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Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 40
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center
Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center is a child care center in Avoca, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 40 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 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
- 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 40 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 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 | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 40 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247457
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A hand washing sign was not observed at the double sink in the Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.106(b) No bed linens alone
“Two thick blankets were observed on a wooden shelf that was near the entrance to the playground. Staff #1 acknowledged that these blankets were solely being used as rest equipment for two children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
Nov 15, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/15/23. The parent handbook did not contain a supervision policy. The operator acknowledged that this not given to the parents in writing.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/15/23. The changing table mat located in the Pre-K 2 classroom had a rip exposing the inner foam and preventing it from being sanitized properly.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/15/23. The ceiling tile in the bathroom located outside of the Pre K 2 room has a damaged ceiling tile.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
Oct 13, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“On 10/13/23, cert rep was at the facility for a complaint investigation. Staff reported that the facility had roaches in the preschool room, infant room, and kitchen. The operator verified that roaches were present and she immediately contacted the exterminator to come and spray the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
- Dec 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center
Is Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center care for?
40, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 457-2425 to ask.
What is Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center's phone number?
(570) 457-2425.
Where is Close to Home Child Care and Learning Center?
733 Main St, Avoca, PA 18641. The nearest other daycare we list is Friendly Faces, 0.7 miles away.