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3035 Enterprise Dr, State College, PA
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First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon
First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon is a group home daycare in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM. 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 74 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00258690
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 74 rules in all · 69 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 17
- Safety and hazards 14
- Records and paperwork 12
- Building, equipment and play areas 11
- Supervision and ratios 7
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Food and nutrition 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Continued non-compliance. On 6/3/26 and 6/30/26 observed peeling paint on the frame and on the door of the shed in the Preschool Outdoor Play Space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
Jun 3, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the frame and on the door of the shed in the Preschool Outdoor Play Space.”
3280.106 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in Room 110 lacked an operating thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover located between the bookcase and heater to the right of the changing table in Room 110.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3280.108(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed a bookcase to the right of the changing table in Room 110 which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
Jun 3, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the frame and on the door of the shed in the Preschool Outdoor Play Space.”
3280.106 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in Room 110 lacked an operating thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover located between the bookcase and heater to the right of the changing table in Room 110.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3280.108(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed a bookcase to the right of the changing table in Room 110 which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
Nov 24, 2025Inspection14 rules cited
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation of the fire detection system being tested on 11/30/24, 12/18/24, 1/31/25, 2/25/25, 3/31/25, 4/30/25, 5/30/25, 6/30/25, 7/31/25, 8/29/25, 9/30/25, and 10/31/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility did not have documentation of conducting emergency drills annually. The facility had documentation of an emergency drill being conducted on 11/12/25 with a previous one conducted on 10/7/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file of Child #2, a 2-year-old, lacked Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 had documentation of one Hepatitis A immunization.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file of Child #1 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #1 contained health reports dated 3/21/24 and 9/3/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file of Child #2 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #2 contained health reports dated 10/8/24 and 3/25/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit lacked soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed an orange and red U-shaped cube with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3280.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed a foam number with bite marks in Room 109/111.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #2 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. Child #2 had child service reports completed on 11/13/24, 1/16/25, and 3/14/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement for Child #3 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2025
3280.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact for Child #2 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact was reviewed on 10/2/24, 1/3/25, and 3/17/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2025
Jan 21, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/18/24. The files of Children #1, #2, and #3 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 9:45 AM Certification Staff observed Staff #1 and Staff #2 caring for a group of 14 mixed-age children which included 2 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers, and 8 preschoolers in Room 105. When asked to name the children in their assigned groups, Staff #1 named 3 older toddlers and 3 preschoolers, and Staff #2 named 2 young toddlers and 3 preschoolers. An older toddler and 2 preschoolers were not named by Staff #1 or Staff #2 as part of their assigned groups. When Certification Staff questioned who was assigned the older toddler and 2 preschoolers not named by Staff #1 or Staff #2, Certification Staff was told those children were assigned to Staff #3 who entered the classroom while Certification Staff was assessing supervision and ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/13/24. Observed 1 rest mat with exposed foam in Room 105. Observed a cracked bin containing doll house toys creating rough edges and pinch points in Room 109/111. Observed 2 rest mats with exposed foam in Room 109/111.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At approximately 9:45 AM Certification Staff observed Staff #1 and Staff #2 caring for a group of 14 mixed-age children which included 2 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers, and 8 preschoolers in Room 105. When asked to name the children in their assigned groups, Staff #1 named 3 older toddlers and 3 preschoolers, and Staff #2 named 2 young toddlers and 3 preschoolers. An older toddler and 2 preschoolers were not named by Staff #1 or Staff #2 as part of their assigned groups. When Certification Staff questioned who was assigned the older toddler and 2 preschoolers not named by Staff #1 or Staff #2, Certification Staff was told those children were assigned to Staff #3 who entered the classroom while Certification Staff was assessing supervision and ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/13/24. The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/13/24. The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
Nov 13, 2024Inspection40 rules cited
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instructions as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The files of Staff #2 and #3 lacked documentation of training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 1/10/23 but no documentation for 2024. The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 9/5/23 but no documentation for 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #3, #5, and #6 lacked renewal of their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation completed on 9/7/24 with a previous one completed on 5/21/22. The files of Staff #5 and #6 contained documentation of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation completed on 9/7/24 with a previous one completed on 8/18/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files of Staff #2 and #3 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of fire safety training completed on 7/10/24 with the previous training completed on 1/10/23. The file of Staff #3 contained no documentation of fire safety training”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of completing health and safety training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of completing the health and safety training on 1/24/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff #4 lacked documentation of application for the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #4 contained a NSOR dated 8/27/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file of Child #5 lacked a health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #5 who had an admission date of 12/18/23 had a health report dated 7/25/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“The file of Staff #3, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years' experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
3270.37(b)(1) HS/GED
“The file of Staff #1, who was designated as an aide, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file of Staff #1 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: Dec 11, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contacts and agreements for Children #1, #4, and #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's emergency contact was reviewed on 9/26/23, 3/27/24, and 10/3/24. Child #1's agreement was reviewed on 9/26/23, 3/27/24, 10/3/24, and 11/4/24. Child #4's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 8/9/23, 3/16/24, and 9/15/24. Child #5's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 12/12/23 with no reviews.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“On 11/13/24 observed Staff #3 not wash his hands after diapering a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file of Staff #2 lacked an adult health assessment which included tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #2 had a Mantoux read date of 1/5/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file of Staff #2 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained a health assessment dated 1/3/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“On 11/13/24 observed adult scissors in the pencil holder on the windowsill by the refrigerator which were accessible to children in Room 203.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“On 11/13/24 Staff #3 did not ensure that a child's hands were washed after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 11/13/24 observed Bic Wite-out which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on top of the filing cabinet which was accessible to children in Room 203. On 11/13/24 observed Asepticare Aerosol Disinfectant Virucide which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the shelf to the right of the sink in the closet which was accessible to children in Room 203. On 11/13/24 observed Comet which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the top shelf in the closet which was accessible to children in Room 203. On 11/13/24 observed Spectracide Wasp and Hornet Spray which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 2nd shelf in the closet which was accessible to children in Room 203. On 11/13/24 observed bleach which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 3rd shelf in the closet which was accessible to children in Room 203.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On 11/13/24 the first-aid kit in Room 203 lacked soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 11/13/24 observed approximately a 1-inch hole with exposed cork on the right side of the 4th bathroom stall across from Room 109/111. On 11/13/24 observed cracked siding along the bottom of the building by the heating/cooling system in the Preschool Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed approximately a 2-inch crack in the siding under the window by the heating/cooling system in the Preschool Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed approximately a 6-inch crack in the siding to the left of the window by the heating/cooling system in the Preschool Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed approximately a 2-inch crack in the siding to the right of the door in the Preschool Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed approximately a 2-inch hole in the siding to the left of the door in the Preschool Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed approximately a 2-inch crack to the left of the outlet in the Preschool Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed cracking siding along the bottom of the building by the fence closest to the Infant/Toddler Play Space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file of Child #2 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #2 contained health reports dated 2/8/23 and 8/29/24. The file of Child #4 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #4 contained health reports dated 8/29/23, 10/19/23, and 8/6/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact information for Children #4 and #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Emergency contact information for Children #3 and #4 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“Emergency contact information for Children #1, #2, and #3 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parent.”
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreements for Children #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The agreement for Child #3 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“On 11/13/24 the sinks in Room 109/111 and Room 110 lacked platforms or steps to be easily approached by children using them.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“On 11/13/24 one sink in the bathroom located in Room 203 lacked a handwashing sign.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files of Children #1, #2, #4, and #5 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. The file of Child #1 contained a child service report dated 4/30/24. The file of Child #2 contained child service reports dated 7/23/23, 4/18/24, and 9/20/24. The file of Child #4 contained child service reports dated 11/27/23 and 4/29/24. The file of Child #5, with an admission date of 12/18/23, contained a child service report dated 9/4/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On 11/13/24 the stainless steel refrigerator in the kitchen lacked an operating thermometer. On 11/13/24 the thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 110 indicated the temperature was 48.9 degrees F.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2024
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“On 11/13/24 observed a shelf containing tablets on top of another shelf which was not anchored in Room 105 creating a potential tipping hazard. On 11/13/24 observed two cubbies which were not anchored in Room 105 creating a potential tipping hazard. On 11/13/24 observed two cubbies which were not anchored in room 109/111 creating a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 11/13/24 observed foam blocks with bite marks in Room 203.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 11/13/24 observed 6 rest mats with exposed foam in Room 105. On 11/13/24 observed a crack bin containing doll house toys creating rough edges and pinch points in Room 109/111. On 11/13/24 observed a rest mat with exposed foam in Room 110. On 11/13/24 observed 4 wooden blocks with rough edges in Room 105. On 11/13/24 observed a cracked bin containing magna tiles creating rough edges in Room 105. On 11/13/24 observed cracked magna tiles in Room 105. On 11/13/24 observed a rest mat with exposed foam in Room 109/111. On 11/13/24 observed a torn red wedge chair with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed 2 yellow/purple climber pieces with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed a blue/green wedge with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed a yellow half circle wedge with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed a blue wedge with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed a green half circle wedge with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 11/13/24 observed wooden blocks with rough edges in Room 203. On 11/13/24 observed a cracked red square magna tile in Room 203. On 11/13/24 observed a cracked blue connector base in Room 203.”
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“On 11/13/24 observed chairs obstructing the exit leading to the parking lot in Room 105.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024
3270.27(a)(3) Contact when arises
“The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
Nov 27, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the school-age room cleaning materials were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“It was observed that an operating thermometer was not placed in the refrigerator in the infant room and also the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2023
3270.133(7) Medication log
“It was observed that there was no documentation of a medication log for gas drops given to an infant.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“It was observed that gas drops did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended. It was also observed that diaper cream was not labeled to identify the child for which it was intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Electrical outlets in the upstairs school-age room was observed to be missing a protective cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed in the upstairs school-age room a hand washing sign was not posted above the toilet or the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The health report on file for Child #2 did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccine being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement form on file for child #1 was observed not to contain the persons designated by parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“It was observed during the inspection, a child who was sleeping on his cot while staff were preparing for nap time making staff not able to see, hear or assess the child at all times.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
Jun 22, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements, on 6/7/23 staff #1 hit child #1, after the child hit the staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
Dec 5, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the facility bathroom #103, it was observed to have bleach and cleaners under the unlocked sink accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The health report on file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccine being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency contact form on file for Child #1 was observed not to contain the health insurance policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the preschool room, it was observed that a blue plastic police hat was cracked, exposing children to scraping and pinching.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022
3270.68(b) No cigarette butts
“It was observed that cigarette butts were in the outdoor play space accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility was observed not to have documentation of a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2023
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May 20, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“It was observed in the first bathroom stall behind the door a large hole in the wall.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the infant room that cleaning solution located at the baby changing station was accessible to children.”
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“In the head start room located under the back window a red chair was observed to have puncture holes in the arm.”
3270.92(a) No portable space heaters
“A portable space heater was observed in the directors office.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The wire screens covering the radiators in the Bumble Bee Room, Large Motor Room and Head Start classroom were observed to have holes that expose rough edges and sharp corners accessible to the children.”
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“In the preschool room shaving cream was observed in the cupboard.”
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In the infant room diaper cream was observed not to identify the name of the child for whom it was intended.”
Dec 9, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“It was observed that diaper cream was expired per manufacturers guidelines.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2021
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed in the preschool room magnetic blocks were cracked. It was also observed that the hair piece to a [name] head toy was chewed causing sharp exposed edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon
Is First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon licensed?
Yes. First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 74 rules across 7 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 69 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 First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:45 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 643-5199 to ask.
What is First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon's phone number?
(814) 643-5199.
Where is First Choice Child Care of Huntingdon?
Huntingdon, PA 16652. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.