Small World Discovery Center

Continued non-compliance- Continued Non-Compliance: On 4/14/25 a unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted at the facility. Facility person #1-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Facility person #1-- had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (mandated reporter training). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 4/29/25. On 5/9/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Facility person #1-- still has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (mandated reporter training).

Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 4/14/25 the file for facility person #1 did not include a current state police clearance, Child abuse, DHS FBI clearance and NSOR clearance. On 5/9/25 the file for facility person #1 still did not have a state police clearance.

During the inspection on 5/9/2025 a toxics (a bag of Ice Melt salt) was observed accessible to children in a hallway, the label on the toxic states" keep out of reach of children".

Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 5/9/25 two tiles were observed cracked in the dining room.

Ongoing non-compliance-During the inspection on 5/9/25 Activity Room/Music Room was observed as being storage (a riding/spinning apparatus, and other items were observed that are not appropriate to be in the child care space). The classroom was not set up for active child care space.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care and did not have a completed State Police Clearance, proof of finger printing and did not have a NSOR. Facility Person #3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 child #5 was observed alone unsupervised in the Boys bathroom on the 1st floor at 9:04 am.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 staff person #3 did not know how many children that they were specifically assigned supervision of.

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). During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.

During the inspection on 5/23/24 the file record for staff person #3 did not include emergency plan training.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 an electrical outlet in Kindergarten classroom were observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 toxics were observed accessible to children in the Performing Arts Room (Cleaning products, Fabuloso and Lysol) and the Kindergarten Classroom (1 can of wall paint) and stairway was observed having toxics (14 cans of wall paint) that indicated "keep out of reach of children" on the labels. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the children.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 the hot water temperature measured 130.6° F.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 hot water pipes that did not have covering/installation were observed accessible to children in the Kindergarten classroom. This poses a threat to the health and safety of children.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 a tile was observed having a hole in the Kindergarten classroom. A hallway was observed having missing ceiling tiles, and soiled tiles.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 a hallway was observed having peeling paint.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the Girls Bathroom on the 1st floor and the sink near the front door did not have a handwashing sign near the sink.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 a stairway was observed having a ladder and other equipment/furniture blocking the stairway.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child # 1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file for staff person #3 did not include a health assessment. The file record for staff person #4 did not include an acceptable health assessment (does not include suitability of staff person working in child care).

During the inspection 5/22/24 Performing Arts Room was observed as being storage. The classroom was not set up for active child care space.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 it was determined that the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child #6 (start date: 9/5/23) did not include an initial health assessment.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the facility did not have liability insurance on file.

During the inspection on 5/23/24 the file record for staff person #1,2 and 4 did not include fire safety training

During the inspection on 5/23/24 the file records for staff #2 and 4 did not include a written evaluation.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for staff person #3 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for child #6 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for child # 1did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child #1,2,3,4, 5, and 6 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

During the inspection on 5/22/2022 the file records for child # 1,2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child # 2,4,5, and 6 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for child #1,2,3,4,5 and 6 did not include an update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file record for staff person #3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file record for staff persons # 3 did not include verification of age.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for staff person#3 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

During the inspection on 12/20/2023 staff person #1 was observed in office approximately from 12:32 pm-12:34pm with the department agent and staff person #4 leaving 6 children alone unsupervised in the Toddler room. Child #1 was observed walking alone from one classroom to another unsupervised on the second floor. Individual #2 was observed at approximately 12:40 pm with 7 children alone in the Preschool 2 Classroom while staff person #3 was in the bathroom with child #3. Individual #2 is not an employee of the facility. Child #2 was sent upstairs from the front door to his classroom alone unsupervised at approximately 12:56 pm. Staff person #4 said that child #2 is 5 years old and can walk upstairs by themselves when the department agent addressed the lack of supervision..

During the inspection on 12/20/2023 staff person #1 was observed in office approximately from 12:32 pm-12:34pm with the department agent and staff person #4 leaving 6 children alone unsupervised in the Toddler room. Child #1 was observed walking alone from one classroom to another unsupervised on the second floor. Individual #2 was observed at approximately 12:40 pm with 7 children alone in the Preschool 2 Classroom while staff person #3 was in the bathroom with child #3. Individual #2 is not an employee of the facility. Child #2 was sent upstairs from the front door to his classroom alone unsupervised at approximately 12:56 pm. Staff person #4 said that child #2 is 5 years old and can walk upstairs by themselves when the department agent addressed the lack of supervision.

Ongoing noncompliance-During the inspection on 12/20/2023 the file record for staff person #1 did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.

Continued Non-Compliance: On (10/12/23) a complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. Staff person #4 & 5-- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 and 5-- had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 10/27/23. On 10/30/23 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #4 & 5-- still has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training).

Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 10/12/23 staff person #5 was removed due to file record missing a State Police, Child Abuse and NSOR clearance. During the inspection 10/30/2023 staff person #5 was present at the facility and their file record did not include State Police, and Child Abuse. Facility Person #5--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the inspection on 10/30/2023 staff person #1 was observed with 7 children in the Toddler classroom alone, where staff person #1 was sitting/positioned they could not supervise (see, assess, direct or ear) three children sleeping on the other side of a full wall in the classroom.

During the inspection on 10/30/2023 two cots in Preschool classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.

Ongoing noncompliance-During the inspection on 10/12/23 the file records for staff persons #4 and 5 did not include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. On 10/30/2023 staff persons #4 and 5 were working in the childcare position and the file records for staff persons #4 and 5 did not include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Staff person #4-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training, Pediatric & First Aid). 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 & Safety training).

During the inspection on 10/12/2023 the file records for staff persons #1 and 2 included record checks for state police clearance (the files did not include state police clearances). The file record for staff person #3 did not include a FBI clearance. The file record for staff person #4 did not include a State Police Clearance and NSOR clearance. The file record for staff person#5 did not include State Police, Child Abuse and NSOR clearance. Facility Person #3,4,5--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the inspection on 10/12/2023 staff person#7 was observed with 12 children alone, the youngest child was a preschool child. At 12:28-12:30pm staff person #4 was observed with 20 children alone in the dining room, the youngest child was a preschool child.

During the inspection 10/12/2023 staff person# 6 did not know all of the names of the children in their assigned groups.

During the inspection on 10/12/2023 the file records for staff persosn #5 and 6 did not include emergency plan training.

During the inspection on 10/12/2023 the file records for staff persons #4 and 5 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

During follow-up inspection on April 27, 2023, Certification Representative observed 14 children (1 infant, 1 young toddler, 5 older toddlers and 7 preschool children, per staff #1) and 3 facility persons (2 staff and 1 volunteer) in the play room at 11:54 am. Continued non-compliance.

During follow-up inspection on April 27, 2023, Certification Representative observed child #1 in the hallway on the bench unsupervised at 11:49 am.

During unannounced inspection on April 27, 2023, provider did not have an individual record for facility person #3.

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the record of staff #2 contained a PA State Police Clearance and a Child Abuse clearance that both indicated for volunteer purposes.

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, Certification Representative observed staff #4 in the Toddler room with 1 young toddler and 5 older toddlers.

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, Cert Rep observed areas of chipped paint in the computer room.

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy, or a Continuity of Operations Plan.

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the records of staff #1 and #2 contained a First-aid and CPR training that did not specify pediatric first-aid and CPR and is not a DHS accepted curriculum. The record of staff #3 did not contain a Pediatric First-aid training renewed on or before the expiration of the most current certification (dated 8-30-19).

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the record of staff #5 did not contain an acceptable firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the record of child #1 did not contain consent for emergency medical care or minor first-aid procedures, both of which are required prior to admission.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORD OF FACILITY PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE OR DOCUMENTATION OF FBI FINGERPRINTING AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING ON AN ANNUAL BASIS.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORDS OF FACILITY PERSON #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT WITHIN 24 MONTHS OF THE PREVIOUS HEALTH ASSESSMENT, AND THE RECORD OF FACILITY PERSON #3 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT CONDUCTED WITHIN 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO INITIAL SERVICE.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORD OF CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE A HEALTH REPORT (IMMUNIZATIONS ONLY).

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE A CURRENT COPY OF THE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY ON FILE AT THE FACILITY.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF ANNUAL FIRESAFETY TRAINING.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION DID NOT INCLUDE THE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER.

DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORD OF FACILITY PERSON #3 DID NOT CONTAIN TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES.