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655 Sylvan Way, Verona, PA
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The Alphabet Tree
- licensed capacity
- 114
- open each week
- 5 days
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About The Alphabet Tree
The Alphabet Tree is a child care center in Blawnox, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 114 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 107 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 114 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 114 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for The Alphabet Tree
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 114 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259585
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 33 rules cited
Rules cited on 12 of 12 visits · 107 rules in all · 101 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 20
- Safety and hazards 18
- Supervision and ratios 15
- Building, equipment and play areas 13
- Records and paperwork 12
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Background checks 7
- Safe sleep 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- 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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Jul 7, 2026Inspection33 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A container of disinfecting wipes was observed on a cabinet in Classroom 3 near the exit to the eating and restroom areas. School Age children pass through Classroom 3, and the disinfecting wipes would be accessible to them. A sunscreen spray was observed in a bookbag in a classroom cubby accessible to preschool age children in Classroom 4. A bottle of floor cleaner was also observed in an unlocked cabinet in Classroom 4. Three sunscreen sprays were observed in children's bookbags on the floor in Classroom 5. A container of disinfecting wipes was also observed on a low cabinet in Classroom 5. School age children were receiving care in Classroom 5. All items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“A power strip was observed to have 10 uncovered electrical outlets on the teacher desk in Classroom 3. The power strip was accessible to children receiving care in Classroom 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate prior to starting in a child care taking position. Staff Person #4 was observed to be caring for a group of children unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The annual fire safety trainings on file for Staff Persons #1, #3 and #5 exceeded 12 months between trainings. This is evidenced by fire safety trainings dated 11.4.24 and 12.30.25 for Staff Person #1, 1.31.24 and 12.30.25 for Staff Person #3, and 1.5.24 and 12.30.25 for Staff Person #5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Two thorned weeds were observed along the retaining wall in the outdoor play space. The thorned weeds would be accessible to children playing in the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“A copy of the current liability insurance policy was not on file at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“Verification that the facility has submitted annual notification to the local traffic safety authorities was not on file at the time of the inspection. The most recent notification was reported to have occurred on 5.26.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR training, Health and Safety Training and Mandated Reporter Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The files for Staff Persons #1 and #3 lacked 6 of their 12 hours of annual child care training and the file for Staff Person #2 lacked 1.5 of their 12 hours of child care training in their respective training year of December 2024 to December 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact forms on file for Children #1 and #3 lacked signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updates to the financial agreements on file for Children #1 and #2 exceeded 6 months between review. This was evidenced by financial agreements dated 6.25.25 and 7.6.26 for Child #1 and 12.14.24 and 7.1.26 for Child #2. The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements on file for Children #3, #4, #5 and #6 exceeded 6 months between review and update. This was evidenced by emergency contact forms being dated 12.1.25 and 7.1.26 and financial agreements dated 9.5.25 and 7.1.26 for Child #3, emergency contact forms and financial agreements dated 12.2025 and 7.2026 for Child #4. emergency contact forms and financial agreements being dated 5.2025 and 7.2026 for Child #5, and emergency contact forms being dated 9.22.25 and 5.26.26 and one agreement on file dated 7.1.26 for Child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Two unlabeled bottles, intended for a child in care, were observed in the refrigerator in Classroom 1”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.165 Menus
“A menu, at least 1 week in advance, was not posted at the facility at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for Child #1 lacked verification that the child had received their recommended Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, Polio, MMR and Varicella vaccinations. The file for Child #5 lacked verification that the child had received their recommended 15-18 month DTAP vaccination. The file for Child #6 lacked verification that they had received their recommended 6 month DTAP, HIB and Pneumococcal vaccinations. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The updated health reports on file for Child #2, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between reports dated 12.20.24 and 2.11.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The files for Children #1 and #6, young toddlers, lacked a current health report that had been completed within the last 6 months. The most recent health report was dated 6.27.25 for Child #1 and 11.4.25 for Child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for Child #3 lacked an initial health report within 60 days of starting at the facility. The initial health report was completed 125 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in Classroom 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“An emergency contact form was missing for a child receiving care in Classroom 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the address for the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement for Child #6 lacked the child's admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for Children #1 and #5 lacked an approved developmental assessment that had been completed within 6 months of starting at the facility. The CSR on file for Child #1 was dated 331 days and the CSR on file for Child #5 was dated 624 days after starting. The files for Children #2, #3 and #4 lacked current developmental assessments that had been completed within the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The current agreement on file for Child #3 lacked the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.123(a) Signed
“The current agreement on file for Child #1 was not signed by the parent. The current agreement on file for Child #6 was not signed by the Operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Classroom 5. School age children were observed to be receiving care in Classroom 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Several rest mats in Classrooms 2, 3 and 4 were observed to be unlabeled for use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.105 High Chairs
“Two young toddlers were observed in highchairs without the safety straps being engaged in Classroom 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A cracked lid with a potential pinch point was observed in Classroom 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“An exit leading outside from Classroom 4 was observed to be blocked by a large box filled with classroom items”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Splintering wood was observed on the bottom of a door to a storage area in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted at the telephone in Classroom 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“The hot water in the restroom was measured at 116.1° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.66(b) Original container
“A container of disinfecting wipes was observed on a low cabinet next to cookies and other snacks in Classroom 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
Mar 23, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had completed pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“It was reported that an infant had been permitted to sleep in a swing for 10-20 minutes. The infant was not moved to a crib when they were observed to have fallen asleep. This did not allow for compliance with the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.112 Infant/Toddler Stimulation
“An infant was observed to be in a swing from 12:20pm to 2:06pm. This is not acceptable to provide appropriate stimulation to the infant.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had completed pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“It was reported that an infant had been permitted to sleep in a swing for 10-20 minutes. The infant was not moved to a crib when they were observed to have fallen asleep. This did not allow for compliance with the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.112 Infant/Toddler Stimulation
“An infant was observed to be in a swing from 12:20pm to 2:06pm. This is not acceptable to provide appropriate stimulation to the infant.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
Jan 14, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 10:40am, Staff Person #2 was observed to exit the door leading from Classroom 3, an infant rest room, with 1 infant. It was reported that this infant had just awakened from a nap. Certification Rep reviewed video surveillance from Classroom 1 and observed both Staff Person's #1 and #2 to be present in Classroom 1 at 10:30am. Certification Rep spoke with Staff Person #2 who confirmed that two infants had been sleeping in Classroom 3 at approximately 9am, with one infant waking at 10am and the second waking at approximately 10:40am. Staff Person #2 reported that they "had been going back and forth [between Classroom 1 and Classroom 3] during the time the children were napping." Based on Staff reports and video observation, a Staff Person would not have been physically present in Classroom 3 during the duration an infant was napping to allow for appropriate supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.78 Lighting
“At approximately 1:20pm Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for 4 infants in Classroom 3. An adequate source of artificial or natural light was not present in the classroom. This lack of lightening did not allow for appropriate supervision of children. Certification Rep confirmed with Staff Person #3 that they could not see the children well due to the lack of lighting.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“At approximately 10:40am, Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for 5 infants alone in Classroom 1. The staff:child ratio for infants is 1:4. Staff Person #2 was observed to exit the door leading from Classroom 3, an infant resting room, with 1 infant. It was reported that this infant had just awakened. Certification Rep reviewed video surveillance from Classroom 1 and observed both Staff Person's #1 and #2 to be present in Classroom 1 at 10:30am. Certification Rep spoke with Staff Person #2 who confirmed that two infants had been sleeping in Classroom 3 at approximately 9am, with one infant waking at 10am and the second waking at approximately 10:40am. Staff Person #2 reported that they "had been going back and forth [between Classroom 1 and Classroom 3] during the time the children were napping." Based on staff reports and video observation, a staff person would not have been present in Classroom 3 during the duration an infant was napping to meet the required staff:child ratio requirements.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 10:40am, Staff Person #2 was observed to exit the door leading from Classroom 3, an infant rest room, with 1 infant. It was reported that this infant had just awakened from a nap. Certification Rep reviewed video surveillance from Classroom 1and observed both Staff Person's #1 and #2 to be present in Classroom 1 at 10:30am. Certification Rep spoke with Staff Person #2 who confirmed that two infants had been sleeping in Classroom 3 at approximately 9am, with one infant waking at 10am and the second waking at approximately 10:40am. Staff Person #2 reported that they "had been going back and forth [between Classroom 1 and Classroom 3] during the time the children were napping." Based on Staff reports and video observation, a Staff Person would not have been present in Classroom 3 during the duration an infant was napping to allow for appropriate supervision of the child. At approximately 1:20pm four infants were observed in cribs in Classroom 3. The Classroom lacked appropriate artificial or natural lighting to allow for Staff to properly see the children for appropriate supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
Jan 14, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 10:40am, Staff Person #2 was observed to exit the door leading from Classroom 3, an infant rest room, with 1 infant. It was reported that this infant had just awakened from a nap. Certification Rep reviewed video surveillance from Classroom 1 and observed both Staff Person's #1 and #2 to be present in Classroom 1 at 10:30am. Certification Rep spoke with Staff Person #2 who confirmed that two infants had been sleeping in Classroom 3 at approximately 9am, with one infant waking at 10am and the second waking at approximately 10:40am. Staff Person #2 reported that they "had been going back and forth [between Classroom 1 and Classroom 3] during the time the children were napping." Based on Staff reports and video observation, a Staff Person would not have been physically present in Classroom 3 during the duration an infant was napping to allow for appropriate supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.78 Lighting
“At approximately 1:20pm Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for 4 infants in Classroom 3. An adequate source of artificial or natural light was not present in the classroom. This lack of lightening did not allow for appropriate supervision of children. Certification Rep confirmed with Staff Person #3 that they could not see the children well due to the lack of lighting.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“At approximately 10:40am, Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for 5 infants alone in Classroom 1. The staff:child ratio for infants is 1:4. Staff Person #2 was observed to exit the door leading from Classroom 3, an infant resting room, with 1 infant. It was reported that this infant had just awakened. Certification Rep reviewed video surveillance from Classroom 1 and observed both Staff Person's #1 and #2 to be present in Classroom 1 at 10:30am. Certification Rep spoke with Staff Person #2 who confirmed that two infants had been sleeping in Classroom 3 at approximately 9am, with one infant waking at 10am and the second waking at approximately 10:40am. Staff Person #2 reported that they "had been going back and forth [between Classroom 1 and Classroom 3] during the time the children were napping." Based on staff reports and video observation, a staff person would not have been present in Classroom 3 during the duration an infant was napping to meet the required staff:child ratio requirements.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 10:40am, Staff Person #2 was observed to exit the door leading from Classroom 3, an infant rest room, with 1 infant. It was reported that this infant had just awakened from a nap. Certification Rep reviewed video surveillance from Classroom 1and observed both Staff Person's #1 and #2 to be present in Classroom 1 at 10:30am. Certification Rep spoke with Staff Person #2 who confirmed that two infants had been sleeping in Classroom 3 at approximately 9am, with one infant waking at 10am and the second waking at approximately 10:40am. Staff Person #2 reported that they "had been going back and forth [between Classroom 1 and Classroom 3] during the time the children were napping." Based on Staff reports and video observation, a Staff Person would not have been present in Classroom 3 during the duration an infant was napping to allow for appropriate supervision of the child. At approximately 1:20pm four infants were observed in cribs in Classroom 3. The Classroom lacked appropriate artificial or natural lighting to allow for Staff to properly see the children for appropriate supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
Sep 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had updated their Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on or before the expiration of the prior certification. This is evidenced by a training certification having expired in 12.2022 and an updated training certification being completed on 7.15.25. The information for Staff Person #1 has not been included on Staff Worksheets since their 2022 Renewal Inspection despite continued employment at the facility resulting in their file not being properly assessed at the last 3 renewal inspections.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked prior fire safety training that had been completed within the 12 months prior to the current training dated 7.15.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The updates to the FBI clearances on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances dated 2.20.20 and 5.30.25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Jul 31, 2025Complaint investigation22 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #6 lacked two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked 4.5 of their 12 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The most recent health report on file for Staff Person #5 lacked a date to verify that it had been completed within the last 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A used pull up was observed in an unlidded garbage can at the changing table, reported to not be use, on the right side of Classroom #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“The portable sink next to the changing table on the left side of Classroom #5 was in disrepair. Staff reported using hand sanitizer following diapering of Preschool Children. An operable portable sink was in place on the right side however another Staff Person reported using hand sanitizer following the diapering of Older Toddler and Preschool Children. Staff in Classroom #4 reported using hand sanitizer following the diapering of Toddler age Children in the classroom. Certification Rep observed Older Toddler and Preschool Children transitioning from Classroom #5 to the classroom for meals only. The children were seated without first washing their hands. It was confirmed that they had not washed their hands prior to entering the classroom for meals. Classroom #4 was observed to have already been present in the meal classroom eating their lunch. Staff confirmed that these children also had not washed their hands prior to eating lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“An unlabeled Zarbee's Cough Syrup was observed in a bin with Sunscreens in Classroom #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 9:46 Staff Person's #2 and #8 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that was determined to include 4 young school age children and 17 preschool age children in Classroom #6. Both Staff initially reported there being 20 children present. 21 children were observed in the space. Staff Person #2 identified being responsible for 10 preschool age children but then named 8 children using the face to name tags in place. Staff Person #7 reported Staff Person #2 had given them two of their face to name tags and gave two tags to Staff Person #2 who then identified two additional children. Staff Person #7 then identified being responsible for 4 young school age and 5 preschool children. This left 2 preschool children not identified by either staff person.”
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Small pom poms, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, were observed in the bottom drawer of a drawer unit in the art area in Classroom #5. Older Toddlers were observed to be receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“One cracked lid with a potential pinch point was observed on a bin in Classroom #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“A source of running water was not present at the changing area in Classroom #4. The portable sink at the changing table on the left side of Classroom #5 was reported to not be used as the sink was clogged.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2025
3270.72(b) Screened
“The door from Classroom #7, leading to the outdoor play space, was observed to be open. A screen was not in place.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Four bottles of sunscreen and a Lysol Spray was observed on a low cart in Classroom #7. An unlocked closet was also observed to contain a large box with spray paints. The items would be accessible to Preschool and School Children who pass through the space to go to the outdoor play space and the classroom is reported to be used for overflow at times. All items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children. Bingo daubers, labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, were observed in a bin with the children's toys in Classroom #6. The bingo daubers were accessible to Preschool and School Age children receiving care in the space. In Classroom #5, one bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on a teacher desk on the left side of the classroom, another bottle of hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes were observed on a drawer unit next to the changing table on the left side. A bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on the drawer unit on the right side of the classroom. A bottle of hand sanitizer and air freshener spray was observed in the unlocked staff restroom located off of the eating area used by children in the facility. The items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.”
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Three electrical outlets were observed to be missing protective receptacle covers in Classroom #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked a written evaluation that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent written evaluation was dated 1.30.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current PA Child Abuse Clearance and and NSOR Certificate. The most recent PA Child Abuse Clearance was dated 5.11.20 and the most recent NSOR was dated 6.4.20 for Staff Person #1. The files for Staff Person #2 and #3 lacked a current NSOR Certificate. The most recent NSOR certificates on file for Staff Person #1 and #2 were both dated 5.22.20. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a disclosure statement that had been completed within 90 days of starting at the facility.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked verification that they had completed annual fire safety training within the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training on file was completed on 1.30.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked verification that they had received annual emergency plan training within the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training on file was completed on 1.24.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“A pair of adult scissors were observed in an unlocked drawer in Classroom #5. The scissors were accessible to Preschool age children receiving care in the space. A loose crib sheet was observed on one of the cribs in Classroom #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“An infant, reported by Staff to be 5-6 months old, was observed to be propped on a boppy pillow on the floor with a neck pillow in front of their neck propping the bottle. The infant was not being held while being bottle fed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A soiled ceiling tile, that appeared to have mold around a vent, was observed in Classroom #4.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on interviews with Staff at the time of an unannounced visit, it was reported that there are times that the facility is noncompliant with the staff:child ratio requirements with similar age children.”
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At approximately 9:46am, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to caring for a mixed age group that included 4 young school age and 17 preschool aged children. The mixed age ratio for a group that includes preschool children is 1:10.”
Jul 31, 2025Inspection22 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #6 lacked two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked 4.5 of their 12 hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The most recent health report on file for Staff Person #5 lacked a date to verify that it had been completed within the last 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A used pull up was observed in an unlidded garbage can at the changing table, reported to not be use, on the right side of Classroom #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“The portable sink next to the changing table on the left side of Classroom #5 was in disrepair. Staff reported using hand sanitizer following diapering of Preschool Children. An operable portable sink was in place on the right side however another Staff Person reported using hand sanitizer following the diapering of Older Toddler and Preschool Children. Staff in Classroom #4 reported using hand sanitizer following the diapering of Toddler age Children in the classroom. Certification Rep observed Older Toddler and Preschool Children transitioning from Classroom #5 to the classroom for meals only. The children were seated without first washing their hands. It was confirmed that they had not washed their hands prior to entering the classroom for meals. Classroom #4 was observed to have already been present in the meal classroom eating their lunch. Staff confirmed that these children also had not washed their hands prior to eating lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“An unlabeled Zarbee's Cough Syrup was observed in a bin with Sunscreens in Classroom #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 9:46 Staff Person's #2 and #8 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that was determined to include 4 young school age children and 17 preschool age children in Classroom #6. Both Staff initially reported there being 20 children present. 21 children were observed in the space. Staff Person #2 identified being responsible for 10 preschool age children but then named 8 children using the face to name tags in place. Staff Person #7 reported Staff Person #2 had given them two of their face to name tags and gave two tags to Staff Person #2 who then identified two additional children. Staff Person #7 then identified being responsible for 4 young school age and 5 preschool children. This left 2 preschool children not identified by either staff person.”
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Small pom poms, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, were observed in the bottom drawer of a drawer unit in the art area in Classroom #5. Older Toddlers were observed to be receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“One cracked lid with a potential pinch point was observed on a bin in Classroom #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“A source of running water was not present at the changing area in Classroom #4. The portable sink at the changing table on the left side of Classroom #5 was reported to not be used as the sink was clogged.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2025
3270.72(b) Screened
“The door from Classroom #7, leading to the outdoor play space, was observed to be open. A screen was not in place.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Four bottles of sunscreen and a Lysol Spray was observed on a low cart in Classroom #7. An unlocked closet was also observed to contain a large box with spray paints. The items would be accessible to Preschool and School Children who pass through the space to go to the outdoor play space and the classroom is reported to be used for overflow at times. All items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children. Bingo daubers, labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, were observed in a bin with the children's toys in Classroom #6. The bingo daubers were accessible to Preschool and School Age children receiving care in the space. In Classroom #5, one bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on a teacher desk on the left side of the classroom, another bottle of hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes were observed on a drawer unit next to the changing table on the left side. A bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on the drawer unit on the right side of the classroom. A bottle of hand sanitizer and air freshener spray was observed in the unlocked staff restroom located off of the eating area used by children in the facility. The items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.”
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Three electrical outlets were observed to be missing protective receptacle covers in Classroom #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked a written evaluation that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent written evaluation was dated 1.30.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current PA Child Abuse Clearance and and NSOR Certificate. The most recent PA Child Abuse Clearance was dated 5.11.20 and the most recent NSOR was dated 6.4.20 for Staff Person #1. The files for Staff Person #2 and #3 lacked a current NSOR Certificate. The most recent NSOR certificates on file for Staff Person #1 and #2 were both dated 5.22.20. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a disclosure statement that had been completed within 90 days of starting at the facility.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked verification that they had completed annual fire safety training within the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training on file was completed on 1.30.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The file for Staff Person #5 lacked verification that they had received annual emergency plan training within the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training on file was completed on 1.24.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“A pair of adult scissors were observed in an unlocked drawer in Classroom #5. The scissors were accessible to Preschool age children receiving care in the space. A loose crib sheet was observed on one of the cribs in Classroom #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“An infant, reported by Staff to be 5-6 months old, was observed to be propped on a boppy pillow on the floor with a neck pillow in front of their neck propping the bottle. The infant was not being held while being bottle fed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A soiled ceiling tile, that appeared to have mold around a vent, was observed in Classroom #4.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on interviews with Staff at the time of an unannounced visit, it was reported that there are times that the facility is noncompliant with the staff:child ratio requirements with similar age children.”
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At approximately 9:46am, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to caring for a mixed age group that included 4 young school age and 17 preschool aged children. The mixed age ratio for a group that includes preschool children is 1:10.”
Apr 22, 2025Complaint investigation8 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #1 lacked requests or completed clearances for an out of state Child Abuse Clearance and a Sex Offender Clearance for states they have resided in within the last 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #2, previously removed from a child care position on 2/24/25 due to lack of required out of state Child Abuse clearance, was observed to be interacting with and serving lunch to a mixed group of young toddler and preschoolers in the eating area of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 4/22/25 at approximately 11:05 while assessing supervision and ratio, Staff #4 was observed plating food in the front eating area and did not have a supervision group. An infant was observed in a high chair in the eating area. The infant was in Staff #3's supervision group and Staff #3 was not in the room at the time. Staff #3 was observed leaving the Infant room and walking into the eating area while carrying a second infant and putting them in a high chair. When Staff #3 left the Infant Room, Staff #3 left five infants alone with no other staff members in the room. When Staff #3 was asked to name their supervision group, Staff #3 named the two infants in the high chair and began mentioning the children in the Infant Room. While discussing supervision groups with Staff #3, Staff #5 walked into the Infant Room. Staff #5 was the only staff member in the Infant Room and named five infants in their supervision group. At that time, Staff #4 walked into the Infant Room, putting the room back in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The most recent 30-day fire alarm testing on the fire alarm testing log is dated 3/21/25, more than 30 days prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/22/25 at approximately 11:05 while assessing supervision and ratio, Staff #4 was observed plating food in the front eating area and did not have a supervision group. An infant was observed in a high chair in the eating area. The infant was in Staff #3's supervision group and Staff #3 was not in the room at the time. Staff #3 was observed leaving the Infant room and walking into the eating area while carrying a second infant and putting them in a high chair. When Staff #3 left the Infant Room, Staff #3 left five infants alone with no other staff members in the room. When Staff #3 was asked to name their supervision group, Staff #3 named the two infants in the high chair and began mentioning the children in the Infant Room. While discussing supervision groups with Staff #3, Staff #5 walked into the Infant Room. Staff #5 was the only staff member in the Infant Room and named five infants in their supervision group. At that time, Staff #4 walked into the Infant Room, putting the room back in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 4/22/25 at approximately 11:05 while assessing supervision and ratio, Staff #2 was observed plating food in the front eating area and did not have a supervision group. An infant was observed in a high chair in the eating area. The infant was in Staff #1's supervision group and Staff #1 was not in the room at the time. Staff #1 was observed leaving the Infant room and walking into the eating area while carrying a second infant and putting them in a high chair. When Staff #1 left the Infant Room, Staff #1 left five infants alone with no other staff members in the room. When Staff #1 was asked to name their supervision group, Staff #1 named the two infants in the high chair and began mentioning the children in the Infant Room. While discussing supervision groups with Staff #1, Staff #3 walked into the Infant Room. Staff #3 was the only staff member in the Infant Room and named five infants in their supervision group. At that time, Staff #2 walked into the Infant Room, putting the room back in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“At approximately 11:10 AM, a mixed age group of 30 children ranging from young toddler to preschoolers, were observed in Classroom 5 (Older Toddlers and Preschool 1) which has a designated maximum capacity of 28.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Based on interviews, rest equipment lacks two feet on three sides of a bed, cot, crib, or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #1 lacked requests or completed clearances for an out of state Child Abuse Clearance and a Sex Offender Clearance for states they have resided in within the last 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #2, previously removed from a child care position on 2/24/25 due to lack of required out of state Child Abuse clearance, was observed to be interacting with and serving lunch to a mixed group of young toddler and preschoolers in the eating area of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 4/22/25 at approximately 11:05 while assessing supervision and ratio, Staff #4 was observed plating food in the front eating area and did not have a supervision group. An infant was observed in a high chair in the eating area. The infant was in Staff #3's supervision group and Staff #3 was not in the room at the time. Staff #3 was observed leaving the Infant room and walking into the eating area while carrying a second infant and putting them in a high chair. When Staff #3 left the Infant Room, Staff #3 left five infants alone with no other staff members in the room. When Staff #3 was asked to name their supervision group, Staff #3 named the two infants in the high chair and began mentioning the children in the Infant Room. While discussing supervision groups with Staff #3, Staff #5 walked into the Infant Room. Staff #5 was the only staff member in the Infant Room and named five infants in their supervision group. At that time, Staff #4 walked into the Infant Room, putting the room back in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The most recent 30-day fire alarm testing on the fire alarm testing log is dated 3/21/25, more than 30 days prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/22/25 at approximately 11:05 while assessing supervision and ratio, Staff #4 was observed plating food in the front eating area and did not have a supervision group. An infant was observed in a high chair in the eating area. The infant was in Staff #3's supervision group and Staff #3 was not in the room at the time. Staff #3 was observed leaving the Infant room and walking into the eating area while carrying a second infant and putting them in a high chair. When Staff #3 left the Infant Room, Staff #3 left five infants alone with no other staff members in the room. When Staff #3 was asked to name their supervision group, Staff #3 named the two infants in the high chair and began mentioning the children in the Infant Room. While discussing supervision groups with Staff #3, Staff #5 walked into the Infant Room. Staff #5 was the only staff member in the Infant Room and named five infants in their supervision group. At that time, Staff #4 walked into the Infant Room, putting the room back in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 4/22/25 at approximately 11:05 while assessing supervision and ratio, Staff #2 was observed plating food in the front eating area and did not have a supervision group. An infant was observed in a high chair in the eating area. The infant was in Staff #1's supervision group and Staff #1 was not in the room at the time. Staff #1 was observed leaving the Infant room and walking into the eating area while carrying a second infant and putting them in a high chair. When Staff #1 left the Infant Room, Staff #1 left five infants alone with no other staff members in the room. When Staff #1 was asked to name their supervision group, Staff #1 named the two infants in the high chair and began mentioning the children in the Infant Room. While discussing supervision groups with Staff #1, Staff #3 walked into the Infant Room. Staff #3 was the only staff member in the Infant Room and named five infants in their supervision group. At that time, Staff #2 walked into the Infant Room, putting the room back in ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“At approximately 11:10 AM, a mixed age group of 30 children ranging from young toddler to preschoolers, were observed in Classroom 5 (Older Toddlers and Preschool 1) which has a designated maximum capacity of 28.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Based on interviews, rest equipment lacks two feet on three sides of a bed, cot, crib, or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
Show 5 earlier visits
Feb 24, 2025Inspection21 rules cited
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for Child #3 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of starting at the facility. An initial assessment was not on file until 1079 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility exceeded 30 days between documented smoke alarm testing on 11.1.24 and 12.3.24 and 12.3.24 and 1.8.25. There was no documentation of alarm testing in the last 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility lacked documentation that they had completed an annual emergency drill in the last 12 months. The most recent emergency drill on file was dated 4.6.23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #3 lacked one written, nonfamily reference. One of the two references on file was a relative.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Staff Person #2 was observed to change a child's diaper in Classroom #5 and place the child down without ensuring the child washed their hands prior to returning to playing with toys in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for Child #1, a preschool age child, lacked an updated health report that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent report on file for Child #1 was dated 1.22.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file for Child #4, a young toddler, lacked updated health reports every 6 months. The health reports on file were dated 1.26.24 and 1.28.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreements for Children #1, #2, and #3 have exceeded 6 months since last review in July 2024. The update to the financial agreement for Child #4 has exceeded 6 months since last review in July 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in Classroom #2 (the back infant nap room).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the address for one of the release persons listed. The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked the addresses for all of the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The file for Child #2 was observed to contain an original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“In the cubby areas of Classroom 5 (used by Toddler and Preschool age children) 5 unlabeled mats were observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In Classroom #7 (the school age classroom) two damaged ceiling tiles were observed in the loft area. One of the damaged tiles allowed a large area of insulation to be visible. In the outdoor play space one of the railroad ties on the retaining wall was observed to be damaged causing splintering wood. Also in the outdoor play space, a yellow door to the left upon entrance to the play space was observed to be disrepair with splintering wood along the bottom.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“A first aid kit was missing from Classroom #2 (the back infant nap room).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“In the Preschool area of Classroom #5 an open front garbage can was observed to contain used tissues and disposable cups used by the children. The open front of the garbage can did not allow containment of the trash contaminated by human secretions.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on the desk in Classroom #7 (the school age classroom). The room is not currently in use, but children do pass through the classroom to enter the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current FBI Clearance that had been completed within the last 60 months. The most recent FBI Clearance was dated 8.24.19. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a current request for a PA State Police Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The request on file was dated 2 years prior to starting. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a completed PA State Police Clearance as the one on file was listed as "Under Review". Staff Person #2 has exceeded 45 days in a child care taking position. (Refer to LIS Code Sheet). A completed PA State Police Clearance was not on file until 189 days after starting in a child care taking position. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a completed out of state Child Abuse Clearance for a state they have resided in within the last 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The completed Pediatric First Aid and CPR training was completed 285 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked completion of the required Health and Safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The Health and Safety trainings were not completed until 160 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked completion of the required Health and Safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The Health and Safety trainings were not completed until 111 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked completion of their Pediatric First Aid and CPR training and their Health and Safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training was completed 627 days after starting and the health and safety training was completed 160 days after starting.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“A pair of adult scissors were observed on the desk in the Preschool area of Classroom #5. The scissors were accessible to preschool age children receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The current health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 lacked a statement from the physician regarding their suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
Feb 2, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was peeling paint on the right-side wall in the YT room. There was peeling paint on the back wall in the OT room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There was a cracked clear bin and cracked lid in the eating area room. There was a yellow school bus and a green connector bunny toy broken in the young older room. There was a broken fire truck toy in the Preschool room. There was a broken orange hanging toy on the toy house in the pre-k room. There was a damaged spot exposing splinters on top of the cubbies in the eating area room .”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child # 1 lacked a child service report. The file for child # 2 contained a current child service report dated 1/31/24 that was conducted more than 6 months from the prior report dated 1/27/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff # 4 contained a current State Police clearance dated 1/4/24, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior State Police clearance dated 1/3/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The young toddler room refrigerator temperature was 50 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.133(7) Medication log
“The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a prescription medication, Auvi Q 0.15 mg Epinephrine injection for child # 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for staff # 1 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/5/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 2 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/5/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 3 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/5/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 4 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/30/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 5 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/16/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 6 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1//24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 7 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/5/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 8 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/9/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 9 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/30/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 10 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/30/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22. The file for staff # 11 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/9/24. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 12/14/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“Staff # 8 kept a soiled diaper on the changing table until she was done with the diaper change, instead of discarding it immediately into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for staff # 5 and 6 lacked written evaluation every 12 months. The last evaluation on file is dated 1/24/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The files for child # 1 and 2 lacked the information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation, on the Emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child # 3 a preschooler contained an updated health report dated 8/3/23. The previous report was dated 8/1/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“There was a backpack in the YT room that contained fever and pain medication label " keep out of reach of children." Accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There were 2 damaged ceiling tiles in the infant room. There was a damaged ceiling grid in the bathroom. There was a damaged ceiling tile grid in the eating area room. There were two broken floor boards that created a tripping hazard in the OT room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
Jul 10, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
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): First-aid/CPR and Health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023
Feb 22, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The 1 hour health and safety in the file for staff person #4 was dated 12/31/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The last two mandated reporter trainings in the file for staff person #4 were dated 11/27/17 and 12/30/22. The last two mandated reporter training in the file fir staff person #9 were dated 10/10/17 and 11/23/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The last two evaluations in the files for staff person #1 through #9 were dated 1/14/22 and 1/24/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“There was a can of Lysol Disinfectant spray on the diaper table in the Preschool 2 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“There was one time in the previous 12 months that the fire detection system was tested 31 days apart: 10/7/22 and 11/7/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The last two child assessments in the file for child #1 were dated 12/29/21 and 1/19/23. The last two child assessments in the file for child #2 were dated 1/28/21 and 1/17/23. The last two child assessments in the file for child #3 were dated 12/29/21 and 1/27/23. The last two child assessments in the file for child #4 were dated 12/29/21 and 1/17/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The last two health reports in the file for child #1, a young toddler, were dated 10/5/21 and 5/2/22 and the last health report is dated more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The last two health reports in the file for child #4, a preschooler, were dated 6/25/21 and 8/1/22. The last two health reports in the file for child #5, a preschooler, were dated 9/10/21 and 1/16/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“There was one handwashing sign for both sinks in the children's bathroom off the lunch room. There was one handwashing sign for both the diaper table and the camping sink in the front of the Toddler/Preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #3 were dated 11/27/20 and 1/18/23. The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #4 were dated 12/7/20 and 1/26/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #10 did not include two letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“The large screen television in the older toddler/preschool 1 room was not anchored, creating a possible tipping hazard. The facility's shaken baby policy did not include information regarding the identification and prevention of child maltreatment/abuse.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023
Feb 25, 2022Inspection12 rules cited
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility's plan for a lockdown was not included in the letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Current firesafety training was completed by Facility Persons #1 and #2 more than 12 months after the prior firesafety training, according to documentation on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Facility Person #4 began employment in a child care position on 6/23/21 with a signed disclosure statement and proof of application for an NSOR clearance both dated 6/21/21. The NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #4 was dated 12/21/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There were areas of of peeling paint/damaged plaster in the infant room on the wall behind a chair and where the gate attaches at the doorway to the kitchen area. There was an area of peeling paint on the wall in the 3's room next to the door to the 4's room, behind a trash can and near the block area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2022
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The current emergency contact forms and agreements on file for children #1, #3 and #4 were reviewed and updated by a parent in writing more than 6 months after the previous review. The most recent emergency contact and agreement form on file for child #2 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“There was no documentation of a current flu vaccine on file (recommended annually by the ACIP) on file for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“The written safe routes for pick-up and drop-off was not posted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022
3270.15(b) Building Codes
“It was observed that the operator had added interior walls to the facility, which, according to the municipality's building inspector, would require an inspection and updated occupancy permit. The operator had failed to apply for and obtain a revised occupancy permit as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“There was no documentation of an emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Facility Persons #3 and #4 each completed pediatric first aid and CPR more than 90 days after their hire dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Documentation of testing of the facility's smoke detectors indicates that more than 30 days passed between testing on the following dates: 7/16/21-8/16/21; 12/10/21-1/10/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“There were no emergency contact forms in the front lunch room for the children having lunch in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Alphabet Tree
Is The Alphabet Tree licensed?
Yes. The Alphabet Tree is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Alphabet Tree last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 33 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Alphabet Tree had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 107 rules across 12 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 101 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 The Alphabet Tree care for?
114, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does The Alphabet Tree accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Alphabet Tree's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Alphabet Tree cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 826-8221 to ask.
What is The Alphabet Tree's phone number?
(412) 826-8221.
Where is The Alphabet Tree?
500 Center Ave, Blawnox, PA 15238. The nearest other daycare we list is The LEO Academy for Early Education, 0.1 miles away.