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2214 Bigler Ave, Northern Cambria, PA
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Galinis Childrens Center
- licensed capacity
- 54
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Galinis Childrens Center
Galinis Childrens Center is a child care center in Hastings, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 54 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 44 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 54 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
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Galinis Childrens Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 54 children
- License number
- #CER-00254804
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 18, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 44 rules in all · 44 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Records and paperwork 10
- Supervision and ratios 8
- Safety and hazards 6
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Transportation 2
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Mar 18, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 was observed to have mandated training completed after the 60 month period. The State Police Clearance, Child abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance and NSOR clearance on file for Staff #1 was observed to not have updated in 60 months. This is evidenced by State Police, Child Abuse being dated 9/9/2020 to 10/16/2025. The FBI dated 9/16/2020 to 10/22/2025. The NSOR Certificate dated 7/1/2020 to 10/20/2025. The State Police clearance on file for Staff #4 DOH: 9/25/25 was observed to be obtained on 1/12/26 after date of hire. The State Police clearance on file for Staff #5 was observed not to have been updated in 60 months. This is evidenced by the last State Police clearance being dated 4/16/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for Child #1 was observed not to have documentation of an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. This is evidenced by the First date of admission 1/7/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 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 #2 was observed to have a health assessment conducted more than 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessment being done 11/27/23 and 2/25/26. The file for Staff #3 was observed to have a health assessment conducted more than 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessment being done 3/3/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“The basement door at the facility was observed to not be locked and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for Staff #4, DOH 9/25/25 was observed to not have completed Health and Safety training within 90 days of hire. This is evidenced by the health and safety training being done 2/25/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
Sep 19, 2025Complaint investigation7 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the green added on room, it was observed that there were cracked magnetic blocks.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.75(d) On excursions
“A first aid kit was not observed when the children were in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the bathroom, a bottle of hairspray and saline eye solution labeled keep out of reach of children were observed in the unlocked medicine cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“It was observed that Staff #1 took one child to the bathroom leaving her group of children. It was observed that Staff #2 had 12 preschool children in her group.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.124(d) Excursions
“It was observed that no documentation of emergency contact information was available in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.113(a)(2) Supervision on and facility premises
“On 9/17/25 it was reported that the facility was out of ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“On 9/17/25 it was reported that the facility was out of ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
Sep 19, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the green added on room, it was observed that there were cracked magnetic blocks.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.75(d) On excursions
“A first aid kit was not observed when the children were in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the bathroom, a bottle of hairspray and saline eye solution labeled keep out of reach of children were observed in the unlocked medicine cabinet.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“It was observed that Staff #1 took one child to the bathroom leaving her group of children. It was observed that Staff #2 had 12 preschool children in her group.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.124(d) Excursions
“It was observed that no documentation of emergency contact information was available in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.113(a)(2) Supervision on and facility premises
“On 9/17/25 it was reported that the facility was out of ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“On 9/17/25 it was reported that the facility was out of ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
Mar 13, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health assessment on file for Child #3 was observed not to have a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“It was observed on the day of inspection that a staff member did not wash their hands or the infants' hands after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The facility fire drill log showed that the facility did not conduct fire drills every 60 days. This is evidenced by there being a gap of more than 60 days from 10/1/24 to 12/17/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Shaving cream used for arts and crafts labeled "keep out of reach of children" was observed in the bathroom closet”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“It was observed that the Emergency Contact information in the outdoor bag has not been updated for children receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.75(d) On excursions
“The outdoor bag was observed not to contain a bottle of water.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“The metal heating radiator located on the floor in the preschool room was observed not to have a cover exposing children in care to rough edges, sharp corners and pinch points.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the facility restroom, spray air freshener and cleaning supplies were accessible to the children in the unlocked closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #1 was observed to not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 was observed not to list 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: Apr 21, 2025
- Aug 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2024Inspection21 rules cited
3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date
“The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that did not include the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The file for child #3 was observed to contain an agreement that failed to specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The files for children #2 & #4 were observed to contain and emergency contact form that did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.123(a) Signed
“The file for child #2 was observed to contain an agreement that lacked signatures of the operator and the parent. The file for child #4 was observed to contain an agreement that lacked a signature of the parent”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.123(a) Signed
“The file for child #2 was observed to lack an agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.111(a) Written plan
“The facility's Dining Room was observed to lack a written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The facility's Infant room was observed to have a refrigerator that lacked a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The facility's Main room was observed to have a blue vinyl chair with two visible tears.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The facility was observed to have a first-aid kit in the Infant room that lacked tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.71 Heat Source
“The facility's Older Toddler room upstairs was observed to have a broken metal cover over the heating pipes exposing the hot pipes. The heater cover is located on the back wall on the same side as the stairway.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files for children #1, #2 and #4 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that failed to include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The files for children #1, #2, #4 & #5 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that failed to 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: Jun 14, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The files for Children #1, #2, & #4 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that failed to 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: Jun 14, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files for children #1, #2, #3, & #4 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that failed to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The files for children #4 & #5 failed to contain documentation that the parent provided updated health reports at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. This was evidenced by Child #4's file containing only one health report dated 1/4/24 and the file for child #5 contained health reports dated 09/4/2019 and 4/25/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“The file for child #4 failed to contain documentation that the parent provided immunization record in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. As evidenced by one immunization record dated 01/04/2024 present in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The files for Staff #1, #2 and #3 were observed to lack verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“The facility was observed to have a Fire detection system testing log that indicated testing on 6/1/23 and again on 07/6/23 a period of more than 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The facility was observed to lack documentation of written notification at least annually to local traffic safety authority of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. This is evidenced by the last written notification on file is dated 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #4 was observed to lack an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility as evidenced by the lack of a health report present in the file. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, & #5 were observed to lack the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided (Child Service Report).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“2nd Citation previously cited on 09/18/2023. On 02/29/2024 Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed caring for 13 napping pre-school aged children in the big room of the facility. Staff #2 named and identified 6 children as being in their group but did not utilize the hands-free method during the identification process. Staff person #1 also named and identified a group of 6 children, staff person #1 utilized the hand's free method. Neither staff person identified the 13th sleeping child as in their supervised group, leaving the child unassigned. This child's hands-free identification card was laying on the table. Staff Person #3 was observed caring for 4 sleeping older toddlers in the room at the top of the stairs. Staff person #3 was able to identify all 4 toddlers, but only had 3 hands free identification cards in her possession.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2024
Sep 18, 2023Complaint investigation11 rules cited
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“**During an unannounced visit, cert rep observed 10 toddlers: 5 young toddlers and 5 older toddlers in the larger room located upstairs which has a capacity of 6; observed 5 toddlers: 2 young toddlers and 3 older toddlers in the smaller room located upstairs which has a capacity of 3. Based on conversation with staff, after 3:00 p.m., there are between 22 and 24 pre-school and young/old school aged children in the pre-school room which has a capacity of 14.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“*During an unannounced visit, cert rep observed 10 toddlers: 5 young toddlers and 5 older toddlers in the larger room located upstairs which has a capacity of 6; observed 5 toddlers: 2 young toddlers and 3 older toddlers in the smaller room located upstairs which has a capacity of 3. Based on conversation with staff, after 3:00 p.m., there are between 22 and 24 pre-school and young/old school aged children in the pre-school room which has a capacity of 14.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“***At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR was in the larger room upstairs. CR observed 10 children in the larger room and 1 child in the smaller room. CR asked staff #1 and staff #2 to identify the children for whom they are responsible. Staff #1 named 5 toddlers: 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff #2 named 6 toddlers: 4 young toddlers, 3 of them were in the larger room, but child #1 was alone in the smaller room and 2 older toddlers, both in the larger room. Both staff named child #2 and neither staff named child #3.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“**At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR was in the larger room upstairs. CR observed 10 children in the larger room and 1 child in the smaller room. CR asked staff #1 and staff #2 to identify the children for whom they are responsible. Staff #1 named 5 toddlers: 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff #2 named 6 toddlers: 4 young toddlers, 3 of them were in the larger room, but child #1 was alone in the smaller room and 2 older toddlers, both in the larger room. Both staff named child #2 and neither staff named child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“*At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR was in the larger room upstairs. CR observed 10 children in the larger room and 1 child in the smaller room. CR asked staff #1 and staff #2 to identify the children for whom they are responsible. Staff #1 named 5 toddlers: 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff #2 named 6 toddlers: 4 young toddlers, 3 of them were in the larger room, but child #1 was alone in the smaller room and 2 older toddlers, both in the larger room. Both staff named child #2 and neither staff named child #3.”
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“**At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“*At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“**At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“*At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“*During an unannounced visit on 9-18-23, at approximately 9:50 a.m., observed staff #1 and staff #2 out of ratio in the upstairs childcare spaces due to the fact the following groups of children were present: staff #1 with 2 young toddlers and 3 old toddlers; Staff #2 with 4 young toddlers and 2 older toddlers in the larger room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“Based on conversation with staff, young and old toddlers are left in soaked or soiled diapers for more than 2 hours.”
Sep 18, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“**During an unannounced visit, cert rep observed 10 toddlers: 5 young toddlers and 5 older toddlers in the larger room located upstairs which has a capacity of 6; observed 5 toddlers: 2 young toddlers and 3 older toddlers in the smaller room located upstairs which has a capacity of 3. Based on conversation with staff, after 3:00 p.m., there are between 22 and 24 pre-school and young/old school aged children in the pre-school room which has a capacity of 14.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“*During an unannounced visit, cert rep observed 10 toddlers: 5 young toddlers and 5 older toddlers in the larger room located upstairs which has a capacity of 6; observed 5 toddlers: 2 young toddlers and 3 older toddlers in the smaller room located upstairs which has a capacity of 3. Based on conversation with staff, after 3:00 p.m., there are between 22 and 24 pre-school and young/old school aged children in the pre-school room which has a capacity of 14.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“***At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR was in the larger room upstairs. CR observed 10 children in the larger room and 1 child in the smaller room. CR asked staff #1 and staff #2 to identify the children for whom they are responsible. Staff #1 named 5 toddlers: 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff #2 named 6 toddlers: 4 young toddlers, 3 of them were in the larger room, but child #1 was alone in the smaller room and 2 older toddlers, both in the larger room. Both staff named child #2 and neither staff named child #3.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“**At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR was in the larger room upstairs. CR observed 10 children in the larger room and 1 child in the smaller room. CR asked staff #1 and staff #2 to identify the children for whom they are responsible. Staff #1 named 5 toddlers: 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff #2 named 6 toddlers: 4 young toddlers, 3 of them were in the larger room, but child #1 was alone in the smaller room and 2 older toddlers, both in the larger room. Both staff named child #2 and neither staff named child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“*At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR was in the larger room upstairs. CR observed 10 children in the larger room and 1 child in the smaller room. CR asked staff #1 and staff #2 to identify the children for whom they are responsible. Staff #1 named 5 toddlers: 1 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. Staff #2 named 6 toddlers: 4 young toddlers, 3 of them were in the larger room, but child #1 was alone in the smaller room and 2 older toddlers, both in the larger room. Both staff named child #2 and neither staff named child #3.”
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“**At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“*At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“**At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“*At approximately 9:50 a.m., CR observed in the larger room upstairs, staff #1 sitting in a glider chair, eating a bag of chips and staff #2 leaning against the far wall while child #1 a young toddler sat in a pack and play in the smaller room with the door closed. Child #1 was alone in the smaller room. Therefore, the child in the smaller room was not being properly supervised. From approximately 10:10 to 10:15, 6 of the 11 pre-school aged children located in the pre-school room downstairs were sitting at 2 tables on the far side of a partition wall which was pulled across the width of the room approximately halfway in the depth of the room while staff #3 was located in the front half of the room. Therefore, staff #3 could not properly supervise the children behind the partition.”
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“*During an unannounced visit on 9-18-23, at approximately 9:50 a.m., observed staff #1 and staff #2 out of ratio in the upstairs childcare spaces due to the fact the following groups of children were present: staff #1 with 2 young toddlers and 3 old toddlers; Staff #2 with 4 young toddlers and 2 older toddlers in the larger room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“Based on conversation with staff, young and old toddlers are left in soaked or soiled diapers for more than 2 hours.”
May 16, 2023Inspection23 rules cited
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The immunization record on file for children #1 was observed to not be up to date with the recommended ACIP schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The file for child #1 was observed to lack a health report that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.61(i) Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“On 5/16/2023 The facility was observed to be providing childcare services to 38 children at one time, and the facility's maximum capacity is 36.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“On 5-16-23 and on 5-31-23, the facility's infant room and older toddler rooms were observed to be exceeding the established capacity. On 5-16-23, staff person #2 and staff person #6 were observed providing childcare to 8 infants. On 5-31-23, staff person #1 And staff person #6 Were observed providing care to 7 infants in the infant room which has an established capacity of 6. On 5-16-23, staff person #1, staff person #7, and staff person #8 were observed providing care to 16 older toddlers in the older toddler room. On 5-31-23, Staff person #4 and staff person #7 were observed providing care to 8 older toddlers in the older toddler room which has an established capacity of 6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The chain link fence in the facility's outdoor play yard was observed to have bolt ends with sharp edges exposed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“The facility's young toddler room was observed to lack a first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“On 5/16/2023 staff person #2 was observed diapering child #6, and failed to wash the child's hand after the diapering was complete. On 5/31/2023 staff person #1 was observed diapering child #5, and failed to wash the child's hands once the diapering was completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“The file for child #1 was observed to lack a health report that includes a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“The open (no lid) trash receptacle in the young toddler room was observed to contain soiled diapers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Disinfectant wipes labeled keep out of reach of children, were observed to be stored in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the upstairs bathroom in the older toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“A former clothesline pole that was cut to ground level was observed to be rusty and protruding from the ground in the grassy area, above the swings in the outdoor play yard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 5/16/2023 Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for 6 infants without another staff person present in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The facility's young toddler room was 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 displayed conspicuously.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Four bottles that lacked a label identifying which child the bottle belonged to were observed to be present in the facility's infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The files for staff persons #3 and #5 were observed to lack a health assessment conducted within 24 months of the previous assessment. This is evidenced by health assessments present in the file for staff person #3 dated 07/08/2020 and 02/28/2023 a span of 31 months, and health assessments present in the file for staff person #5 dated 06/29/2020 and 05/08/2023 a span of 35 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a statement regarding continuity of operations. The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack verification of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for child #4 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.111(a) Written plan
“The facility's Young Toddler room was observed to lack a written plan of daily activities and routines posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/16/23, Staff person #1 was observed in the dining room with two infants providing them with a snack. Staff person #1 identified 4 infants as being in their care; stating that 2 of those infants were present in the dining room with them and 2 of the infants were in a separate room. Therefore, Staff person #1 was not physically present in the same room with all of the children assigned to them. On 5/16/23 Staff persons #1, #7 & #8 were observed supervising 16 older toddlers in the older toddler room. Collectively, Staff persons #1, #7 & #8 only identified 15 children leaving one older toddler not identified as being supervised by a staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4 were observed to lack the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file for Child #4 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The facility's Young toddler room was observed to lack emergency contact information present during the time staff persons were providing child care in the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.131(d)(4) Acute or chronic health problem
“The file for child #1 was observed to contain a health assessment that failed to include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
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Nov 9, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 11/9/2022, multiple preschool aged children being cared for in the back-room addition, were observed leaving the classroom to use the restroom without the presence of a staff person. During interviews with staff, it was confirmed that this regularly occurs in this classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #1 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months of initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet). This is evidenced by the most recent health assessment on file being dated 05/13/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on interviews with staff, it was disclosed that the facility is regularly out of ratio during lunch time and during staff breaks. On multiple occasions during the week of 10/31/2022 the facility was out of ratio due to one staff person being on vacation. Additionally, on 11/9/2022, multiple preschool aged children being cared for in the back-room addition, were observed leaving the classroom to use the restroom without the presence of a staff person. During interviews with staff, it was confirmed that this regularly occurs in this classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2023
Nov 9, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 11/9/2022, multiple preschool aged children being cared for in the back-room addition, were observed leaving the classroom to use the restroom without the presence of a staff person. During interviews with staff, it was confirmed that this regularly occurs in this classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #1 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months of initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet). This is evidenced by the most recent health assessment on file being dated 05/13/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on interviews with staff, it was disclosed that the facility is regularly out of ratio during lunch time and during staff breaks. On multiple occasions during the week of 10/31/2022 the facility was out of ratio due to one staff person being on vacation. Additionally, on 11/9/2022, multiple preschool aged children being cared for in the back-room addition, were observed leaving the classroom to use the restroom without the presence of a staff person. During interviews with staff, it was confirmed that this regularly occurs in this classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2023
May 26, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed in the preschool room flooring damaged and peel up causing a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.166(1) Written statement
“At the time of the inspection, there was no infant feeding schedule for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2022
3270.133(6)/3270.133(7) Written consent/Medication log
“Observed Ibuprofen for child #7 but no medication log or written parental consent to administer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2022
3270.133(5) Original label
“Observed in the infant/young toddler room Desitin diaper cream labeled for child #5 with an expiration date of 4/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with the full, complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed in the large room upstairs, a green bin cracked on the side and top. Observed in the small room upstairs, 2 square and 1 triangle shaped broken Magnitiles.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2022
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed in the infant/young toddler room, a Cosco brand safari print pack and play labeled for child #6 with medium size holes on 2 side of the equipment; and a Cosco brand safari print pack and play label as #2 with a small hole on 1 side; and a Graco brand dots print pack and play labeled for child #1 with a small hole on the side. Observed in the small room upstairs, a Cosco brand pack and play with a large hole on the 1 side.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“There was no documentation to show the smoke detection system has been tested every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“There was no documentation of completing an emergency drill by 12-19-21. Furthermore, the director informed the cert rep no emergency plan drill has ever been conducted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1 lacked FBI clearances every 60 months due to the fact the FBI clearances on file were dated 7-15-21 and 8-24-15.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2022
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Questions about Galinis Childrens Center
Is Galinis Childrens Center licensed?
Yes. Galinis Childrens Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Galinis Childrens Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 18, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Galinis Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 44 rules across 6 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 44 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 Galinis Childrens Center care for?
54, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Galinis Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Galinis Childrens 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 Galinis Childrens Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 247-9223 to ask.
What is Galinis Childrens Center's phone number?
(814) 247-9223.
Where is Galinis Childrens Center?
237 4th Ave, Hastings, PA 16646. The nearest other daycare we list is Cross Cut Child Care Center, 0.3 miles away.