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189 West Creek Rd, Saint Marys, PA
Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 66
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare
Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare is a child care center in Brockway, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 66 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 66 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 66 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 66 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00244789
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: 18 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 32 rules in all · 32 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 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 21, 2026Inspection18 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Two ripped rest mats with exposed foam were observed in the Adventure Avenue Room and the Foam Mat in the play space of the Lullaby Lane Room had exposed foam, these items were accessible to the children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Outdoor play space, there was a wooden boat that had a broken bench and exposed screws, a broken bubble wand, and multiple screws sticking out of the wooden kitchen, these items posed a cutting hazard to the children in care. The Toddler Turnpike Room had a broken mesh basket that contained stuffed animals that posed a tripping hazard to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The sink and diapering area in the Adventure Avenue Room lacked hand washing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Toddler Turnpike Room on the blue wall next to the play kitchen and the Lullaby Lane Room on the white wall behind the swings there was peeling paint. In the Outdoor play space, there were three wooden Adirondak chairs that had peeling paint.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for Staff #3 contained Health and Safety Basics Part 2 training at the time of the Renewal Inspection, but it was observed that Staff #3 did not obtain Health and Safety Basics Part 2 with 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #4 contained a National Sex Offender Certificate (NSOR) at the time of Renewal Inspection, but it was observed that Staff #4 did not obtain the NSOR Certificate prior to providing childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The files for Staff #1 and #2, lacked documentation of 8 hours of the required 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #3, contained one written, nonfamily reference and one written, family reference from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1 contained a Financial Agreement Form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #4 contained a Health Assessment at the time of Renewal Inspection, but it was observed that Staff #4 did not obtain a Health Assessment prior to providing childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In the Toddler Turnpike, there was a bottle of Tylenol that did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for Child #1, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 3rd dose of the DTAP vaccination and 3rd dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1 and Child #4 contained Emergency Contact Forms that were not updated within 6 months of the previous update. The file for Child #3 contained an Emergency Contact Form that had not been updated within the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the Lobby Room at the facility lacked a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There was a stained ceiling tile observed in the Learning Blvd. Room near the back window. In the Toddler Turnpike Room there was a cracked electrical face plate that posed a shocking hazard to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.106(h) Soiled bedding cleaned
“Three pack n play mats were observed to be soiled in the Toddler Turnpike Room. These pack n plays were used with the children resting directly on the soiled mats.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“One pack n play in the Toddler Turnpike Room was observed to be ripped creating a pinching hazard to the children in care. Two of the bookshelves had peeling felt that was coming off the back of the shelf posing a tripping hazard to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
Jul 22, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed that there were foam building blocks in the preschool Learning Blvd Classroom that had teeth marks with chucks missing from the blocks leaving them in not good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that the bottom door of the sink in the Learning Blvd. Classroom had a chunk missing on the corner of the door leaving a sharp edge and exposed partial board.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During a diaper change it was observed that Staff Person #1 did not wash the hands of the young toddler before placing them in their pack and play.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“During a diaper change it was observed that Staff Person #1 discarded the soiled diaper by lifting the lid of the hands-free garbage can with their hand to dispose of the soiled diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“It was observed that there was a jar of peanut butter and a bag of donuts that were on the same shelf as sunscreen in the Learning Blvd classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The emergency drill log was missing information on if special accommodation were needed for the children in care and if any problems occurred during the emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
Sep 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 9/9/24, staff #1 named six children in her supervisory group. One of the children was of preschool age and five of the children were young toddlers. Ratio: 1:6.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 9/9/2024, staff #2 was observed alone in the infant room and caring for 5 infants for approximately one minute.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
Jul 26, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The operator did not provide the parents a letter explaining emergency procedures, including shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises, evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises, evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by § 3270.94 (relating to fire drills), a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises, 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 and acommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff #2 lacked Pediatric CPR/FA with approved curriculum and approved PQAS instructor within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. This is evidenced by the current training on file dated 1/18/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The current State Police clearance on file for staff #1 is lacking a dissemination date. The file for staff #3 lacked a disclosure statement at rehire. SEE IS CODE SHEET.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)(i) Record on file if positive TB
“The file for staff #4, who's medical record is said to demonstrate a positive TB skin test, lacks the TB screening.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The fee agreements on file for children #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 lack the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The refrigerators in the two toddler rooms had sticky substances on the bottoms of the inside of the refrigerators.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
Jul 31, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit in the Common Area is lacking tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The laminate floors throughout the facility are visibly dirty and sticky to the touch. According to staff interview, the floors are mopped daily but have not been stripped or deep cleaned in more than a year.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: mandated reporter training,”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #2 contains a volunteer child abuse clearance which is not accepted for employment in a child care facility. The file for staff person #3 contains a current child abuse clearance that was completed after the start date in the child care facility. The child abuse clearance on file at initial employment is a volunteer clearance which is not accepted for employment in child care. The clearance is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #3 has not completed an acceptable mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2023
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #1 contains only 3 of the required 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/19/2021 to 12/19/2022. Staff #1 has since completed 9 additional training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed in the infant room the activity bouncer and baby seat with activity tray to be visibly dirty and sticky. Observed on the outdoor play space 2 Radio Flyer tricycles with rusted surfaces and a red tricycle with a sharp metal emblem on the front. Observed parked on the front porch area two 4 passenger baby buggies with fabric seats that were covered with dirt, cobwebs, and black spots resembling mold. Also observed the back wheel axle on one of the buggies to be rusted and cracked.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
Mar 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours
“The provider did not notify the regional office of an incident that occurred at the facility on 10/4/2022 which required emergency room treatment for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023
Mar 15, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“An incident report was not completed for an injury occurring to child #1 on 3/6/2023. The operator disclosed that a copy of incident reports is retained in a facility incident file but not retained in the child's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023
Oct 31, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1, date of hire (see LIS code sheet) is lacking verification of fingerprinting or a completed clearance prior to the start date as required under CPSL. The file does contain a current FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2022
Jul 29, 2022Inspection12 rules cited
3270.102(g) Hazardous toys and equipment
“Observed a bumbo seat being used for infant care and there was no strap. Bumbo seats were recalled with a requirement to have an adaptive strap if still in use.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed 2 protruding bolts on the gate of the playground outdoor playspace. The bottom of the vanity in the Inventors room bathroom was damaged. The countertop on the sink in the Creators room was damaged.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2022
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“A tall bookshelf in the common area was not anchored for stability posing a risk of the shelf falling on a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff persons #2 and #4 contain current health assessments that were completed greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The files are now current. The files for staff persons #3 and #5 contain initial health assessments that were obtained after the individual's start date. The files are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“Observed that a first aid kit was not available on the playground where 20 children ages infant through school age were observed receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #6, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an FBI clearance obtained through the DOE which is not valid for a position in child care under CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A bottle of infant formula was observed in the refrigerator and was not labeled with the name of the infant.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The file for staff person #6 contains an initial health assessment that is lacking physician statements regarding communicable disease and suitability for working in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The files for staff #3 and #5 contain results of TB tests after the start date in a child care position. The files are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains current PFA/PCPR training that was received greater than 90 days after hire date. The file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“The trash container in the common area bathroom was not lidded.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #1 contains a current PFA/PCPR training that was conducted after the previous training had expired. The training is now current. The file for staff person #7 contains expired PFA/PCPR training and does not contain current training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
Mar 17, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 3/17/22, at approximately 10:10 AM, observed staff #1 leave the toddler room where 1 OT and 4 PS children were present and walk thru the middle room and answer the door. This left the 5 children alone and unsupervised in the toddler room for approximately 1 minute. Additionally, and approximately 2-3 minutes after staff #1 answered the door, observed staff #1 leave the toddler room another time and walk into the middle room to get something out of the closet. This left the 1 OT and 4 PS age children alone and supervised in the toddler room for approximately 30 seconds. Ratio 0:5.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 3/17/22, at approximately 10:10 AM, observed staff #1 leave the toddler room where 5 children were present and walk thru the middle room and answer the door. This left 5 children alone and unsupervised in the toddler room for approximately 1 minute. Additionally, and approximately 2-3 minutes after staff #1 answered the door, observed staff #1 leave the toddler room another time and walk into the middle room to get something out of the closet. This left the 5 children alone and supervised in the toddler room for approximately 30 seconds.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 3/17/22, at approximately 10:10 AM, observed staff #1 leave the toddler room where 5 children were present and walk thru the middle room and answer the door. This left 1 OT and 4 PS children alone and unsupervised in the toddler room for approximately 1 minute. Additionally, and approximately 2-3 minutes after staff #1 answered the door, observed staff #1 leave the toddler room another time and walk into the middle room to get something out of the closet. This left the 5 children alone and unsupervised in the toddler room for approximately 30 seconds.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility file did not contain any documentation that manual tests of the fire detection systems have been completed every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
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Oct 4, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1, lacks the FBI clearance required under the CPSL. FBI clearance on file is from PDE and not DHS and the file for staff #2 lacked a State Police clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is now a State Police clearance on file and dated 12/11/19. Previously cited on 7/16/21 under SIN-00190027.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2021
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility file lacked verification of proof of purchase of the facility's interconnected fire detection system.Previously cited on 7/16/21 under SIN-00190027.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare
Is Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare licensed?
Yes. Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with 18 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare care for?
66, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 268-2030 to ask.
What is Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare's phone number?
(814) 268-2030.
Where is Brookville YMCA Laugh and Learn Daycare?
629 Broad St, Brockway, PA 15824. The nearest other daycare we list is Country Kids Nature Preschool, 5.4 miles away.