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Kindercare Learning Center/Washington

63 Wilson Ave, Washington, PA 153014.6· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
99
open each week
5 days

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About Kindercare Learning Center/Washington

Kindercare Learning Center/Washington is a child care center in Washington, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 99 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 135 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accredited
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 5 years
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
99 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 5 years
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsChild Care Aware® of America
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
MoreFounded 1989
Licensed capacity99 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Kindercare Learning Center/Washington

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
99 children
License number
#CER-00248051
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Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 10, 2026: 27 rules cited

Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 135 rules in all · 133 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 31
  • Staff training and qualifications 30
  • Records and paperwork 19
  • Building, equipment and play areas 17
  • Safety and hazards 12
  • Background checks 10
  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Discipline and child guidance 4
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Transportation 1

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 10, 2026Inspection27 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The files for children #1 and #3 contained consecutive service reports completed at an interval of greater than 6 months, but are now current. The files for children #2 and #5 do not contain documentation of sharing a completed service report with parents in the last 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Stained ceiling tiles were observed in Room 2 Side A and the restroom of Room 4 Side B. Multiple protruding nail heads were observed on the wood fence in both the toddler and preschool outdoor play spaces. Multiple thorny weeds were observed growing in the mulch on the preschool playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The files for the following staff lacked documentation of completing 12 hours of child care training. Staff #1 completed 8 of 12 hours between 6/2025 and 6/2026. Staff # 3 completed 9.5 of 12 hours between 12/2024 and 12/2025.Staff #4 completed 4.5 of 12 hours between 12/2024 and 12/2025. Staff #8 completed 0 of 12 hours between7/2024 and 7/2025. 1.5 hours were completed late. Staff #8 still needs to complete 10.5 hours of training. Staff #9 completed 0 of 12 hours between 12/2024 and 12/2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The record for child #2 did not include written consent signed by a parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Only the initials of the parent were present.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “The door of a cubby was detached at the lower hinge in Room 4 Side A.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “The facility lacked documentation of submitting an updated copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency after changes were made in October 2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “In Room 2 Side B, children were observed on cots which were labeled and designated for other children in the room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “Sleep equipment in use by children at nap time lacked 2 feet of space around 3 sides in the following rooms; Room 1, Room 2 Side B, Room 3, Room 4 Side B, and the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “The hands-free trash cans at the diapering tables in Room 2 Side B and Room 4 Side B were not functioning correctly. The lid on each can was no longer connected and did not open when the pedal was pushed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The files for staff #1, #5,#6. #8, and #9 lack written evaluations conducted by the director. The file for staff #7 contained consecutive evaluations dated more than 12 months apart, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

      “Unplanted Mandevilla plants were observed in nursery flats in the toddler play space. Mandevilla is known to be toxic to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “Two Epi Pens observed in the medication cabinet lacked written parental consent for administration. The Epi Pens were labeled for children #2 and #4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(5) Original label

      “Expired Benadryl, labeled for child #4, was observed in the office medication cabinet. The label stated the medication expired Sept 2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for staff #4 does not contain a current health assessment. The previous health assessment was dated 3/06/24 and was due to be renewed prior to staff #4 going on extended leave. The file for staff #8 does not include a current health assessment. The last health assessment on file is dated 8/03/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff #1, designated as an assistant group supervisor on the staff data sheet, lacked documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The file lacked verified child care experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #6 contained a previous version of the disclosure statement and is therefore invalid. The file for staff #1 contained a previous version of the disclosure statement signed at initial hire dated 4/15/25. The invalid version was subsequently replaced with the correct version on 11/03/25. The file for staff #11 contained a disclosure statement that was not signed by a witness. The file for staff #1 contained a state police clearance dated 11/05/25 which is after their first day with children, but is now current. The file for staff #2 contained a state police clearance dated 7/01/26, which is after their first day with children, but is now current. The file for staff #3 contained 3 clearances which were not renewed within 60 months, but are now current. The clearances were dated as follows,; state police previously obtained 2/17/21 and renewed 6/23/26, child abuse previously obtained 2/18/21 and renewed 6/29/26, FBI previously obtained 8/15/20 and renewed 10/20/25. The file for staff #5 contained 2 clearances which were not renewed within 60 months, but are now current. The clearances were dated as follows; child abuse previously obtained 3/16/21 and renewed 7/02/26, FBI previously obtained 5/11/21 and renewed 6/30/26. The file for staff #10 contained an FBI clearance which was not renewed within 60 months, but is now current. It was previously obtained 2/22/21 and was renewed 6/24/26. The file for staff #11 contained a Florida child abuse clearance dated 8/26/25, which is after their first day with children. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #6 did not complete training in health and safety topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire. The trainings were completed 9/16/25. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #9 contains documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart; 8/18/24 and 5/20/26”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Adult scissors were accessible to children in Room 3, the Pre K room, in a plastic storage bin behind the teacher's table.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.72(c) Good repair

      “Two holes were observed in a window screen in Room 2, side A.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1 lacked documentation of receiving emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. The file for staff #8 contained documentation of completing emergency plan training at an interval of greater than 12 months, 4/22/25 and 6/02/26.Current training is now on file for both staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The files for children #1 and #2 contained health reports dated more than 12 months apart, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The agreement and emergency contact information for children #1 and #5 were not reviewed and signed by the parent within 6 months intervals. The most recent parental review signatures and dates are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

      “The emergency numbers posted near the phone in Room 3 did not include the numbers for the nearest hospital and ambulance service.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “A written plan for transporting a child during a medical emergency was not posted in Room 3 at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Only the initials of the parent were present.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact information for child #4 lacked a complete address for the child's physician or source of medical care. Only the city and state were listed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026

  2. Nov 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for staff #1 lacked 1 of the 2 required written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1, employed for over 90 days, lacked documentation of receiving emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 did not include a completed state police clearance and did not include proof of applying for the clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2026

  3. Oct 8, 2025Inspection20 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The files for children #5 and #3 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health reports on file for both children are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The emergency contact information and financial agreements for children #2, #3, and #4 were reviewed and signed by parents at intervals greater than 6 months. Current signed and dated reviews are now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “A refrigerator in Room 2 (Discovery PS) lacked a thermometer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A wall mounted balance bar in the toddler room was loose creating a pinch point. A soft sorting cube in Room 1 (Preschool) was fraying and torn, exposing the inner foam filling. A broken plastic orange ball was observed in the sensory table in the toddler's outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A stained ceiling tile was observed in Room 1 (Preschool).”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.72(c) Good repair

      “Two screens in windows in Room 3 (Pre-K) were not in good repair. Two holes were observed in one screen. The other damaged screen was separating from the frame creating a large gap.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

      “Gillette shave foam, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed in the supply closet in Room 1 (preschool). Based on statements made by staff, the foam is used for art projects.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for staff #3 contained written evaluations dated more than 12 months apart; 4/24/24 and 9/17/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff #7 did not include acceptable documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The foreign degree on file was not evaluated.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The files for staff #1, #4, and #9 contained clearances which were not updated within 60 months. The clearances were dated as follows: for staff #1 state police = 8/03/20 and 9/16/25, child abuse = 8/10/20 and 9/23/25. For staff #4 state police =7/28/20 and 9/17/25, child abuse = 8/03/20 and 9/24/25, FBI = 8/20/20 and 9/17/25. For staff #9 NSOR= 7/09/20 and 8/06/25. Current clearances are now on file for staff #1, #4, and #9. The files for the following staff hired after 2/01/25 contained an invalid version of the disclosure statement form; staff #2, #5, #8, #12 and #13.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #11did not update mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/11/20 and the most recent training being dated 9/17/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Part 1 and 2. Part 1 was dated 9/24/25 (106 days after hire) and Part 2 was dated 9/25/25 (107 days after hire)”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #4 contained documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart; 2/12/24 and 4/22/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.22/3270.23 Communication with Parents/Parent Access & Participation

      “Statements made by staff indicated communication with parents would be conducted via the KinderCare App, however, this information was not included in the emergency plan presented for review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The most recent version of the emergency plan which was presented for review did not include details regarding continuity of operation as required by Announcement C-22-04.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “The facility lacked an annual letter notifying local traffic authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff #6 and #10 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessments on file for both staff are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “Child service reports for children #3 and #4 were shared with parents at intervals greater than 6 months. Current documentation is now on file for both children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025

  4. Sep 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “The facility's current certificate was not posted. The posted certificate expired 6/01/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025

  5. Aug 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant

      “The facility's fire detection logs documented dates 4/4/25-6/24/25, more than 30 days apart. The facility's most recent documented fire alarm test is dated 6/24/25, more than 30 days prior.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025

  6. May 5, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “On 9/23/2024, staff #1 was changing diapers at the changing table against the wall unable to see that child #1 climbed a shelf near the divider wall and fell injuring their right leg.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 9/23/2024, staff #1 was changing diapers at the changing table against the wall unable to see that child #1 climbed a shelf near the divider wall and fell injuring their right leg.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025

  7. Mar 7, 2025Inspection26 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “Written parental consent for administration was not on file for Lotrimin observed in Toddler A. The medication was labeled for child #10.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(5) Original label

      “An expired Epi pen was observed in the office labeled for child #9. The Epi pen expired 11/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “On 3/07/25, the facility's fire alarm system failed to signal when tested from the control panel and failed to signal when two separate pull stations were engaged.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “One of two hands free cans in use at the diapering table was not functioning. The pedal did not open the lid as intended.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff #1 and #7 lacked current health assessments. The most recent health assessment on file was dated 2/14/23 for staff #1 and 10/4/22 for staff #7. The file for staff #6 lacked a health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(d) Dated signature affixed

      “The agreement for child #1 was not signed, but was not dated.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(1) Original container

      “A reusable, unlabeled container of translucent cream was observed in the diaper cream bin in Toddler B. Based on statements made by staff, the container contained Vaseline.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #7, a preschooler, contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #3 contained a health report that was not dated, therefor compliance could not be determined.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The files for staff #6 and #7 lacked written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The emergency contact form and agreement for child #2 have not been reviewed and signed by the parent in over 6 months. The emergency contact form for child #4 has not been reviewed and signed by the parent in over 6 months. The emergency contact forms and agreements for children #3, #5, #6, and #8 were reviewed and signed by parents at intervals greater than 6 months, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact forms for children #1, #2, and #8 included incomplete contact information for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact forms for children #4 and #5 lacked addresses and telephone numbers for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #5 did not include the enrolling parent's work address or phone number. The boxes were left blank.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #5 lacked a complete address for the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The files for children #2, #5, #6, #7, and #8 lacked documentation of a child service report being shared with parents in the last 6 months. The file for child #3 contained a child service report signed and dated 12/2024, however no prior reports were on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Triangle shaped bristle blocks, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, were observed to be accessible to older toddlers in a toy bin in Discovery PS 1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “2nd CITATION Cracked hard plastic bins creating pinch points were observed in the sensory tables in Discovery PS A and B. The bins are cracked at the corners due to not fitting correctly in the table openings. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00255223. A broken green plastic bucket was observed in a sensory table in the outdoor toddler play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “2nd CITATION Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the restroom connected to Toddler B. Multiple protruding nail heads were observed on the fence of both playgrounds. Splintering wood and rough areas were observed on three newly installed boards on the PS playground. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00255223”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The files for staff #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 lacked written staff evaluations completed in the past 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #4 did not renew mandated reporter training within 60 months. The certificate on file were dated 2/16/20 and 2/22/25. Current training is now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #4 contained expired clearances. The clearances were dated as follows; State Police 2/14/20, Child Abuse 2/26/20, FBI 2/12/20, NSOR 2/14/20. Documentation of suspension or leave was not on file. The file for staff #6 did not contain any of the 4 required clearances at the time of review. The file also contained a disclosure statement dated 3/05/25 which is after the date of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff #7 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance. A DOE clearance dated 9/10/22 was on file. The file for staff #8 contained a disclosure statement which lacked a witness signature.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #8 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days following their first day of attendance. The most recent health report on file is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff persons #7 and #8 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): topic 10 Pediatric CPR and first aid. Staff person #8 also lacks training in topics 1-9. Documentation was not on file at the time of review.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Two pairs of adult scissors were accessible to children in PS1. The scissors were observed in a pen storage cup on a low shelf and in a low unlocked drawer of a plastic storage tower.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #4 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training in the last 12 months. The most recent training on file was dated 9/2023. The file for staff #8 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. The training on file was dated 9/18/24. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025

  8. Nov 13, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for staff #1 did not contain written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “An emergency drill has not been conducted in over 12 months. The most recent documented emergency drill occurred 5/31/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

      “A pothos plant was observed hanging near the window in Room 2. Pothos is designated as a poisonous plant by Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Multiple stained ceiling tiles were observed; one tile in Room 1, three tiles in Room 2, 1 tile in the toddler room, and 1.5 tiles in the toddler restroom. Multiple protruding nail heads were observed along the base of the fence in the outdoor PS play space. Four protruding, sharp wood screws were also observed on a partition intended to prevent access behind the playground storage shed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Two spray bottles containing cleaning materials were accessible to children while children were on the changing table in Room 2. side B. The bottles were observed on the diapering surface, in the corner of the changing area, while a child was being diapered by staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “The following medications observed at the facility lacked written parental consent for administration; hydrocortisone for child #1, cortisone for child #2, and ibuprofen for child #3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Three electrical outlets in Room 2, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger, lacked protective covers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(3) Name on bottle

      “A container of clotrimazole, which was not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended, was observed in the diaper supply cabinet in the young toddler room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A clear plastic bin in Room 2, side A was broken resulting in sharp edges and pinch points.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised during naptime in the young toddler room. Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/01/19..”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/01/19.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #2 contained 3 expired clearances. The clearances were dated as follows; state police 4/29/19, child abuse 5/06/19, and FBI 4/30/19. Staff #2 was observed caring for children unsupervised.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff #1, designated by the director as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

      “After diapering, child #4 returned to playing in Room 2 without first washing their hands.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024

  9. Jun 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the time periods between 3/13 to 4/17/2024 and 4/17 to 5/23/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2024

  10. Mar 20, 2024Inspection37 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “The agreement for child #1 was not signed by the parent and the operator.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #15 does not contain current emergency plan training. The last training on file for staff #15 is dated 1/19/23. The files for staff #3. #4, #7, #9, #10, #12, and #13 contain consecutive emergency plan training documentation dated more than 12 months apart; 1/19/23 and 2/22/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #3 contained consecutive fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months apart; 1/04/23 and 2/15/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 did not contain a valid completed state police clearance. An invoice for the clearance application, dated 8/20/23, was on file. The file for staff #2 contained a state police clearance applied for and completed after their date of hire. The clearance is dated 2/29/24. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff #11 did not contain a valid state police clearance. The file contained a state police clearance which was requested on 7/04/23, but it lacked a dissemination date. The file for staff #14 contained the following clearances dated after hire; a state police clearance dated 3/18/24 and a child abuse 2/20/24 (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff #8 and #15 have not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file for staff #8 being dated 4/07/18 and the previously documented mandated reporter training on file for staff #15 being dated 4/18/18.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #2 and #6 did not complete mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. Staff #9 and #13 did not update mandated reporter training within 60 months. Current training is now on file for staff #2, #6, #9, and #13.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The files for staff #5 and #11, designated as Assistant Group Supervisors on the staff data sheet, did not include documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for staff #15 does not contain a current evaluation. The last evaluation on file for staff #15 is dated 3/06/22. The files for staff #3, #8, #9, and #16 contained evaluations conducted more than 12 months apart, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

      “Staff #5, who qualifies as an aide based on the contents of their file, was observed caring for children alone in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “A bottle of hydrogen peroxide was accessible on a shelf in the unlocked laundry room located off the lobby area. The bottle was labeled keep out of reach of children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kits in the following rooms did not contain all 7 required items; Toddler A and B, PS 1, PS 2 (both sides) and PS3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 26, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A broken wall mounted toilet paper dispenser was observed in the toddler room. The dispenser was previously taped shut, but the tape was no longer in place. Multiple protruding nails were observed on the fence in the preschool age playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The files for children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #9 did not include service reports with documentation of being shared with parents in the past 6 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A broken Magnatile was observed in PS1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement for child #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “The files for children #2 and #7 did not include the child's date of admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact forms for children #1, #6, and #9 did not include the address of the child's physician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact forms for the following children are missing information related to the enrolling parent's home address, home phone number, work address, and/or work phone number; children #1, #4, #6, #7, and #9.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact forms for children #1 and #9 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “The emergency contact forms for children #1 and #7 did not include information related to insurance coverage and/or policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact forms for children #1, #7, and #9 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “The emergency contact information for child #10 was not present in PS2 while the child was in care. Staff attempted to access this information using an Application, however, all required information was not available using the App. The emergency contact information for child #12 was not present in PS3 while the child was in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The emergency contact forms and agreements for the following children have not been reviewed and signed by a parent in the last 6 months; children #2, #4, and #9.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The files for children #2 and #3 lack health assessments conducted in the past 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The file for child #7 contained an immunization record which lacked doses of the vaccines for rotavirus, DTAP, and pneumococcal. A written exemption was not on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(3) Name on bottle

      “The first aid kit in PS1 contained burn cream which was not labeled for a specific child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “While changing a diaper, staff #4 did not use a hands-free can when throwing away the soiled diaper. Staff #4 lifted the trash can lid using their hand.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Peeling white paint was observed on a pillar in the outdoor preschool age playground. The pillar is located near the door to PS3.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “The interior wall of the cubby designated for child #11 was not fully secured to the frame of the storage unit.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “A foam activity mat with multiple visible bite marks was observed in Toddler-B.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “Less than 9 inches of wood mulch was observed in multiple test areas under and around the embedded equipment on the PS playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff #10 and #15 do not contain health assessments conducted in the past 24 months. The files for staff #4, #8, and #13 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart, but are now current. The file for staff #14 contained an initial health assessment dated after their first day in a childcare position.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The files for children #1 and #9 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for staff #11 did not contain written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #2 did not complete training in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Current training is now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #6, enrolled for over 60 days, did not include a health report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.111(b) Posted in group space

      “A complete written plan of daily activities was not posted in PS3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024

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  1. Jan 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the infant room. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: mandated reporter training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “Staff person #3 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).Staff person #1 and facility person #4 have not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated as follows: staff person #1 4/15/18, facility person #4 4/16/18.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The files for staff #2 and #3 contained disclosure statements that were not dated.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2024

  2. Mar 15, 2023Inspection27 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Cracks with sharp edges were observed on a red tub of a water playable in the small playground and on a white trash can in the large playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “Handwashing signs were not posted at the toilet in room 3 and the sink in the restroom of room 2.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “The following items were observed in the restroom of room 3: the toilet was heavily soiled around the base, significant calcium and rust buildup with flaking debris and sharp edges around the faucet, and the wall mounted sink was loose and not fully secured to the wall. The toilet base in room 2 was also heavily soiled. The toilet paper dispenser in room 2 was broken and lacked a cover.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Peeling red paint was observed on the trim of 2 exterior doors accessible to children in the small playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Two sharp trim pieces were observed on exterior wall around the windows of room 3.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The immunization record on file for child #5 did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine after 11/30/20 and lacked documentation of receiving the vaccines for MMR, Varicella, and [name] The immunization record for child #6 did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine after 9/02/21. The immunization record for child #7, who is 7 months old, lacked documentation of receiving the 3rd dose of DTAP, the 3rd dose of pneumococcal, and the annual influenza vaccine. The file for child #9, enrolled for over 60 days, did not contain an immunization record. Written exemptions were not on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(3) Name on bottle

      “Gas relief and Gripe Water, which were not labeled with a child's name, were observed in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “Gas relief and Gripe Water, which lacked written parental consent for administration, were observed in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information for child #9 lacked the addresses for 2 individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact information for child #2 and child #5 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The child service reports for children #1, #6, and #9 were not signed by the parent and lacked alternative documentation to show they had been shared with the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for staff #5 contained consecutive health assessments conducted more than 24 months apart. A current health assessment is now on file. The file for staff #6 lacked a health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The agreement for child #3 was not dated or signed by the parent, therefore compliance could not be determined. The agreement for child #4 has not been updated since 2/19/21. The agreements for children #6, #7, and #9 were not updated within 6 months, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for staff #6 did not contain written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #6 contained pediatric first aid and CPR training conducted more than 90 days after hire. The certificate was dated 2/16/23 (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “The file for child #3 contained an agreement which was not signed by the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “The wooden lockers in room 1, 2, and 3 were observed to have water damage which has caused a loss of structural integrity. Areas of separation between the frame and the locker sections, warped sides, detached doors and detached side walls were observed. Additionally, the interior cabinet wall of the changing table in room 2 was detached.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.27(d) Plan posted

      “The emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location. The plan was located in the director's office, however, a notification that the plan is available for review was not posted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The emergency contact form for child #9 has not been updated since 3/16/22. The emergency contact forms for children #2, #4, and #7 were not updated within 6 months, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “A written emergency transportation plan was not posted in room 3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #5 did not contain a health report conducted within the past 12 months. The file for child #9, enrolled for over 60 days, did not contain a health report.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “Staff #6 has noncompleted the 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022. Based on the date of hire, staff #6 was required to complete the training with in 90 Days. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The files for staff #1, #4, and #5 contained emergency plan training dated more than 12 months apart; the trainings were dated 2/22/21 and 9/13/22. Based on statements made by staff, several files not reviewed also contain training dated more than 12 months apart. Current training is now on file. The file presented for review for staff #7 did not contain documentation of completing emergency plan training.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.72(c) Good repair

      “Holes were observed in window screens in room 2, room 3, and the infant room. The screens of 2 additional windows in room 2 were removed and leaning against the exterior wall of the facility. Based on statements made by staff, the windows are used periodically for ventilation.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for staff #2 contained written evaluations completed more than 12 months apart.. The most recent evaluations were dated 3/30/22 and 4/05/23. The files presented for review for staff #4 and #7 did not contain any written evaluations.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #3, employed since 2007, did not contain documentation of completing training in health and safety topics 1-9 prior to 11/21/22. Current training is now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file presented for review for staff #7 did not contain documentation of completing fire safety training within the last 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023

  3. Feb 23, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary

      “SIN-00216911 was not posted at the facility. Correction of noncompliance cited on SIN-00216911 had not yet been verified by an agent of the Department.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 2/09/23, staff #1 walked approximately 5-7 feet away from a child on the changing table to retrieve supplies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

  4. Feb 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary

      “SIN-00216911 was not posted at the facility. Correction of noncompliance cited on SIN-00216911 had not yet been verified by an agent of the Department.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “On 2/09/23, staff #1 walked approximately 5-7 feet away from a child on the changing table to retrieve supplies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2023

  5. Dec 19, 2022Visit10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/FA.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

      “The files for staff #6 and #7 contained documentation of completing training topics 1-9 as referenced in 3280.31(f) prior to September 30, 2016.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The files for staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not contain written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff #2 and #4 lacked health assessments.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “At approximately 9:20 AM, staff #4 and staff #8 were observed in Toddler B with 9 children, When asked to identify the child in their assigned groups, staff #8 named 5 children. Staff #4 was unable to name the children they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #5 contained CPR/FA certification which was not renewed by the expiration date. The training was previously completed 1/20/20 and was renewed 2/19/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The files for staff #1, #2, and #3, designated by the director as assistant group supervisors, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 did not contain a disclosure statement. The file also contained a child abuse clearance obtained for the purpose of volunteering. The file for staff #2 did not contain a child abuse clearance or a completed FBI clearance. The file for staff #3 contained a disclosure statement which lacked a date and a witness's signature. The file for staff #4 did not contain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, an FBI clearance or a NSOR certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations

      “The hypothetical fire location for 2 consecutive drills was listed as the kitchen on the facility's fire drill log. The drills were conducted on 7/5/22 and 8/1/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “Based on statements made by staff, staff #1 witnessed a child fall and bump his head on the floor, but did not write an incident report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

  6. Dec 19, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/FA.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

      “The files for staff #6 and #7 contained documentation of completing training topics 1-9 as referenced in 3280.31(f) prior to September 30, 2016.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The files for staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not contain written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff #2 and #4 lacked health assessments.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “At approximately 9:20 AM, staff #4 and staff #8 were observed in Toddler B with 9 children, When asked to identify the child in their assigned groups, staff #8 named 5 children. Staff #4 was unable to name the children they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #5 contained CPR/FA certification which was not renewed by the expiration date. The training was previously completed 1/20/20 and was renewed 2/19/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The files for staff #1, #2, and #3, designated by the director as assistant group supervisors, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 did not contain a disclosure statement. The file also contained a child abuse clearance obtained for the purpose of volunteering. The file for staff #2 did not contain a child abuse clearance or a completed FBI clearance. The file for staff #3 contained a disclosure statement which lacked a date and a witness's signature. The file for staff #4 did not contain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, an FBI clearance or a NSOR certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations

      “The hypothetical fire location for 2 consecutive drills was listed as the kitchen on the facility's fire drill log. The drills were conducted on 7/5/22 and 8/1/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “Based on statements made by staff, staff #1 witnessed a child fall and bump his head on the floor, but did not write an incident report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2022

  7. Mar 17, 2022Inspection30 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “The information on how to access the regulations electronically was not provided to the parents of each enrolled child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The operator was not maintaining a written log for testing the fire detection system every 30 days. The operator demonstrated the system on the day of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “The facility had not conducted a fire drill within the past 60 days. The facility lacked written documentation of any fire drills conducted within the past year.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “The file for staff#2 contained a Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certificate that was taken after 90 day of initial employment. Start day 8/30/21 training dated 2/19/22. The file for staff#3 contained a Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certificate that was taken after 90 day of initial employment. Start day 9/3/21 training dated 2/19/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility lacked annual Emergency drill log.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “The emergency plan lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.193(a) Confidential; stored in locked cabinet

      “The staff records were not stored in a locked cabinet.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for staff # 2 lacked the required two written references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “The toilet areas in the preschool room, and TK room lacked washing hands signs posted at each toilet and sink.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “The pipes under the sink in the pre-k room bathroom were rusted. The sink faucet in the TK room appeared to be corroded. The toilets in the girls and boys bathroom in the TK room were soiled with urine.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “There was peeling paint on the window trim by the TV in the preschool room. There was white peeling contact paper from the cabinet under the refrigerator accessible to children in the one year old room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “There was 6 wooden panels pulling of exposing nails and creating a pinching hazard in the 3 playground areas. The was an old desk in the middle playground with the top detached creating a sharp edge and pinching hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first- aid kit in the playground area lacked soap.The first-aid kit in the toddler room lacked tweezers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.72(c) Good repair

      “There were two screens with hole on the window that faces the big playground in the TK room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “There was an uncovered electrical outlet in the learning adventure area, on the wall with the window in the preschool room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The files for staff #5,6 and 8 lacked annual written evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The files for staff #2 and 3 lacked emergency plan training within a week of initial employment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 lacked FBI clearance. The file for staff # 2 didn't have the NSOR clearance . The file for staff #3 didn't have the FBI and the child abuse clearance . The file for staff #6 contained a current FBI clearance that was renewed after expiration date 11/19/15-11/19/20- 5/11/21-5/11/26. the file for staff #8 contained a current FBI clearance that was renewed after expiration date 3/20/15-3/27/21. A current State Police clearance that was renewed after expiration date 3/19/15-2/18/21 and a current Child Abuse clearance that was renewed after expiration date 4/6/15-2/19/21.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff # 1 lacked the mandated reporter training certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.183(a) Locked cabinet

      “The child records were not stored in a locked cabinet.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2022

    • Transportation

      3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

      “The file for child #2 lacked the parent signature for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “Staff #5 and #9 were observed placing a soiled diaper on the changing table during a diaper change, rather than immediately discarding it into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(1) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The files for Child #2,4,6 and 7 lacks documentation of a current influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “The files for child# 5 and #6 both preschool children lacked an updated health report. Child # 5 last report was dated 3/10/21. Child #6 last report was dated 8/25/20.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months

      “The file for child # 2 a young toddler lacked an updated health report. The last report on file is dated 8/16/21.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The files for child # 3,4,5,6,7 and 8 have an emergency contact and agreement form that were not updated in a 6 months period.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “the files for child # 2 and 4 lacked address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The files for child # 1,3,5 and 7 lacked work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “The big playground lacked the recommended loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The much was less than an inch.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There was a cracked bin in the TK room. There was a white plastic paper towel dispenser that was cracked creating rough edges in the toddler 2 room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Kindercare Learning Center/Washington licensed?

Yes. Kindercare Learning Center/Washington is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Kindercare Learning Center/Washington last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 10, 2026, with 27 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kindercare Learning Center/Washington had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 135 rules across 11 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 133 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Kindercare Learning Center/Washington care for?

99, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Kindercare Learning Center/Washington accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Kindercare Learning Center/Washington's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kindercare Learning Center/Washington cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 223-0331 to ask.

What is Kindercare Learning Center/Washington's phone number?

(724) 223-0331.

Where is Kindercare Learning Center/Washington?

63 Wilson Ave, Washington, PA 15301. The nearest other daycare we list is Your Child's Place, 0.7 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).