Sunshine & Rainbows Day Care Center

Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children). This was cited for on SIN-00268089.

Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.

On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot. This was cited for on SIN-00268089.

Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children). This was cited for on SIN-00268089.

Based on interviews conducted as well as a review of the child sign in sheets, it was verified on 6/13/25 that staff #3 was in the infant room with 7 infants.

On 6/16/25 interviews with staff and children were conducted concerning allegations that staff #1 forced child #1 onto their cot at nap time. These interviews corroborated allegations that staff #1 had pulled child #1 by the arm to put him on his cot. It was also confirmed that staff #1 told Child #1 that she would not let go of their arm unless they stayed on their cot.

Individually Interviews conducted on 6/16/25 corroborated allegations that staff #1 & #2 have ridiculed children (embarrassing children for having accidents) and utilized harsh language (yelling at children).

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #1 did not have mandated reporter training on file. Also, during file reviews, it was observed that staff #3 did not have any updated clearances on file. The state police, child abuse, FBI and NSOR were expired. State police clearance was dated for 7/23/19, child abuse 7/30/19, FBI 1/14/20 and NSOR 1/27/20.

During renewal inspection, it was observed in the preschool room's first aid kit that tweezers were missing.

During renewal inspection it was observed that Staff #3 had a previous health assessment dated for 1/12/23 on file from working at a previous facility. Staff #3 did not obtain an updated health assessment prior to working at the current facility. See code sheet for date of hire.

During renewal inspection, it was observed that staff #1 did not have TB test results on file prior to working with children.

During renewal inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have any documentation of completing an annual emergency drill. Last documented drill that was found was on 6/2/23.

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #2 did not have a second written reference on file.

During renewal inspection, it was observed that staff #1 did not complete pediatric CPR training within 90 days of hire. (See code sheet for date of hire).

During an unannounced investigation, a picture was discussed with the operator that showed a bottle of carpet cleaner in the outdoor play space. Operator said she didn't know it was out there but removed it once it was brought to her attention.

During an unannounced investigation, it was observed on the outdoor play space that the fencing along the facility that acts as a protective barrier was damaged. Thus, allowing children to either crawl under the fence or get injured by the damaged fence.

During an unannounced investigation, it was observed on the outdoor play space that a toy sink was cracked and not in good repair.

During an unannounced investigation, it was observed that Child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file and Child #2's financial agreement was not updated within the past 6 months.

During unannounced visit, it was observed that the facilities BEO posting was outdated and displayed incorrect information.

During unannounced visit, it was observed that Staff #2 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90-days of hire. See code sheet for date of hire.

During unannounced visit, it was observed that Staff #1 and #2 had not completed pediatric CPR within 90-days of hire. Staff #3 did not have a pediatric CPR certificate on file. See code sheet for dates of hire.

It was observed during nap time in the infant room that there was not 2 feet on three sides of a child's cot. There was no space to measure because the child was up against furniture on all sides of the cot.

Child #3 did not have an updated health report on file. Child #2's vaccine chart was not attached to the health report within the file.

7/20/23 to 8/23/23 indicates that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30 day requirement.

Staff #1 did not have the qualifications to be listed as an assistant group supervisor. Staff has a bachelor's degree in biology/pre veterinarian and did not have 2 years of experience with children.

Child #1's emergency contact sheet did not have the phone number of the child's physician. Child #4 did not have the release person's address on their emergency contact sheet.

Child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file. Child #3 and child #4 did not have an updated financial agreement on file. Child #3's agreement was dated for 11/1/23. Child #4's agreement was dated for 4/19/23.

While at the facility unannounced the inspector reviewed the file for staff #1 (See LIS Code Sheet for date of hire) and noted that the staff was missing either proof of a Pa Child Abuse clearance or proof of having sent for the clearance as is required.

While at the facility on 5/31/23 the inspector observed the file for staff person #4 and noted that this staff had a hiring TB screening conducted outside of initial employment rendering it out of date.

While at the facility on 5/31/23 the inspector observed the file for staff person #1 and noted that this staff did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.

While at the facility on 5/31/23 the inspector observed the file for staff persons #2, and # 3 and noted that both staff did not have an annual evaluation on file as is required every 12 months.

While at the facility unannounced on 4/14/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector discussed the agreement form as well as meals provided with the director (staff #1) specific to lunches for children. The director indicated that there was a change to the agreement form and that the form itself had yet to be updated for the facility and parents.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector was informed by staff that the director (staff #1) consistently allows the infant/toddler room staff to leave the building for their breaks while stating they would observe the infants from the office, located in another room, leaving the infant room out of ratio.

While at the facility on 3/28/23 the inspector observed three staff in the infant/toddler room and ten mixed aged infants/toddlers. Staff #2, #3, and #4 were in the infant/toddler room with ten children. When asked to identify the children in their groups staff #2 indicated child #2 was in their group. Staff #3 indicated that children #4, #6, and #9 were in their group. Staff #4 indicated that children #5 and #10 were in their group. This left four children unaccounted for: children #1, #3, #7 and #8 unaccounted for.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed evidence of rodents at the facility. The inspector observed rodent droppings in the pantry, on the floor and on the boxes of several food items.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed that the cribs and nap mats in the infant and toddler room were not two feet apart on three sides as is required. The inspector measured the spacings between the cribs and nap mats and found less than 18 inches between each.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector observed evidence of rodents at the facility. The inspector observed rodent droppings in the pantry, on the floor and on the boxes of several food items. Staff were able to produce several pictures showing gnaw marks on food packaging.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 for the complaint investigation the inspector was told by several staff that the facility does, in fact, handwash infant bottles and reuse these versus utilizing disposable nursers as the facility does not have a commercial grade dishwasher.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed caps of a white powder in the pantry that was explained as mouse poison.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed several of the ceiling tiles had signs of water damage.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector observed that one of the toilets was blocked off from use. When asked the staff indicated that the toilet had been broken for several weeks at present.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector asked for access to the staff files and was told by staff that they did not have access to staff files when the director was not at the facility.

While at the facility unannounced on 3/28/23 the inspector asked for access to the staff files and was told by staff that they did not have access to staff files when the director was not at the facility. The inspector requested files for the staff that were not able to be accessed and was told that staff #6 did not have a file as it had gone missing.

While at the facility unannounced on 6/2/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for staff #3 and noted that this staff did not have a health assessment that includes an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination as well as information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

While at the facility unannounced on 6/2/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for staff #1 and staff #4 and noted both files were missing proof of education as is required.

While at the facility unannounced on 6/2/22 for the renewal inspection the inspector reviewed the file for staff #2 and noted that this staff has been employed over 90 days and still does not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation as is required.