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Chippewa Noahs Ark
- licensed capacity
- 178
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Chippewa Noahs Ark
Chippewa Noahs Ark is a child care center in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 178 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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
- 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 178 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Staff | All teachers maintain a CDA, Associates or Bachelors degree in EC Education |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 178 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Chippewa Noahs Ark has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Chippewa Noahs Ark
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 178 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251980
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 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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Feb 11, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The 2 most recent 6-month review signatures for the financial agreement forms on file for Child #1 are dated 2/2025 and 9/2025 which are more than 6 months apart. The most recent 6-month review signature for the financial agreement forms on file for Child #3 are dated 7/2025 which is more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“Staff #1 most recent health assessment dated 3/30/25 indicated that the staff has a communicable disease and did not contain information to describe the condition or the risk it might pose to others exposed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child #2's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 8/7/24 and 1/8/26 which are more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The 2 most recent 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact forms on file for Child #1 are dated 2/2025 and 9/2025 which are more than 6 months apart. The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact forms on file for Child #3 are dated 7/2025 which is more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
Feb 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“In the middle young toddler area, the staff person #1 was holding a young toddler over the sink to wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“In the front young toddler area, staff person #2 finished diapering a child and placed them on the ground to play without having the child wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the first school age room were 3 rugs with edges that were rolling up causing a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2025
Feb 28, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #1 contained Mandated Reporter training that was obtained more than 90 days after their start date. The file for Staff #3 contained a one month period of time that Staff #3 worked without an FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff #2, #4, #5, and #6 all contain Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings that were obtained more than 90 days after their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
Feb 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff #1 contained two fire safety trainings that were more than a year apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2023
Feb 9, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
3270.33(d) General requirements for facility persons
“All staff at the facility completed pediatric first-aid and CPR on 1/10/19 and 1/27/21, leaving 17 days in which no one at the facility competent in pediatric first-aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 completed first-aid and CPR training on 1/10/19 and 1/27/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for staff person #1, staff person #6, and staff person #7, all have been working at the facility for more than 90 days and have not completed pediatric first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #4, with a hire date of 2/18/02, lacked Ohio clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“In the 1 year old room, it was observed that the sink next to the changing table was not working.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for child #4 lacked The health insurance coverage, but listed the policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for child #3 lacked the release person's address.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.131(a)(4) Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance
“The file for child #1, with a start date of 9/8/20, had a health assessment completed on 7/28/18, which is not in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #2 and child #5 last had a health assessment completed in December 2020, which is more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report for child #2 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2022
3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record
“The immunization record for child #2 lacked an influenza vaccination in accordance with the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Facility conducted an emergency drill on 2/9/22, which was not before the required date of 12/19/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility lacked an emergency plan that provides accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
- Oct 25, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Chippewa Noahs Ark
Is Chippewa Noahs Ark licensed?
Yes. Chippewa Noahs Ark is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Chippewa Noahs Ark last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Chippewa Noahs Ark had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Chippewa Noahs Ark care for?
178, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Chippewa Noahs Ark accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Chippewa Noahs Ark's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Chippewa Noahs Ark cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 843-4362 to ask.
What is Chippewa Noahs Ark's phone number?
(724) 843-4362.
Where is Chippewa Noahs Ark?
2400 Darlington Rd, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. The nearest other daycare we list is Small Wonders Daycare Ctr, 0.5 miles away.