Discover the World Childrens Center
2431 Pennsylvania Ave, Sayre, PA
Foundations Early Learning
- licensed capacity
- 165
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Foundations Early Learning
Foundations Early Learning is a child care center in Sayre, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 165 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, summer camp and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 3 years old
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 165 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 3 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, summer camp and toddler care |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 165 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Foundations Early Learning has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Foundations Early Learning
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 165 children
- License number
- #CER-00253765
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 11, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Jun 11, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“A complaint investigation was conducted on 6/11/26. An incident occurred on 6/9/26. Through staff interviews it was determined that staff #1 slapped Child #1's hand as a form of discipline.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2026
Feb 11, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. Staff person #1's file does not contain proof of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. Child(ren) #2-7's fee agreements have not been updated in the last 6 months. This is evidenced by the previous fee agreements on file dated: Child #2's 2/28/25; Child #3's 1/27/25; Child #4's 2/25/25; Child #5's 3/10/25; Child #6's 2/6/25; and Child #7's 2/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. The facility uses the Brightwheel app in all the classrooms. The Brightwheel app's emergency contact section did not contain all the required DHS emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. Child #1's fee agreement did not specify the child's arrival and departure times and did not contain a release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026
3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. In the indoor play space, the green play mat squares were ripped on the corners exposing the stuffing inside. The inside stuffing is accessible to children that are still putting objects in their mouths. In the indoor play space, the large jungle gym has several tears in the protective mesh siding near the entrance of the jungle gym.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(1) Health information/Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. Child #2's initial health assessment was not received within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. This is evidenced by the initial health assessment of file dated 6/9/25. Child #6 has a health assessment on file dated 6/4/25 and does not have an updated health assessment on file. (See code sheet for DOA's and DOB's).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 2/11/26. In the Caterpillar classroom, the garbage can next to the changing table intended for diapers is not hands free. The foot pedal is broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
Apr 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 4/30/25, Staff person #1 had one non-family reference on file at date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
- Jan 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Foundations Early Learning
Is Foundations Early Learning licensed?
Yes. Foundations Early Learning is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Foundations Early Learning last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 11, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Foundations Early Learning had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Foundations Early Learning care for?
165, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Foundations Early Learning accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Foundations Early Learning's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Foundations Early Learning cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 731-3999 to ask.
What is Foundations Early Learning's phone number?
(570) 731-3999.
Where is Foundations Early Learning?
1000 N Elmer Ave, Sayre, PA 18840. The nearest other daycare we list is Discover the World Childrens Center, 0.5 miles away.