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Christine Thatchers Family Daycare
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About Christine Thatchers Family Daycare
Christine Thatchers Family Daycare is a home daycare in Fairfield, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (717) 408-5607 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Christine Thatchers Family Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00260135
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 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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- Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 4, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 contains a child abuse history clearance dated 1.27.20 which was more than 60 months old and was not renewed until 4.14.25. In addition, facility person #1 file contained a PA State Police clearance dated 1.19.20 which was more than 60 months old and was not renewed until 4.9.25 AND a NSOR certificate dated 2.21.20 which was more than 60 months old and was not renewed until 4.14.25. Facility Person #1 confirmed that she continued to operate the childcare during the period of time following the expiration of the initial clearances and prior to their renewal. The file of facility person #2 contains a child abuse history clearance dated 1.19.20 which was more than 60 months old and was not renewed until 8.3.25. Facility Person #1 confirmed that Facility Person #2 continued to remain in the childcare facility during the period of time following the expiration of the initial clearances and prior to their renewal.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2025
3290.94(a)(2) Different times of day
“Upon inspection of the facility fire drill logs, it was found that for all drills conducted in 2025 [8 in total] were conducted from 9am and 10am.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2025
3290.77 Glass
“Upon inspection of childcare spaces in use, it was observed that the sliding glass door located in the living room did not have a visual strip or other visual identification placed on the glass.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2025
3290.151(c)(2)/3290.192(2) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found no Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method was on file for Facility Person #2, who was observed to be assisting in the preparation of meals at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2025
3290.151(a)/3290.192(2) Within 3 months, then 12 months/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found no health assessment was on file for Facility Person #2, who was observed to be assisting in the preparation of meals at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2025
Jun 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that two electrical outlets in the lower-level play space did not have protective receptacle covers in place. The provider was immediately made aware of this of the area of noncompliance and made an immediate observable correction.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2025
Jul 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“Upon inspection of the facility fire safety records, it was found that the following smoke detector test dates exceeded the maximum of 30-days between required tests: 10.1.23 -- 11.1.23 [31 days]; 11.1.23 -- 12.15.23 [44 days] & 2.3.24 -- 3.24.24 [50 days].”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
- Aug 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 16, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3290.95(a) System in compliance
“Upon inspection of the facility fire testing logs, it was found that testing was completed on the following dates: 8.26.21, 9.10.21, 10.20.21, 11.17.21, 12.20.21, 1.18.22 - Therefore exceeding the minimum 30 day testing threshold on several occasions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2022
3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Parent written verification from Doctor.
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that there was no influenza vaccination recorded for child #3 or #4 and no valid exemption on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
3290.123(a) Signed
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the agreement on file for child #1, #3 and #4 was not signed by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Christine Thatchers Family Daycare
Is Christine Thatchers Family Daycare licensed?
Yes. Christine Thatchers Family Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Christine Thatchers Family Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Christine Thatchers Family Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Christine Thatchers Family Daycare care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Christine Thatchers Family Daycare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Christine Thatchers Family Daycare's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (717) 408-5607 to confirm.
How much does Christine Thatchers Family Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 408-5607 to ask.
What is Christine Thatchers Family Daycare's phone number?
(717) 408-5607.
Where is Christine Thatchers Family Daycare?
Fairfield, PA 17320. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.