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Barnyard Buddies Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 50
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Barnyard Buddies Daycare
Barnyard Buddies Daycare is a child care center in Jermyn, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 50 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | 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 | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Barnyard Buddies Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00259858
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: 11 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 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 29, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a renewal inspection on 7/31/26, certification rep observed a rocking horse with a broken handle on the outdoor play space. Certification rep observed torn nap mats in the preschool classroom and a torn diaper mat with the interior foam exposed rendering them unable to be properly sanitized.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, child files were reviewed. There is no initial health assessment or immunization record on file for child # 2; they have been enrolled at the facility longer than 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, certification rep reviewed staff files. The health assessment on file for staff # 7 (see code sheet for DOH) is dated 5/8/26. The health assessment on file for staff # 8 (see code sheet for DOH) is dated 7/1/26. The health assessment on file for staff # 9 (see code sheet for DOH) is dated 6/29/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, certification rep observed matchbox cars and toy trains with wheels less than an inch in diameter in the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During a renewal inspection on 7/26/26, certification observed cracked siding that created a sharp pinch point along the bottom of the building accessible to children in the outdoor space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During a renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff # 7, 8 and 9 (see code sheet for DOH) did not have NSOR verifications on file at the time of hire. Staff # 7 has NSOR verification dated 5/29/26. Staff # 8 has an NSOR verification dated 6/24/26. Staff # 9 has an NSOR verification dated 7/9/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2026
3270.106(a)/3270.106(f) Clean, age appropriate/2 feet apart
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, certification rep observed cots in the young toddler and older toddler classrooms to not have labels for the use of a specific child. While cots were in use, certification rep observed less than 2 feet of space between cots in the young and older toddler classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, child files were reviewed. The health assessment on file for child # 1 (see code sheet for DOB) is dated 11/26/25, therefore no longer valid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.27(b)/3270.27(c) Plan reviewed/updated annually/Training regarding plan
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, certification rep observed there was no annual review of the emergency plan. The emergency plan was dated 5/27/25. Staff # 1, ,2, 3, and 4 last reviewed the emergency plan in June 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons # 5 and 6 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their dates of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid and PA Required Health and Safety Part 1 and 2. Staff # 5 and 6 completed Pediatric CPR/First aid on 7/1/26 and PA Required Health and Safety Part 1 and 2 on 4/13/26. Staff # 6 completed PA Required Health and Safety Part 1 on 5/30/26 and Part 2 on 5/31/26. Staff Persons # 8 and 9 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their dates of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety Part 1 and 2”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During a renewal inspection on 7/29/26, certification rep reviewed child files. There are no child service reports on file for children # 1, 3, and 4 (See code sheet for DOE).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
Sep 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25, more than 30 days passed between fire alarm tests; this is evidenced by alarm tests logged on 6/6/25, 7/23/25, and 8/25/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25, there was no written plan to identify the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25, there was no address for the listed release persons on the emergency contact forms for children # 1, 2, and 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25, there was no thermometer in the refrigerator located in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
Jun 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 1 has completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet), however the mandated reporter training does not meet the minimum of three hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Barnyard Buddies Daycare
Is Barnyard Buddies Daycare licensed?
Yes. Barnyard Buddies Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Barnyard Buddies Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 11 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Barnyard Buddies Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Barnyard Buddies Daycare care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Barnyard Buddies Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Barnyard Buddies Daycare'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 Barnyard Buddies Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 267-6921 to ask.
What is Barnyard Buddies Daycare's phone number?
(570) 267-6921.
Where is Barnyard Buddies Daycare?
27 S Washington Ave, Jermyn, PA 18433. The nearest other daycare we list is Tri-Star Academy, 0.9 miles away.