Patricia L Romano Family Child Care Home
Houston, PA 15342 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Central Storybook Village Day Care is a child care center in Houston, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 158 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 38 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks through 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Young Toddler Care (1-year olds) Ratio 1:5 |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Works |
| Licensed capacity | 158 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Central Storybook Village Day Care has not listed its tuition.
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 18, 2025: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 38 rules in all · 38 corrected
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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3270.151(b) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP
“The health assessment for staff #3 was signed, but the signature did not include the individual's professional title.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #2 and #3 began working in their child care positions prior to the date of their initial TB test results. Staff #4 began working in their child their care position prior to the date of their initial health assessment with TB test results. The record for staff #6 includes a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous heath assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“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: Jan 14, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Sharp metal bolts were observed to be protruding from fence posts near the entrance to the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“A first-aid kit was not present in room #10.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“Trash that appeared to be contaminated by human secretions was observed being contained in open receptacles in the fellowship hall and the cafeteria.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Protective receptacle covers were not placed in 2 electrical outlets located on the outside of the building along the walkway, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for staff #5 included a current PA state police clearance dated 3/4/2021, which was more than 60 days following the date of their previous clearance on 2/17/2016. The record for staff #7 included a PA state police clearance that lacked a dissemination date, which is not considered a complete clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff #1, #2 and #4 have not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for staff #3 and #7 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment. The record for staff #6 included a current health assessment dated following their first day working in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The record for staff #8 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A handwashing sign was not posted at one of the toilets in the boys bathroom on the 1st floor and at one of the sinks in the boys and girls bathrooms on the 2nd floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #4 completed mandated reporter training on 9/25/2024, more than 60 months following the date of their previous training on 8/23/2019.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for staff #1 included a current child abuse clearance dated 10/1/2024, which was more than 60 months following their previous clearance dated 9/25/2019. The record for staff #4 included a current state police clearance dated 9/25/2024, which was more than 60 months following their previous clearance dated 8/21/2019 and a current child abuse clearance dated 9/25/2024, which was more than 60 months following their previous clearance dated 5/16/2019. The record for staff #6, included a current child abuse clearance dated 1/18/2024, FBI clearance dated 1/24/2024 and NSOR clearance dated 1/22/2024, which was following their first day working in child care; and lacked out of state clearances from the state they resided in within the past 5 years. The record for staff #7 included a current FBI clearance dated 11/29/2023, which was more than 60 months following their previous clearance dated 10/9/2018.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #2 renewed their certification in pediatric first aid and CPR on 6/19/2024, following the expiration of their previous certification on 3/31/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff #5 and #6 completed PD in pediatric first aid and CPR on 6/13/2024, more than 90 days following their first day working in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The parent letter did not explain the facility's lockdown procedure and plan to provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #1, a preschool child, lacked a current health report. The record for child #2, a preschool child, included a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“There was documentation of testing of the interconnected fire detection system by a fire safety professional dated 8-4-23. Documentation of a current test of the interconnected fire detection system within the last year was not on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2 had current pediatric first-aid/CPR training with a completion date of 6-19-24 that was after the March 2024 expiration of the prior training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 completed the following required pre-service training on 6-13-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements and documentation including pictures, it was determined that staff person #1 pulled child #1 out from under a table by their legs resulting in brush burns/red marks on the child's back. The incident was self-reported by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“There was documentation of testing of the interconnected fire detection system by a fire safety professional dated 8-4-23. Documentation of a current test of the interconnected fire detection system within the last year was not on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2 had current pediatric first-aid/CPR training with a completion date of 6-19-24 that was after the March 2024 expiration of the prior training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 completed the following required pre-service training on 6-13-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements and documentation including pictures, it was determined that staff person #1 pulled child #1 out from under a table by their legs resulting in brush burns/red marks on the child's back. The incident was self-reported by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Several containers of Clorox wipes, labeled keep out of reach of children, were observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked gray cabinet at the top of the front set of stairs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #1 contained consecutive health assessments conducted more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A soiled pull up was observed in an unlined trash can in the preschool restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“An Albuterol inhaler, which was not labeled with the child's name, was observed in a belted nylon carrier labeled for child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The files for children #1 and #3 contained health reports dated more than 12 months apart. Current health reports are now on file for both children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A pinch point was observed on a child size gray chair in the downstairs preschool room. The back rest of the chair was not secured tightly to the frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Barbasol shaving cream, labeled keep out of reach of children was observed in room 12. Based on statements made by staff, the shaving cream has been used by the children during sensory activities.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Two first aid kits were accessible to children in the downstairs preschool room; one was observed in the bottom unlocked drawer of the sign in desk, the 2nd was observed in the emergency bag which was sitting in a stack of laundry baskets near the nap room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A handwashing sign was not posted at the rear toilet in the preschool restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.101(a) Age appropriate
“Several pairs of Colorations brand, blue blunt tip scissors were observed to be accessible to preschoolers in the Fellowship Hall. Based on the manufacturer's description, the scissors are intended for ages 5+ and grades KG+.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #2 contained documentation of mandated reporter training dated more than 60 months apart; 5/25/18 and 6/02/23. Current training is now on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #3, designated as an assistant group supervisor on the staff data sheet, did not contain documentation of the experience required for the position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #5 did not contain documentation of applying for a DHS FBI clearance on or before their hire date. A valid DHS FBI clearance, dated 11/22/2023, is now on file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2024
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #4 contained documentation of completing 9 of the 12 required annual training hours on time between December 2021 and December 2022. Three additional hours were completed late. The file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.94(a)(9) Written record
“Documentation of the fire drills did not include the names of all staff participating in the drill. Only names of staff leading the drill were documented.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 1/03/23, staff #1 placed her hands on both sides of a school age child's face while yelling at the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 1/03/23, staff #1 placed her hands on both sides of a school age child's face while yelling at the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for staff #8 contained documentation of completing pediatric CPR/FA 120 days after their date of hire (See LIS code sheet). The training was completed on 3/15/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed on the fence surrounding the outdoor play space in the following areas; to the right of the storage shed, the section along the road, and the section along the neighboring residence.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“Four consecutive drills indicated the same hypothetical location. The location was listed as "School" for drills on 12/09/21 and 2/02/22, then again for drills on 8/12/22 and 10/14/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Consecutive drills conducted on 12/09/21 and 2/02/22 were 63 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 9:15am on 12/16/22, 15 preschoolers and 4 staff were observed in the nap room. When asked to name their primary care groups , staff #3 named 2 children, staff #6 named 5 children, staff #12 named 4 children, and Staff #13 named 3 children. Staff in the room named 14 children leaving 1 child, child #5, unnamed. Staff #5 was assigned to child #5, but staff #5 was out of the room assisting another child in a restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files for children #2 and #3 contained emergency contact information and agreements which were not updated within 6 months. Both files now contain current documents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #4 contained an immunization record which lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine after 11/19/19. A written exemption was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #7, #9, and #11 contained health assessments which were not updated within 24 months. The file for staff #6 contained an initial health assessment conducted after their first day in a child care position. The most recent health assessments on file are now current. The file for staff #6 contained a TB screening which was conducted more than 12 months prior to their first day in a child care position and is therefore not valid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.131(e)(2)(ii) Exemption documentation from health professional
“The file for child #1 contained a medical exemption for the influenza vaccine written by the parent instead of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #4 contained 8 of the 12 required hours of annual training. The file for staff #11 did not contain any annual training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Approximately 6-8 inches of dirty water was observed in a rolling mop bucket in the gym/cafeteria.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.61(h)(2)(ii) Designated on facility schedule
“The nap room was observed to be over capacity on 12/16/22 and 1/09/23 during circle time. The nap room has a measured capacity of 11. The time period that the room would be over capacity was not designated on the schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Two electrical outlets lacking protective caps were observed in room 9 and room 12.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A broken window was observed in room 12. Although the window is inaccessible to children, the cracks can be felt on the inside of the glass, there is significant spider webbing and the window sill is also used as a shelf. There is the potential for something to bump the cracked glass causing further breakage.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.151(c)(2)(ii) Record include X-ray results and evaluation
“The file for staff #5 contained a positive TB screening, but did not include the results of a chest x-ray and evaluation for chemoprophylaxis.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #10 has 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: Jan 31, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #11 contained an FBI clearance and mandated reporter training which were not updated within 60 months. The FBI clearance was previously obtained on 8/05/15 and was updated on 12/15/21. Mandated reporter training was previously completed 6/03/16 and was updated on 7/07/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #7 contained documentation of participating in fire safety training at an interval greater than 12 months. The trainings were completed on 7/27/21 and 8/10/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There was a brown plastic shed against the fence with a hole on the left wall. The hole was approximately 6-8" and created a sharp edge. The poured in place rubber ground surface in the play yard has holes & is deteriorating away from other sections of ground surface material, creating a tripping hazard .”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for child # 2, 4, 5, and 6 lacks the address and phone number for the listed release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the front activity room lacked scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2021
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for child # 6 and 8 lacked the child's health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(1) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for Child #2,5,6 and 9 lacks documentation of a current influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The emergency contact form for child #1 was not present in the nap room where the child was receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for child #2 and 5 lacked home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“There were 18 children in the main classroom and 5 staff. Staff #1 claimed 4 children, Staff #2 claimed 6 children age 3 and 4. Staff #3 claimed 2 children ages 3 and 4. Staff #4 & 5 did not claim responsibility for any children. 6 children ages 3 and 4 were not claimed by a staff and had not been assigned to a specific staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was peeling paint on the purple wall of the Nap room by the shelf.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. Central Storybook Village Day Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 18, 2025, with 9 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 38 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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.
158, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 746-4901 to ask.
(724) 746-4901.
145 Mcgovern Rd, Houston, PA 15342. The nearest other daycare we list is Central Storybook Village Day Care, 0.1 miles away.