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Footprints Academy is a child care center in Connellsville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 18 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 71 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 18 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Footprints Academy has not listed its tuition.
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: 39 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 71 rules in all · 69 corrected
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A bottle used by an infant in care was observed to not be labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The child file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact information form that was not reviewed and signed by the parent at least once in a 6-month period; the last review was signed and 12/28/25. The child file for Child #4 contained a current financial agreement and emergency contact form that were not reviewed and signed by the parent every 6 months; the last review of the financial agreement was signed and dated 9/15/25 and the emergency contact form was signed and dated on 8/15/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“Child #5, who is an infant, lacked a written feeding schedule from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The staff file for Staff person #5 was observed to lack a tuberculosis screening and the results.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The staff file for Staff person #5 was observed to lack a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“In the Infant/Toddler Room, the lidded hands-free covered trash can used for discarding soiled diapers was observed to lack a plastic lining.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At approximately 10:30am outside in the play space, 8 children were observed playing and the emergency contact forms for those children were not present. In the Infant/Toddler Room, 4 children were observed to be receiving care in the space, and their emergency contact forms were not present.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“The PA Health and Safety trainings for Staff person #1, which has been previously viewed by the certification representative, were observed to not be in the file at the of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“The State Police clearance and Child Abuse clearance for Facility person #2, which has been previously viewed by the certification representative, were observed to not be in the file at the of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The child file for Child #3 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the addresses for three of the designated release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance name and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked name and address of the child's physician”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“The child file for Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the name and phone number of who shall be contacted in an emergency. The child file for Child #5 lacked an emergency contact information form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The child file for Child #2 and Child #5 lacked a financial agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 7/21/26 at approximately 10:25 am, in the outdoor play space, 2 staff and 8 children were observed. Staff person #1 identified and named 3 children (2 older toddlers and 1 preschooler). Staff person #3 identified and named 5 children, (2 preschoolers and 3 young school age). At approximately 10:35 am, Staff person #3 was observed inside the facility washing their hands. Staff person #1 was in the play space with all 8 children. During that time, Staff person #3 was not physically present with their assigned group of children. In the Infant/Toddler Room, at approximately 10:30am, Staff person #5 and 4 children of mixed ages (1 infant, 2 young toddlers, and 1 young school age child) were observed. Prior to the onset of supervision and ratio check, Staff person #5 was observed in the hallway at the kitchenette sink, which is located directly across from the Infant/Toddler Room, putting snacks away, leaving the 4 children whom they were responsible for alone in the room with no other staff present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The staff file for Staff person #4 and Staff person #5 were observed to lack two nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility has not conducted an emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Upon review of the facility's fire drill log, more than 60 days has passed since the last drill which was conducted on 5/1/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 10/1/25 - 11/1/25 (31 days), 12/1/25 - 1/1/26 (31 days), 1/1/26 - 2/1/26 (31 days), 3/1/26 - 4/1/26 (31 days), 5/1/26 - 6/1/26 (31 days). More than 30 days has passed since the last test which was conducted on 6/1/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The operator lacked a means to provide the parent of each enrolled child with information on how to access the regulations electronically. Also, the facility's current certificate of compliance was observed to not be posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR training, Mandated Reporter Training, and PA Required Health and Safety Part 1 and Part 2 trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“The facility's emergency plan had not been reviewed at least annually as evidence by the last documented review was dated 5/12/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 lacked documentation of having participated in annual emergency plan training for 2026; the last documented training was dated 5/16/25. The staff file for Staff person #3 lacked documentation of having participated in annual emergency plan training for 2026; the last documented training was dated 7/25/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The staff file for Staff person #1 lacked documentation of having participated in annual fire safety training for 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 had not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff person #3 has since completed the training on 2/7/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #4 (SEE IS Code Sheet) was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR). Staff person #4's file contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 5/30/26 and there was no proof of receipt that they were fingerprinted prior to their first day working with children as required under the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL.). The file for staff person #5 (SEE IS Code Sheet) was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) and DHS FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #3, and Staff person #4, and Staff person #5, who are functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked proof of education and documentation of two years of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 7/21/26 at approximately 10:25 am, in the outdoor play space, 2 staff and 8 children were observed. Staff person #1 identified and named 3 children, 2 older toddlers and 1 preschooler. Staff person #3 identified and named 5 children, 2 preschoolers and 3 young school age. At 10:35 am, Staff person #3 was observed inside the facility washing their hands. Staff person #1 was outside in the play space with all 8 children. During that time, the staff: child ratio was exceeded by 2 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“At approximately 10:25am outside in the play space 2 staff, 2 older toddlers, 3 preschool age children, and 3 young school age children were observed playing and there was no first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Preschool Room the wall plate on an electrical outlet located to the right of the 'Take Turns' sign was observed to have a piece of the corner broken off creating a sharp edge.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.78 Lighting
“At approximately 1:00pm during nap time in the Infant/Toddler room, the room was observed to lack adequate lighting therefore making is difficult for staff to see the infant's faces in order to assess their needs as they napped.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“The staff bathroom was observed to lack a lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“In the Infant/Toddler Room, the diaper changing area was observed to lack a source of running water. A portable camping sink was observed however it was not operable at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The mats, cots, and pack n plays used by children in care at nap time were observed to not be labeled for the use of specific children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“At approximately 1:00pm in the Infant/Young Toddler Room, during naptime, the following pack n plays were each placed in a separate corner of the room and were observed to lack the required amount of spacing while in use: The pack n play located in the back right corner of the room had approximately 17 inches of space between one side of pack n play and a highchair and the other side had a guiding ottoman directly up against it. The pack n play in the back left corner of the room had toys on the floor approximately 5 inches away from one side of the pack n play and the other side had approximately 13 inches of space from a basketball hoop. Another pack n play located in front right corner of the room had toys directly up against the pack n play and cots were approximately 22 inches away from the one side of the pack n play and the other side had a bouncer approximately 18 inches away from it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“In the Infant/Toddler Room, at approximately 10:30am, Staff person #5 and 4 children on mixed ages (1 infant, 2 young toddlers, and 1 young school age child) were observed. Prior to the onset of supervision and ratio check, Staff person #5 was observed in the hallway at the kitchenette sink, which is located directly across from the Infant/Toddler Room, putting snacks away, leaving the 4 children whom they were responsible for alone in the room with no other staff present. Also, at approximately 1:00pm during nap time in the Infant/Toddler room, the room was observed to lack adequate lighting therefore making is difficult for staff to see the infant's faces in order to assess their needs as they napped.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.161(c) Food served discarded
“A Gerber baby food container stored inside a refrigerator was observed to have been previously served to a person as evidence by the lid was pealed back, with a baby spoon still inside, and approximately 3/4th of the contents had been consumed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“2nd CITATION: The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of verification of two years' experience working with children; only 260 hours of childcare experience was documented. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/15/25”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“2nd CITATION: The child file for Child #3 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked an admission date. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/15/25”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2015
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At approximately 10:15am, outside in the play space, 2 staff and 1 young toddler and 3 preschool age children were observed playing and the emergency contact forms for the children were not present.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The child file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the addresses for one or more of the designated release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The child file for Child #1 and Child #2 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the health insurance policy number. The child file for Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack the health insurance name and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The child file for Child #5 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked the names of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The Preschool Rooms outside to-go backpack, which contained the first-aid kit, was observed to lack soap, bandages, gauze pads, tweezers, and tape. The Infant/Toddler first-aid kit was observed to lack soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“At approximately 10:15am outside in the play space 2 staff, 1 young toddler, and 3 preschool age children were observed playing and there was no first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked proof of education as well as proper documentation of verification of two years' experience working with children; Staff person #1 self-disclosed that they filled out the employee verification form themselves.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The staff file for Staff person #1 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement that was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the disclosure was signed in compliance with the Child Proctective Service Law (CPSL). The file for Facility person #2 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement dated 8/11/25 which was not signed at time of hire per the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to have documentation of participating in emergency plan training however the document was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the training was received timely.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 6/18/25 to 7/20/25 (32 days).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.193(a) Confidential; stored in locked cabinet
“The filing cabinet that contains the staff files was observed to not be locked at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The staff file for Staff person #2 was observed to lack one nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.183(a) Locked cabinet
“The filing cabinet that contains the child files was observed to not be locked at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The child file for Child #1 and Child #3 was observed to lack a copy of the initial financial agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The Infant/Toddler Room and the Preschool Room were observed to lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The child file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, was observed to lack an updated health report; the most recent health report on file is dated 8/23/24 which is more than 12 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 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 #2, who is a volunteer, was observed to contain a health assessment and TB test dated 8/28/25 which is dated after their first day with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack signed parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #5 contained a current emergency contact information form that was observed to lack signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The child file for Child #4 and Child #5 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked an admission date.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 was observed to lack a health assessment and tuberculosis screening test and results.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were observed to lack two nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The toilets in each of the bathrooms were observed to lack a handwashing sign.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“The facility lacked a comprehensive general liability insurance policy.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to lack a signed disclosure statement as well as a valid Child Abuse clearance and a valid FBI clearance; a volunteer Child Abuse clearance and a DOE FBI clearance were on file which are not an acceptable clearance per the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL).”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #2 was observed to lack pediatric first-aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #2 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of two years of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kits in both to-go bags were observed to lack scissors and gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility lacked proof of receipt for their fire detection system as required per section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as the Director, lacked documentation of one year of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
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FAQ
Yes. Footprints Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with 39 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 71 rules across 4 of 4 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.
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 323-4154 to ask.
(724) 323-4154.
713 Linden Ave, Connellsville, PA 15425. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Lamp Center at Highlands Hospital, 0.3 miles away.