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Diamond Street Early Childhood Center
- licensed capacity
- 169
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Diamond Street Early Childhood Center
Diamond Street Early Childhood Center is a child care center in Akron, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 169 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 47 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 169 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 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 | 169 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Diamond Street Early Childhood Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 169 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257588
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 17, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 47 rules in all · 45 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Sep 17, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following supervision lapse: While staff person #1 was in the bathroom with a group of children, staff person #2 was responsible for supervising the children waiting in the hallway. Child #1 had just recently been dropped off and was upset. Child #1 was able to walk away from the group unseen and was able to get from the downstairs hallway bathroom, up the stairs, and down the hallways where he was found by staff working in the front office. Staff person #2 noticed the child was missing quickly, found a walkie-talkie, and notified leadership that a child had eloped from the group. At the same time the alert was being made, the child was being returned to the group. It is estimated that the child was unsupervised for approximately 1 minute, and away from the group for approximately 2 minutes.”
Correction due by Nov 6, 2026, per the state
Jul 2, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following incident: At approximately 11:30am on Thursday, 6/2/26, staff person #1 took a group of 7 preschoolers to use the restroom. As the children were finished, staff person #1 sent them down the hallway to re-join the large group in the indoor gross motor room. Staff person #1 then left child #1 behind in the bathroom when the staff person returned to the room. The child was unsupervised in the bathroom for approximately 3-5 minutes before staff realized the child was not with the group. Later in the afternoon, staff persons #2 and #3 were responsible for supervising a group of 12 children. When staff were asked to identify which specific children they were responsible for, only 11 of the 12 children were accounted for.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
May 21, 2026Visit2 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“At the time of the follow up visit to verify corrections for SIN-00286038 (from 4/17/26), it was observed that the plan of corrections for violation citing 3270.103 had not been fully implemented. On 5/21/26, small rocks (less than an inch in diameter) were still observed on the toddler playground. The rocks were present in the grassy area and also along the edge of the fence (within reach of the toddlers that use the space).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following supervision lapse: Staff persons #1 and #2 were responsible for a group of 7 preschoolers while on a field trip. While staff persons #1 and #2 were both tending to another child in the group, child #1 and #2 walked away with a group from a different school. Child #1 and #2 were recognized by parents that were attending the field trip and were returned to their group. Staff estimated that the children were without staff supervision for approximately 1 minute.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
May 21, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“At the time of the follow up visit to verify corrections for SIN-00286038 (from 4/17/26), it was observed that the plan of corrections for violation citing 3270.103 had not been fully implemented. On 5/21/26, small rocks (less than an inch in diameter) were still observed on the toddler playground. The rocks were present in the grassy area and also along the edge of the fence (within reach of the toddlers that use the space).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“The facility self-reported the following supervision lapse: Staff persons #1 and #2 were responsible for a group of 7 preschoolers while on a field trip. While staff persons #1 and #2 were both tending to another child in the group, child #1 and #2 walked away with a group from a different school. Child #1 and #2 were recognized by parents that were attending the field trip and were returned to their group. Staff estimated that the children were without staff supervision for approximately 1 minute.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
Apr 17, 2026Inspection19 rules cited
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Dismissal policy
“The ongoing immunization record on file for child #1 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The child's record did not include documentation of the 4th age-appropriate doses of DTAP, HIB, and Pneumococcal. The record also did not include the 3rd age-appropriate dose of the Polio vaccine.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“The most recent health assessments on file for staff person #3 were dated in September of 2023 and subsequently more than 24 months later in March of 2026. Facility persons #4, #5, and #6 volunteer at the facility. They each did not have health assessments with TB test results on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The records for facility persons #4, #5, and #6 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.72(c) Good repair
“Robins - The screen on the window was ripped. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Gross motor room -Large foam blocks were ripped, exposing the inner foam. -Yellow and blue plastic cones were cracked (CORRECTED ON SITE) -Gym mats were ripped, exposing the inner foam. Doves - A container that held action figures was cracked. (CORRECTED ON SITE) Puffins - A blue nap mat in the calming center was ripped, exposing the inner padding. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Gross motor - An area of peeling paint was observed between cart 2 and cart 4. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Facility persons #4, #5, and #6 have not received emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Small rocks (less than an inch in diameter) were observed on the toddler playground. The rocks were observed in the grass and also along the edge of the fence.”
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Room 133 (Eagles) - The first aid kit was stored in an area accessible to the children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Facility person #4 did not have a completed volunteer disclosure statement on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Cardinals - The first aid kit did not include soap. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Room 121 (Owls) - The dramatic play shelf was visibly dirty. A water mark was present on a ceiling tile in the back left corner.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The most recent staff evaluation on file for staff person #1 was more than 12 months old (dated in January of 2025).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Downstairs bathroom - A container of disinfectant was stored within reach of children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Room 131 - Outlets were uncovered along the back wall. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.111(a) Written plan
“Warblers - The daily schedule was not posted. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“An infant was laid down onto their side to sleep. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The fire safety trainings on file for staff person #2 were dated in October of 2024 and subsequently more than 12 months later in March of 2026. The fire safety trainings on file for staff person #3 were dated in February of 2025 and subsequently more than 12 months later in March of 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The most recent health report on file for child #1 (young toddler) was more than 6 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2026
- Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“Staff person #2's file did not contain the required verification of child care experience. Staff person #4's file did not contain acceptable verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The time between health assessments for Child #4 exceeded the permitted timeframe of every 6 months, for infants. (6/27/24, 2/4/25). See Code Sheet”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Staff person #1 did not wash own hands after diapering a child (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“It was observed, in Room 121 (Orioles) that two children could not be seen during naptime due to obstructions (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.166(1) Written statement
“The written feeding schedules for Infant/child #1, #2, and #3 were not current (7/23/24, 10/9/24, and 11/26/24 respectively).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed that a bottle of bleach was accessible to children in the cabinet under that diaper changing table (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“It was observed that the first-aid kit in the Nursery room did not contain scissors (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
- Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jul 29, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff person #2's file did not contain verification of education and child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Staff person #5's file did not contain the necessary minimum of 2500 hours of child care experience required to be utilized as an Assistant Group Supervisor yet was being used as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #1 and #4's Disclosure Statements on file were not dated. (Staff #1's was corrected during inspection). Staff person #4's Disclosure Statement on file was not witnessed or dated. Staff person #1's record contained a rap sheet that was not sent to DHS for review (corrected during inspection). Staff person #4's file did not contain an FBI clearance. Staff person #5's file did not contain the required out-of-state clearances within the first 45 days (provisional hire).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2024
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Apr 22, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“It was observed, in the Infant room, that there was not 2 feet of space on 3 sides of a crib while in use (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.15(b) Building Codes
“The Certificate of Occupancy was not on record at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“Staff person #1's record did not contain acceptable verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“The parents of child #1 did not update their child's emergency contact information once in a 6-month period (7/28/23, 2/15/24).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The time between health assessments on record for staff person #2 exceeded the permitted 24 months' timeframe between health assessments (3/29/21, 5/8/23)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the Nursery (Bluebirds) classroom that a bleach/water spray bottle was accessible to the children in the cabinet under the diaper changing area (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed, in the indoor Gross Motor space, that the closet on the left (back of room) is accessible to children and contained many tables stored which could topple over. It also contained loose wires. The closet on the right (back of room) contained many stored chairs which could topple over. It was observed in the Nursery (Bluebirds) that classroom chairs were stacked too high, making it a potential toppling hazard (corrected during inspection). It was observed, in Room 14 and Room 133 (owls) (Hummingbirds) that the stairs to the sink had a large amount of debris/dirt on the surfaces of each step. Also in Room 133, the classroom sink, the trashcan in the classroom and the cabinet under the sink were dirty (cabinet had many white splatter spots). In Rooms 13 and 127, the cabinets under the sink had many white splatters on them. It was observed in the School-Age classroom (Room 127) that there were several dead insects inside the ceiling light cover and a classroom drawer contained two screwdrivers which were accessible to children (screwdrivers removed during inspection). It was observed in the girls' and boys' downstairs bathrooms, that the steps to the sink had dirt on debris on them.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“It was observed in Room 18 and Room 14 that there was peeling paint. In Room 18, there were four approximately 1/2" spots under the left window. In Room 14, there were 2, approximately 1" spots of peeling paint under the weather chart. In the Nursery, there were 2 areas of peeling paint to the left of the closet. (All corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.78/3270.113(a) Lighting/Supervised at all times
“It was observed in Room 13 (Orioles) that the room was too dark during naptime, creating a supervision issue (corrected during inspection). It was observed in the Nursery (Bluebirds 1-2 yrs) that it was too dark during naptime, creating a supervision issue.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed in the downstairs children's bathrooms (girls and boys) that there were no handwashing signs posted at each toilet. The downstairs boys' bathroom was missing a handwashing sign at one of the two sinks. There was no handwashing sign in the staff bathroom, outside of Directors' office. (all corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed, in the Robins classroom (2 yrs) that the children had access to items smaller than 1" diameter (pom poms, googly eyes).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.133(7)(v) Date of administration
“It was observed, in Room 127, that the medication log for one child was not fully completed by the parent: Dates of Administration were left blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
Mar 11, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“The Directors and staff admitted that the facility utilizes two locations in the building (hall and gross motor room) where children are confined in an enclosed space (blocking the opening with mats or chairs) due to various behavioral issues.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2024
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Children are being taken out of the classroom due to behavioral concerns and are brought to locations in the building where other children in care can see them.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2024
Mar 11, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“The Directors and staff admitted that the facility utilizes two locations in the building (hall and gross motor room) where children are confined in an enclosed space (blocking the opening with mats or chairs) due to various behavioral issues.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2024
3270.111(c) Promote development
“Children are being taken out of the classroom due to behavioral concerns and are brought to locations in the building where other children in care can see them.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2024
Oct 23, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff person #1 was unaware of the whereabouts of child #1 (in primary care group) for approximately 5 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2023
Jul 20, 2023Visit2 rules cited
3270.115(a)(5) Staff:child ratios while swimming
“Staff person #1 did not maintain the required 1:6 staff/child ratio during swimming (young school-age). Staff person #1 gave the supervision responsibility of 4 children he was supervising to another staff person, causing the other staff person to have a 1:10 staff/child ratio (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“Child #1 and #2's emergency contact information did not include signed parental consent for swimming (corrected during swimming check).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
Apr 17, 2023Inspection24 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Child #11's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed, in the Nursery classroom, that a hands-free covered can was located close to the diaper changing area, however, a staff person used her/his hand to open the trashcan to discard a dirty diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #7's emergency contact information did not include the parent's work telephone number (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #4 completed the required one -hour Health and Safety update training on 2/8/23, after the deadline of 12/30.22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2023
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The files of child #2 through #11 contained the original agreements (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #10's record did not contain a current child service report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #1's timeframe between the completion of pediatric first-aid and CPR, on record, exceeded the permitted 24 months (10/18/18, 2/27/22).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #2 began working with children before receiving the NSOR clearance and FBI clearance (11/16/22 both clearances) SEE CODE SHEET”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed, in Rm 13 (Pre-K Counts), that 2 spray bottles with a H20/Bleach mixture were accessible to children in the cabinet above the sink (safety latch not latched). On the counter next to the sink, Force disinfectant wipes and two tubes of cream (keep out of reach of children) were accessible to the children. (all corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“It was observed, in Rm 18, Infant rm and in Rm 13 that the water temperature at the classroom sink and bathroom sink exceeded the maximum temperature permitted of 110 degrees F (118.6, 117, 117.5, and 114.8 degrees F, respectively.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2023
3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record
“Child #7's record did not contain proof of the required number of the following immunizations based upon the child's age (SEE CODE SHEET): Hepatitis B received 1/2, Rotavirus 1/3, HIB 1/3, Pneumoccocal 1/3, Polio 1/2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023
3270.133(2) Written instructions
“In Rm 18, there was medication for child #1 without instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine.or a prescription label.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.133(7)(iv)/3270.133(7)(vi) Amount to administer/Time of administration
“The medication log for child #1, in Rm 18, did not include the amount of medication to administer and the end date on the time to administer section.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“It was observed, in the Nursery room, that one of the children's hands were not washed after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #10's emergency contact information did not include addresses for all release people listed on form.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.175(a) Age appropriate restraints
“In the facility's vehicle used for transportation of children, one of the booster seats (Cosco brand) had a 2022 expiration date.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“Staff person #3's file does not contain acceptable verification of education to be utilized as a group supervisor. Staff person #5's file does not contain acceptable verification of education (no proof of completion of classroom portion of CTC courses and no proof of current enrollment in CTC program).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2023
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility did not have on record, proof of purchase of the fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Child #8's emergency contact information did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care (corrected during inspeciton).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.123(a) Signed
“Child #4's agreement was not signed by the operator (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“It was observed, in the Infant classroom, that one of the cribs was not labeled for the use of a specific child (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“In the Infant classroom, one child was missing a written statement, from the parent giving the formula and feeding schedule for the child (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed, in Rm 14 (Swans) that the outlet unit was not secured to the wall (hanging forward,) on the wall to the right upon entering the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“It was observed, in the Nursery classroom, that the first-aid kit did not contain gloves (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
Feb 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system has not been tested at least every 30 days, as required. The system was being tested every 60 days, during fire drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2023
Jan 27, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff persons #1 and #2 did not properly supervise child #1 causing this child to be left alone in the bathroom for 30-45 minutes. These staff persons were not following the facility's system in place for knowing the whereabouts of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff persons #1 and #2 did not properly supervise child #1 causing this child to be left alone in the bathroom for 30-45 minutes. These staff persons were not following the facility's system in place for knowing the whereabouts of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff persons #1 and #2 did not properly supervise child #1 causing this child to be left alone in the bathroom for 30-45 minutes. These staff persons were not following the facility's system in place for knowing the whereabouts of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2023
Dec 19, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff person #1 forcefully grabbed child #1 by the wrists when the child did not respond to directions given.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2023
Aug 26, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #4 has not completed the 10 hour Health and Safety Training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff Person #12 has not completed the required Pediatric First Aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and PQAS approved curriculum (Training on 1/23/21 was "Basic Life Support"). Staff Person #7 has not completed the required Pediatric First Aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and PQAS approved curriculum. Staff Person #17 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer shown on the card, has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Staff Person #7 did not have documentation of 12 hours of child care training in the past year (She had 9 hours). Staff Person #11 did not have documentation of 12 hours of child care training in the past year (She had 9 hours). Staff Person #4 had none of the required, documented 12 hours of child care training in the past year.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff Person #14 did not have documentation of a written report of an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in the child care facility. (see LIS Codes) Staff Person #7 did not have documentation of an updated health assessment conducted 24 months after the last one, which was dated 7/13/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.133(6) Written consent
“An Epi-Pen for Child #1 was observed in a locked bag in the Bluebirds (1's) Room that did not have signed parental written consent for administration of the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“One of the refrigerators in the Warbler (Infants) Room did not have a thermometer in it to demonstrate that food was being stored safely at 45 degrees F.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There were 3 stained ceiling tiles observed in the Bluebirds Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.27(c)/3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Training regarding plan/Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff Persons #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22 and 23 did not have documentation of the required, annual emergency plan training or fire safety training conducted within the past year. Staff Person #20 did not have documentation of the required, annual emergency plan training conducted within the past year.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2022
Nov 18, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record
“Health report for child #5 is does not include record of ACIP recommended immunization for [name]”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Records for staff persons #2 and #4 do not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility. Record for staff person #3 does not include education.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Record for staff person #1 only includes one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“Record for facility person #4 does not contain PA state police clearance or child abuse clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact info for child #1 is missing parent's work address and phone number, and release person's address. Emergency contact info for child #2 is missing parent's work name, address, and phone number. Emergency contact info for child #3 is missing parent's work name, address, and number, and release person's address and phone number. Emergency contact info for child #4 is missing parent's work name, address, and number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Diamond Street Early Childhood Center
Is Diamond Street Early Childhood Center licensed?
Yes. Diamond Street Early Childhood Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Diamond Street Early Childhood Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Diamond Street Early Childhood Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 47 rules across 10 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Diamond Street Early Childhood Center care for?
169, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Diamond Street Early Childhood Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Diamond Street Early Childhood Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Diamond Street Early Childhood Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 859-4272 to ask.
What is Diamond Street Early Childhood Center's phone number?
(717) 859-4272.
Where is Diamond Street Early Childhood Center?
1311 Diamond St Ste A, Akron, PA 17501. The nearest other daycare we list is Helping Hands Day Care Center, 0.7 miles away.