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Emmitsburg, MD 21727 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Barbara Jane Jestes
- licensed capacity
- 6
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Barbara Jane Jestes
Barbara Jane Jestes is a home daycare in Fairfield, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Barbara Jane Jestes
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00258894
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: 15 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Safety and hazards 12
- Records and paperwork 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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May 21, 2026Inspection15 rules cited
3290.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact for child #1 does not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3290.124(b)(5) Information re: disability
“The emergency contact for child #1 does not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3290.135(c) Diapering area not used for food prep
“It was observed that staff person #1 was using the kitchen counter as a diaper changing space and the same counter is also used for food preparation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3290.152 Adult Hygiene
“It was observed that staff person #1 did not wash their hands prior to preparing and serving lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3290.134(a) Child's hands washed
“It was observed that not all children's hands were washed before lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3290.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact for child #2 does not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3290.24(a)(3) Contact when arises
“The facility emergency plan parent letter does not provide a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“It was observed in the bathroom used by children, an electrical power strip being used that was missing 2 protective receptable covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“It was observed in the hallway, an unlocked closet containing numerous cleaning products, Off Bug Spray, personal hygiene products and over the counter medications labeled "keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children. It was observed in the bathroom used by children that the shelf above the sink contained Vick Vapor Rub, Beard Oil, Noxzema Blemish Pads and hair products labeled "keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children. it was also observed in the bathroom used by children that the shelving next to the toilet contained disinfecting wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to children. It was observed in the shower in the bathroom used by children, shampoos, body washes and shaving creams labeled "keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to children. It was observed in an unlocked low cabinet under the microwave, Triple Sec, Vodka, and Depuyker was being stored and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3290.74(a) Requirements
“It was observed in the kitchen unlocked drawers containing sharp knives.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed in the kitchen area that pet food of less than 1 inch diameter was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. It was observed in the kitchen, unlocked drawers containing button batteries and plastic bags accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2026
3290.24(a)(4) Contact when ended
“The facility's emergency plan parent letter does not provide a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3290.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“It was observed that rest equipment used by children was not labeled with the children's names for individual use.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2026
3290.113(a) Supervised at all times
“It was observed during the renewal inspection, staff person #1 remained in the kitchen area and was not supervising children while they were using the bathroom. It was also observed that staff person #1 was not supervising children who were leaving the kitchen area and going into the living room area.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3290.121(a) Review policies and procedures
“The facility does not provide a supervision policy in writing to the parents at the time of enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
May 6, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3290.24(c) Training regarding plan
“Upon inspection of facility person files, it was found that both Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2 did not have record of an annual emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Upon entry to the facility for the purpose of a renewal inspection, it was observed that cabinet containing personal cosmetics and care items above the restroom toilet was not secured for the second consecutive inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Upon entry to the facility for the purpose of a renewal inspection, it was observed that dog food/kibble of less than 1" diameter was clearly present and accessible to children in care [young toddlers in care] for the second consecutive inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3290.131(e)/3290.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the immunization record for Child #2 was missing 1 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations as listed in the CDC Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for the child's listed age. Further, it was found that the immunization record for Child #3 was missing 2 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations as listed in the CDC Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for the child's listed age.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3290.22(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“Upon entry to the facility for the purpose of a renewal inspection, it was observed that the facility's current certificate of compliance was not in evidence or posted with other documents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility records, it was found that a planned emergency drill had been conducted on 6.14.24 [expired 6.30.25] and that the next required annual emergency drill was performed on 7.15.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3290.133(6)/3290.133(7) Written consent/Medication log
“Upon entry to the facility for the purpose of a renewal inspection, it was observed that Child #1 had medication present that the provider verbally acknowledged to have administered with no parental permission or log present in the records.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
May 9, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that a cabinet above the toilet used by children contained a variety of cosmetic and other personal care items [with potential toxic qualities] and was accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2024
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that specific plans for the continuity of operations were not included. In addition, during a physical site inspection, it was found that one electrical outlet in the living room childcare space did not have a face plate in place.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2024
3290.24(f) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the parental letter related to the facility emergency plan, it was found that the letter did not include any reference to accommodations to be used for children in care in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2024
3290.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Upon inspection of the fire safety logs at the site, it was found that drills were conducted on the following dates, which exceeded the maximum 60-day interval: 6.8.23 - 8.9.23 [62 days]; 8.9.23 - 10.11.23 [63 days]; 10.11.23 - 1.30.24 [111 days]; 1.30.24 - 4.19.24 [80 days].”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2024
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare site, it was found that a large bowl of dog food with pieces of less than 1 inch in diameter were accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2024
3290.123(a)(3) Services provided
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the agreement form used by the provider did not include specifics regarding the services to be provided to the family and the child for Child #1 - #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“Upon inspection of the fire safety logs at the site, it was found that the device tests were conducted on the following dates, which exceeded the maximum 30-day interval: 5.1.23 -6.1.23 [31 days]; 7.1.23 - 8.1.23 [31 days]; 8.1.23 - 9.1.23 [31 days]; 10.1.23 - 11.1.23 [31 days]; 12.1.23 - 1.2.24 [32 days]; 3.1.24 - 4.1.24 [31 days].”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2024
3290.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the agreement form used by the provider did not include specifics regarding the services which are to be considered as extra for Child #1 - #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2024
3290.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Upon inspection of the physical childcare spaces, it was found that the exit on the front of the house was totally obstructed by cots and pack-in-play equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2024
May 10, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3290.74(a) Requirements
“Upon inspection of the facility's physical site, it was found that one piece of plastic outdoor playground equipment was cracked and broken AND that a small area of wallpaper between the dining room and living room was peeling off.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2023
3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e) Immunization record/Immunization record
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that child #1 had no influenza immunization on record, nor an acceptable exemption documented AND child #2 had no influenza or Hepatitis A immunization on record, nor an acceptable exemption documented.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2023
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Upon observation of the children during outdoor activities, it was directly observed that a one-year-old child was placed on the ground to play and there were choke hazard-sized objects accessible to the child in that area.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2023
May 19, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3290.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, it was found that fire drills were conducted on 2.8.21, 4.8.21, 6.6.21, 9.1.21, 11.1.21, 4.22.22. It was therefore found that greater than 60 days elapsed between fire drills on multiple occasions.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022
3290.95(a) System in compliance
“Upon inspection of the facility fire safety records, it was found that a receipt of purchase for the smoke detectors was not available.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Barbara Jane Jestes
Is Barbara Jane Jestes licensed?
Yes. Barbara Jane Jestes is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Barbara Jane Jestes last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with 15 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Barbara Jane Jestes had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 31 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 Barbara Jane Jestes care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Barbara Jane Jestes accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Barbara Jane Jestes' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Barbara Jane Jestes cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 420-6911 to ask.
What is Barbara Jane Jestes' phone number?
(717) 420-6911.
Where is Barbara Jane Jestes?
Fairfield, PA 17320. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.