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Gehmans Group Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Gehmans Group Day Care
Gehmans Group Day Care is a group home daycare in Akron, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 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 Gehmans Group Day Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00251601
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 14, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Records and paperwork 12
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Transportation 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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May 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“At the time of inspection, the operator was unable to provide a written record of manual tests of the fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3280.94(a)(9) Written record
“At the time of inspection, the operator was unable to provide a written record of fire drills.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3280.14/3280.26(c) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Training regarding plan
“The time between emergency plan training for staff persons #1 and #2 exceeded the permitted annual timeframe (2/13/24, 3/11/25).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“There was no documentation of notifying local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility within the permitted annual timeframe (most recent dated 12/10/24).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3280.182(1) Initial and subsequent health assessments
“Child #2 and #3's files did not contain the required subsequent health reports after the initial health report (See Code Sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #1, #3, and #4's records did not include a document provided to the parents which provides information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided, within the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2026
3280.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person's #1 and #2's records do not contain current National Sex Offender Registry clearances as evidenced by the expiration date of these previous clearances of 10/7/25. The time between staff person #1 and #2's State Police clearances (10/9/20, 12/4/25), Child Abuse clearances (#1 10/30/20, 12/23/25) (#2 10/30/20, 12/16/25), and FBI clearances (12/6/20, 12/20/25 for #1 and #2) exceeded the permitted 60 months' timeframe. The time between staff person #2's Mandated Reporter Training exceeded the permitted 60 months' timeframe (11/29/20, 1/6/26).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
Jul 28, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3280.52(c) Mixed age levels
“Cert Rep observed only one staff person for 12 children in care (youngest 3 years) upon arrival at the facility. (corrected during inspection). They were not following staff to child ratio requirements. (corrected during inspection)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2025
3280.94(a)(1)/3280.95(b) Every 60 days/Staff responsibility
“The provider could not locate documentation of testing the fire/smoke alarms and the fire drill log. (testing of the alarms was conducted during the inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2025
3280.181(a) Each child
“There is no individual record/file at the facility for Child #1 who was in care today.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
3280.115(a)(8) Included in ratio/annual training
“Staff persons #1 and #2 have been supervising children while wading, yet have not completed water safety instruction. (pool was emptied out during inspection)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“The outside gate, which prevents children from accessing small rocks, was broken, and not in place. No children under 3 years of age were in care today.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
Jan 8, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
3280.121(b) Given parents in writing
“The operator did not have on record at the facility, a parent handbook including the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“The children have access to small rocks (less than one inch diameter) in the backyard play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The operator does not have a written policy on record which addresses the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“The agreements of child #1 and #5 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.123(b) Parent receives original
“The parents of children #1 through #5 did not receive the original agreement. The originals were in the children's files.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information of child #1 and #3 did not include the enrolling parent's work telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.124(b)(4) Written consent
“Child #4's emergency contact information does not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.124(c) Each child care space
“Emergency contact information for the children was not present in the smaller room/child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
3280.95(b) Staff responsibility
“There was no record of testing the fire detection system since the last renewal inspection in January of 2025. Was tested during the renewal inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2025
3280.166(1) Written statement
“There was no written statement, by the parent, giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files of children #1 through #5 did not contain a child service report from within the last 6 months providing information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. See Code Sheet”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2025
Jan 11, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
3280.92(c) Manufacturer's instructions
“The manufacturer's instructions for the two portable space heaters are not kept in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.92(a)/3280.92(b) Portable space heaters/Space heater protective guards
“It was observed that two portable space heaters were in use while children were in care without documentation of permission by the local ordinance. These space heaters were not insulated or equipped with protective guards and were very hot when touched.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“Staff person #1 and #2 have not received emergency plan training on an annual basis: last dated 3/12/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2024
3280.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“Child #2's most current health assessment is not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“Child #2's health report did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“child #2's record does not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Child #3's most current health assessment is dated 10/20/21, which exceeds the permitted annual timeframe between health assessments for a child of this age. SEE CODE SHEET.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.131(a) Health Information
“Child #4's initial health report was dated 4/27/23, which was more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility, SEE CODE SHEET”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #1's emergency contact information does not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.124(b)(3)/3280.124(b)(5) Parent home/work address, phone/Information re: special needs
“Child #1 and #4's emergency contact information do not include the enrolling parent's work address and work telephone numbers. Child #3's emergency contact information does not include the enrolling parent's work telephone number. Child #1's emergency contact information does not include information about whether or not the child has special needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“The agreements of child #1, #2, #4, and #5 do not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
Jan 12, 2023Inspection25 rules cited
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that children have access to the washing machine and dryer in the bathroom which the children use.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2023
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“It was observed in the bathroom which the children use, that toxins were accessible to the children on the shelf: Lysol, Scrubbing Bubbles, and Air Freshener spray can (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.31(e) Age and training
“Staff person #1 did not obtain 12 clock hours of child care training in 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2023
3280.26(e) Letter to parents
“The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not contain accommodations for toddlers and plans for evacuation on the premises.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.103 Small Toys and Objects
“It was observed, on the outside play space for toddlers, that the protective surface was made up of wooden mulch pieces with a diameter of less than 1 inch. The walking path to the left of this toddler playground was accessible to children who are placing objects in their mouths, and was made up of small rocks with a diameter of less than 1 inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2023
3280.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“It was observed that rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3280.105(b) No bed linens alone
“It was observed that bed linens alone were being used as rest equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2023
3280.123(a) Signed
“Child #1's agreement was not signed by the operator (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“Child #5's agreement did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“The agreements of children #2 through #5 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.123(b) Parent receives original
“The parents of children #1 through #5 did not receive the original agreements. Originals were in the children's files.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #4's emergency contact information did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files of child #2 and #5 did not contain a current child service report, including 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: Mar 13, 2023
3280.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Child #1 and #5's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Child #4's emergency contact information did not include the policy number of the health insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2023
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Child #4's emergency contact information did not include the name of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“It was observed that the diaper changing pad had a cloth cover over it which was not being changed after each child's diaper was changed (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“It was observed that there was no posting of evacuation routes in a conspicuous location on the first floor of the facility (floor above the child care room).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.26(a)(4) Contact when ended
“The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.26(a)(3) Contact when arises
“The facility does 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: Mar 13, 2023
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office (all corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3280.131(a)/3280.131(d)(5) Health Information/Immunization record
“Child #3 and #4's records do not contain an initial health report and a review of the child's immunized status according to the recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3280.26(a)(2) Emergency plan
“The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.26(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for shelter or children during an emergency lock-down situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3280.92(a)/3280.92(b) Portable space heaters/Space heater protective guards
“It was observed that a portable space heater was in use without the permission of the local ordinance on record. The portable space heater was not equipped with protective guards, was accessible to children, and had the potential to cause burns if touched.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
Mar 17, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the emergency contact information for child #1 did not contain the physicians address or contact phone number AND for child #4 did not contain the physician address.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the emergency contact information for child #1 and #4 did not contain the address for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that the health report of file for child #2 was dated 8.11.20 AND the health report for child #3 was dated 11.12.20, exceeding the required update at least every 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that: child #2 had no immunization record for influenza, MMR, Varicella, or Hepatitis A; child #3 and #4 had no immunization record for influenza and Rotavirus.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3280.95(a) FIRE DETECTION
“Upon completion of the fire safety inspection, it was found that a receipt of purchase was not available. Further, it was found that testing of the system was conducted on the following dates: 1.8, 2.21, 3.25, 4.10, 5.29, 6.14,7.9, 8.20, 9.16, 10.29, 11.3, 12.16, which exceeds the required test every 30 days or less.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2022
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of facility person #1 does not contain a valid child abuse [volunteer type dated 7.15.21], a DHS required FBI clearance, a valid PA criminal clearance [volunteer type dated 6.21.21].”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the employee files, it was found that staff person #2 had no record of completing the required health and safety training topics before beginning care for children unsupervised and within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3280.75(c) Has all items
“Upon inspection of the first aid kit, it was found to be missing nonporous gloves and soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Upon inspection of the physical site childcare area, it was found that cleaning chemicals were accessible in the bathroom area and a bottle of over the counter medication was accessible on the desk area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that an original copy of the agreement was on file for child #1 - #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Gehmans Group Day Care
Is Gehmans Group Day Care licensed?
Yes. Gehmans Group Day Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Gehmans Group Day Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 14, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Gehmans Group Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Gehmans Group Day Care care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Gehmans Group Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Gehmans Group Day Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Gehmans Group Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 989-0110 to ask.
What is Gehmans Group Day Care's phone number?
(717) 989-0110.
Where is Gehmans Group Day Care?
Akron, PA 17501. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.