The Red Balloon Daycare

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

“The record for staff person #1 included a current NSOR verification certificate dated 5/18/2025, which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous NSOR verification certificate on 12/23/2019.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“The two most recent written evaluations of staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #11 were completed more than 12 months apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“The following cleaning materials and other toxic materials labeled keep out of the reach of children were observed in areas accessible to children in room 204: A bottle of CeraVe, Eczema Honey and Dove for Sensitive Skin lotion was on the chalkboard tray and a mop containing cleaning fluid was leaning against the wall.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

“A ZZ plant that was identified as being toxic to humans was observed in room 204.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.75(a) In child care spaces

“There was no first-aid kit in room 109.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“There were (6) sharp metal bolts protruding from the gates in the outdoor play spaces. There were (7) sharp metal toilet floor bolts that were not covered in the girls bathroom on the 2nd floor. There was a gap between a piece of wood trim and the poured play surface that created a tripping hazard for preschoolers using the outdoor play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“Peeling paint was observed on the railing in the school-age play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026

3270.81 Glass

“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the glass entrance doors to the buildings.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

“One of the front doors to the church was unable to be opened without force; a table was positioned directly in front of the double doors to the sanctuary and bouncy toys were stored between a gate and the door in room 107 causing the exits to be obstructed.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2026

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“A cracked flower pot was observed in the school-age play space. Torn rest mats were observed in rooms 201 and 204. Two red cardboard blocks and a white container used to store play food in the All Stars room were ripped. A bin containing [name] head parts and a mesh ball container were broken in room 106.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“The seam of the changing pad in room 106 was split and the foam filling was exposed.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

“In the lamb room, two cribs were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides of them.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

“The two most recent child service reports for child #2 were completed more than 6 months apart. The child service report for child #3 was completed more than 6 months following the child's date of admission.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2026

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

“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“Emergency contact information was not present for children receiving care in room 109.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2026

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

“The two most recent health reports for child #4, a preschool child, were conducted more than 12 months apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026

3270.133(1) Original container

“An inhaler was accepted for a child in care without the original container.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“In rooms 100 and 104, staff were observed placing soiled diapers on the changing table before discarding them. The hands-free feature was not functioning on the diaper can in room 106.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026

3270.171(c) Safe routes posted

“The drop-off and pick up procedure posted in the facility did not specify the pedestrian and vehicular routes determined to be safe.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2026

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

“Staff person #6 completed pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training on 5/26/2026, which was more than 90 days following their date of hire.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.94(a)(2) Different times of day

“Fire drills were conducted at the same time of the day.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2026

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

“The fire detection system was not tested every 30 days during the time period between 12/30/25 to 2/5/2026; 4/2 to 5/18/2026 and 5/18 to 6/18/2026.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2026

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“Empty plastic shopping bags were observed in an unlocked file cabinet accessible to children in room 205.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Staff #7 completed mandated reporter training on 2/10/2025, which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous training on 2/8/2020.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026

3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

“Video from July 30, 2025, showed Staff Person #1 engaged in conversation with other staff while supervising toddlers in the sanctuary. Staff Person #1 then walked over to Child #1, used their foot to position a mat directly in the child's path, and guided the child by the hand toward the mat, causing the child to stumble and fall onto the mat. According to staff statements, Staff Person #1 stated that Child #1 cries every time they fall and then intentionally demonstrated this by causing the child to fall. Based on the video evidence and staff interviews, the investigation concluded that Staff Person #1 intentionally caused the child to fall and singled the child out for ridicule.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“The following conditions were accessible and posed a threat to the health and safety of children in care: sharp adult scissors in the all stars room; a sharp pizza cutter in an unlocked drawer in the safari room; a long extension cord draped over furniture in the fly guys room; and sharp adult scissors and batteries in an unlocked desk drawer in the entryway of the church building.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2025

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

“The file for Staff Person #1 does not contain documentation of emergency plan training conducted within the past 12 months.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025

3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

“The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification in the file for Staff Person #5 was acquired after the previous certification had expired.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025

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

“The file for Staff Person #1 does not contain documentation of fire safety training conducted within the past 12 months.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

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

“The most recent Child Abuse Clearances and NSOR Certificates in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between clearances/certificates. The most recent State Police Clearances in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The most recent NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #6, #8 exceeded 60 months between certificates. The State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances in the file for Staff Person #7 were conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care. The most recent State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances in the file for Staff Person #9, #10 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The NSOR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #10 was acquired after the staff person's first day working in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2025

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“The Mandated Reporter Trainings in the files for Staff Person #2, #7, #9, #10 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day working in child care (See LIS Code Sheet). The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 60 months between trainings.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

“Protective covers were not placed in electrical outlets in the following areas, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger: an electrical outlet on an extension cord that was plugged into the wall in the ocean room; (2) electrical outlets by the lizard cage in the all star room; and (2) electrical outlets by the sink in the women's room in the church building.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A bottle of white-out labeled keep out of the reach of children was accessible to children in the all stars room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

“Emergency telephone numbers were not posted by the telephone in the giraffes room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“A first-aid kit in an excursion bag was stored in an unlocked cabinet in the fly guys room, accessible to children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2025

3270.75(c) Has all items

“The first-aid kit in the rising stars room lacked disposable gloves.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“There were sharp corners on a metal chalkboard tray in the garden room; a metal brace used to secure a rain gutter to the outside of the building in the infant/toddler outdoor play space was detached and sharp; and there were sharp corners underneath a metal box mounted on the wall in the rear of the pig pen room.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2025

3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height

“Sinks in the panda room and elephants room were not at a proper height for children using them or able to be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“A handwashing sign was not posted at each sink in the men's and women's bathrooms in the church building.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“Children's hands were not dried after handwashing in the panda and elephants rooms.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

“An exit door in the rising stars room was obstructed by a cot in use by a child.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.92(a) No portable space heaters

“A portable space heater was observed in entryway of the church building.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“A plastic bucket in the storage shed in the preschool outdoor play space was broken with rough edges.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“The lids on (4) sensory bottles that contained objects less than 1 inch in diameter were not secured and they were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths in the panda room.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

“There was less than 2 feet of space on three sides of a cot in use by a child in the rising stars room and (3) cribs in use by children in the lambs room.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.111(b) Posted in group space

“The written plan of daily activities was not posted in the CB3 school age room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

“The agreement for child #1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025

3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

“The child service report for child #4 and #6 was completed more than 6 months following the completion of their previous child service report. The child service report for child #9 and #10 was completed more than 6 months following their date of admission.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

“The record for child #4 contained the original agreement.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

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

“The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #5 did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #6 did not include the work address of the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The emergency contact information for child #5 and #6 did not include a health insurance policy number under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025

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

“The emergency contact information for child #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

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

“The most recent review of the emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #6 was more than 6 months following the previous review by a parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.133(5) Original label

“A bottle of Tylenol labeled for use by a child in care in the giraffes room had an expiration date of 2/2025.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

3270.133(6) Written consent

“A parent did not provide written consent for administration of Motrin labeled for use by a child in care in the giraffes room.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

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

“The initial health assessments in the file for Staff Person #1, #10 were conducted after the staff persons' first day working in child care (See LIS Code Sheet). The most recent health assessments in the file for Staff Person #7, #8, #9 exceeded 24 months between assessments.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.192(5) Two written references

“Staff Person #11 will have two letters of reference in their file.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

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

“The Pediatric First Aid/CPR training in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“Peeled or damaged paint/plaster was observed on the wall and ceiling in a corner of the infant play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025

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

“The operator did not notify local traffic authorities annually in writing of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2024

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

“The record for staff #4 included 11 of 12 required annual training hours.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024

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 period between 1/4 to 2/8/2024; and 10/6 to 11/6/2024.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

3270.94(a)(9) Written record

“The fire drill log did not specify the names of the facility persons.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

3270.94(a)(7) Participation

“All facility persons and children in attendance did not participate in the fire drills.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

3270.94(a)(3) Various activity times

“Fire drills have not been conducted during various program activities.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024

3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

“The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024

3270.175(c) Manufacturer's instructions used

“Manufacturers' instructions for use of safety restraints were not kept in the Toyota minivan being used to transport children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024

3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

“The record for staff #9 did not the results of TB skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis at initial employment.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2024

3270.133(4) Locked

“A bottle of Alka Seltzer that belonged to a staff person was observed in an unlocked desk drawer in the Allstars room, accessible to children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024

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

“The emergency contact information for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2024

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The emergency contact information for child #4 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024

3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person

“The emergency contact information for child #2 was completed on 9/21/2023, which was following the child's date of admission.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2024

3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

“The rest equipment in the Ocean room was not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“Bite marks were observed on foam blocks in the Safari room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“Peeling paint was observed on the foundation of the building outside the basement door that is used by children to access the outdoor play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024

3270.75(c) Has all items

“The first-aid kit in the Rock Stars room did not contain tweezers.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“An excursion bag containing a first aid kit was observed hanging on the inside of the fence surrounding the outdoor play space, accessible to children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A bottle of hand sanitizer labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed on a desk in the Allstars room, accessible to children in care. A Swiffer Wet Jet Mop containing cleaning fluid labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed leaning against the wall in the Fly Guys room, accessible to children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2024

3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“The record for staff #6 included verification of education from a foreign country that had not been evaluated by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) and it was unable to be determined whether staff #6 had the equivalent of the minimum of an 8th grade education required to work as an aide.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Facility person #5 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024

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

“The record for staff #2 included a current NSOR verification certificate dated 7/21/2023, which was following their first day working in child care. The record for staff #7 and #9, who were hired following 10/28/2020, lacked the current 2020 Disclosure Statement required under CPSL.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #3 completed pediatric first aid/CPR on 10/24/2023, which was more than 90 days following their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #6 completed pediatric first aid/CPR on 6/18/2024, which was more than 90 days following their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

“Staff person #10 and #11 have not participated, at least annually, in fire safety training.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024

3270.27(e) Letter to parents

“The facility's parent letter did not explain the following subsequent updates to their emergency plan: accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions; and accommodations for shelter of children during a lock-down.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2024

3270.27(d) Plan posted

“The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“Loose sheets were observed in 3 cribs used by infants in the Duckling room and 1 crib used by an infant in the Lamb room, which poses a potential suffocation risk to the children using the equipment. A floor lamp in the Lamb room that was accessible to children in care was not secured from tipping and it was plugged into an extension cord that posed a potential strangulation risk.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024

3270.20(e)/3270.182(7) Copies of reports in file at facility/Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

“Copies of accident reports involving children in care at the facility have not been retained at the facility in an accident file and in the child's file.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024

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

“Staff #1 and #8 completed the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 required by OCDEL following the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2024

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

“The facility's emergency plan did not provide for the continuity of operations. The operator's policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment, as per Announcement C-22-03.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024

3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

“Facility person #5 received training regarding the emergency plan on 6/17/2024, which was more than 12 months following their previous training on 5/17/2023.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024

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

“The file for staff person #3 did not include documentation of application of a PA Criminal History clearance prior to date of hire, and the Disclosure statement is not dated and does not include a witness signature (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL; the clearance is dated 4/19/23. The 2 most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff person #10 are dated 1/21/18 and 3/21/23, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #12 includes criminal history clearances dated 10/23/17 and2/24/23; child abuse clearances dated 10/30/17 and 3/3/23; and FBI clearances dated 10/26/17 and 2/23/23, all more than 60 months apart. Staff person #15 did not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet); the training was competed on 3/15/23. The file for staff person #26 did not include documentation of application for an NSOR Certificate prior to date of hire; the NSOR was dated 4/29/23). The file for Staff person #27 does not include a signed Disclosure Statement dated at the time of hire.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2023

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #13 did not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 7/4/23. Staff person #15 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 3/1/23. Staff person #19 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 2/27/23. Staff person #22 did not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 10/19/22.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #20, #23 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2023

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

“The file for Staff person #6 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 6/13/23, after the expiration date of 3/31/23. The file for Staff person #17 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 11/17/22, after the expiration date of 6/30/22.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

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

“The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 and #2 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

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

“The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the telephone number for the child's pediatrician or source of medical care.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

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

“The initial health assessment on file for Child #4, with an enrollment date of 9/20/22, is dated 1/5/23, more than 60 days after enrollment.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023

3270.27(f) Emergency plan

“The facility does not have documentation verifying that the most recent emergency plan was submitted to the county emergency management agency.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2023

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The emergency contact form on file for Child #5 does not include the policy number for the medical insurance policy.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

“During a supervision check in the Panda Room at approximately 2:00 PM, the CR observed that based on the positioning of the cots, and of the staff, the lack of natural or artificial lighting, and the staff being on their cell phones, the children could not be observed and were not adequately supervised. During a supervision check during naptime in Room 201, the CR observed that based on staff and furniture positioning, not all of the children could be observed and properly supervised.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2023

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

“The immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 7 months old, includes 1 of 3 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 3 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 3 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age, and 1 of 2 Polio vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The 2 most recent influenza vaccines on file for Child #4, who is 2 years old, are dated 10/19/21 and 1/5/23, more than 1 year apart, and are recommended annually by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #5, who is 4 years old, does not include a current influenza vaccination, recommended annually by the ACIP for a child this age.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023

3270.133(4) Locked

“There was an EpiPen labeled for use by a specific child located in an unlocked locker in the hallway, making it accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023

3270.133(6) Written consent

“There was an AuviQ pen, an Albuterol inhaler, and Benadryl tablets Rising Stars classroom, labeled for use by a specific child, which did not have written parental permission to administer.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2023

3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

“Rest mats were observed during naptime in Room 201 that were not placed so that there were 2 feet of clearance on 3 sides.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

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

“The emergency plan on site does not include provisions regarding continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2023

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

“The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #11, #14, #16, #18, #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, #25 is dated after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023

3270.31(e)(1)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

“The file for Staff person #5 includes 2 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12/19/21-12/19/22; an additional 6 hours have been completed in 2023, but Staff person #5 still requires 4 hours of additional training.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

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

“The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 2/6/23-3/16/23; 5/9/23-6/12/23; 8/8/22-9/9/22; and 9/9/22-10/10/22, all more than 30 days apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“There was a cracked toy bin in the Rising Stars classroom; and 2 cracked 2 bins in the Rainbow classroom. There were 2 torn rest mats in the Safari classroom, which had exposed foam padding.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2023

3270.78 Lighting

“At 2:00 PM during a supervision check at nap time, the CR entered the Panda room which had no natural or artificial light, making it impossible to see the children and adequately supervise.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“A first aid kit was observed on the outside playground to be sitting on a table and accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.69(b) 110º F or less

“The water in the Panda room sink measured 136 degrees Fahrenheit; the water in the Elephant room sink measured 120 degrees Fahrenheit; the water in the Safari room sink measured 135 degrees Fahrenheit; and the water in the Owl room sink measured 112 degrees Fahrenheit.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

“There were cans of shaving cream, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children", used for arts and crafts projects, in the Rising Stars and Giraffe classrooms. There were Bingo dabbers labeled "Keep out of the reach of children", which are reportedly used for arts and crafts projects, in the Safari classrooms.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

“The current emergency contact form on file for Child #5 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children

“During a supervision/ratio check in Room 202, at 2:15 PM, Staff person #1 was in the hallway outside the classroom with 4 preschool age children, assisting children with putting their rest mats and blankets in their lockers, while Staff person #2 was inside the classroom, with 11 pre-school age children.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023

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

“The file for Staff person #27, who is classified as an aide, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; or a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023

3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

“The most recent written documentation of an emergency drill on file at the facility is dated 5/25/22, more than 1 year ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2023

3270.192(5) Two written references

“The file for Staff person #27 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in child care.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2023

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

“The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 were dated 6/4/21 and 6/6/23, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #5 were dated 9/23/19 and9/29/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #8 were dated 6/2/21 and 6/13/23, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #8 were dated 5/28/20 and 6/2/22, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #10 were dated 6/10/21 and 7/11/23, more than 24 months apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2023

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“There were cans of shaving cream, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children" which was accessible to children due to the cabinet not being locked in the Rising Stars classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2023

3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

“The mulch under the embedded playground equipment measured 7 inches in depth instead of the required 9 inches.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #2, #4, #8, #10, #31 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022

3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

“The exit in the lobby area outside the large indoor gross motor space had chairs in front of the door obstructing the right double door exit.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022

3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

“The current agreement on file for Child #4 does not include the child's arrival and departure times,”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2022

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

“The current agreement on file for Child #1 does not include the child's date of admission to the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2022

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The current emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the policy number for the child's health insurance coverage.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022

3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record

“The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #2, who is 2 years old, is dated 11/12/20, is dated more than 1 year ago, and is recommended annually by the ACIP. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #3, who is 4 years old, is dated 12/10/19, is dated more than 1 year ago, and is recommended annually by the ACIP. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #5, who is 5 years old, is dated 9/9/20, is dated more than 1 year ago, and is recommended annually by the ACIP. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #6, who is 4 years old, is dated 10/28/20, is dated more than 1 year ago, and is recommended annually by the ACIP.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“In the Older Toddler outdoor space, felt ground covering, which was originally placed under the mulch, was exposed above the wood mulch in four (4) sections from 1' to 3' in length, located near the back fence, creating a tripping/falling hazard for children in care. Approximately 4' of felt ground covering was exposed above the wood mulch on the side near the spinners, creating a tripping/falling hazard for children in care. In the Safari room the heat vent on the wall was open at both ends exposing sharp metal edges that were accessible to the children. In the large indoor gross motor space, the top of the preschool gate was missing 2 covers that exposed screws with sharp edges that were accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“Peeling paint was present on the right, green wall in the Panda room, near the Meerkat picture, which was accessible to children in care. There was peeling paint observed in the International classroom by the round table in the art area and by the block area. Peeling paint was observed surrounding the sink in the Garden room.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

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

“The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 7/1/22, after the expiration date of 9/30/21.The file for Staff person #3 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 11/8/21, after the expiration date of 10/31/21.The file for Staff person #10 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 7/1/22, after the expiration date of 3/31/22. The file for Staff person #13 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 1/10/22, after the expiration date of 10/31/21. The file for Staff person #24 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 11/8/21, after the expiration date of 10/31/21. The file for Staff person #26 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 1/10/22, after the expiration date of 10/31/21. The file for Staff person #27 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 11/8/21, after the expiration date of 10/31/21. The file for Staff person #35 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 3/21/21, after the expiration date of 8/11/20.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #18 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 7/5/22.Staff person #25 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 2/25/22. Staff person #35 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 1/13/22.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022

3270.133(5) Original label

“Infant Tylenol, in the medication bin in the Giraffe's room had expired on 4/20/22, and was therefore not in accordance with the manufacturer's original label.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2022

3270.133(6) Written consent

“There was Advil labeled for use by a specific child in the Safari Room that did not have written parental permission to administer. There was Nystatin cream labeled for use by a specific child and 2 bottles of Tylenol labeled for use by 2 children in the Ocean room that did not have written parental permission to administer.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2022

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #19, #20, #21, #22, #25 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

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

“Staff person #6 completed her current mandated reporter training on 10/22/21, more than 60 months after the previous training dated 9/14/16. Staff person #7 completed her current mandated reporter training on 10/4/21, more than 60 months after the previous training dated 8/10/16. Staff person #8 completed her current mandated reporter training on 2/8/20, more than 60 months after the previous training dated 1/13/15. Staff person #17 completed her current mandated reporter training on 6/30/21, more than 60 months after the previous training dated 10/3/15.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022

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

“The file for Staff person #7 includes criminal history clearances dated 4/2/16 and 4/22/21; child abuse clearances dated 4/2/16 and 4/21/21; and FBI clearances dated 4/5/16 and 5/1/21, all more than 60 months apart. The file for staff person #25 included documentation of a criminal history clearance dated 9/28/21, after the hire date, (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #32 included documentation of a child abuse clearance dated 4/22/22, after the hire date, (See IS CODE SHEET) with no proof of application prior to working with children, required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #33 included documentation of an NSOR certificate dated 10/25/21 (See IS CODE SHEET) with no proof of application prior to working with children , required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for Staff person #17 includes criminal history clearances dated 4/11/15 and 6/3/22; child abuse clearances dated 4/16/16 and 6/21/22; and FBI clearances dated 4/7/15 and 7/8/21, all more than 60 months apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022

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

“The file for Staff person #22 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid. The file for staff person #28 was observed to include criminal history and child abuse clearances which were obtained for volunteer purposes and are invalid for employment; and the file does not include an application for an FBI clearance prior to hire (See IS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff person #35 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance indicating that it was under review, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022

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

“The file for Staff person #23, #32, #34, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022

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

“The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 are dated 12/15/20 and 7/22/18 more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #8 are dated 10/22/21 and 9/4/19, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #13 are dated 6/2/21 and 5/6/19, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #14 are dated 7/8/21 and 7/1/19, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #29 are dated 6/10/21 and 1/16/18, more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #30 is dated 1/10/20, more than 24 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022

3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3) Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test

“The current health assessment on file for Staff person #13 does not indicate if the staff person was assessed for communicable/contagious disease.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022

3270.192(5) Two written references

“The file for Staff person #16, #25, #28 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in child care.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022

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

“The file for Staff person #24, #35 does not include 12 hours of annual training between 12/19/20-12/19/21, as per Announcement C-21-09.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022

3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

“There were cans of shaving cream, used for arts and crafts projects, in the Garden classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2022

3270.75(c) Has all items

“The first aid kit in the Safari room lacked gauze and the first aid kit in the Rising Stars classroom lacked tape.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022