The Learning Mill LLC

The file for staff person #1, who resided outside of PA in the previous 5 years, did not include documentation of out of state clearances for NJ within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The clearances were not on file prior to working in a child care position at the facility.

Observed the "Go bag" containing the first aid kit was placed on a storage bin in the preschool outdoor play space and was accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Observed the toilet staff located in the older toddler classroom did not have a hand washing sign.

Observed a play wooden stove in the PreK classroom with laminate that cracked/peeled off of the door which created splintered and rough edges on the door. Observed a white shelf located in the book/reading center in the older toddler classroom was not stable and created a tip hazard.

Observed mulch under 1 inch in diameter throughout the toddler playground. The mulch from the preschool playground shifted into the toddler playground area.

The file for child #1 included a health report which was not updated within 6 months of the previous report for an infant or young toddler (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file was dated 03/11/2025 with the previous report dated 08/27/2024.

Observed the preschool bathroom lacked a hands-free covered can for the immediate disposal of pull-ups. The hands-free lidded can was located in the classroom and a swing lid was located in the bathroom. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

The emergency contact information for child #2 was not reviewed by a parent at least once every 6 months; the emergency contact information was reviews dated 10/07/2024 and 02/13/2024 exceeded 6 months. The financial agreement for child #2 did not have documentation of a subsequent review by a parent within 6 months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet).

The file for staff person #1, who has resided outside of PA in the previous 5 years, did not include a copy of out of state clearances within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Observed the nap mats in the PreK classroom upstairs were not labeled. Observed mini Pack N Plays in the infant classroom with regular size Pack N Play sheets on the mattresses in lieu of sheets intended for a mini Pack N Play mattress. The sheets were too big for the mattress and created access material which creates a potential suffocation hazard.

The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include a plan that provides accommodations for infants & toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include information regarding emergency drills being conducted annually.

Observed a toy shelf in the Young Toddler classroom which was not stable and swayed from side to side when touched. Observed a toy shelf in the Older Toddler classroom which was not stable and swayed from side to side when touched. Observed a Pack N Play in the infant classroom with a hole in the mesh.

Observed a prescription medication for child #2 which did not have written consent for administration of medication from the parent.

The Child Service Reports for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7, providing information to the family about the child's growth and development, were not completed at least once every 6-months. The Child Service Reports for child #1, #2 and #5 were completed in July 2023 and April 2024. The Child Service Reports for child #3, #6 and #7 were not completed within 6-months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet). The child service reports were completed in April 2024. A Child Service Report was not completed for child #4 within 6-months of initial enrollment (see LIS code sheet). There was no documentation of a completed Child Service Report.

Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022. Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022. Staff person #2 who completed the previous health and safety pre-service training modules prior to October 4, 2022, has not completed the 1-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 prior to December 30, 2022.

Staff person #3 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 and Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Stated with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for Qualify - Revised 2022. Staff person #1 completed the 1-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Updated 2022 in lieu of the 10 hour training.

Staff person #1, who completed the previous health and safety pre-service training modules prior to October 4, 2022, did not complete the 1-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022. On 04/13/2023, Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality - Revised 2022. On 04/14/2023, Staff person #2 and #3 were observed to be caring for children together unsupervised. Staff person #2 and #3 have not completed pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality - Revised 2022.

The hot water temperature of the sinks located in the school age classroom reached a temperature of greater than 110 degrees F.

Observed the bag containing the first-aid kit located in the Preschool Extension room was on the floor and accessible to preschool age children. Staff then moved the bag to a child size coat hook, which was still accessible to the children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Observed a wooden mill wheel on the preschool / school-age playground used for gross motor activity with splintered wood which created a rough edge in the hole on the wheel.

Observed peeling paint on the exterior wall of the building next to the entrance door of the facility. Observed peeling paint along the exterior wall of the building next to the ramp leading to the outdoor play space.

The Preschool Extension classroom did not have a hand washing sign posted in the toilet stall.

The agreement for child #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

The agreement for child #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8 and #9 was not reviewed and updated by a parent at least once every 6-months. The initial agreement for child #2 was signed on 01/10/2022 and reviewed on 12/12/2022. The agreement for child #3 was last reviewed on 12/12/2022 with the previous review on 02/02/2022. The initial agreement for child #4 was signed on 02/18/2022 and reviewed on 12/20/2022. The initial agreement for child #6 was signed on 12/27/2021 and reviewed on 12/07/2022. The agreement for child #7 was last reviewed on 12/12/2022 with the previous review on 12/07/2021. The initial agreement for child #8 was signed on 12/29/2021 and reviewed on 12/14/2022. The agreement for child #9 was last reviewed on 12/01/2022 with the previous review on 12/07/2021. The emergency contact information for child #9 was not reviewed and updated by a parent at least once every 6-months; the most recent review was completed on 11/15/2022 and the previous was updated on 12/01/2021.

The file for staff person #4 and #5 did not include verification of 2 years of child care experience and a minimum of an 8th grade education prior to service at the facility to qualify as an Aide.

On 01/26/2023, staff person #1 left child #1 unattended in the preschool classroom upstairs while transitioning to another classroom downstairs. The child was left alone for approximately 4 minutes until the child's parent found the child crying in the classroom.

Staff person #2 & #3, who completed the previous health and safety pre-service training modules prior to October 4, 2022, did not complete the 1 hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): "Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality". The file for staff person #1 included the 6-hour "Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification" which was completed on 09/16/2016 and does not count toward the new Health and Safety Professional Development (PD) requirement.

Observed mini Graco Pack N Plays in the infant classroom with regular size Pack N Play sheets on the mattesses in lieu of sheets intended for a mini Pack N Play mattress. The sheets were too big for the mattress and created access material which creates a potential suffocation hazard.

Observed top connector wires on the fencing around the outdoor play space which were loose. Observed 2 missing fence caps on the fence located in the outdoor play space.

Observed a shelf approximately 6 ft. in height and a metal shelf approximately 4 ft. in height which were not anchored in the preschool room, creating a tip hazard.

Observed prescription medication for child #1 which did not have written consent for administration from the parent.

Disposable diapers were not being discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. Staff in the older toddler classroom were placing the soiled diaper into a plastic bag before disposing of the diaper in a trash can (which was not hands-free) located across the room from the changing station.

Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days in the last 12 months. Fire drills were conducted on 03/29/2021 - 05/17/2021 - 02/01/2022 - 03/01/2022. Fire drills conducted between 05/17/2021 - 02/01/2022 were not documented on the fire drill log. Emergency drills were conducted on 07/09/2021 - 09/01/2021 - 01/04/2022 in lieu of a fire drill.

The file for staff person #2 included the Health & Safety training requirements in Chapter 3270.31(f)(1-9) which were not completed within 90 days of hire; .the required trainings were completed on 11/06/2021.

The file for staff person #1 included Mandated Reporter training which was not completed within 90 days of hire; the training was completed on 01/05/2022.

The emergency contact information for child #2, which was updated on 11/27/2021, did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care. for the child.

The emergency contact information for child #2, which was updated on 11/27/2021, did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

The operator was unable to locate a copy of a current Certificate of Occupancy (COO); the COO on file was a copy of a 90 day temporary permit, which was valid until 06/15/2019.

The file for staff person #3 and #4 included Pediatric First aid & CPR which was not completed within 90 days of hire; the training for staff person #3 and #4 was completed on 12/09/2021.