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Crystal Shelton-Hill is a home daycare in Orrtanna, 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 37 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
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Crystal Shelton-Hill has not listed its tuition.
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 12, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 37 rules in all · 36 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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3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 contains a National Sexual Offender Registry [NSOR] dated 1.19.21 [expired 1.19.26] which is more than 60 months old. There was no application in the file for an updated NSOR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Upon arrival at the facility, it was observed that one opened bag of ice melt labeled 'keep out of reach of children' was present and accessible at the top of the exterior stairway used as a primary entrance to the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3290.72 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Upon inspection of the required posted documents in place at the facility, it was observed that the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3290.111(b) Posted in area used by parents
“Upon inspection of the required posted documents in place at the facility, it was observed that the written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in a traffic area used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
3290.124(d) Written emergency plan posted
“Upon inspection of the required posted documents in place at the facility, it was observed that a written plan was not conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3290.131(a) Within 60 days
“Upon inspection of children's records on file at the facility, it was found that no initial or updated health assessment was on file for Child #1 AND the health assessment on file for Child #2 did not contain a date with the physician signature to confirm when the assessment was completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2026
3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e) Immunization record/Immunization record
“Upon inspection of children's records on file at the facility, it was found that neither an initial nor any applicable immunization record updates were on file for Child #1, Child #3 or Child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2026
3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Upon inspection of the primary staff person #1/operator's file, it was found that the previous health assessment on file dated 10.31.23 was not updated until 1.18.26. The provider verbally confirmed that childcare at the facility was conducted during the intervening time period [10.31.25-1.17.26].”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
3290.31(f) Age and training
“Upon inspection of the primary staff person #1/operator's file, it was found that eleven clock hours of professional training had been documented between December 19, 2024 - December 19, 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Upon arrival at the facility, the following was observed: 1] several piles of dog feces [4] were in evidence at the second-floor entry level doorway and 2] two hand-tools with sharp edges were located on the ground at the base of the exterior stairway used as a primary entry point to the facility. This is the second citation for the sharp-edged tools located in an accessible area and is evidence that the previously submitted and approved plan of correction is not being followed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2026
3290.62 Outside Walkways
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that two steps leading to second floor primary entry to the facility were broken and needed repair. The provider verbally indicated that she was aware of the damage and had plans to make the necessary repairs.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3290.61 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that the fencing barrier ensuring a safe play area was down, making an unsafe area accessible to playing children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that a bag of commercial insecticide product was easily accessible at the entry way steps/porch area and another bag of insecticide material was easily accessible on the ground within the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3290.65(a) Trash removed once a day
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that a bag of household trash and a bag of recycling items were present at the second-floor entry to the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3290.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that a piece of childcare equipment [infant seat] was placed within the area of the secondary exit door from the living room space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that 1] several areas of standing water were present at the entry area and play area; 2] landscaping tools [including pruners, hedgers and digging mattock] were left accessible at the entry area and play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection, it was observed that one electrical outlet nearest where the children in care were using their devices was unprotected and not in use. The provider indicated that the children had recently been using the outlet to charge a device.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a completed PA child abuse, a DHS required FBI clearance, a PA State Police Criminal clearance or NSOR verification or a signed disclosure statement. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3290.24(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that specific accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical condition were not addressed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3290.24(a)(4) Contact when ended
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that a specific method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children was missing from the plans.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
3290.24(a)(3) Contact when arises
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plans, it was found that a specific method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises was missing from the plans.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“Upon inspection of the facility fire system testing logs, it was found that the required tests exceeded the maximum of 30-days between test on the following dates: 1.3.24/2.3.24 [31days]; 3.3.24/4.3.24 [31 days]; 5.3.24/6.3.24 [31 days]; 7.3.24/8.3.24 [31 days]; 8.3.24/9.3.24 [31 days]; 10.3.24/11.3.24 [31 days]; 12.3.24/1.3.25 [31 days].”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that one electrical outlet in the living room space had a cracked/broken face plate cover which is accessible to children in care. In addition, it was found that the facility emergency plans did not include specific plans for the continuity of operations. Finally, it was found that the restroom sink was clogged and retaining water which created an unsanitary condition.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3290.124(d) Written emergency plan posted
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that a written plan is not conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3290.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that health insurance coverage and policy numbers were missing from Child #1 and Child #2 Emergency Contact Information.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2025
3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the date of admission was missing for Child #1 & #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2025
3290.111(b) Posted in area used by parents
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in any location.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
3290.70(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that multiple windows in the living room space were not constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Upon inspection of the physical site, it was found that one electrical outlet in the living room space was missing two protective receptable covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2025
3290.24(f) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility letter to the parents regarding the emergency plans, it was found that details regarding plans for accommodation were missing.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
3290.62 Outside Walkways
“It was observed that the walkway to the front door used was cluttered with excessive amounts of stacked items including furniture, sidewalk salt, broken decorations and other hazardous items. The side walkway and door (used for emergencies) were blocked by a broken gutter hanging down from the side of the roof onto the walkway. The gutter had sharp edges and blocked the entrance/exit posing a hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“It was observed that there were 3 containers of Clorox wipes on the floor in open access kitchen pantry accessible to children. It was observed in the bathroom used by the children that there were several toxic hair products in drawers accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024
3290.74(a) Requirements
“It was observed in the kitchen area accessible to children that there were 3 broken, hanging drawers taped up with pinch points accessible to children posing a hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3290.95(a) System in compliance
“It was observed that the FCCH did not have an interconnected fire detection system installed in the home in accordance with ACT 62. The FCCH has smoke detectors with lithium ion batteries that were not interconnected.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3290.95(b) Operator or designated staff responsibility
“It was observed that the facility operator did not ensure that the smoke detectors were tested every 30 days and the testing was documented.”
3290.31(f) Age and training
“Staff Person #1 did not have 12 annual clock hours of child care training complete. The file for Staff Person #1 only included 6 annual clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2024
3290.61 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“It was observed in the outdoor play area that there was a broken hot tub, and a small pond with excessive algae, bacteria and broken items in it accessible to children, It was also observed in the outdoor play area that there was a gas can, a lawnmower, a pressure washer, and an excess amount of other broken items and hazardous material accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024
3290.69 Heat Source
“Upon inspection of the physical site child hand washing sink, it was found that the hot water coming out of the faucet was 128 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Parent written verification from Doctor.
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the immunization record for child #1 only had one record of Hepatitis B, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, Polio and Hepatitis A vaccinations and no record of Rotavirus or Influenza vaccinations. There was no exemptions on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3290.73(c) Has all items
“Upon inspection of the physical site first aid kit, it was found that both sterile gauze pads and nonporous gloves were not included in the kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3290.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Upon inspection of the physical site rest equipment, it was found that the floor cots utilized by the children were not labeled with each individual child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3290.111(a) Written plan
“Upon inspection of the facility posted documents, it was found that a written plan of daily activities and routines was not present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3290.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Upon inspection of children files, it was found that the emergency contact information did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3290.192(3) CPSL information
“Upon inspection of the facility personnel files, it was found that a signed/dated/witnessed disclosure statement was not on file for staff person #1 was not dated; no disclosure statement was on file for household members #2 - #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2023
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the facility documentation on file, it was determined that no written Policy and Procedure for Shaken Baby/Head Trauma had been created and made available. In addition, it was found that Staff person #1 was caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 2022 Health and Safety training update.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
3290.131(c) Written and signed by physician, PA, CRNP.
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that no health assessment on file was signed/dated by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP for child #2 and #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3290.22(b) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“Upon inspection of the facility's posted documents, it was found that information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office was not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that no initial health assessment was found on file for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3290.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the health reports on file for children #2 and #3 did not include 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: Feb 28, 2023
3290.117(c) Vet's certificate required
“Upon unannounced monitoring of the facility documentation, it was found that a canine was present in the facility and that the rabies immunization vaccination had expired and had not been renewed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2022
3290.95(a) System in compliance
“While conducting a fire safety inspection of the facility as part of an unannounced monitoring, it was found that no receipts for the purchase of the alarms was on file and the provider had not signed/dated the required attestation statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“During inspection of the exterior play space, it was observed that several safety threats would be accessible to children in care. A container of lighter fluid was openly accessible on the ground; a trampoline was accessible by an attached ladder to the side; a dilapidated and unsecured hot tub was accessible in the space; and a unsecured flowing water landscape feature was accessible in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a verification review of household member #1 clearance file, it was found that a National Sexual Offender Registry was still not present AND a copy of a signed/dated disclosure was not present for household member #1 and facility person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“During on unannounced onsite inspection to verify annual renewal corrections, it was observed that during exterior entry to the second floor level of the facility, that a significant portion of one of the steps was missing, causing concern for the safety of those entering and exiting the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2022
3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care was not included for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the address for the individual designated by the parent on the Emergency Contact information was not included for the child #1 and #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.124(d) Written emergency plan posted
“Upon inspection of the facility posted documents, it was found that a plan that identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency were not developed and posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022
3290.131(a) Within 60 days
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that no initial [or subsequent] health report was on file for child #3 [admitted on 8.29.21].”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022
3290.24(a)(5) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical condition was not included in the plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022
3290.123(b)/3290.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that an original copy of the agreement was on file for child #1, #2 and #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the agreement for child #1, #2 and #3 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the agreement for child #1, #2 and #3 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.117(c) Vet's certificate required
“Upon inspection of the facility documentation, it was found that a canine was present in the facility and that the rabies immunization vaccination had expired.”
3290.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Upon conducting an inspection of the facility for fire safety, it was found that an exterior exit in the child care space was completely obstructed with toys, furniture and other items.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.73(c) Has all items
“Upon inspection of the facility first aid kit, it was found that scissors, soap and nonporous gloves were missing from the contents.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Upon inspection of the child care space, it was found that [3] electrical outlets did not have protective receptacle covers in place.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.62 Outside Walkways
“Upon arrival at the facility to conduct the annual renewal inspection, it was found that the entrance walkway and steps to the second level were ice covered.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022
3290.32(a)/3290.192(4) Comply with CPSL/Required training
“The file of facility person #1 contained a FBI clearance dated 6.14.16 [expired on 6.14.21] and a required a mandated reporter training certificate dated 6.15.16 [expired on 6.15.21] AND the file for person #2 contained a PA State Police criminal clearance dated 4.14.16 [expired on 4.14.21 and not renewed until 7.26.21] as well as no required valid FBI clearance and National Sex Offender registry. The LE does not have an approved waiver to hire provisionally. Finally, neither person #1 or #2 had a signed and dated disclosure statement included in their records.”
3290.131(e) Immunization record
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the file for child #3 did not contain written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2022
3290.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff were not included for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility documentation, it was found that an emergency drill was not conducted in 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3290.24(a)(1) Emergency plan
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan, it was found that accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down and shelter in place at the facility were not included in the plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022
3290.95(a) System in compliance
“While conducting a fire safety inspection of the facility, it was found that no receipts for the purchase of the alarms was on file, as the provider states that they were provider by the local fire department.”
3290.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Upon inspection of the children's records, it was found that the health insurance policy number was not included on the Emergency Contact information for child #1, #2 and #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2022
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Fairfield, PA 17320 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Fairfield, PA 17320 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Fairfield, PA 17320 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Fairfield, PA 17320 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Fairfield, PA 17320 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Fairfield, PA 17320 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Crystal Shelton-Hill 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 January 12, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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.
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Its hours are not listed. Call (717) 398-1343 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 398-1343 to ask.
(717) 398-1343.
Orrtanna, PA 17353. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.