Tiny Learners Early Learning Center

It was observed on video that staff #1 intentionally pinched a child. Facility self-reported this incident to DHS.

It was observed that ceiling tiles in the entry way had water stains on them.

Fire drills were conducted on 4/17/25 and 6/18/25, which is a 62-day lapse between drills.

The fire detection system was tested on 5/16/25 and 6/18/25. This is a 33-day lapse between tests.

It was observed that staff person #1 had only one non-family reference on file.

Observed Pack N Plays & compact cribs in the infant classroom with full size crib sheets on the mattresses in lieu of sheets intended for use on a Pack N Play and a compact crib mattress. The sheets, which were too big for the mattress, created access material which creates a potential suffocation hazard.

On 04/28/2025, observed a group of 13 older toddlers with staff person #1 and #2. The ratio for older toddlers is 1:6 with maximum group size of 12.

Observed in the older toddler classroom: Staff person #1 and #2 were supervising a group of 13 older toddlers. When asked to identify their groups, staff person #1 named 5 children and staff person #2 named 3 children. 5 of the older toddlers were not identified. Observed in the infant classroom: Staff person #3, #4, #5 and #6 were supervising a group of 11 infants. When asked to identify their groups, staff person #3 stated she was a floater and did not have a group, staff person #4 named 3 infants, staff person #5 named 3 infants and staff person #6 names 3 infants. 2 infants were not identified in an assigned group. It was not communicated to staff person #3 who she was responsible for when she entered the classroom.

Observed electrical outlets in the preschool (3's) and Preschool (4's & 5's) classrooms which lacked protective receptacle covers and were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Observed a plug in air freshener plugged into an outlet in the preschool (4's & 5's) classroom which was accessible to children. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.

Observed the Pack N Play's and cribs located in the infant room did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides while in use.

Staff person #7 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid & CPR. The file included documentation of the online portion of the training.

It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1 was hired on 5-1-24 and their NSOR was dated 8-2-2024. Staff #2 was hired on 5-1-24 and their child abuse was dated 6-14-24. Staff #3 was hired on 4-15-24 and their state police was dated 6-8-24. Staff #4 was hired on 3-6-24 and their NSOR was completed on 7-23-24.

It was observed at the time of inspection the water in the infant classroom exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. (Corrected at inspection)

It was observed at the time of inspection the trash can did not have a lid. (corrected at inspection)

It was observed at the time of inspection the diapering pad in the infant room was cracked and the foam was exposed, a drawer in the infant room accessible to children contained plastic bags and a string of holiday lights. (corrected at inspection)

It was observed during a diaper change in the infant room the staff placed a soiled diaper on the diaper changing table and did not immediately discard the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands free covered can as required.

It was observed at the time of inspection the facility conducted fire drills more than sixty days 9/29/23 and then again on 11/30/23 then again on 2/5/24 and then again on 5/22/24 and then again on 7-15-24. More than the 60 days required.

It was observed at the time of inspection the fire detection devices or systems was not being tested every 30 days as required.

It was observed at the time of inspection an allergy list was uncovered in the young toddler classroom. (corrected at inspection)

It was observed at the time of inspection, via video surveillance, at approximately 2:08 pm, staff #1 walked up to child #1 who was on his mat and yelled at him. Staff #2 admitted to yelling at child #1.

It was observed via video surveillance that on 12/13/23 at approximately 2:08 PM staff #1 punched child #1 in the back while he was laying on his cot at the end of nap time. On 12/13/23 at approximately 10:48 AM Staff #2 was observed via video surveillance hitting child #2 on the head three times with their knuckle.

It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1's record did not contain out of state clearances from New York.

It was observed at the time of inspection an electrical outlet in the young toddler room did not have a protective receptacle cover. CORRECTED AT INSPECTION

It was observed at the time of inspection two bottles of baby oil with a label stating "keep out of reach of children" were in a plastic set of drawers accessible to children. CORRECTED AT INSPECTION

It was observed at the time of inspection child #1's asthma inhaler was not in the original box and did not identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.

It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1 and #2 did not have a signed disclosure form in their file. Corrected at inspection.

It was observed at the time of the inspection a plug-in oil air freshener was in the hallway, plugged in above the baseboard and accessible to children. Corrected at inspection.

It was observed during inspection a board was removed from the outside walkway exposing rusty sharp nails.

It was observed at the time of inspection on 7-13-23 at 7:35 am staff #1 and staff #2 were caring for 5 infants, 5 older toddlers, 2 preschool children and 1 school aged child in the older toddler classroom. Staff #1 left the classroom to open the door of the facility to bring children in as they arrived for care. While staff #1 was out of the classroom, staff #2 was diapering a child in the young toddler area. Staff #2 was unable to supervise the children in the classroom as her view was obstructed by the wall dividing the classroom. All children in the young toddler classroom were left unsupervised. Around 8:00, Staff #3 was caring for children in the older toddler room was not able to identify their primary care group.

It was observed at the time of inspection 7-13-23 at 7:35 am staff #1 and staff #2 were caring for 5 infants, 5 older toddlers, 2 preschool children and 1 school aged child in the older toddler classroom.

Continued area of non-compliance and failure to follow an acceptable plan of correction. On 7/13/23 at 7:35 am three infants were strapped in their car seats from the time they arrived until 8 am (25 minutes at minmum). Additionally, Child #1 and Child #2 were observed at 7:35am in high chairs until 8:05 am. Previously on 6/14/2023 (SIN-00226161): It was observed at the time of inspection that two young toddlers were sitting at a table waiting for lunch. The table behind them had been pushed into the back of their chairs so they could not get up. Previously on 6/1/2023 (SIN-00225477): It was observed that two children, were in highchairs for a period of at least 15 minutes, while the other children were working on puzzles and free play. When staff was asked why they were in highchairs, they stated that one child "runs around" and the other "needs a diaper change." Previously on 4/3/2023 (SIN-00222185): The young toddlers were secured in table feeding chairs for a period of at least 45 minutes from 9:30 am until 10:15 am.

On 7/13/23 at 7:35 am five infants were observed to be in car seats or boucer seats from the time they arrived until 8 am (25 minutes at minimum). Additionally, Child #1 and Child #2 were observed at 7:35am in high chairs until 8:05 am. The infants and toddlers were not provided appropriate stimulation.

It was observed at the time of inspection, the breakfast being served was cereal and milk. At least three of the required food groups were not served.

It was observed at the time of inspection child #1 and #2 were in high chairs and were not secured with a safety strap.

It was observed at the time of inspection, as children arrived staff served them breakfast and did not ensure their hands were washed before the meal.

The facility director has not adequately managed personnel or the facility's program objectives and activities. On 7/13/2023, staff were not scheduled appropriately for the number of children expected to be in attendance. Continued non-compliance and failure to follow acceptable plans of correction was observed regarding 3270.111(c) beginning 4/3/2023 and continuing on 6/1/2023, 6/14/2023 and 7/13/2023.

It was observed at the time of inspection 7-13-23 at 7:35 am staff #1 and staff #2 were caring for 5 infants, 5 older toddlers, 2 preschool children and 1 school aged child in the older toddler classroom. Emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for all of the children receiving care in the space.

It was observed at the time of inspection a bucket containing a mop, water, bleach and Lysol cleaning solution was accessible to children, on the floor in the infant classroom. Corrected at inspection.

It was observed at the time of inspection older toddlers were being diapered in the bathroom. Staff placed the dirty diapers in plastic bags.

It was observed at the time of inspection the older toddlers were playing with puzzles, lunch was served, and they did not wash their hands before eating.

It was observed at the time of inspection, staff #1 was working with children as an AGS and supervising a provisional hire. Her pre-service emergency plan training was not documented. (corrected at inspection)

Continued non-compliance from SIN-00225477: It was observed at the time of inspection that two young toddlers were sitting at a table waiting for lunch. The table behind them had been pushed into the back of their chairs so they could not get up.

Continued non-compliance from SIN-00222185: It was observed at the time of inspection the outdoor play area had blind spots that could restrict supervision, sharp fence posts protruding, a ripped and frayed tarp and HVAC Units.

Continued non-compliance from SIN-00222185: It was observed at the time of inspection the wooden outside walkway was rotted away, leaving a hole as a tripping hazard.

Continued non-compliance from SIN-00222185: It was observed at the time of inspection the paint on the door in the toddler play area was peeling.

It was observed at the time of inspection child #1 and #2 were in highchairs and were not strapped in as required.

Continued non-compliance from SIN-00222185. On 6-1-2023, it was observed that child #1 and child #2, supervised by staff #1, were in highchairs for a period of at least 15 minutes, while the other children were working on puzzles and free play. When staff #1 was asked why they were in highchairs, they stated that child #1 "runs around" and child #2 "needs a diaper change" Previously on 4-3-23 the young toddlers were secured in table feeding chairs for a period of at least 45 minutes from 9:30 am until 10:15 am.

It was observed at the time of inspection, staff #1 was observed caring for children while napping on 3-31-23 and walking children from building to building on 4-3-23 unsupervised. Staff #1 had not completed the required pre-service training of Certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

It was observed that staff #2's Child Abuse Registry Clearance was completed on 1-16-17 and then again on 3-2-22, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance was completed on 1-16-17 and again on 3-2-22, FBI Clearance was completed on 1-24-17 and again on 3-8-22 more than the 60 months required by the Child Protective Services Law.

It was observed at the time of inspection the outdoor play area had blind spots that could restrict supervision, sharp fence posts protruding, a ripped and frayed tarp and HVAC Units. A bench had been broken and had sharp edges. (corrected at inspection)

It was observed at the time of inspection the wooden outside walkway was rotted away, leaving a hole as a tripping hazard.

An electrical outlet in the transition room did not have a protective receptacle cover. (corrected at inspection)

It was observed at the time of inspection the diaper table cabinet was not locked and staff had stored their keys that had a pepper spray attached and hand lotion. (Corrected at inspection) An unlocked closet lower shelf in the infant classroom had a can of Lysol disinfectant spray and Dawn dish soap accessible to children. A bottle of rubbing alcohol was being stored in an unlocked drawer accessible to children in the pre-school classroom. (corrected at inspection)

It was observed at the time of inspection the paint on the door in the toddler play area was peeling.

It was observed at the time of inspection the toilet paper holder was rusted and rust dust was accumulating.

It was observed at the time of inspection the push bar doors at emergency exits were locked with slide locks.

It was observed at the time of inspection the infant room and transition room had shelfs that easily fall over and were not secured to a wall. The transition room had a TV that was not secured.

It was observed at the time of inspection on 4-3-23 the young toddlers were secured in table feeding chairs for a period of at least 45 minutes from 9:30 am until 10:15 am.

It was observed at the time of inspection staff #1's health assessment was not complete.

It was observed at the time of inspection emergency drills were not being conducted annually.

It was observed at the time of inspection the fire detection system was not working sounding an alarm in all buildings and classrooms.

It was observed at the time of inspection child #1, child #2 and child #3's financial agreement and emergency contact information were not updated in the last six months.

It was observed at the time of inspection allergy lists with children's names were displayed in each classroom.

It was observed on 1/6/2023 Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was sleeping on a Boppy Pillow placed inside their Pack "N Play during naptime. It was observed on 1/6/2023 Child #2 (DOB see LIS code sheet) had a beaded pacifier strap attached to their clothing that was up by their neck while they were sleeping in a Pack 'N Play. It was observed on 1/6/2023 Child #3 (DOB see LIS code sheet) had a pacifier strap attached to their clothing that was up by their neck while they were sleeping in a Rock 'n Play Sleeper.

A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant was never obtained from the parent of Child #1 (DOB see LIS code sheet).

Staff stated that the parent of Child #4 (DOB see LIS code sheet) was not providing enough pre-made bottles for the entire day; therefore, staff members were washing the bottles at the classroom sink in between each use.

It was observed at the time of inspection that staff #2 did not complete their National Sex Offender Registry Clearance within the required 90 days after hire.

It was observed at the time of inspection that the wooden fence in the outdoor play area had peeling paint, broken wooden slats with sharp edges and wood parts that were hanging off the fence or laying on the ground.

It was observed at the time of inspection the embedded outdoor play equipment was not mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

It was observed at the time of inspection that staff #1's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. CORRECTED ON SITE