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5450 Merwin Ln, Erie, PA
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Eastside YMCA Day Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 250
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Eastside YMCA Day Care Center
Eastside YMCA Day Care Center is a child care center in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 250 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 67 rules across 17 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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 250 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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 | 250 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Eastside YMCA Day Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 250 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00252168
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 17 of 17 visits · 67 rules in all · 66 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 17
- Health, medication and illness 12
- Discipline and child guidance 8
- Background checks 8
- Safety and hazards 7
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Safe sleep 2
- Records and paperwork 2
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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May 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Video observation showed Staff Person #1 pulling Child #1 abruptly by the hand causing the child to go into, and then onto, the table. Staff Person #1 confirmed that this occurred after they asked Child #1 to hand them a banana that Child #1 and another child had been play tug of war with. Staff Person #1 confirmed that they did not wait for Child #1 to let go of the banana prior to pulling it resulting in the incident occurring.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
Feb 4, 2026Inspection17 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #2 is lacking an initial health report conducted within 60 days of the first day of attendance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The file for facility person #11, serving as the facility bus driver, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking documentation of initial training regarding the facility emergency plan. The file for staff person #10, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking documentation of initial training regarding the facility emergency plan. The files for staff persons #2 and #6 are lacking documentation of current training regarding the facility emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #8 contains current PFA/CPR certification that was completed after the previous certification expired as evidenced by trainings dated 8/4/2022 and 1/7/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for staff persons #1,3,5,6,7,8 and 9, hire dates (see IS code sheet) are lacking documentation of fire safety training completed during the previous 12-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #4, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains valid health and safety training that was completed greater than 90 days after hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #5, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a current state police clearance that was obtained greater than 60 months after the previous state police clearance as evidenced by clearances dated 9/10/2020 and 9/12/2025. The file for staff person #8, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a current NSOR verification however is lacking an NSOR verification at the time of initial hire as required under CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The files for staff persons #2 and #7 contain current mandated reporter training that was completed greater than 60 months after the previous training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #4, serving as an assistant group supervisor, is lacking documentation of experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor. Staff person #4 may serve as an aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2026
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“Observed staff person #4, qualified as an aide, alone and supervising a group of 3 older toddlers and 1 preschooler.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed an area of damaged drywall on the wall in the back corner in the play space in the Academy building.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed in School Age Gym 2 a broken wooden musical shaker with a sharp edge.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for child #1 and child #2 contain current child assessments that were conducted greater than 6 months after the previous child assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The file for child #1 contains a current health report that is lacking physician statements regarding communicable disease and the child's suitability to participate in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #8 contains a current health assessment that was conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment as evidenced by health assessments conducted 6/6/2022 and 11/9/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for facility person #11 is lacking 2 written non-family reference letters.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #2 contains only 4 of the required 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/2024 to 12/2025. The file for staff person #3 contains only 4.5 of the required 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/2024 to 12/2025. The file for staff person #6 contains only 7 of the required 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/2024 to 12/2025. The file for staff person #7 contains only 7 of the required 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/2024 to 12/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for staff persons #1,3,5,7 and 9 are lacking current written evaluations conducted during the previous 12-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
Oct 21, 2025Visit2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“It was self-reported and verified by interviews that on 10/13/2025 during a walking excursion to the Rolling Ridge Elementary School playground, four older school aged children found a vape and used the vape while at the school playground and again when back in the field play space at the child care facility. Staff persons #1, #2 and #3 who were responsible for supervision of the children were not aware that the children had found and used the vape until it was reported at the end of the day by another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“It was self-reported and verified by interviews that on 10/13/2025 during a walking excursion to the Rolling Ridge Elementary School playground, four older school aged children found a vape and used the vape while at the school playground and again when back in the field play space at the child care facility. Staff persons #1, #2 and #3 who were responsible for supervision of the children were not aware that the children had found and used the vape until it was reported at the end of the day by another child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
Aug 13, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The files for staff persons #3 and 4 contain current PFA/CPR that was completed after the previous certification expired. The file for staff person #14 contains PFA/CPR certification that expired 5/2025 and is lacking documentation of updated PFA/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for staff persons #2, 4, and 7 are lacking current fire safety training completed during the previous 12 month period. The file for staff person #5 contains current fire safety training that was completed greater than 12 months after the previous fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PFA/CPR with approved curriculum and trainer”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #4, hire date (see IS code sheet), contains a criminal history clearance dated 7/20/2020 and is lacking an updated criminal history clearance received during the past 60 months. The file for staff person #6. hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a current child abuse clearance dated 4/27/2025 and a previous child abuse clearance dated 4/24/2020 which exceed 60 months between clearances. The clearance is now current. The file for staff person #9, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a criminal history clearance dated 6/10/2020 and is lacking an updated clearance received during the previous 60-month period. The file for staff person #11, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an NSOR verification dated 6/16/2025 which was after the initial start date in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed the floors in the Pre-K 5 and Pre-K 3 classrooms to have a very heavy layer of dirt and grime indicating that it has been a significant amount of time since they were cleaned. Observed an area rug in the Pre-K 3 classroom to be dirty and stained. Observed the walls in the restrooms off of the child care lobby to be covered with dirt and grime.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed 4 cribs in the infant room that were not labeled for the use of a specific child. Observed rest mats in the pre-k 5 room were numbered however there was no documentation identifying which child was assigned to which numbered mat.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed 2 cribs with sleeping infants that lacked 2 feet of open space on 3 sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for child #1 contains emergency contact and financial agreement that have not been updated by the parent during the previous 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #2 contains a current health assessment that was conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment as evidenced by health assessments dated 3/29/23 and 5/6/25. The file for staff person #8 contains a current health assessment that was conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment as evidenced by health assessments dated 2/6/23 and 3/12/25. The file for staff person #10 contains a current health assessment that was conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment as evidenced by health assessments dated 5/23/23 and 6/2/25. The file for staff person #12 contains a current health assessment that was conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment as evidenced by health assessments dated 6/11/23 and 7/7/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for staff person #1 is lacking documentation of a TB test and the results of the test.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The file for staff person #5 contains a current health assessment that indicates the individual has a communicable disease however it lacks physician's documentation as to how this may affect the individuals work with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for staff persons #5, #6 and #13 contain only one nonfamily reference. The second reference is from a relative.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log indicated that fire drills were conducted 4/19/2025 and 6/30/2025 exceeding 60 days between fire drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #2 is lacking 12 annual training hours between 3/2024 and 3/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child #1 is lacking documentation of the child's growth and development as provided to the parent during the previous 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2025
Aug 7, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Based on staff interviews, written statements and video it is verified that on 8.1.2025 while returning from a field trip, staff person #1 (a PA CDL approved driver) permitted staff persons #2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, all of whom do not hold CDL bus driver license, to drive the facility's full size school bus in a vacant parking lot near the child care center with 52 school aged children on board the bus. It was verified that at times, the bus was being driven at a rate of speed not safe for the parking lot or the circular pattern of driving by staff persons #2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. This was evidence by children being fearful during this experience and also sliding into one another when sharp turns were made.”
Jun 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for facility person #1 is lacking a TB test at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for facility person #1, serving as the facility lifeguard, is lacking an initial health assessment and Tb test.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2025
Mar 12, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“*Based on interviews with multiple staff persons, staff person #1 used a chair to pin a child between the chair and the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
Feb 7, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on observation of facility video, staff person #1 used physical punishment when they pushed back forcefully on a child's forehead and pulled the child's hair.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on staff interviews, written statements and facility video, staff person #1 restrained a child by placing her leg over the child during naptime to keep the child from moving on his/her cot.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
Feb 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on observation of facility video, staff person #1 used physical punishment when they pushed back forcefully on a child's forehead and pulled the child's hair.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on staff interviews, written statements and facility video, staff person #1 restrained a child by placing her leg over the child during naptime to keep the child from moving on his/her cot.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
Dec 26, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“On 12/26/2024 at ~12:00pm observed 20 children receiving care in the PreK-2 room. The capacity of the PreK-2 room is 18.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“*Based on a review of a facility video recording in the older toddler classroom, staff #1 used physical punishment when they roughly grabbed and pulled a child's arm while preparing to go outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“***Based on a review of a facility video recording in the older toddler classroom, staff #1 used physical punishment when they roughly grabbed and pulled a child's arm while preparing to go outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“**Based on a review of a facility video recording in the older toddler classroom, staff #1 used physical punishment when they roughly grabbed and pulled a child's arm while preparing to go outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
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Dec 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“On 12/26/2024 at ~12:00pm observed 20 children receiving care in the PreK-2 room. The capacity of the PreK-2 room is 18.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“*Based on a review of a facility video recording in the older toddler classroom, staff #1 used physical punishment when they roughly grabbed and pulled a child's arm while preparing to go outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“***Based on a review of a facility video recording in the older toddler classroom, staff #1 used physical punishment when they roughly grabbed and pulled a child's arm while preparing to go outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“**Based on a review of a facility video recording in the older toddler classroom, staff #1 used physical punishment when they roughly grabbed and pulled a child's arm while preparing to go outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2025
Nov 19, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #3 contains a current PFA/PCPR certification that was completed after the previous certification expired evidenced by trainings dated 8/22/22 and 10/8/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed in the Pre-K 4 (Young School Age) room, where children aged 5 and under receive care, an electrical outlet lacking protective covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed in the Pre-K 3 room a snake plant sitting on a low shelf. Snake plants are toxic to humans.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #1, re-hire date (see IS code sheet) serving as an AGS, is lacking a current health assessment completed during the previous 12 month period at the time of hire. The file for staff person #5, hire date (see IS code sheet) serving as a GS, is lacking a current health assessment conducted during the previous 24 month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The file for staff person #2 contains an initial health assessment that is lacking physician statements regarding an exam for communicable disease and suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff person #7 contains a current mandated reporter training that was completed greater than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training evidenced by trainings dated 10/9/19 and 10/14/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #6, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains Health & Safety training that was completed greater than 90 days after their start date evidenced with a training certificate dated 6/17/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a state police clearance that is in 'under review' status which is not valid for employment in a child care facility. The file for staff person #4, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an NSOR verification which expired 1/18/2024 and is lacking a current NSOR verification which is required for employment in a child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
Jul 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the time period between 6/12 to 7/15/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2024
Jul 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for facility person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet), serving as the facility lifeguard, is lacking a current mandated reporter training. The training on file expired 7/29/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
Jun 12, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During staff interviews on 6/12/24 it was verified that staff person #1 kicked a child twice because the child kicked a peer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
May 21, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact form and the parent agreement in the file for child #1 has not been reviewed or updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The most recent update was on 10/18/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent fire safety trainings in the file for staff person #10 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The files for staff persons #2, #11, and #12 had documentation of Pediatric First Aid /CPR training was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. Staff person #2: 10/28/21 and 11/21/23. Staff person #11: 10/29/20 and 2/17/23. Staff person #12: 1/6/21 and 2/17/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A piece of plastic on a cabinet door to a children's play kitchen set was observed to be broken with rough edges and not in good repair in the PreK-2 room. Resting mats in the PreK-5 room were observed to be ripping on the edges and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 lacked PA Child Abuse clearance results. The document on file is for volunteer purposes. The file for staff person #3 lacked clearance results for the state of North Carolina where the staff person resided in the 5 years prior to employment. The file for staff person #13 lacked FBI clearance results. The FBI clearance results that were on file were through the Department of Education.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #5 had documentation of FBI clearance results that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 4/1/19 and 4/5/24. The file for staff person #7 had documentation of PA Child Abuse clearance results dated after the staff persons date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet): 12/8/23. The file for staff person #8 had documentation of FBI clearance results that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 1/7/19 and 1/25/24. The file for staff person #9 had documentation of NSOR clearance results dated after the staff persons date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet): 1/5/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #1 had documentation of Pediatric First Aid/CPR dated 12/13/23 but was not completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #14 had documentation of Pediatric First Aid/CPR dated 5/10/24 but was not completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #4 had documentation of a TB screening dated 11/29/21 but was not at initial employment. The file for staff person #14 had documentation of a TB screening dated 4/11/24 but was not at initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #13 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff persons #6 and #12 had documentation health assessments that were not renewed before the expiration date of the most current assessment on file. Staff person #6: 6/19/21 and 7/8/23. Staff person #12: 9/13/21 and 12/1/23. The file for staff person #13 had documentation of a health assessment on file dated 12/16/23, but was not at initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #14 had documentation of a health assessment on file dated 4/7/24, but was not at initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
Apr 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
May 9, 2023Inspection16 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The files for facility persons #3, #5, #6, and #7 were observed to lack completion of the following pre-service training by 12/30/22: Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022. The files for facility persons #3, #5, #6, and #7 are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days from 1/6/23 and 2/15/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for facility person #4 was observed to have documentation of a health assessment that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification on file: 3/3/20 and 3/11/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.133(6) Written consent
“The medication log for a child's Epinephrine Injection medication, Benadryl, and an inhaler was observed to lack parental written consent for administration of medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #1 lacked an updated health report conducted within 12 months of previous health report. The most current health report on file for child #1 was observed to be dated 5/3/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health assessments on file for child #2, who is a preschool child are dated more than 12 months apart: 6/22/21 and 10/27/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The embedded climbing structure outside in the Preschool play space was surrounded by mulch measured less than 6 inches which is less than the recommendation of the USCPSC.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The wall that separates the PreK-5 room and PreK-4 room was observed to be ripped and fraying and was not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“The trash receptacle in the hallway outside of Room A12 contained trash that was contaminated by human secretions was plastic-lined but did not have a closed lid to the receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination
“A container of Clorox disinfectant wipes and a bottle of glue that state "keep out of reach of children" were observed in a storage cabinet next to food in Room A11.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Four bottles of Gillette shaving cream that states "keep out of reach of children" were observed to be accessible to children in the PreK-3 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“Based on facility statements, infants and toddlers located in the Academy Building use the outside grass area surrounding the playground structure as play space. The outside play space is next to a parking lot and is not enclosed in with a fence or natural barrier making it an unsafe area for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for facility person #1 lacked PA Child Abuse clearance results prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under CPSL. The PA Child Abuse clearance results in the file for facility person #1 were observed to be for "volunteer" purposes. The file for facility person #1 was observed not to contain a valid NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for facility person #2 was observed to have documentation of FBI Clearance results that were not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 5/21/17 and 12/8/22. The file for facility person #6 was observed not to contain documentation of application of PA Criminal History clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The PA Criminal History clearance results on file are dated 7/15/22. The file for facility person #6 was observed not to contain valid FBI clearance results within 45 days of hire (See IS CODE SHEET). The file for facility person #8 was observed to have documentation of FBI Clearance results that were not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 10/9/17 and 10/19/22. The file for facility person #10 was observed not to contain valid NSOR clearance results within 45 days of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). Facility person #10 has NSOR clearance results that are dated 4/14/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Facility person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET): Health and Safety training. Facility person #1 has a completion date of 5/1/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for facility person #9 had documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR training was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification on file: 1/17/20 and 12/15/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In Room A9, a loose crib sheet was observed on a crib in which an infant was sleeping.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
Mar 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on staff statements and video recording, staff person #1 was sitting in a chair with child #1 between the staff person's legs. Staff person #1 was restraining the child by having both arms around the child's body to restrict movement while the child was screaming "Let me go! Let me go!"”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023
Mar 8, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on staff statements and video recording, staff person #1 was sitting in a chair with child #1 between the staff person's legs. Staff person #1 was restraining the child by having both arms around the child's body to restrict movement while the child was screaming "Let me go! Let me go!"”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023
May 17, 2022Inspection28 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #7 lacked an updated health report conducted within 12 months of previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #2, #3, #5 and #7 lacked documentation of the yearly Influenza shot with no letter of exemption in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2022
3270.133(5) Original label
“In room A-14, it was observed to have Aquaphor cream that expired 4/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #10 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #10 was dated 4/19/21. The file for staff person #1, #4, #5, #7 and #9 was observed to have documentation of a health assessment dated more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility lacked having the current certificate of compliance being posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.94(a)(6) Remove all persons in one trip
“The fire drill log was observed to have documentation that did not provide for the removal of all persons from the facility in a single trip.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2 and #13 was observed to have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. Staff person #2 most recent trainings are dated 9/6/19 and 10/28/21. Staff person #13 has documentation dated 9/6/19 and 10/28/21. The file for staff person #8 was observed to lack current pediatric first aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #5, #15, #16 and #17 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5, #15, #16 and #17 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR, from a PQAS-approved trainer and a PQAS-approved curriculum. Staff person #16 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics #1 through #9, as required by regulation 31f.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for staff #1, #4, #5, #6, #9, #12, #14, and #15 was observed to have documentation of fire safety training dated more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #9 was observed to have documentation of PA State Police Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance dated more than 60 months apart. Staff person #9 two most current PA State Police Clearance are dated 4/20/15 and 6/10/20 and Child Abuse Clearance are dated 4/20/15 and 6/11/20.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #9 was observed to have documentation of mandated reporter training being completed more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff #8 and #11 was observed to have documentation of NSOR results past the provisional hire period (See LIS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“The SA playground is located next to a parking lot and is not enclosed in with a fence or natural barrier making it an unsafe area for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In room A12, A15 and the PreK-4 room, it was observed to have two missing outlet covers in room A12 and four outlet covers in room A15 and two missing out cover in the PreK-2 room, which was accessible to children under the age of 5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the PreK-5 room, it was observed the wall base located to left of the door entrance in the room was ripping off of the wall and not in good repair. In the hallway in the ELA building and in the PreK-2 room, sinks were observed to have a wooden frame in which it was chipping causing splinters and pinch points. In the SA pavilion located outside in the play space, it was observed a trash can that was overflowing with garbage on the ground in the pavilion and grass area which is child care space. In the PreK-4 room and PreK-5 room, trash cans were overflowing with garbage in child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #12, #14, #16, and #17 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #3, #5, #11 and #15 do not have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training by an approved curriculum and the trainer is not PQAS-certified.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff #3 lacked documentation of two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“The file for staff #3 and #11 lacked documentation of verification of education, transcript, diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. (See LIS CODE SHEET).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff person #3, functioning as a group supervisor, was observed to lack documentation in the staff file of childcare experience. Staff person #11, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, was observed to lack documentation in the staff file of childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On the SA Playground inside of the pavilion, it was observed to have peeling paint on the circuit box that was located in a child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the GE room, it was observed to have two broken toy bins that were not in good repair. In the PreK-3 room, it was observed to have one broken plastic toy bin was not in good repair. In the PreK-4 room, it was observed to have a small trampoline with netting that was ripped covering around the trampoline and was not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“In the SA Playground, it was observed not to have a minimum of 9 inches of mulch under the swing set, the tire swings and the blue climbing structure.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2022
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for staff person #10 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment. (See LIS CODE SHEET).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2022
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file for child #7 lacked documentation of the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file for child #7 lacked documentation on the child's special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for child #2 and #6 lacked the name, address and telephone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #1 lacked documentation of an initial health report within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
Jan 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The tile floors in the Pre-k 4 classroom were observed to be extremely dirty and stained.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2022
- Dec 16, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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Questions about Eastside YMCA Day Care Center
Is Eastside YMCA Day Care Center licensed?
Yes. Eastside YMCA Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Eastside YMCA Day Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Eastside YMCA Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 67 rules across 17 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 66 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 Eastside YMCA Day Care Center care for?
250, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Eastside YMCA Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Eastside YMCA Day Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Eastside YMCA Day Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 899-9622 to ask.
What is Eastside YMCA Day Care Center's phone number?
(814) 899-9622.
Where is Eastside YMCA Day Care Center?
2101 Nagle Rd, Erie, PA 16510. The nearest other daycare we list is Nurturing Nest Care Center, 1.1 miles away.