recorded fire drill being conducted was done on 10/21/24 and not every 60 days as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “A fire drill was conducted.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
An inspection occurred on 1/3/25. The manual monthly monitoring of the fire detection system was last tested on 10/21/24 and not every 30 days as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “Test the interconnected fire detection system.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
An inspection occurred on 11/20/24. Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training requirements. Staff person #5, #8 and #9 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 11/20/24. An inspection occurred on 1/3/25. Staff person #8 still has not completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “Staff person #8 will be completing hands on skills test on 1/13/25 and her FA/CPR will be complete.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff persons #3, #8 and #9 did not have any education documentation on file. Staff persons #8 and staff person #9 did not have experience (2,500 hours) on file and therefore, these staff cannot qualify as assistant group supervisors. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 12/27/24. An inspection occurred on 1/3/25. Staff person #8 still did not have any education and experience documents in their file. Staff person #10, a new hire, did not have any education documents on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “Education submitted for staff person #8. Staff person #10 is no longer working.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, there were no child service reports to review for child #3, #4 and #5. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 12/27/24. An inspection occurred on 1/3/25. There were still no child service reports to review for child #3, #4 and #5 and these children have been enrolled for more than 6 months (see LIS code sheet for date of enrollment).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 16, 2025): “Child service reports are completed.”
Citation Jan 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff persons #3 and 5 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file. Staff person #8 and #9 only had one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 12/6/24. A follow up inspection occurred on 1/3/25. Staff person #10 did not have 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 16, 2025): “Staff person #10 is no longer working.”
Citation Dec 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
The health assessment that was provided for staff #9 indicated that the staff person was not suitable to provide childcare and had been working at the facility (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Staff person #9 was suspended from work immediately after discovering the Dr. at the Walk-In center completed the state form for DHS and altered the form to say "No" to question #3.”
Core safety Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #9 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #9 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Staff person #9 will not care for children unsupervised.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff person #1 did not have a current PA State Police Clearance on file. This is evidenced by the PA State Police clearance dated 6/25/19. Staff person #2 does not have a current NSOR certificate on file. This is evidenced by the NSOR on file dated 11/6/19. Staff person #3 does not have an NSOR certificate on file and is past the 45 day provisional hiring period (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #3 was also observed to be working unsupervised in the Toddler room during rest time. Staff person #5 does not have a current Child Abuse clearance on file. This is evidenced by the Child Abuse clearance on file dated 12/13/18. There was no witness signature on the disclosure statement dated 3/4/24. Staff person #8 does not have a dissemination date on the PA State Police clearance making this an incomplete clearance. There is no complete FBI clearance or NSOR certificate on file and staff person #8 is past the 45-day provisional hiring period. Staff person #9 does not have a signed disclosure statement on file. Staff person #9 was observed to be working unsupervised in the Preschool room during rest time (see LIS code sheet for dates of…
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Staff person #1 has the PA State Police clearance Staff #2 and #3's NSOR has been received Staff #5 is waiting on the clearance and is not working with children. A witness signature is added on the disclosure statement. Staff person #8 has a PA State Police clearance and NSOR. She is waiting for…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The emergency plan did not include continuity of operations during and after an emergency that includes continuing daily operations, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “The emergency plan will be updated to include continuity of operations during and after an emergency that includes continuing daily operations, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff persons #1, #2, #3, #5, #6, and #7 did not have documentation of emergency plan training on file when the plan was updated in September 2024. Staff person #8 and staff person #9 did not have emergency plan training within 90 days of hire (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “All staff will have emergency plan training when plan is updated in December 2024.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Protective outlet covers were missing from the receptacles in the Toddler Rest room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Protective outlet covers were added to the receptacles in the Toddler Rest room.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of the inspection, in the PS room, there was a bag of potting soil accessible to children which read "Keep out of Reach of Children." In the PS bathroom, there was a spray bottle of Bleach, a can of disinfectant and a spray bottle of Spic & Span located on the lid of the toilet. In the downstairs Multipurpose "extra" room, in the unlocked supply cabinet, there were bottles of soap and hand sanitizer accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “All toxics (soil, cleaning materials, soap and hand sanitizer) were removed and placed inaccessible to children in a locked cabinet.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle/Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)/3270.82(i)
At the time of the inspection, the trash cans in the PS and Toddler Rest classrooms contained used tissues and were not plastic lined and did not contain lids. The trash can in the PS toilet area did not have a lid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Liners and lids were placed in each trash can.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the phone in the PS room, Gym, or both Toddler rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were posted by the phone in the PS room, Gym, or both Toddler rooms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, the ceiling vents in the toddler room were dusty. The surfacing of the cabinets located under the sink in the toddler room were peeling exposing the inside wooden particles and posing a splinter hazard to children. There was a hole in the wall in the Toddler Rest room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Vents were cleaned and cabinets were repaired. Hole in the wall in the Toddler room will be repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, there were no thermometers in the refrigerators located in the PS or Toddler rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “A thermometer will be placed in in the PS or Toddler rooms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
At the time of the inspection, staff person #3 did not wash her hands or the hands of the child being diapered after the child was diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Remind staff to wash her hands and the child's hands before meals and snacks, after toileting and after diapered. Procedures have been printed and will be given to staff as a reminder along with training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Staff person #2 did not receive an updated health assessment every 24 months as required. This is evidenced by the current health assessment on file dated 11/5/24 and the previous health assessment dated 9/2/22. Staff person #3 and staff person #8 do not have a health assessment or TB screening on file. Staff person #5 did not receive a TB screening at initial service in the facility. This is evidenced by the TB screening on file dated 7/8/20 (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #9 does not have a health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Staff person #2 has a current health assessment on file. Staff person #3 and #8 will receive a health assessment and TB test Staff person #5 received a new TB screening. Staff person #9 will receive a health assessment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, written notifications of safe routes including pick up and drop off procedures were not posted in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “Written notifications of safe routes including pick up and drop off procedures will be posted in the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, the operator could not locate documentation of any emergency drills being conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “An emergency drill will be conducted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, the emergency plan on file dated 9/2024 did not include lock-down procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “The emergency plan will include lock down procedures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, the operator did not have a policy which addresses the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “A policy which addresses the prevention and identification of child maltreatment will created.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 11/18/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “Staff person #1 was not left unsupervised until training was completed. Staff person #1 has completed Ped FA/CPR training on 12/5/24.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff person #2, #3, #4, #6 and #7 did not have complete annual fire safety training as required. This is evidenced by the fire safety training on file dated 10/24/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “Staff person #2, #3, #4, #6 and #7 will complete annual fire safety training. Documentation will be in their files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training requirements. Staff person #5, #8 and #9 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Staff person #1 will complete the health and safety training. Staff person #5 completed Ped FA/CPR training on 12/5/24. Staff person #8 and #9 will complete Ped FA/CPR training. All staff will be supervised until the trainings have been completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff persons #3, #8 and #9 did not have any education documentation on file. Staff persons #8 and staff person #9 did not have experience (2,500 hours) on file and therefore, these staff cannot qualify as assistant group supervisors.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 6, 2025): “Staff persons #3, #8 and #9 will have documentation of education on file. Staff persons #8 and staff person #9 will have experience (2,500 hours) on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, the Director admitted to not conducting annual evaluations for staff person #2, #3, #6, and #7.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Annual evaluations for staff person #2, #3, #6, and #7 will be conducted”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, there were no daily activity schedules posted in the PS room, Gym, or Toddler rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Daily activity schedules will be posted in the PS room, Gym, or Toddler rooms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Review policies and procedures 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(a)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, there were no policies on supervision in the handbook which is provided to parents at enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “Policies for supervision was added to the parent handbook.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection, there were no child service reports to review for child #3, #4 and #5.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Child service reports will be completed for child #3, #4 and #5.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, the agreements for children #2 #3, #4 and #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact form for child #3 and child #4 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, Jan 6, 2025): “The agreements for children #2 #3, #4 and #5 now specifies the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact form for child #3 and child #4 will 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 Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, the operator admitted that the parents do not receive the original agreement at the time of enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2025): “Parents will receive the original agreement.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in any of the childcare spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency will be posted in all of the childcare spaces.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form and agreement on file for child #3, #4 and #5 were not updated every 6 months as required. This is evidenced by the current date of October 2024 and the previous date of February 2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2025): “Current emergency contact forms and agreement are on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff persons #3 and 5 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file. Staff person #8 and #9 only had one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 3, 2025): “Staff persons #3 and 5 has two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file. Staff person #8 and #9 now has two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
As of the inspection on 11/20/24, the provider admitted to not providing Chapter 3270 regulations electronically to the parents of enrolled children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “Information on how to access the regulations electronically will be provided to the parents.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection on 11/20/24, staff person #2, #4 and #6 only completed 6.5, 4.5 and 6.5 hours of childcare training during the 12/22-12/23 training period, respectively.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2024): “Staff person #2, #4 and #6 will take the remaining child care hours of PD.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an inspection on 5/8/24, staff person #1 did not have a completed NSOR certificate on file and has been employed at the facility for more than 45 days (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #6 and staff person #7 did not have a witness signature on the disclosure statement. Staff person #7 did not have an updated FBI clearance on file. This is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file dated 3/2/19. Staff person #8 had a receipt dated 10/5/23 for the PA State Police clearance on file. There was no completed clearance with a dissemination date at time of hire (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 5/8/24. An unannounced inspection occurred on 6/4/24. The certification representative was unable to verify a completed NSOR certificate on file for staff person #1 and this person has been employed at the facility for more than 45 days (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #7 still did not have an updated FBI clearance on file. This is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file dated 3/2/19. Since 5/8/24, staff person #7 was not permitted to work with children until the…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “The NSOR was sent again for completion and we are waiting for the results for staff person #1. Staff person #1 will not work with children until NSOR is in. Staff person #7 has obtained the DHS FBI clearance and will be sent for review.”
Citation Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During an inspection on 5/8/24, there was no documentation of annual emergency plan training in the file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5 and staff person #8. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 5/10/24. An unannounced inspection occurred on 6/4/24. There was still no documentation of annual emergency plan training in the file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5 and staff person #8.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Emergency plan training documentation will be in the file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5 and staff person #8.”
Citation Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
During the inspection on 5/8/24, staff person #4 did not have tuberculosis screening at initial employment (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #6 did not have tuberculosis screening at initial employment. This is evidenced by the tuberculosis screening dated 10/25/21 on file. (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). An acceptable plan of correction was received stating that the correction would be implemented by 5/31/24. An unannounced inspection was conducted on 6/4/24. Staff person #4 still did not have documentation of obtaining tuberculosis screening at initial employment (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Staff person #4 will obtain a TB test and documentation will be kept on file.”
Citation Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During the inspection on 5/8/24, staff person #2, staff person #4 health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. It also did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the plan would be implemented by 5/24/24. An unannounced inspection occurred on 6/4/24. Staff person #2 and staff person #4 health assessment still did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. It also 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, Jun 28, 2024): “Staff person #2 completed health assessment was sent for review. Staff person #4 will obtain a health assessment with examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination as well as physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Citation Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
During the inspection on 5/8/24, the operator could not locate the fire drill log showing that fire drills are being conducted every 60 days. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating that the plan would be implemented by 5/10/24. An unannounced inspection was conducted on 6/4/24. The fire drill log that was presented for review had a fire drill last being conducted on 1/23/24 and not every 60 days as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2024): “A fire drill will be conducted using the audible alarm through the interconnected system and will be documented on the fire drill log.”
Citation Jun 4, 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 inspection on 5/8/24, the operator could not locate the manual monthly monitoring log or the annual fire inspection report. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 5/10/24. An unannounced inspection was conducted on 6/4/24. The manual monthly monitoring log of the fire detection system was presented for review. The last documented manual monthly monitoring of the fire detection system was last conducted on 10/21/23 and not every 30 days as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “The alarm will be manually tested by 6/14/24 and documentation will be made on the manual monthly monitoring log.”
Follow-up Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During an inspection on 5/8/24, staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training. Staff person #8 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 5/24/24. An unannounced inspection occurred on 6/4/24. Staff person #8 has still not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2024): “Staff person #8 is scheduled for Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on 6/13/24. She will complete the 10 hour health and safety training by 6/14/24. She will be supervised at all times until the trainings are completed.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During an inspection on 5/8/24, staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not have any documentation of education on file and could not qualify for the position they were performing. Staff person #8 had foreign education on file from Venezuela that was not evaluated and therefore, did not qualify for the position they were performing. An acceptable plan of correction was obtained stating the correction would be implemented by 5/31/24. An unannounced inspection occurred on 6/4/24, staff person #3 still did not have any documentation of education on file and could not qualify for the position they were performing. Staff person #8 had foreign education on file from Venezuela that was still not evaluated and therefore, did not qualify for the position they were performing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Staff person #3 is working on obtaining the education documentation. She will be qualified as an aide in the meantime and will not be left alone. Staff person #8 is having her education evaluated and will be qualified as an aide in the meantime.”
Citation Jun 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 5/8/24, staff person #3, staff #4, staff person #6, and staff person #7 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. An acceptable plan of correction was received stating the correction would be implemented by 5/13/24. An unannounced inspection occurred on 6/4/24. Staff person #3, staff #4, staff person #6, and staff person #7 still did not have 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 28, 2024): “Staff person #3, staff #4, staff person #6, and staff person #7 will have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person in the file.”
Core safety Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 did not have a completed NSOR certificate on file and has been employed at the facility for more than 45 days (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #6 and staff person #7 did not have a witness signature on the disclosure statement. Staff person #7 did not have an updated FBI clearance on file. This is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file dated 3/2/19. Staff person #8 had a receipt dated 10/5/23 for the PA State Police clearance on file. There was no completed clearance with a dissemination date at time of hire (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #1, staff person #7 and staff person #8 will not work until all completed clearances are on file. Staff person #1 obtained the NSOR. Staff person #6 and #7 have witness signatures on the disclosure statements Staff person #7 will obtain the FBI clearance. Staff person #8 will print out…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Self-reported violation Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
The facility director self-reported that on 4/26/24, a 400 mg pill, identified as Gabapentin, was observed laying at the gate on the floor in the toddler room and was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “All staff were notified that prescription or medications are to be kept locked and out of reach of children. Staff should not carry personal medications with them when on site at work.”
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
There was no documentation of annual emergency plan training in the file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5 and staff person #8.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, staff person #5 and staff person #8 were trained in the emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
In the Preschool room, children were resting on mats too close to each other. The mats were not placed at least 2 feet of space on three sides of the mat.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Mats set up three feet apart on three sides.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Staff person #5 did not obtain an updated health assessment within 24 months since the previous date of a health assessment conducted. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 2/1/22. Staff person #6 did not have a completed health assessment on file at time of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #5 and 6 will obtain a health assessment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Staff person #4 did not have tuberculosis screening at initial employment (see LIS code sheet for date of hire). Staff person #6 did not have tuberculosis screening at initial employment. This is evidenced by the tuberculosis screening dated 10/25/21 on file. (see LIS code sheet for date of hire).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #4 and staff person #6 will obtain a Tb test and will bring results to the office to be placed in their file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
Staff person #2, staff person #4 health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. It also did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #2 and staff person #4 will obtain a corrected health assessment that includes an 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.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
During the inspection, the operator could not locate the fire drill log showing that fire drills are being conducted every 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Located current fire drill log.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 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 inspection, the operator could not locate the manual monthly monitoring log or the annual fire inspection report.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Consistently return fire drill log to office bulletin board after using for a review and or documenting drills. Manual monthly monitoring log was located.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “Staff person #1 took the one hour update to the health and safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #5 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 4/8/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2024): “Staff person #5 did not complete CPR/FA 4/23 due to health concerns and pacemaker newly placed. She is not currently working in classrooms as executive Director. Follow up Dr appt on 5/24/24. Currently recovering from knee surgery - uses cane as standing is difficult. Staff #5 will take Pediatric…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training. Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #2 - this file has been reviewed since 2017- still boggles my mind that we missed this. She will complete training ASAP. Staff person #8 CPR/FA will be scheduled and completed. She is out of the country until 5/27/24 but will complete when she returns. Staff will be supervised by a AGS…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not have any documentation of education on file and could not qualify for the position they were performing. Staff person #8 had foreign education on file from Venezuela that was not evaluated and therefore, did not qualify for the position they were performing.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff person #3 and #4 will have education on file. Staff person #8 will have evaluation of education completed and placed in the file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Children were resting in the toddler nap room. There were no emergency contact forms for the children present in that room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Carry emergency binder to small room for naptime.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 29, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff person #3, staff #4, staff person #6, and staff person #7 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Request two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person for staff person #3, #4, #6 and #7 and place them in their file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #2 started at the facility on 10-9-23 and has lived outside of Pennsylvania within the last 5 years. Staff person #2 does not have any out of state clearances. There is no verification that staff person #2 applied for out of state clearances prior to starting at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 8, 2024): “Staff person #2 will not return to work at the facility until she submits her NY sex offender and child abuse clearances.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 did not complete the required 2022 1-hour health & safety training update by 12-30-22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2023): “Staff person #1 completed the required 2022 1-hour health & safety training on 12-20-23.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Other standards
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
There is no daily schedule in the school age room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2023): “The daily schedule will be posted in the school age room.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
There is no employer address or phone number on the emergency contact form for Child #1 or Child #2. There is no phone number listed on the emergency contact form for Child #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2024): “The parent's work address & phone number will be obtained & placed on the emergency contact forms for Child #1 & Child #2. The physician's phone number will be obtained & placed on the emergency contact form for Child #2.”
Core safety Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #1 has not updated her child abuse, criminal or FBI clearance in 60 months. Her child abuse clearance is dated 8/30/17. Her criminal clearance is dated 8/18/17, and her FBI clearance is dated 9/11/17. Staff person #1 has not updated her mandated reporter training in over 60 months; she completed mandated reporter training on 8/31/17
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2022): “Staff person # 1 will not return to work until she submits an updated child abuse, criminal & FBI clearances as well as her mandated reporter training”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
The facility emergency plan does not include a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency situation arises or a method to contact parents to notify them that the emergency has ended and to provide instructions as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2022): “The facility emergency plan will discuss a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency arises as well as a method to contact parents when the emergency has ended and provide instructions as to safely reunify with their children,”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(a)(6)
The facility emergency plan doesn't address accommodations for infants, toddlers or children with special needs. The facility hasn't conducted any emergency drills
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2022): “The emergency plan will discuss accommodations for infants, toddlers & children with special needs. Emergency evacuation drills will be conducted at least annually”
Citation Nov 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
There is no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every childcare space and will accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2022): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every childcare space and will accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with the children”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The molding to the right of the emergency exit in the gym is chipped & missing pieces, resulting in jagged edges. There are water stained ceiling tiles in the Toddler & Preschool rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “The damaged molding in the gym will be replaced. The water stained ceiling tiles in the Toddler & Preschool rooms will be replaced.”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There is peeling paint on the walls to the left & right of the entrance to the gym.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “The areas with peeling paint will be sanded & repainted”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The play mats in the gym are torn, resulting in exposed foam
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “The exposed foam will be covered until new play mats can be purchased”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
The Albuterol inhaler for Child #1 expired on 3/12/21. The EpiPen for Child #1 expired on 11/23/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “Staff will send the expired prescriptions home with Child #1.”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(1)
Staff person #1 has not had a health assessment since 1/17/18. Staff person #2 started at the facility on 9/20/21 and does not have a health assessment or TB screening. Staff person #3 started at the facility on 7/9/21 and did not obtain a health assessment or TB screening until 9/1/21
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “Staff person #1 will obtain & submit an updated health assessment. Staff person #2 will obtain a health assessment & TB screening”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
There is no signed agreement on file for Child #3
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “The fee agreement for Child #3 will be signed by the operator & the parent”
Citation Dec 20, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
There is no health insurance coverage or policy number on listed on the emergency contact form for Child #2
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “Health insurance coverage & policy number will be obtained & placed on the emergency contact form for Child #1.”

“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 Apr 29, 2024 Self-reported violation
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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $46.00 $32.40
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $46.00 $32.40
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $44.00 $31.20
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $33.00 $29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $33.00 $29.00

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 118 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 30, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Saucon Valley Community Center
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 838-0722
State certificate # CER-00256803
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Common questions

Has Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 13 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 15, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection on 7/15/26, staff person #1 did not have a completed clearance or a submission receipt for the PA State Police background check on file. Staff person #1 was observed having direct contact…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 30, 2025. 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 Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care compare with other daycares in Northampton County?

It is tied for #97 of 107 centers in Northampton County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care last inspected?

Apr 7, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $46.00 for young toddler, $46.00 for older toddler, $44.00 for preschool, $33.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Saucon Valley Community Center Day Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Saucon Valley Community Center.

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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