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Cornerstone Child Care

890 Liberty St, Meadville, PA 16335
licensed capacity
39
open each week
5 days

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About Cornerstone Child Care

Cornerstone Child Care is a child care center in Meadville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 39 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
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Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
39 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity39 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Cornerstone Child Care

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
39 children
License number
#CER-00255198
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Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 18, 2026: 9 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • 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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  1. Feb 18, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for Staff person #4, includes verification of 11 of the required 12 hours of annual training between 3.2024-3.2025”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.183(a) Locked cabinet

      “The file cabinet where the child files are stored was not locked at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “There was Motrin labeled for use by a specific child in the Toddler room that does not include written parental permission to administer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “During nap the CR observed 3 cots in the Preschool Room and 5 cots in the Toddler room that did not have 2 feet on 3 sides while children were using the cots.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “There was a wall-cling smaller than 1 inch on the infant room accessible to children who are still placing items in their mouths that was coming off the wall and was potentially able to be pulled off by a child. There were 2 sensory bottles in the Toddler Room containing items smaller than an inch inside with an unsecured lid, making the items accessible to children who are still placing items in their mouths.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There were foam blocks in the Toddler room that had teeth marks in them.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for Staff person #2, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. The file for Staff person #3, who was classified as a group supervisor, does not have verification of a Bachelor's degree in education or a related human services field; or a Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of verified child care experience; or an Associate's degree in education or a related human services field and 2 years of verified child care experience; or an Associate's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 3 years of verified child care experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #1 are dated 11.19.24 and 12.2.25, more than 12 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff person #2 did not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet); the training was competed on 1.13.26.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026

  2. Feb 13, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “The baseboard in the gym, in the far left corner, had pulled away from the wall, exposing broken cement and cinder block pieces.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Yarn pompoms less than 1 inch size were observed in the Wobbler classroom, where children are placing things in their mouths. Staff reported the pompoms are used by the children for arts and craft projects.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 4 years old, included 3 of 4 pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “A diaper change was observed in the Wobbler classroom and the staff person was observed placing the soiled diaper on the changing table after removing it from the child, rather than immediately disposing of the diaper into a plastic-lined hands-free can.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 were dated 3.3.22 and 4.29.24, more than 24 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 3.22.24-4.22.24 and 11.8.24-12.11.24, more than 30 days apart”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The initial health assessment on file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 5.1.24, is dated 10.24.24, more than 60 days after enrollment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “There was Ibuprofen and Tylenol in the Infant classroom which did not have written parental permission to administer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #1 are dated 7.15.23 and 1.3.25, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #2 are dated 8.23.23 and 9.21.24, more than 12 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.71 Heat Source

      “The radiator by the bathroom in the preschool classroom, which is accessible to children, measured 117 degrees Fahrenheit to the touch.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025

  3. Feb 6, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #1 contains an initial health report that was conducted greater than 60 days after the first day of attendance at the facility. The health report is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “The five child files observed all contained the original financial agreement. According to staff, the parents were given a copy of the agreement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #1 contains a disclosure statement lacking a witness signature.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan is lacking updates including procedures during a lockdown and accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2024

  4. Feb 13, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #1, hire date (see LIS code sheet) is lacking a valid criminal history clearance and NSOR verification within 45 days of hire as required for provisional hire under CPSL.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.71 Heat Source

      “Observed in the Wobblers room the temperature of the wall heat register measured up to 120 degrees and was accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “Emergency contact information was not available in the Toddler room for child #1 who was observed receiving care in the child care space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2023

  5. May 17, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking verification of PFA / PCPR with an OCDEL approved curriculum and a PQAS certified trainer and has exceeded 90 days since hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “Staff person #2 has not completed the required health and safety training topics and was observed alone and unsupervised caring for 8 preschool aged children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2022

  6. Apr 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “2nd CITATION: The staff file for Staff person #1, lacked pediatric first-aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2/15/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022

  7. Feb 1, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(2) Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 600 hrs training

      “The staff file for Staff person #3, who is considered an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 600 or more hours of secondary training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(3) Name on bottle

      “In the Infant Room a bottle of infant Tylenol was observed to not be labeled with the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10)/3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Health and Safety Training

      “The staff file for Staff person #1, who has a hire date of 9/22/21, and Staff person #2, who has a hire date of 9/27/21, both lacked pediatric first-aid and CPR within 90 days of hire.”
  8. Sep 8, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “Based on staff interviews during a complaint investigation conducted on 9/8/21 it was reported that on multiple occasions, one staff person would be responsible for 6 children of mixed age levels (4 young toddlers and 2 older toddlers) for up to 30 minutes after naptime causing them not to be in compliance with staff; child ratios until another staff person would come and take one young toddler over to the infant room. Staff spoken to also reported that on multiple occasions, in the mornings between 7:45am and 8:00am, one staff person would be responsible for 7 children of mixed age levels (young toddler to preschool aged) until additional staff arrive.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2021

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Cornerstone Child Care licensed?

Yes. Cornerstone Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Cornerstone Child Care last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 18, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cornerstone Child Care had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Cornerstone Child Care care for?

39, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Cornerstone Child Care accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Cornerstone Child Care's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Cornerstone Child Care cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 337-5073 to ask.

What is Cornerstone Child Care's phone number?

(814) 337-5073.

Where is Cornerstone Child Care?

890 Liberty St, Meadville, PA 16335. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Child Care, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).