Willowdale Childrens Academy · Kennett Square

On May 28, 2026, during the renewal inspection, classroom #7 was not being utilized as childcare space. The space was being utilized as a staff lounge.

On May 28, 2026, during the renewal inspection there were no handwashing signs with the written requirements, (a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating) over the sink and over the changing table in classroom #1.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain a complete PA Criminal Clearance as required by CPSL.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, three infants were observed in cribs positioned behind a separating wall in the middle of room. Staff #1 and Staff #3 were observed on the other side of the wall, preventing them from properly supervising the sleeping infants.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, diaper cream was observed accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet under the diapering station and under an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infant room.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, rust and peeling paint was observed on the bottom of the door frame located on the PS outdoor play space. Additionally, damaged plaster and peeling paint was observed on the wall located in the empty classroom.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, a sink located in the young toddler room did not contain a stepstool/platform to enable children to easily access the sink.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, an art easel was observed obstructing the exit door located in the PK classroom. Highchairs were observed blocking the exit door located in the infant room. Table and chairs were observed obstructing the exit door located in the older toddler room during rest time.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, Staff #2 health assessment did not include the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide childcare.

On 5/20/25, at time of inspection, an infant was observed being fed while sitting in a highchair. The infant was not strapped/buckled in the highchair in order to ensure the safety of the infant.

During renewal inspection on July 1, 2024, certification representative observed stained ceiling tiles in the gym, tigers, twos, turtles and preschool rooms, and molding in need of repair in the hallway and turtle rooms.

During renewal inspection on July 1, 2024, certification representative observed chipped paint in the gym, infant room, preK 1, and turtles rooms.

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #3 is missing GA clearances.

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no documentation to show that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1 IS MISSING GA CLEARANCES,STAFF #2 IS MISSING CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE AND STAFF #2, STAFF #3 AND STAFF #4 ARE MISSING MANDATED REPORTER TRAININGS.

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT PROVIDE A METHOD FOR PARENTS TO BE NOTIFIED THAT AN EMERGENCY HAS ENDED AND TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION AS TO HOW PARENTS CAN SAFELY BE REUNITED WITH THEIR CHILDREN.

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE INFORMATION ON HOW STAFF ARE TO RESPOND IN THE EVENT OF A LOCK DOWN, SHELTER IN PLACE, EVACUATION AND DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES OF STAFF #1,STAFF #2,STAFF #3,STAFF #4 AND STAFF #5 DID NOT INCLUDE THE 10 HR HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.