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Heart of A Child Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 61
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Heart of A Child Childcare Center
Heart of A Child Childcare Center is a child care center in Carmichaels, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 61 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 61 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 61 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Heart of A Child Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 61 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00249034
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 10, 2025: 15 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 33 rules in all · 33 corrected
- Safety and hazards 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safe sleep 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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Oct 10, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff #1 has not provided documentation of renewing their Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification within 60 months of the previous certification. The previous certification expired 8/2025. The documentation of renewal on file shows only the front of the certification card. The instructor and curriculum could not be verified. Staff #4 did not renew their CPR and First Aid certification on or before its expiration. The previous certification was dated 3/29/23 and was renewed on 4/03/25. Current certification for staff #4 is now on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #5 contained documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart. The trainings were dated 1/12/24 and 3/25/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #2 contained clearances which were not renewed within 60 months. The clearances were dated as follows; state police = 2/25/20 and 3/14/25, NSOR = 4/09/20 and 4/15/25. Updated clearances for staff #2 are now on file. The file for staff #5 contained clearances which were not renewed within 60 months. The clearances were dated as follows; state police = 7/29/20 and 8/22/25, child abuse = 7/10/20 and 8/28/25, FBI = 7/12/20 and 9/08/25. Current clearances for staff #5 are now on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff #3 did not renew mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/02/20. The training was renewed on 9/04/25 and is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Hand sanitizer was accessible to children while attached to a backpack sitting on the floor of the school age room near the entry of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Equate shave foam, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed in a supply cupboard in the PS room. Based on statements made by staff, the shave foam is used for art projects.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“The water at the sink in the restroom off the school age room measured 120° F at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Emergency phone numbers were not located at the wireless phone in Room 1 (the rear PS room). The numbers were posted by the classroom door, but not at the wireless base or on the wireless handset.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“A first aid kit was accessible to children on a shelf in the school age room near the entry of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the restroom attached to Room 1, the guard around the pipes under the sink was partially detached leaving 3 sharp wood screws accessible.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact information for child #4 did not include information about the child's special needs. The box on the form was left blank .”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact information for child #5 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information for child #1 lacked a complete address for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information for child #3 lacked addresses for 3 of the 4 individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
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 file for child #2 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart; 6/26/24 and 7/28/25. A current health report is now on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2025
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) Written plan/Posted in group space
“The infant room lacked a posted plan of daily activities. The written plan, located on a shelf, was titled for "Toddlers and Older".”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
May 8, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“The rear exit door, located near room 1, was blocked at the time of the inspection. An activity table was placed in the hall and prevented the exit door from opening freely.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Based on the facility's emergency drill log, a drill has not been conducted since 3/01/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 contained clearances which were not renewed within 60 months. The previous state police clearance was dated 2/25/20 and was renewed on 3/14/25. The previous NSOR clearance was dated 4/09/20 and was renewed on 4/15/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed in room 5 on the yellow wall near the outlet and on the rear exit steps located near room 1.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“An area of broken plastic was observed near the bottom of the door of a playhouse in outdoor play space connected to room 5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff #2 did not renew certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR on or before its expiration. This is evidenced by the previous certification being dated 3/2023 and the most current certification being dated 4/03/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Three electrical outlets on a power strip lacked covers. The power strip was observed on a shelf below the TV in room 4 and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
Jan 13, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Two nail heads were observed to be protruding from the window trim in room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The documentation of the emergency drill conducted in March 2024 did not include all the information required by Announcement C-22-04. The form used lacked space for listing accommodations made during the drill and any problems encountered during the drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The operator stated that infants and toddlers are evacuated using cribs, however this accommodation was not stated in the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“A bottle of ibuprofen was not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The immunization record for child #4, who is over 2 yrs old, lacked documentation of receiving the first dose of MMR and Varicella vaccines. A written exemption was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Split seams, which exposed the inner foam filling, were observed on a mat in room 5. In the outdoor school age play space, a pink scooter was observed to be broken near the handle bars and a tricycle was missing a pedal.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #3 contained consecutive heath reports dated more than 12 months apart; 11/21/23 and 12/24/24. The most recent health report on file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement for child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Nap cots in use in room 4 lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. Two folding pillow type chairs were observed between the cots.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility's letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include the accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Heart of A Child Childcare Center
Is Heart of A Child Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Heart of A Child Childcare Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Heart of A Child Childcare Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on October 10, 2025, with 15 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Heart of A Child Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 Heart of A Child Childcare Center care for?
61, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Heart of A Child Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Heart of A Child Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Heart of A Child Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 966-2327 to ask.
What is Heart of A Child Childcare Center's phone number?
(724) 966-2327.
Where is Heart of A Child Childcare Center?
434 W George St Ste A, Carmichaels, PA 15320. The nearest other daycare we list is Clara J Piper Family Child Care Home, 1.7 miles away.